


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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Dental practice management software is a vital tool for modern dental practices. It allows dental practices to manage appointments, patient records, billing, and other administrative tasks efficiently. With the rise of cloud computing, dental practice management software is increasingly moving to the cloud. In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of cloud-based dental practice management software.

In today's digital age, dental practices rely heavily on electronic communication to interact with patients, manage their appointments, and share sensitive health information. This reliance on electronic communication has made it more important than ever for dental practices to ensure the security and privacy of their patients' data. One of the best ways to do this is by using HIPAA compliant email encryption.HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is a federal law that sets standards for protecting sensitive patient information. Under HIPAA, dental practices are required to safeguard electronic patient data, including email communications, to ensure that it is not accessed by unauthorized individuals. This is particularly important in the dental industry, where patient health information is often transmitted through email.

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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:

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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).

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.

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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