Discover why most Dental IT solutions fail dental practices and how proactive Dental IT services improve security, reduce downtime, support compliance, and help practices grow more efficiently.
Cybercriminals are strategic. They do not attack at random, and they certainly do not take weekends or holidays off. According to HIPAA Journal, these low staffing periods are some of the most dangerous times for organizations, especially in healthcare and dental environments where uptime and data protection are critical.
If you're dreaming about building your own dental practice from scratch, you're probably thinking about location, equipment, branding—and yes, tech.
As a dental practice owner, you may already have an in-houseIT team or a tech-savvy employee who keeps your systems running smoothly. When considering bringing in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) like Darkhorse Tech, a common concern is whether this will replace your existing IT staff or negatively impact their morale. Let me put your mind at ease: partnering with an MSP isn’t about replacement. It’s about empowerment and collaboration.
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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In a recent development that underscores the ongoing challenges of cybersecurity in the dental industry, ProSmile Holdings, LLC, a prominent New Jersey-based dental service organization, has begun the process of informing its patients about a significant data breach in its email system. This event serves as a crucial reminder for dental practices about the importance of robust cyber defenses. Here’s a breakdown of what happened and some key takeaways for dental practices:
In the fast-evolving world of dentistry, the precision and efficiency of your practice hinge significantly on the technology you use.
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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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In a concerning revelation that should send shockwaves through the dental industry, dental marketing firm Gargle was recently exposed for a major data leak affecting over 1.4 million files. According to Cybernews, the exposed data includes sensitive documents such as patient records, vendor agreements, dental practice details, and internal business files – all left unsecured on an Amazon Web Services (AWS) server.
Because Open Dental gets something right that so many others miss. It’s built on an open platform. That distinction is not just a technical detail - it’s the foundation of what makes Open Dental uniquely powerful, flexible, and future-proof.
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Absolute Dental Group, LLC agreed to pay $3.3 million to settle a class-action lawsuit
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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 why most Dental IT solutions fail dental practices and how proactive Dental IT services improve security, reduce downtime, support compliance, and help practices grow more efficiently.
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 10 effective ways dental practices can save money with a Managed Service Provider (MSP), from reducing IT overhead to preventing downtime and improving cybersecurity.
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