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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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Booked and Busy: How to use the Tools in Open Dental to Maintain a Full Schedule
Read more: Booked and Busy: How to use the Tools in Open Dental to Maintain a Full ScheduleEmpty chairs are frustrating, but the fix might already be in your software. Open Dental has a handful of built-in tools, recall lists, automated reminders, eConfirmations, that make it way easier to keep patients on the schedule and actually showing up.
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Dental Holidays to Celebrate Your Team
Read more: Dental Holidays to Celebrate Your TeamThe year isn’t over yet! There are still plenty of dental holidays ahead in 2026 to celebrate your team, your patients, and honestly, just a good excuse to leave early. Here’s your cheat sheet for the rest of the year.
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Feature Highlight: Web Sched
Read more: Feature Highlight: Web SchedWeb Sched offers patients the ability to schedule appointments online, featuring options like New and Existing Patient scheduling, Recall, and ASAP. These services enhance convenience and efficiency.
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Feature Highlight: Second Opinion by Pearl
Read more: Feature Highlight: Second Opinion by PearlLearn how Pearl’s Second Opinion can benefit your practice when used within the Open Dental Imaging Module.
Guest Posts
Read content written by featured third-party guest writers.
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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: Top Trends Shaping the Dental Industry in 2025Top Trends Shaping the Dental Industry in 2025
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.
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Read more: Expert Tips for a Great Backup Disaster Recovery PlanExpert Tips for a Great Backup Disaster Recovery Plan
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.
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Read more: Five Reasons Why the Dental Burnout Rate is CommonplaceFive Reasons Why the Dental Burnout Rate is Commonplace
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.
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Read more: Top Challenges in Dental RCM & How to Overcome ThemTop Challenges in Dental RCM & How to Overcome Them
In this post, discover key challenges in dental RCM and solutions to enhance financial health from our friends at DentalXChange.
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Read more: The Rising Cyber Threats in Dentistry: What’s Next for Dental Practices?The Rising Cyber Threats in Dentistry: What’s Next for Dental Practices?
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.