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Expanding from one dental practice to a growing network of locations—or a full DSO—introduces new layers of IT complexity. What once worked for a single site may now cause downtime, inconsistent performance, and compliance risk across your group. Complexity in these environments will mean more tickets for the support department down the road. Now is the time to stop, and plan out the type of system you want.

In today’s fast-paced dental industry, staying ahead of the curve requires more than just exceptional patient care.

Investing in the right technology can mean the difference between a thriving practice and one that's merely surviving.

Another major dental-related breach just hit the headlines — and it’s a reminder that the weakest link in cybersecurity often isn’t a firewall… it’s an inbox.

Learn how to complete a HIPAA risk assessment for your dental practice in 2025/2026. Discover step-by-step processes, audit red flags, and how Darkhorse Tech helps practices stay compliant and secure.
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If you run a dental practice, you might assume that cybercriminals are more interested in hospitals, big health systems, or major corporations. The truth is quite the opposite.

Another major dental-related breach just hit the headlines — and it’s a reminder that the weakest link in cybersecurity often isn’t a firewall… it’s an inbox.

Learn how to complete a HIPAA risk assessment for your dental practice in 2025/2026. Discover step-by-step processes, audit red flags, and how Darkhorse Tech helps practices stay compliant and secure.
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If you run a dental practice, you might assume that cybercriminals are more interested in hospitals, big health systems, or major corporations. The truth is quite the opposite.

As healthcare practices explore or continue using cloud solutions, offshore vendors, and third‑party IT providers, it’s critical to understand that not all rules are federal. States like Florida and Wisconsin have passed their own laws/regulations that impose additional restrictions around patient data – especially when that data is stored or accessed outside the U.S. Knowing these state rules can protect your practice from unexpected compliance risk, fines, or even loss of licensure.

Choosing a dental Practice Management System (PMS) has never been just a software decision

Expanding from one dental practice to a growing network of locations—or a full DSO—introduces new layers of IT complexity. What once worked for a single site may now cause downtime, inconsistent performance, and compliance risk across your group. Complexity in these environments will mean more tickets for the support department down the road. Now is the time to stop, and plan out the type of system you want.

Absolute Dental, a Nevada-based dental service organization operating over 50 locations, has revealed a staggering data breach affecting more than 1.2 million

Choosing a dental Practice Management System (PMS) has never been just a software decision

In a dental practice, vendors aren’t just supply reps. They’re the outside companies you bring in to run critical parts of your business — from IT support and marketing/website developers, to third-party apps that connect to your practice management system (PMS).

Discover the ideal Microsoft 365 license for your dental practice or DSO with Darkhorse Tech. Learn about options tailored to enhance your practice's productivity.

Google Chrome stands tall as a preferred browser choice for many, thanks to its intuitive design and a slew of features. But sometimes, even Chrome can be a tad sluggish, leading to a less than smooth browsing journey. If you've ever found yourself in this situation, take a deep breath. We have curated some handy tricks to rev up your Chrome experience.

As an AI language model, ChatGPT can suggest several ways for a dental practice to attract new patients:
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Your patients are your most valuable asset. But it’s not just the number of new patients your dentistry practice brings in that matters—it’s the total profit that those patients deliver over time that can make or break your business. In order to start a successful dental marketing campaign, you need to know the average lifetime value of a dental patient specifically for your practice.But how do you determine what the average lifetime value of a dental patient is? And what does it really mean for your practice?In this article we’re breaking down everything you need to know about how much a dental patient is worth, so you can maximize revenue and skyrocket your business, all while building meaningful relationships with your patients.

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