You probably use email to send patient records, treatment plans, X-rays, and referrals every day. It’s fast, it’s convenient…but it’s also risky.
Why? Because unless those emails are properly encrypted, they’re vulnerable. Think of it like mailing a postcard.
How Dental Practices Can Prevent Business Email Compromise (BEC) Scams
Because one bad email shouldn’t cost you your reputation.
If you’ve ever had a team member forward a suspicious email or ask, “Did you really request this payment?”, you’ve brushed shoulders with a Business Email Compromise (BEC) attempt.
When it comes to dental IT, not all setups are created equal. Some barely get the job done. Others are bloated with bells and whistles but lack integration. And then there's the ultimate stack...the one that just works.
At Pact-One Solutions, we’ve helped thousands of dental practices build their ideal IT environments—efficient, scalable, secure, and compliant.
Let’s play a quick game of “spot the threat.”
You’re swamped with patients, your front office is managing a flurry of calls, and suddenly...ding...an email arrives: “URGENT: Outstanding Invoice Attached.” It’s from someone who looks vaguely familiar…maybe a vendor? Maybe your CPA?
Spoiler alert: It’s a phish.
You’re juggling patients, insurance calls, schedules, and the occasional “Where’s my coffee?” mystery. But amid the daily whirlwind, there’s something quietly lurking in the background that could really take a bite out of your day, and your practice: cyber threats.
A Must-Have Guide for Practice Owners and Managers
Bringing on a new dental team member? There’s a lot to cover...practice policies, patient care, clinical tools, and yes, compliance. But one topic you can’t afford to gloss over during onboarding is cybersecurity.
Navigating the world of dental technology can feel overwhelming with its rapidly evolving tools and technical jargon. That’s why we’ve created this Dental IT & Technology Glossary – your go-to resource for making sense of the complex terminology shaping modern dentistry.
According to cybersecurity statistics, ransomware attacks are expected to occur every 2 seconds by 2031. Therefore, time is of the essence when it comes to protecting your dental practice.
If you’re running a busy dental office, it may seem impossible to keep up with the network security of the business.
Reliable IT services are essential for dental practices to operate smoothly, securely, and efficiently. From managing patient data to ensuring seamless network operations, solid IT support can make a significant difference. In this post, we compare two of Pact-One's popular dental IT service packages—Remote Assist and TotalCare—to help you decide which best suits your practice’s unique needs.
Understanding the complexities of network protection for your dental office can be daunting. This comprehensive guide is designed to provide clarity and instill confidence, offering valuable insights into the essential network security measures every dental practitioner should consider implementing.
