Do I need technical knowledge to use Dentaron?

No, Dentaron has a completely user-friendly interface. No technical knowledge is required. We also offer free onboarding training and 24/7 technical support.

Is my data safe with Dentaron?

Yes, your data is securely stored on enterprise cloud infrastructure with SSL encryption, daily automated backups and GDPR/KVKK-compliant data storage policies. We offer a 99.9% uptime guarantee.

What does the Transfer & Production Module do?

The Transfer module enables receiving 3D STL files from customers, automatic pricing, and managing the full production workflow with 3D printers. Customers can upload files via the portal, and you organize production queues on tables.

Which modules does Dentaron offer?

Dentaron offers five modules: Lab Module (impression/prosthesis tracking), Transfer Module (3D file transfer and production), Stock Module (inventory tracking), Accounting Module (current accounts and financial reports), and Settings Module. You can assign module access per user based on their role.

Can I import my existing data into Dentaron?

Yes, you can do bulk data import from Excel files for customers, products and stock. Our technical team will also assist you during the migration process.

How many users can I add?

There is no limit on the number of users. A monthly fee is charged per user. You can define different roles such as admin, technician, impression specialist, and accountant with granular permissions.

Can I use Dentaron on mobile devices?

Yes, Dentaron is fully responsive and works seamlessly on tablets and smartphones. No separate mobile app download is required.

How does barcode scanner integration work?

Dentaron is compatible with USB and Bluetooth barcode scanners. The scanner acts as a keyboard input and automatically enters the scanned tracking number into the system. No special driver or software installation is needed.

Can my customers also use the system?

Yes, the Customer Portal lets your hospitals and clinics track their own jobs, upload STL files and view transfer requests. They can only see their own data and cannot access your internal laboratory information.

How does 3D printer management work in Dentaron?

In the Transfer module, you define your 3D printers and build tables. You create a production queue by assigning jobs to tables, planning which job gets produced on which printer with full status tracking.

Can I cancel my subscription anytime?

Yes, you can cancel anytime on the monthly plan. On the yearly plan, you can continue using the service until the end of the billing period. There are no hidden fees or cancellation penalties.

How does technical support work?

We offer 24/7 email and phone support. Yearly plan subscribers benefit from priority support and custom training sessions tailored to their team.

Dentaron vs Excel Spreadsheets

Still managing your dental laboratory with Excel? Discover why purpose-built lab management software outperforms spreadsheets in every critical workflow.

Excel is the default tool many dental labs start with — it is familiar, flexible, and free. However, as a lab grows beyond a handful of daily cases, spreadsheet limitations become bottlenecks: lost impression records, billing errors, impossible real-time tracking, and zero collaboration features. Dentaron is purpose-built for dental laboratory workflows, replacing fragile spreadsheets with structured, multi-user, real-time management. Below is an honest, feature-by-feature comparison to help you decide.

Comparison

Impression & Case Management

Barcode-based impression tracking: Dentaron — Built-in barcode generation & scanning; Excel / Spreadsheets — Manual cell entry, no barcode support
Real-time case status: Dentaron — Live status board with automated timeline; Excel / Spreadsheets — Manual status column updates, no automation
Multi-user simultaneous editing: Dentaron — Unlimited concurrent users with role-based access; Excel / Spreadsheets — File locking issues, single-user at a time
Patient & doctor linking: Dentaron — Automatic entity linking with dropdown search; Excel / Spreadsheets — Free-text entry, no referential integrity

Collaboration & Access

Customer portal: Dentaron — Dedicated portal for clinics to track their cases; Excel / Spreadsheets — Email/phone only — no self-service
Role-based permissions: Dentaron — Granular RBAC with custom user types; Excel / Spreadsheets — Share file or not — no permission granularity
Mobile access: Dentaron — Full responsive web app, works on any device; Excel / Spreadsheets — Mobile Excel is limited and error-prone
Audit trail: Dentaron — Complete change log with user, timestamp, field; Excel / Spreadsheets — No audit trail — changes overwrite silently

Reporting & Analytics

Dashboard with KPIs: Dentaron — Real-time charts: turnaround time, revenue, workload; Excel / Spreadsheets — Manual chart creation per report
One-click exports: Dentaron — PDF, Excel, filtered exports in seconds; Excel / Spreadsheets — Already in Excel, but no structured reports
Customer-level analytics: Dentaron — Revenue, case volume, payment status per customer; Excel / Spreadsheets — Requires complex VLOOKUP/pivot tables

Billing & Accounting

Invoice generation: Dentaron — Auto-generate invoices from completed cases; Excel / Spreadsheets — Separate invoice template, manual data entry
Account balance tracking: Dentaron — Real-time receivable/payable per customer; Excel / Spreadsheets — Separate sheet, manual reconciliation
Multi-currency: Dentaron — Built-in support for USD, EUR, TRY, GBP; Excel / Spreadsheets — Manual currency conversion formulas

Verdict

Excel is a powerful general-purpose tool, but it was never designed for dental laboratory management. As your lab grows, the time spent maintaining spreadsheets, fixing broken formulas, and manually tracking cases quickly exceeds the cost of purpose-built software. Dentaron eliminates these pain points while adding capabilities impossible in spreadsheets — barcode scanning, customer portals, real-time dashboards, and multi-user collaboration. For labs processing more than a few cases daily, the switch from Excel to Dentaron typically pays for itself within the first month.

FAQ

Can I import my existing Excel data into Dentaron?

Yes. Dentaron includes a built-in data import tool that accepts Excel (.xlsx) files. You can map your columns to Dentaron fields and import customers, impressions, and products in minutes.

How long does it take to switch from Excel to Dentaron?

Most labs complete the transition in 1-2 days. Data import takes minutes, and the intuitive interface means minimal training is needed. We provide free onboarding support.

What if I need to export data back to Excel?

Dentaron supports one-click Excel export from any list view — impressions, customers, reports, inventory. Your data is never locked in.

Is Dentaron more expensive than Excel?

Dentaron starts at $14/user/month (annual plan). When you factor in the 10+ hours saved per week and eliminated data entry errors, the ROI is typically positive within the first month.