Dentrix G5: A Technology Platform
for Digital Practices
Dentrix G5, the latest version of the Dentrix practice management system,
includes many new features, but the most significant is its new database
architecture that not only improves performance but also allows Dentrix to
run applications that securely integrate into the Dentrix database. With this
release, Dentrix becomes a “platform” for dental applications and equipment,
sharing data and information to simplify practice management.
“Just like the Apple iPhone is a platform for thousands of
iPhone applications, Dentrix G5 is now a platform for Dentrixintegrated
applications,” said Kevin Bunker, president, Henry
Schein Practice Solutions. “Dentists will be able to use Dentrix
G5-connected versions of their favorite applications that will
access the database or become a new feature of Dentrix.”
Dentists who use Dentrix G5-integrated applications will be
able to eliminate manual re-entry of data between the solutions,
which improves the team’s efficiency. It also increases the value
of both solutions.
And, as more developers write advanced Dentrix-compatible
applications, dentists will have more choice in customizing their
Dentrix practice management system to meet their unique needs.
Run your Favorite Applications on Dentrix G5
Making Dentrix G5 an open platform for third-party applications
was made possible by the new SQL database. The new
architecture not only improves performance, but also encrypts
patient data for advanced data protection. It also makes it possible
for Henry Schein to authorize other applications to securely
access the Dentrix database, giving dentists the ability to use
their favorite office products and technology as part of their
Dentrix system.
“More than 60 developers have registered to create Dentrixcompatible
applications that read from and, in some cases, write
data directly to the Dentrix database,” Steve Roberts, Director of
Product Strategy added. “This means dentists will soon see a multitude
of Dentrix-integrated applications that extend the reach
and benefits of Dentrix throughout their digital dental office.”
Some of the companies who have released or are planning to
release Dentrix G5-connected applications include:
- DemandForce
- Weave Communications
- Smile Reminder
- Treatment Pro/Dental ATM
- Guru
- DentiCall
- Lighthouse
- Dental Writer
- Client Tell
Dentrix offers a complete suite of integrated eServices that
are designed to work seamlessly with Dentrix, such as
Appointment Reminders, PowerPay credit and debit card processing,
electronic claims and attachments, eBackUp data storage,
integrated Patient Kiosk and more.
Other New Dentrix G5 Features
Dentrix G5 also includes new features such as:
- Electronic Explanation of Benefits (eEOB), which allows
practices to receive, review and automatically record insurance
payments and adjustments for claims submitted electronically
using the Dentrix eClaims software. Insurance
claims are now validated pre-submission and the user is
prompted to include attachments on insurance claims for
carriers that require them through eClaims Attachment
Notifications, reducing rejected or pended claims.
- The new Screen Capture utility allows users to drag over
any part of the visible screen to create a new document
and save it to the Document Center, a particularly helpful
feature for creating claims attachments from third-party
imaging systems.
- Dentrix Dentalink provides secure instant messaging,
enabling users to easily communicate throughout the office
with minimal disruption to patient care and workflow.
- The new Dentrix Mobile upgrade is an additional feature
for practices with a current customer service plan which
presents an improved interface designed specifically for
Apple iPad and Motorola Xoom tablet users, and enables
fast, secure access to patient details, appointments, medical
alerts and prescriptions.
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