
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!

Congratulations future smile-makers, you’ve survived dental school! There’s good news, and bad news. The good news is, you made it! The bad news? 80% of you graduated with over $287,000 in student debt. Combined with the cost of starting or purchasing a dental practice, it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed. But don’t fret, there’s more good […]

Planned Appointments prevent patient care from slipping through the cracks, and are a great way to fill openings in your schedule. Read this post to find out how to use planned appointments to boost case acceptance, and fill your schedule.

We are excited to announce that Version 17.4 has been released as Stable. This version implemented 49 enhancements and features requested by our users! Watch the video or read the highlights in this post, then update to unlock all the software has to offer!

Whether you’ve taken the first step of selecting Open Dental Software as your Practice Management Software, or you’ve been using Open Dental for years, we’re here to help make your journey of practice growth and change a rewarding one! The journey starts with a single step, but the subsequent steps are just as important. Read this post for Keys to…
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Staff shortages, endless charting, patients who zone out mid-explanation. These are real problems. AI dental software is quietly solving them. Here’s what it does, what it doesn’t, and how to know if it’s right for your practice.

Audit trails track who has accessed data and what was done with it. Breaking down what audit trails are and why they’re essential for complying with HIPAA.

Learn how the new integrated ADA data registry can uncover trends and patterns about how your practice is treating patients to help improve patient care.

It’s a great time to reflect and count your blessings – starting with these five reasons you should love dentistry now more than ever.

For many practices, two out of every three new dental patients come from referrals alone. Learn how to harness the power of word-of-mouth advertising with this guide.

Out-of-pocket costs don’t have to be a barrier to offering optimal treatment plans. Learn how CareCredit’s integration and features like Batch Quickscreen make it easy to have a successful financial conversation with patients to help them move forward with treatment.