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How to Merge Patient Charts in Open Dental (and Split Them)

Stacey Feidt

Published on: 26/10/2026

Duplicate patients in Open Dental? Here's how to merge charts safely, clean up post-conversion duplicates, and split adult patients off family accounts.

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How Often Should You Lock the Month in Open Dental?

Brittany Rogars

Published on: 19/10/2026

How often should you lock the month in Open Dental? Learn the right cadence, why it's a security issue, and how to fix mistakes once a period is locked.

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Skip Pre-Auths in Open Dental with Better Insurance Setup

Stacey Feidt

Published on: 12/10/2026

Most pre-auths aren't required. Build Open Dental insurance plans with downgrades, frequencies, and maximums, and estimates hit 94 to 98% accuracy without one.

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Stop Reallocating Prepayments in Open Dental for Good

Brittany Rogars

Published on: 05/10/2026

Stuck reallocating prepayments in Open Dental every month? Discover the one setting that eliminates hidden splits and automates reallocation permanently.

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