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DETAILED IMPLEMENTATION ROADMAP
INTERNAL TEAM ROADMAPGRADE B → A+

Sakowitz Smiles Orthodontics

Complete Implementation Roadmap: 819 → 1000 Points

Orlando, FL (3 Locations: Winter Garden, Lake Nona, Dr. Phillips)
Progress to Perfect Score181 points to gain
Current: 819Target: 1000

Implementation Roadmap

Two-phase approach: Get to Baseline first, then Optimize for growth

Phase 1: Get to Baseline

Foundation work before optimization can begin

Total Actions

11

Critical

0

High Priority

7

What is Baseline?

Baseline is the minimum standard for a fully optimized website. It includes proper Content (service pages, location pages, FAQ),Technical implementation (title tags, schema, internal linking), and UX Signals (navigation, CTAs, trust elements). Authority building comes AFTER baseline is achieved.

Content Actions

6 tasks
P1-SVC1high

Create GLO Teeth Whitening Page

P1-SVC2high

Create Two-Phase Treatment Page

P1-SVC3high

Create Surgical Orthodontics Page

P1-SVC4high

Create Retainers Page

P1-CONT1medium

Improve Content Structure on Service Pages

P1-CONT2medium

Add Local Content to Location Pages

Technical Actions

3 tasks
P1-TECH1high

Fix Location Page Meta Descriptions

P1-TECH2high

Add Person Schema for Dr. Sakowitz

P1-TECH3high

Add LocalBusiness Schema for All Locations

UX Actions

2 tasks
P1-UX1medium

Add Google Maps to All Location Pages

P1-UX2medium

Enhance Trust Signals

1

Technical Foundation

+30 ptsHIGH

Why This Matters

Sakowitz has 7 schema objects including VideoObject, but some location page URLs return 404 errors. Fixing these technical issues will improve crawlability and user experience.

T1

Fix 404 Errors on Location Pages

CRITICAL Priority
+15 pts
Current State

Some location pages return 404

Target State

All location pages accessible

Why This Helps

404 errors hurt user experience and waste crawl budget. Fixing them ensures all content is accessible.

Implementation

Audit all location page URLs, fix broken links, implement 301 redirects where needed.
T2

Verify Core Web Vitals

HIGH Priority
+10 pts
Current State

Core Web Vitals need verification

Target State

All CWV metrics passing

Why This Helps

Core Web Vitals are a ranking factor. Ensuring all metrics pass improves rankings.

Implementation

Run PageSpeed Insights on all key pages, optimize LCP, FID, and CLS as needed.
T3

Ensure All Images Have Alt Text

MEDIUM Priority
+5 pts
Current State

Some images missing alt text

Target State

All images have descriptive alt text

Why This Helps

Alt text improves accessibility and provides additional keyword signals.

Implementation

Audit all images, add descriptive alt text with location keywords where appropriate.
2

Content Strategy & Topical Authority

+60 ptsHIGH

Why This Matters

Sakowitz already has comprehensive pillar pages (16,000+ chars each) and 36+ blog articles. Focus on filling gaps: comparison content, FAQ pillar, and more neighborhood pages.

Pillar Pages to Create

P1

Braces vs. Invisalign: Complete Comparison Guide

/braces-vs-invisalign/

4,000

words

Target Keyword

"braces vs invisalign orlando"

Search Volume

390/mo

P2

Orthodontic FAQ: Your Questions Answered

/faq/

5,000

words

Target Keyword

"orthodontist faq orlando"

Search Volume

170/mo

Blog Content Calendar

Why This Matters

With 36+ existing blog articles, focus on strategic content that fills keyword gaps and supports new pillar pages.

Week 11800 words

Braces vs Invisalign: An Orlando Orthodontist Honest Comparison

/blog/braces-vs-invisalign-comparison/

Target: "braces vs invisalign"

/braces-vs-invisalign//braces//invisalign/
Week 21500 words

How to Choose the Best Orthodontist in Orlando

/blog/best-orthodontist-orlando/

Target: "best orthodontist orlando"

/about//locations/
Week 31500 words

Invisalign for Teens: What Parents Need to Know

/blog/invisalign-teens-guide/

Target: "invisalign teen orlando"

/invisalign/teens/
Week 41500 words

Adult Braces: Why More Orlando Adults Are Getting Braces

/blog/adult-braces-orlando/

Target: "adult braces orlando"

/braces/adults/
Week 51200 words

Early Orthodontic Treatment: When Should Kids See an Orthodontist?

/blog/early-orthodontic-treatment/

Target: "early orthodontic treatment"

/braces/kids/
Week 61500 words

How Much Do Braces Cost in Orlando? Complete Guide

/blog/braces-cost-orlando/

Target: "braces cost orlando"

/braces//financing/
Week 71500 words

Invisalign vs Braces for Teens: Which is Better?

/blog/invisalign-vs-braces-teens/

Target: "invisalign vs braces teens"

/braces-vs-invisalign//invisalign/teens/
Week 81200 words

What to Expect at Your First Orthodontist Visit

/blog/first-orthodontist-visit/

Target: "first orthodontist visit"

/contact/
3

Authority Building: Links, Cloud Stacks & Press Releases

+60 ptsHIGH

Why This Matters

Sakowitz has established domain authority and likely has cloud stacks deployed. Focus on continued aggressive link building and press releases for practice milestones.

Cloud Stack Configuration

Why This Matters

Deploy additional cloud stacks quarterly to maintain and grow authority.

Priority MAINTAIN

sites.google.com/view/sakowitzsmiles

Priority MAINTAIN

drive.google.com/drive/folders/sakowitzsmiles

Priority ADD

sway.office.com/sakowitzsmiles

Priority MAINTAIN

medium.com/@sakowitzsmiles

Priority ADD

linkedin.com/company/sakowitzsmiles

Press Release Campaigns

Sakowitz Smiles Celebrates 1,500+ Successful Orthodontic Treatments in Orlando

Key Messages:

Target Page:

Anchor Text:

"Orlando orthodontist"

Content Brief:

Celebrate milestone, highlight Diamond Invisalign Provider status, include patient testimonial.

Orlando Orthodontist Expands Services with New Lake Nona Location

Key Messages:

Target Page:

Anchor Text:

"Lake Nona orthodontist"

Content Brief:

Announce expanded service area, highlight convenience for Lake Nona families.

Sakowitz Smiles Introduces Advanced 3D Scanning Technology for Invisalign

Key Messages:

Target Page:

Anchor Text:

"Invisalign provider Orlando"

Content Brief:

Announce new technology, explain benefits for patients.

Local Orthodontist Offers Free Screenings During Back-to-School Season

Key Messages:

Target Page:

Anchor Text:

"childrens orthodontic care"

Content Brief:

Announce free screening event, emphasize importance of early evaluation.

4

Google Business Profile Optimization

+31 ptsMEDIUM

Why This Matters

Sakowitz has 3 GBP profiles with good optimization. Focus on ensuring consistency across all locations and implementing location-specific posting.

Current State

Sync Service Attributes

Consistent filtering visibility Impact
Current:

Attributes may vary

Recommendation:

Ensure all 3 GBPs have identical service attributes

Location-Specific Posting

Improved local relevance Impact
Current:

General posting

Recommendation:

Create unique posts for each location weekly

Add More Photos

Increased engagement Impact
Current:

Good photo gallery

Recommendation:

Add 10+ geo-tagged photos per location monthly

Track Heatmaps Separately

Identify location-specific opportunities Impact
Current:

Combined tracking

Recommendation:

Monitor heatmap performance for each location

Internal Linking Architecture

Why This Matters

Sakowitz has good internal linking. Focus on implementing Mother-Son-Grandson structure more consistently and adding contextual links in blog content.

Pillar to Cluster

/braces/ links to /braces/kids/, /braces/teens/, /braces/adults/

Cluster to Pillar

Every cluster page links back to its parent pillar

Cluster to Sibling

/braces/kids/ links to /braces/teens/ and /braces/adults/

Blog to Pillar/Cluster

Every blog post links to at least one pillar and one cluster page

Location to Service

/locations/winter-garden/ links to all services

Comparison to Both

/braces-vs-invisalign/ links to both /braces/ and /invisalign/

    +-----------------------------------------------------------------+
    |                        HOMEPAGE                                  |
    +------------+--------------------+--------------------+-----------+
                 |                    |                    |
                 v                    v                    v
    +---------------+      +---------------+      +---------------+
    |    BRACES     |      |   INVISALIGN  |      |  COMPARISON   |
    |   (Pillar)    |      |    (Pillar)   |      |   (Pillar)    |
    +-------+-------+      +-------+-------+      +-------+-------+
            |                      |                      |
    +-------+-------+      +-------+-------+              |
    v       v       v      v       v       v              |
+-----+ +-----+ +-----+ +-----+ +-----+ +-----+           |
|Kids | |Teens| |Adult| |Kids | |Teens| |Adult|           |
+-----+ +-----+ +-----+ +-----+ +-----+ +-----+           |
    ^       ^       ^       ^       ^       ^             |
    +-------+-------+-------+-------+-------+-------------+
                            |
                            v
    +-----------------------------------------------------------------+
    |                    36+ BLOG POSTS                                |
    +-----------------------------------------------------------------+
                            |
                            v
    +-----------------------------------------------------------------+
    |              3 LOCATION PAGES + 5 NEW                            |
    |  Winter Garden | Lake Nona | Dr. Phillips | + 5 more            |
    +-----------------------------------------------------------------+
    

Implementation Timeline

Week 1-2+30 pts

Technical Foundation

  • Fix 404 errors
  • Verify Core Web Vitals
  • Add alt text
Cumulative Score: 849/1000
Week 2-4+31 pts

GBP Optimization

  • Sync attributes
  • Location-specific posting
  • Add photos
Cumulative Score: 880/1000
Week 3-6+25 pts

New Pillar Pages

  • Publish Braces vs Invisalign
  • Publish FAQ pillar
Cumulative Score: 905/1000
Week 4-8+20 pts

Neighborhood Pages

  • Publish 5 new location pages
Cumulative Score: 925/1000
Week 4-10+40 pts

Authority Building

  • Deploy new cloud stacks
  • Publish press releases
Cumulative Score: 965/1000
Week 6-12+20 pts

Link Building

  • Guest posts
  • Local citations
  • HARO responses
Cumulative Score: 985/1000
Week 8++15 pts

Ongoing Optimization

  • Continue blog calendar
  • Build reviews
Cumulative Score: 1000/1000

Success Metrics & KPIs

SEO Score

1000
Current: 8194 months

Organic Traffic

8,000/month
Current: ~4,500/month6 months

Top 10 Keywords

80+
Current: 456 months

Domain Power

40+
Current: Good12 months

Google Reviews

400+
Current: 28712 months

New Patient Calls

+30%
Current: Baseline TBD6 months