Waiting Room Photography

Captures from Finland, Interiors, Photography

I took my son to the dentist yesterday, bracing myself for what was about to unfold. I was originally supposed to drop him off and pick him up after the surgery to remove his wisdom tooth, but instead, I was ordered back to sit with him during the premedication process, as they insisted he should not be alone. Despite him being 30 years old, the staff felt it was essential for him to have some support during this time. So much for y morning coffee in a nice cafe. I had tried to avoid this scenario, especially considering the multitude of viruses going around at the moment. Nonetheless, I did as instructed, drove back center and walked to the waiting area, and settled in to be with him. Since I was required to be there with seemingly nothing useful to occupy my time, I decided to make the most of the situation by taking a few shots from the health center with my phone. The light of the waiting area and the glass ceiling and the sterile efficiency of the dental area inspired me, providing a contrast that made for interesting photographs. I even took the opportunity to edit them right there on my phone, to enhance the images as I waited for the surgery to commence.

Entrance to room H13 at the health center, showcasing a modern design.
The health center lobby had a a high glass ceiling and stylish pendant lighting and it showed us the lovely blue sky.
The lobby with spacious interiors and large windows, highlighting a well-lit environment. The influenssa vaccinations are about to begin so there seems to be stalls placed for them in the lobby.
Empty waiting chairs at a health center, I waited for a moment when they were empty before taking the shot. I had a few minute window to do it.
I tried to focus more on the windows and seating areas.

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25 thoughts on “Waiting Room Photography”

  2. These are wonderful photos. You captured the scene well. Including the glass and reflections brings life to what must seem like a sterile environment while waiting inside. I think it’s pretty cool that you can capture and edit the images on your phone. We tend to take that for granted now, but it really is remarkable. I hope the surgery went well.

  3. Wow, that looks a lot smarter and more modern than any dentist I’ve visited here in the UK, or health facility of any kind come to that!

  6. Wow. My dentist’s office is nothing like this! They should know what a great wait this turned out to be! I hope the surgery went well.

  7. Great way to make use of your time there. At least for a medical clinic it has beautiful light!
    Ive spent unfortunately many hours in hospitals and doctors offices these past 5 years. Honestly when I read that they WANTED you there, ❤️. My husband had an accident Oct 2020 and I had to beg and plead with them for over 4 hours to be “allowed” to see him for 15 min before he was moved to the city, I wouldn’t see him for almost a week as I wasn’t allowed. This, them asking you to be there, is how it should be ❤️

    1. That is so sad to hear, I have always been able to be with someone I’ve taken to the doctors until they have the procedure sometimes even during it. The idea that not to be able support your loved one is sad. Usually the presence of a loved one calms the patient

  9. Fabulous photos Ritva. An amazing place
    I thought I was the only person who took waiting room photos to while away the boredom 😂

  10. Beautiful images Ritva, these facilities look as if your son was in very good hands 💖

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