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Read more: Software Update: Stable Version 25.4 HighlightsSoftware Update: Stable Version 25.4 Highlights
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.
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Software Update: Stable Version 25.3 Highlights
Read more: Software Update: Stable Version 25.3 HighlightsOpen 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!
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Updating to 2026 CDT Codes
Read more: Updating to 2026 CDT CodesThe 2026 CDT codes are now available in Open Dental. Read this post to learn how to get the latest codes!
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Wrapping up 2025 and Getting a Great Start on 2026
Read more: Wrapping up 2025 and Getting a Great Start on 2026This post will guide you through the steps to wrap up 2025 and get you set up and ready for a great start in 2026.
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Building Trust with Patients: Communication Strategies for Dentists
Read more: Building Trust with Patients: Communication Strategies for DentistsEffective 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.
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Read more: Understanding EPCS CertificationUnderstanding EPCS Certification
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.
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Read more: Automating Dental Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA) to Modernize Dental OperationsAutomating Dental Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA) to Modernize Dental Operations
Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA) is pivotal in the healthcare reimbursement process, providing detailed information about claims adjudication and payment from insurance companies.
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Read more: What is Clinical Decision Support and Why Should Every Clinician Use It?What is Clinical Decision Support and Why Should Every Clinician Use It?
Learn the role clinical decision support (CDS) tools can play in delivering the best possible care to your patients.
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Read more: Leveraging Dental Clearinghouses: The Power of Partnership for Dental Service Organizations (DSOs)Leveraging Dental Clearinghouses: The Power of Partnership for Dental Service Organizations (DSOs)
Learn how the collaboration of DSOs and clearinghouses drives efficiency, profitability, and sustainable growth, for enhanced patient care.
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Read more: Do Small Dental Practices and Start-Ups Need to Worry About Cybercrime?Do Small Dental Practices and Start-Ups Need to Worry About Cybercrime?
As a small dental practice owner or as a dental practice start-up, you might think that cyber criminals and HIPAA violations are concerns reserved for larger healthcare organizations. The reality is that small practices and new startups are often prime targets for cyberattacks
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Read more: How Protecting Your Data Impacts Business ContinuityHow Protecting Your Data Impacts Business Continuity
In today’s digital landscape, data is more than just a collection of bytes and bits. Read this post to learn the critical ways in which data protection is not just a safety measure but a core component of maintaining and enhancing your business’s operations and reputation.