Head in the Cloud: Dental Cloud Software Roundup

When people hear the word cloud,their first thought would probably be of the white, fluffy phenomenon in the sky. But back down on earth, cloud can also be used to describe the ever-expanding data storage service.

It may seem like an abstract concept, but cloud software is becoming the new normal for dental practices. To first understand what the cloud is, it may be pertinent to know what purpose it serves. The cloud acts as a big server, a place where data such as files or images can be stored. The cloud can be remotely managed, removing the restrictions of a physical server. Cloud vendors can handle upkeep and maintenance, eliminating the hassle of a clinician having to hire someone else to do it or do it themselves.

The cloud is usually accessed through the internet. Think of your Google Drive or the aptly named iCloud on any of your Apple devices. These services exist to allow users to store data, and typically take care of the security and encryption necessary to protect these data, eliminating hassle for the layperson who does not know how to manage a physical server.

Cloud services in dentistry serve that same purpose, allowing dental professionals to safely store data that can be accessed at any time through the internet. This means a multioffice dental service organization could feasibly have access to important data regardless of which physical office they were in. As you can imagine, this makes data sharing easier and more efficient, allowing for an easier time when it comes to referrals or patient communication.

Here we will take a look at some top-of-the-line cloud solutions available in the dental industry today.