Dentrix vs Eaglesoft: comparing the two biggest on-premises dental PMSs
Dentrix (7.8) and Eaglesoft (7.4) are long-established, on-premises practice management systems from Henry Schein One and Patterson. Dentrix scores slightly higher for workflow depth and built-in AI imaging. Eaglesoft offers 55+ authorized integrations and unlimited US-based support through its Service Club.
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At a glance
| Attribute | Dentrix🇺🇸 | Eaglesoft🇺🇸 |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 7.9/10 | 7.7/10 |
| Category rank | #6 of 20 in Practice Management | #7 of 20 in Practice Management |
| Verdict | Industry-standard on-prem PMS from Henry Schein One. | Patterson's widely used on-prem PMS; AI comes via an authorized Bola AI integration. |
| Pricing | Contact vendor | Contact vendor |
| Website | dentrix.com | pattersondental.com/cp/software/dental-practice-management-software/eaglesoft |
Dentrix
- The most widely adopted dental software, according to Henry Schein One.
- Built-in Dentrix Imaging with AI detection and hands-free documentation.
- Third-party apps through the Dentrix API Exchange; training on-site, online and self-paced.
Eaglesoft
- 30+ years in the market. Patterson says nearly 30,000 users rely on it.
- Eaglesoft Advanced Imaging is built in, and Patterson lists 55+ authorized integrations, including AI partners such as Pearl.
- The Service Club includes unlimited US-based support and free upgrades.
Questions to ask before you decide
- How much weight do you put on built-in AI imaging? Dentrix includes Dentrix Imaging with AI detection; Eaglesoft lists AI partners such as Pearl among 55+ authorized integrations.
- What support model do you want? Patterson's Service Club includes unlimited US-based support and free upgrades.
- Are you already in Patterson's or Henry Schein's equipment and imaging ecosystem?
- Both are installed on-premises, so budget for IT, backups and security either way.
FAQ
Are Dentrix and Eaglesoft cloud-based?
Both are installed locally. Dentrix Ascend is Henry Schein One's cloud option. The sources we reviewed don't describe a cloud-native Eaglesoft.
Which has more integrations?
Patterson lists 55+ authorized integrations for Eaglesoft. Dentrix runs a large partner program through the Dentrix API Exchange.
Do they publish pricing?
No. Both are sold in packages or service plans.
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