Find the Right Fit for Your Practice
Dentrix and Dentally are two powerful practice management systems from Henry Schein One Canada, each designed to help dental teams run smoother, engage patients better, and grow their business. Whether you prefer the control of an on-premises system or the flexibility of the cloud, we have a proven solution used by thousands of practices that will meet your needs
On-premises power for practices that want local access
Dentrix is the most widely adopted dental software in the world. It’s ideal for practices that want local installation and access to their data and systems. Dentrix centralizes your clinical, financial, and administrative workflows in one robust platform — trusted by tens of thousands of practices for decades.
Cloud-based simplicity for modern practices
Dentally is a cloud-based PMS designed to help practices grow and thrive into the future. It’s secure, scalable, and accessible from anywhere, making it perfect for multi-location practices and tech-forward offices that want to simplify their operations and reduce IT overhead.
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Dentrix vs Dentally
Note: In the United States, Henry Schein One offers Dentrix Ascend as the cloud-based software solution, which is not available in Canada. In Canada, the cloud-based solution is Dentally, designed specifically for Canadian dental practices. Every feature is built to make your office run smoothly — from insurance and billing to compliance and daily workflows. It’s dental software made for Canada.
| Feature Category | Dentrix (On-Premise) | Dentally (Cloud-Based) |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | Installed locally on office computers | Accessed via web browser from anywhere |
| Ideal for | Solo and small group practices | All practice types, including multi-location and DSOs |
| Data storage | Local servers (practice-managed) | Cloud-based (secure, backed-up) |
| Training & onboarding | On-site, online, and self-paced options | Guided onboarding, intuitive UI, fast adoption |
| Imaging integration | Built-in Dentrix Imaging and Smart Image Integration, with AI Diagnostics add-on | Built-in imaging tools with AI diagnostics |
| Reporting & analytics | Advanced reports, Daily Huddle, Jarvis add-on | Real-time dashboards, analytics, open API |
| Patient engagement | Add-on tools available | Built-in SMS/email, online scheduling, reminders |
| Security & compliance | Practice-managed IT and backups | SOC 2 Type II, TLS encryption, HIPAA-ready |
| Scalability | Limited multi-location support | Designed for multi-location growth |
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Dentrix vs Dentally
Frequently asked questions
What’s the biggest difference between Dentrix and Dentally?
Dentrix is installed locally and gives you full control over your systems. Dentally is cloud-based, offering flexibility, scalability, and easier access from anywhere.
Can I migrate my data from Dentrix to Dentally?
Yes. Henry Schein One offers guided migration services to help you move your patient data, images, and history with minimal disruption.
Which system is better for multi-location practices?
Dentally is built for multi-location workflows, with centralized access and reporting across all sites.
Do both systems support imaging?
Yes. Both systems support imaging — Dentrix includes built-in Dentrix Imaging, and Dentally has built-in Dentally Vision.
What kind of training is available?
Dentrix offers on-site, online, and self-paced training. Dentally provides guided onboarding and intuitive workflows that are easy to learn.
Can I access Dentrix remotely?
Not natively. Dentrix requires local installation and remote access setups. Dentally is cloud-based and accessible from any device with internet.
Which system is easier to maintain?
Dentally requires no local servers or IT maintenance. Dentrix needs regular updates and IT support for backups and security.
How do the systems handle patient communication?
Dentally includes built-in tools for SMS, email, and online scheduling. Dentrix offers add-ons for patient engagement.
What kind of support is available during and after switching systems?
Henry Schein One provides onboarding assistance, training resources, and ongoing customer support for both Dentrix and Dentally. Whether you're migrating data or learning new workflows, our team is here to help your transition go smoothly.