MolarPlus vs Open Dental

MolarPlus is cloud-based dental clinic management software for practices ranging from single clinics to multi-branch groups. It brings patient records, appointment scheduling, clinical work and billing into one system. Records include dental histories, profiles and treatment notes, with search for finding patient information. Scheduling offers a visual calendar, online booking, waitlists, recurring appointments and automated reminders. Clinical tools include dental charting, treatment planning, prescriptions, notes and follow-up scheduling. Billing features cover invoices, payment tracking, receipts and treatment cost estimates, alongside dashboards, revenue analytics and custom reports. The platform lists SMS and WhatsApp reminders and two-way communication; Pro and Growth add a unified email and WhatsApp inbox. MolarPlus runs in a browser on Windows, macOS, Linux or ChromeOS, with apps for Windows, Mac, iOS and Android. An internet connection is required to reach its servers. New accounts receive seven days of Pro without a credit card; accounts are not charged unless a plan is selected. The site says paid access starts at $5/mo and lists plans from $4 a month, billed annually.

Open Dental is dental practice software sold with a software license and support plan. Its listed eServices include a patient portal, web forms, automated messaging, texting, eClipboard, mobile access, and online scheduling. Practice features include patient self-booking, provider calendars, appointment reminders, online intake forms, and support for multiple locations. A free trial does not expire, but it is limited to 30 patients and does not include API or eServices access. The trial provides a blank database and a demo database with fictional patients, but not copyrighted CDT content. The client program cannot run on Linux or Mac workstations, though Linux or macOS can be used as a server alternative. Monthly support includes updates and phone, chat, and email technical assistance, with up to two specific issues per call. The listed Other Countries plan is $89/month/location or office under a 12-month contract; US pricing is $199/month/location or office for the initial 12 months, then a reduced rate of $149/month/location after 12 consecutive months. Fees vary by location, provider count, and added functionality; data conversion is extra.