Texting

View a summary of each location's text message history.

In eServices Setup, click Texting Services.

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Note: The eConnector must be running at all times to track monthly limits and overages. If it is not running, text messages can be sent, but tracking information will be inaccurate and customer replies will not be recorded.

By default, usage information for the current month shows. Use the arrows or calendar below the grid to change the month.

Column definitions:

Note:
  • Open Dental HQ will attempt to send outstanding message receipts for outbound messages for up to 60 days. If after 60 days, the receipts could not be delivered, they are deleted. Receipts includes the charge associated with the message and the message's deliver status.
  • The eConnector must be running to receive receipts. If receipts cannot be delivered, the Sent Charges column may not be up-to-date. Charges displayed here may not match the amount billed on your Monthly Support statement.

OptIn Preferences:

Set the Default Texting Clinic

When using clinics, only patients assigned to a default clinic will receive text messages, or there must be a default texting clinic. To set a default texting clinic:

  1. Select the clinic.
  2. Click Set Default. X will show in the Default column.

This clinic will be used when patients are not assigned to default clinic.

To remove a default, click Clear Default, or select a different clinic default.