Open Dental Software

In version 25.3 of Open Dental, we’ve introduced an intra-office chat feature. Learn more about how this tool can improve your staff communication.

Open Dental Version Release

Software Update: Stable Version 25.3 Highlights

Open Dental

December 30, 2025

Open Dental Version 25.3 has been released as Stable! Our latest blog post goes into some of the highlights from this version, including a few user feature requests!

Revenue Cycle

Updating to 2026 CDT Codes

Open Dental

December 2, 2025

The 2026 CDT codes are now available in Open Dental. Read this post to learn how to get the latest codes!

Revenue Cycle, Using Open Dental

Wrapping up 2025 and Getting a Great Start on 2026

Open Dental

November 18, 2025

This post will guide you through the steps to wrap up 2025 and get you set up and ready for a great start in 2026.

Communication

Building Trust with Patients: Communication Strategies for Dentists

Open Dental

November 4, 2025

Effective communication is vital for any successful dental practice. This post will review some of the important strategies your practice can employ to help patients navigate the complexities of dental care.

Health and Wellness

The Impact of Interior Design in Your Dental Practice

Open Dental

October 16, 2025

Design aspects can help to reduce stress or anxiety that some patients may experience when visiting the dentist. In our latest blog post, we explore how interior design can help improve the patient experience.

Open Dental Feature Highlights, Using Open Dental

Exploring the Open Dental Online Help Feature

Open Dental

October 7, 2025

Whether you’re a new or experienced user, the Open Dental Help Feature is a comprehensive resource to help you fully utilize the tools in the software to help your practice grow & thrive.

Patient Retention and Scheduling

Celebrating Dental Hygiene Month

Open Dental

September 23, 2025

October is Dental Hygiene Month, making it an ideal time to remind your patients about essential hygiene tips and schedule their next dental checkup. Read our latest blog post for tips and tricks to make the most of this month.

Open Dental Version Release

Software Update: Stable Version 25.2 Highlights

Open Dental

September 11, 2025

Open Dental Version 25.2 has been released as Stable! Our latest blog post goes into some of the highlights from this version, including a few user feature requests!

Analytics, Patient Retention and Scheduling

Ending the Year With a Bang: Tips to Finish Out 2025 and Prepare for a Successful New Year

Open Dental

September 9, 2025

Now is the time to start on your year-end tasks and make sure there’s not a mad dash to get things done during the holidays. In our latest blog post, we explore some of the important tasks that your practice can do to set yourself up for a successful new year.