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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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Top 5 IT Mistakes Dental Offices Make - and How to Avoid Them

Dental practices across the U.S. have become a favorite target for hackers, and ransomware has be…

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Why Open Dental Private Cloud is so popular among DSOs

Cloud-based solutions have been buzzwords around the dental industry for a long time. Much of tha…

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Benefits of Unlimited IT Support for Dental Offices

When considering the benefits of unlimited IT support for Dental offices you can consider one of …

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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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Why Cybersecurity Is Essential For Your Dental Practice

If you own or manage a dental practice, investing in cybersecurity is essential for the continued growth and success of your business.

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What is an MSP Anyway? (Dental Edition)

A Guide to Dental IT Solutions with Darkhorse Dental IT In the ever-changing world of technology, it may seem overwhelming to prepare for every possible situation. As Greg Conderacci wisely puts it, "You can't prepare for everything, but you can instead prepare for anything." The key is identifying problems and finding the right solutions. In the realm of dental IT, computer networks and systems are incredibly complex and can easily encounter issues.

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Revamping Tech for Business Success: 5 Perils of Using Outmoded Technology

In the fast-paced world of digital advancements, maintaining updated technology is crucial for your business's success. Using obsolete tech can pose significant threats to your organization, data security, and overall efficiency. Here are the top 5 risks associated with outdated technology:

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AI Threat? Is Your Staff Using Free AI Tools With e-PHI?

AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Grammarly, and free note-taking or transcription apps are everywhere — and they’re incredibly useful. But there’s a growing problem most dental practices don’t realize they have:

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Delta Dental of Virginia Breach (145,918 Affected)

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.

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The Ultimate HIPAA Risk Assessment Guide for Dental Practices (2025/2026 Edition)

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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Why Criminals Target Medical Records — What Dental Practices Need to Know

Understanding why criminals target medical records is the first step toward building stronger Dental IT support and maintaining real HIPAA compliance.

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Absolute Dental Agrees to $3.3 Million Data Breach Settlement — A Dental Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call

Absolute Dental Group, LLC agreed to pay $3.3 million to settle a class-action lawsuit

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The Complete Guide to HIPAA Secure IT for Dentists

At Darkhorse Tech, we’ve spent the last 13 years focused on one thing: helping dental practices protect their patients, their data, and their livelihoods.

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How to Avoid Common Compliance Mistakes with HIPAA Secure IT for Dentists

At Darkhorse Tech, we’ve spent the last 13 years helping dental practices do one very important thing: protect their patients and their businesses.

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Absolute Dental Agrees to $3.3 Million Data Breach Settlement — A Dental Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call

Absolute Dental Group, LLC agreed to pay $3.3 million to settle a class-action lawsuit

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Dental PMS Market Share: Where Complexity Really Begins

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

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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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Dental PMS Market Share: Where Complexity Really Begins

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

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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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Which Microsoft 365 License is Right for My Dental Practice or DSO?

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.

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How to Optimize Google Chrome for Max Speed

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.‍

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Dental PMS Market Share: Where Complexity Really Begins

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

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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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