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Dental IT Startup – What You Can Expect During The Process With Darkhorse Tech

Wondering what to expect? Learn more in this blog, and see how we approach the dental IT startup process.

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Top 5 Dental IT Companies for Startups of 2023-2024

As dental startups continue to emerge and grow in 2023 and 2024, the need for reliable and innovative dental IT solutions has never been more crucial. Partnering with the right dental IT company can provide startups with the necessary technology infrastructure and support to ensure their long-term success. In this blog post, we'll explore the top five dental IT companies that startups should consider in 2023 and 2024.

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Open Dental 3rd Party Patient Engagement Integration Comparison Chart

Open Dental 3rd Party Software Comparison Chart

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Why Choose a Dental IT Firm for Your Startup

Starting a dental practice can be an exciting and daunting experience. There are many important decisions to make, including choosing an IT firm to help manage your technology needs. While it may be tempting to choose a general IT firm, it is important for a startup dental practice to choose a dental experienced IT firm. In this blog post, we'll explore why.

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DSO & Multi-Office Dental IT Infrastructure Guide

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.

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Maximizing Efficiency: Best Practices for Implementing Dental IT Solutions

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

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The ROI of Dental IT: How Technology Investments Boost Your Practice's Bottom Line

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

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Backups for Dental Office Computers: Because Losing Data Hurts Worse than a Root Canal

If you’ve ever had that sinking feeling when your computer crashes mid-chart or your practice management system decides today is the day to stop cooperating, you already know the truth: data is the lifeblood of your dental office. Patient records, x-rays, treatment plans, insurance claims — without them, running a practice is about as easy as extracting a wisdom tooth with pliers from the garage.

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Why Dental Practices Are Hacker Target #1 in 2025–2026

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.

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HHS Cracks Down on Data Blocking: What This Means for Dental Practices and Cloud PMS Providers

As recently announced, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has instructed agencies to ramp up enforcement against information blocking—when healthcare providers, IT developers, or health networks restrict the access, exchange, or use of electronic health information (EHI)

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Nevada Dental Data Breach: 1.2 Million Patients Affected — A Cautionary Tale

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

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Protecting Smiles and Data: The Vital Role of Cybersecurity in Dental Practices

In today's digitally-driven world, cybersecurity is not just a concern for large corporations or tech companies; it's a crucial aspect for businesses of all sizes and industries, including dental practices.

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Spear Phishing: A Top Threat to Your Organization’s Security

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The Top Six IT Challenges Businesses Face in 2024

As we navigate through 2024, the rapid pace of technological advancements continues to redefine the business landscape. These advancements, while instrumental in driving growth and enhancing operational efficiency, present a unique set of challenges for IT professionals, especially within the dental sector. At Darkhorse Dental IT, we understand the complexities and nuances of managing IT infrastructures in dental practices. Here, we outline the top six IT challenges that dental practices and DSOs need to be acutely aware of in 2024, emphasizing the implications for your IT teams.

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Emerging Technologies in Dental IT: What You Need to Know

Welcome to the forefront of innovation in dental care, where the latest technological breakthroughs are revolutionizing how we think about oral health.

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DSO & Multi-Office Dental IT Infrastructure Guide

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.

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Nevada Dental Data Breach: 1.2 Million Patients Affected — A Cautionary Tale

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

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Aspen Dental’s $18.4M Data Tracking Settlement: A Wake-Up Call for Dental Practices Everywhere

Aspen Dental Management Inc. has agreed to an $18.4 million settlement to resolve claims that it illegally tracked patient data through its website using pixel technology without proper consent.

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Microsoft's Copilot: Revolutionizing Office Documents for Dental Practices

In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, Microsoft has introduced a game-changer for the dental industry. Copilot, a cutting-edge AI-driven software, is poised to revolutionize the way dental practices manage their office documents. In this blog post, we'll explore how Microsoft's Copilot will transform document management for dental practices and improve overall efficiency.

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Welcome to Darkhorse Tech!

Maybe you’re a scratch practice that’s ready to launch your dental IT from the ground up. Or perhaps you’re a multi-practice DSO looking to integrate your IT across all offices. You might even be an established practice, interested in a helping hand when it comes to complex tech issues.

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Vetting Your Vendors

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).

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Integrating AI and Machine Learning into Your Dental Practice: Opportunities and Challenges

As the world continues to embrace technological advancements, dental practices are not left behind. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are increasingly becoming essential tools for dental professionals, helping them improve patient care, enhance efficiency, and streamline workflows. This blog post explores the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI and ML into your dental practice and how to harness their full potential.

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Microsoft's Copilot: Revolutionizing Office Documents for Dental Practices

In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, Microsoft has introduced a game-changer for the dental industry. Copilot, a cutting-edge AI-driven software, is poised to revolutionize the way dental practices manage their office documents. In this blog post, we'll explore how Microsoft's Copilot will transform document management for dental practices and improve overall efficiency.

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How Dental Practices are Using ChatGPT to Attract New Patients

As an AI language model, ChatGPT can suggest several ways for a dental practice to attract new patients:

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