Patterson Dental launches data backup service

Patterson Dental Supply has introduced PattLock, an online backup service designed to protect and secure patient and practice information.

PattLock uses an Internet connection to transmit data and store it in a safe location, the company explained. Key features include customizable scheduling for exactly when and how often data are backed up, data restoration in the same format as it was originally saved, and backup verification to confirm that all data were successfully transferred. The data are secured by user name and password, allowing dental professionals to control who has access to files and accounts.

Data storage equipment is housed in offsite data centers with high-tech security measures, fire suppression, and climate control, according to Patterson. As an added precaution, data are also backed up to a second storage center.

PattLock is compatible with all practice management software, including Eaglesoft, and all file types.