Resources / Education

The Darkhorse Tech Blog

Dental IT tips, cybersecurity guidance, HIPAA updates, and practical advice for practices, startups, and DSOs.

BLOG SUBSECTION

Startups

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.

Read More

Dental Practice AI Security Risks

IT Support

Dental practice AI security risks come from shadow AI, missing BAAs, and weak controls. Here's what your dental IT support needs before adopting AI.

Read More

Windows Server 2016 End of Life: What It Means for Your Dental Practice

IT Support

Windows Server 2016 support ends January 12, 2027. Here's what that means for HIPAA compliance at your dental practice, and the real options you have for upgrading or moving to the cloud.

Read More

How Dental Practices Should Safely Adopt AI Tools

IT Support

Learn how dental practices can safely adopt AI tools while protecting patient data, maintaining HIPAA compliance, and improving workflows with secure Dental IT solutions.

Read More

Why Most Dental IT Solutions Fail Dental Practices

IT Support

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.

Read More

What Dental IT Services Actually Include

IT Support

Learn what dental IT services actually include and how the right dental IT solutions improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and protect your practice.

Read More

Cloud vs. On-Premise Dental Software: How Practices Decide When It’s Time to Move to the Cloud

IT Support

Technology is constantly evolving in dentistry. New tools promise better workflows, improved patient experiences, and more efficient practice management.

Read More

HIPAA

eAssist Dental Solutions Data Breach: What DireWolf's Claim Means for Your Practice

eAssist Dental Solutions data breach: what DireWolf claims, what's actually confirmed, and the steps dental practices should take if they use eAssist

Read More

HIPAA

When Is the HIPAA Security Rule Changing?

HHS pushed the HIPAA Security Rule's finalization to July 2027. Here's the real timeline, why it keeps slipping, and what dental practices should do now.

Read More

HIPAA

Windows Server 2016 End of Life: What It Means for Your Dental Practice

Windows Server 2016 support ends January 12, 2027. Here's what that means for HIPAA compliance at your dental practice, and the real options you have for upgrading or moving to the cloud.

Read More

HIPAA

Cybersecurity Incidents Reported by Dental Practices | Dental IT Guide

Cybersecurity incidents at multiple dental practices exposed patient data. Learn how Dental IT services, email security, and proactive Dental IT solutions reduce risk.

Read More

HIPAA

Recent Cyberattacks on Dental Practices: What They Reveal About Patient Data Security

Recent cyberattacks on dental practices exposed patient data. Learn how Dental IT services, email security, and dental cybersecurity protect your practice.

Read More

HIPAA

HIPAA Security Rule Changes Are Coming: What Dental Practices Should Start Preparing For Now

Proposed HIPAA Security Rule changes could significantly impact dental practices in 2026. Learn what dentists and DSOs should do now to prepare for stricter cybersecurity, MFA, encryption, backup, and compliance requirements.

Read More

Data Security

Why Up-to-Date Computers are Essential for Dental Practices

In the fast-evolving world of dentistry, the precision and efficiency of your practice hinge significantly on the technology you use.

Read More

Data Security

Common IT Scams that Dental Practices Face

Learn about the most common IT scams targeting dental practices, including phishing, ransomware, and fake software, and how to protect patient data and practice systems.

Read More

Data Security

Navigating Through the Delta Dental MOVEit Breach: Insights from Darkhorse Tech

In the ever-changing world of IT security, staying one step ahead is key! The recent Delta Dental of California breach, caused by the Clop hacking group, impacted over 6.9 million people, showing us the critical need for robust cybersecurity.

Read More

Data Security

The Power of a NOC Team: Elevate Your Dental Practice with IT Mastery

In the digitally-driven world of modern dentistry, a robust IT infrastructure is more than just a necessity—it's a driving force. Yet, maintaining optimal IT systems while simultaneously providing stellar patient care can be a tall order. Enter the 24/7/365 Network Operations Center (NOC) team—a game-changer for your dental practice. Let’s delve into how a partnership with Darkhorse Dental IT's NOC team can take your practice to unparalleled heights.

Read More

Data Security

Ransomware: A Growing Threat to Dental Practices

Ransomware is a growing threat to dental practices, putting patient data and daily operations at risk. Learn why attacks are increasing and how dental offices can strengthen cybersecurity defenses.

Read More

Data Security

Darkhorse Tech & Huntress

Darkhorse Tech is excited to announce our collaboration with Huntress, bringing our clients cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.

Read More

DSO

How Dental IT Impacts DSO Growth and Profitability

Struggling to scale your DSO? Learn how dental IT support, cybersecurity, and infrastructure impact growth, efficiency, and profitability across locations.

Read More

DSO

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

Read More

DSO

Dental PMS Market Share: Where Complexity Really Begins

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

Read More

DIY

How Dental Practices Should Safely Adopt AI Tools

Learn how dental practices can safely adopt AI tools while protecting patient data, maintaining HIPAA compliance, and improving workflows with secure Dental IT solutions.

Read More

DIY

HIPAA Security Rule Changes Are Coming: What Dental Practices Should Start Preparing For Now

Proposed HIPAA Security Rule changes could significantly impact dental practices in 2026. Learn what dentists and DSOs should do now to prepare for stricter cybersecurity, MFA, encryption, backup, and compliance requirements.

Read More

DIY

Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace for Dentists

Compare Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace for Dental IT. Learn which platform offers better security, compliance, and Dental IT solutions for your practice.

Read More

Marketing

How Dental Practices Should Safely Adopt AI Tools

Learn how dental practices can safely adopt AI tools while protecting patient data, maintaining HIPAA compliance, and improving workflows with secure Dental IT solutions.

Read More

Marketing

Why Most Dental IT Solutions Fail Dental Practices

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.

Read More

Marketing

Dental PMS Market Share: Where Complexity Really Begins

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

Read More
Prev
next

Want To Chat?

You can schedule an intro meeting online! Find a time on our calendar that works for you.

schedule today!