
Open Dental 25.4 is live and packed with updates. From OCR on eClipboard that auto-fills patient insurance info, to a Clerri integration for in-house membership plans, there’s a lot to explore, including 11 features requested directly by users.

We are excited to announce that Version 18.4 has been released as Stable. This version implemented 25 features and enhancements. Read the highlights in this post, then update to unlock all the software has to offer!

In this Patient Accounts Part 1 post, read how to create claims quickly & efficiently, track any follow-ups you’re doing with insurance, and all that comes with handling insurance payments.

As your practice grows, make sure you’re utilizing all the available tools to track and manage all your revenue, whether it’s from insurance or patients. This post gives you a rundown on reports in Open Dental that can help at every stage of the revenue cycle.

Treatment planning is an essential tool your practice can utilize to clearly communicate treatment needs the doctor has identified for your patients’ optimum dental health. This post looks at 4 key ingredients in a successful treatment plan: a plan presented by your practice, and accepted by your patient.
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EPCS certification isn’t just a regulatory checkbox. It’s what makes electronic prescribing of controlled substances actually safe, reducing fraud, cutting errors, and keeping providers on the right side of DEA requirements.

The dental industry is evolving rapidly, driven by advancements in technology, patient expectations, and sustainability efforts. As we move further into 2025, several trends are redefining how dental professionals operate and deliver care. Read this post from our friends at DentalXChange for a look at the key innovations shaping the future of dentistry.

In an era where data breaches and ransomware attacks dominate headlines, many companies are still crossing their fingers and hoping for the best. Hope is not a strategy. Read this post from our friends at Central Data Storage to learn more.

In this post from our friends at Bola AI, discover why the dental burnout rate is so high and learn useful techniques to fight work stress, vague expectations, and limited resources.

In this post, discover key challenges in dental RCM and solutions to enhance financial health from our friends at DentalXChange.

Cybersecurity in the dental industry has quietly become a ticking time bomb. HIPAA breaches in dentistry have surged. Ransomware, phishing, and insider threats are no longer hypothetical risks; they are real, costly, and increasingly common. Read this post from our friends at Darkhorse to learn how to protect your practice.