THE INFLUENCE OF FUNCTIONAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL PROCESSES ON THE ENGINEERING AND PLANNING SOLUTIONS OF DENTAL CLINICS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.32782/2415-8151.2026.39.14Keywords:
dental clinics, functional and technological processes, planning structure, architectural and planning solutions, functional zoning, internal flows, medical designAbstract
The article investigates the influence of functional and technological processes on the formation of the spatial planning structure of dental clinic premises. Contemporary scientific approaches to the design of medical facilities are analyzed, and the insufficient systematization of issues related to the spatial organization of dental clinics, taking into account the specifics of dental service technologies, is identified. The study establishes the interrelation between the sequence of diagnostic and treatment processes, sanitary and hygienic requirements, internal flow logistics, and planning decisions. Based on the analysis of the functional structure of modern dental clinics, the main functional zones are highlighted, and planning requirements for premises are defined depending on the type of dental services provided. Purpose. The aim of the study is to investigate the influence of functional and technological processes on the formation of the planning structure of dental clinic premises in order to justify rational architectural and planning solutions aimed at optimizing internal flows of patients, personnel, and material resources, improving the efficiency of facility operations, and ensuring an appropriate level of comfort and safety. Methodology. The methodological basis of the study is a comprehensive approach that combines general scientific and specialized analytical methods aimed at identifying patterns of influence of functional and technological processes on the formation of the planning structure of dental clinics. Results. The study substantiates the appropriateness of forming the planning structure of dental clinics as a derivative of functional and technological processes, which contributes to improving the efficiency of clinic operations, optimizing the movement of patients and staff, and ensuring sanitary safety and comfort. The obtained results can be applied in the design and reconstruction of dental clinics of various profiles. Scientific novelty lies in the refinement of scientific principles regarding the formation of the planning structure of medical facilities through the adaptation of the functional and technological approach to the specifics of dental care and various types of dental services. Practical relevance consists in the possibility of using the study results in the design and reconstruction of dental clinics to justify rational architectural and planning solutions that consider functional and technological processes, optimize internal flows of patients and personnel, and ensure sanitary safety and comfort.
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