Software
OrthoModel Free
OrthoModel Free — Orthodontic Model Analysis Tool Context OrthoModel Free is a simplified orthodontic software designed for handling digital study models. While professional orthodontic suites include planning, simulation, and appliance design, this free edition focuses on the basics: loading 3D scans, measuring tooth positions, and documenting occlusion. Its role is not to replace a full orthodontic CAD/CAM system but to give clinics, teaching labs, and students a reliable way to analyze digita
Simple3DScan Dental
Simple3DScan Dental — Practical 3D Scanning Tool for Education and Small Clinics Context Simple3DScan Dental is a stripped-down 3D scanning application built for classrooms, training labs, and modest dental practices. It doesn’t try to compete with the heavy professional suites used in big production labs. Instead, its role is quite clear: capture study models, impressions, or small restorations and save them in open formats that anyone can share or view later. Because it runs on standard PCs an
Dental Shaper Lite
Dental Shaper Lite — Basic CAD Tool for Digital Dentistry Context Dental Shaper Lite is a cut-down edition of a larger CAD system. It isn’t meant to replace a full professional suite but instead gives students, educators, and smaller labs a way to practice digital modeling without the high cost or steep learning curve. With it, a user can load a 3D scan, try out simple shaping tools, and get a feel for crown or bridge design. Many schools include it in their training programs, while smaller clin
Zirkonzahn Viewer Free
Zirkonzahn Viewer Free — Free Viewer for Dental Restorations Context Zirkonzahn Viewer Free is a lightweight 3D viewer released by Zirkonzahn to support communication between dental labs, clinics, and patients. Unlike the company’s full CAD/CAM suite, which focuses on design and production of prosthetics, the free viewer is only for visualization. It lets users open case files, rotate models, and check restorations in detail before they go into fabrication. Dental labs often send files in this f
Exocad Viewer Free
Exocad Viewer Free — 3D Case Viewer for Digital Dentistry Context Exocad Viewer Free is a no-cost application provided by Exocad for viewing dental CAD cases. While the commercial Exocad suite is a full-featured CAD/CAM design platform, the free viewer is focused on one thing: allowing clinicians, labs, and even patients to open, rotate, and inspect 3D dental designs without needing a paid license. Its purpose is more about communication and verification than design. This makes it a handy compan
3Shape Communicate (Free)
3Shape Communicate (Free) — Cloud Collaboration for Dental Labs and Clinics Context 3Shape Communicate (Free) is a cloud-based platform designed to connect dental clinics with labs and partners. Instead of sending models and impressions physically, it allows dentists to upload intraoral scans and treatment requests directly to the lab in digital form. For labs, it means fewer delays and errors; for clinics, it provides faster turnaround and better case tracking. The free edition covers the basic
Odoo Dental (Community Module)
Odoo Dental (Community Module) — ERP Adapted for Dental Workflows Context Odoo Dental (Community Module) is essentially a plugin that extends the open-source Odoo ERP platform with dental features. Instead of trying to be a complete EMR from scratch, it leans on Odoo’s mature backbone — scheduling, billing, stock control — and then layers in what a clinic needs: odontograms, procedure templates, and treatment notes. This design appeals to practices that already run Odoo for admin or finance, bec
DentiSys Lite
DentiSys Lite — Compact Dental Practice Management Context DentiSys Lite is a scaled-down version of a broader dental management suite. It keeps the core functions a small or mid-sized practice really needs — patient scheduling, odontograms, treatment records, and simple billing — without the heavy extras of enterprise software. The idea is to deliver a tool that feels manageable for clinics that don’t have dedicated IT staff but still need a structured way to track patients and treatments. Whil
SmileEMR
SmileEMR — Streamlined Dental Electronic Medical Records Context SmileEMR is a lightweight electronic medical record system created specifically for dental practices. Unlike general EMRs that try to cover every specialty, this platform narrows its focus to daily dental workflows — from odontogram charting to scheduling and treatment tracking. Its appeal lies in being less bulky than hospital-scale systems but still structured enough to keep patient data consistent and compliant. Clinics that wan
EpiDent
EpiDent — Tracking Dental Records and Population Health Context EpiDent was built with a slightly different focus compared to most dental record systems. Instead of being only a chairside tool for dentists, it is equally oriented toward public health and research. The system allows clinics and research groups to log individual treatments while at the same time collecting larger datasets — caries statistics, survey results, and outcome tracking. This balance makes it suitable for universities, NG
HealthOne Community Edition (Dental)
HealthOne Community Edition (Dental) — Modular EMR with Dental Add-Ons Context HealthOne Community Edition (Dental) grew out of a broader open-source EMR and later gained dedicated dental modules. It is not built as a “dental-only” platform but rather as a flexible framework where oral health sits alongside general patient data. That makes it useful in settings where medical and dental care overlap — for example, teaching hospitals or NGO projects. The system is free to use and maintained by a d
MediTracker Dental
MediTracker Dental — Patient Tracking and Treatment Records Context MediTracker Dental is a clinical record system designed for dental practices that need a structured way to log visits, track ongoing treatments, and manage patient data without the overhead of large-scale EMR platforms. Built as a focused module within a broader medical tracking environment, it emphasizes simplicity: quick patient lookup, treatment progress notes, and straightforward reporting. This makes it suitable for teachin
Dental Morph Lite
Dental Morph Lite — 3D Modeling Tool for Tooth Morphology Context Dental Morph Lite is a lightweight application that focuses on digital modeling of individual teeth. Instead of working with complex CAD/CAM systems, it offers a simplified environment where users can analyze and reshape digital tooth models. The tool is designed mainly for students, dental researchers, and small labs that need a basic digital platform to study crown shapes, surface details, and occlusal patterns. It does not aim
Oral Histology Atlas (Free)
Oral Histology Atlas (Free) — Digital Reference for Dental Tissues Context Oral Histology Atlas (Free) is a teaching resource that compiles high-resolution slides of oral tissues into a structured digital format. Instead of flipping through printed atlases or microscope slides, students and instructors can navigate a curated set of images that highlight enamel, dentin, pulp, cementum, and supporting structures. The tool was created mainly for dental faculties and training labs, where histology i
Mandibula 3D Free
Mandibula 3D Free — Open Jaw Visualization Tool Context Mandibula 3D Free is a stripped-down viewer made for exploring the lower jaw in three dimensions. Instead of trying to be a full clinical planning system, it sticks to a simple purpose: showing how the mandible looks, how it moves, and how it relates to the upper arch. Most often it finds a home in classrooms or teaching labs, where students need a clear picture of jaw mechanics without the overhead of loading patient scans. In smaller clin
Tooth Explorer 3D
Tooth Explorer 3D — Interactive Dental Anatomy Platform Context Tooth Explorer 3D is a specialized visualization tool created to support dental education and clinical orientation. Unlike static atlases, it provides a fully interactive 3D environment where dental students and professionals can examine teeth, occlusion, and surrounding structures in detail. Its role is primarily academic, but it also helps clinics in patient communication by demonstrating morphology and treatment concepts in an ac
OralPathSim
OralPathSim — simulator for learning oral pathology through cases Context OralPathSim is built for one purpose: to give dental students a way to practice pathology diagnosis in a realistic but controlled setting. Instead of flipping through static atlases, learners interact with virtual cases — each with its own images, radiographs, and patient history. The idea is to make students think through the diagnostic process step by step, as they would in the clinic. Full editions of the software inclu
Dental Anatomy VR (Free demo)
Dental Anatomy VR (Free demo) — exploring tooth morphology in virtual reality Context Dental Anatomy VR (Free demo) is a cut-down version of a virtual reality teaching platform. It doesn’t try to replace textbooks or cadaver labs, but it gives students a chance to step inside a 3D model of the mouth and explore teeth from every angle. In the demo, users can rotate molars, zoom into fissures, and look at occlusion as if standing inside the jaw. Because the dataset is preloaded, there’s no setup w
OrthoStudio Free
OrthoStudio Free — entry-level software for orthodontic model analysis Context OrthoStudio Free is a reduced version of a commercial orthodontic platform used for analyzing digital dental models and treatment setups. It is aimed at students, educators, and small practices that need access to essential orthodontic tools without the cost of full modules. The Free edition allows importing intraoral scans, performing basic measurements, and visualizing occlusion — but it does not include advanced si
DENTOSIM Free
DENTOSIM Free — virtual training platform for dental procedures Context DENTOSIM Free is the entry-level version of the DENTOSIM dental simulation system, designed for hands-on training in a digital environment. The full product is used in dental schools and training centers, where students practice clinical procedures on virtual patients. The Free edition is limited but still provides access to interactive modules that simulate key dental tasks — cavity preparation, crown design basics, and oth
SimPlant Demo Viewer
SimPlant Demo Viewer — educational edition for implant planning visualization Context SimPlant Demo Viewer is the free edition of the well-known SimPlant software, widely used in dental implantology. Unlike the commercial version, the Demo Viewer is limited to educational and demonstration purposes. It allows users to open shared treatment cases, navigate through 3D reconstructions, and visualize implant positioning — but it doesn’t support saving or executing full planning workflows. For studen
View3D Dental
View3D Dental — practical 3D viewer for CBCT and dental scans Context View3D Dental is not a full-blown planning suite, and that’s exactly its strength. It’s a straightforward 3D viewer that lets dentists, students, and researchers open CBCT volumes or scanned dental models without expensive software. The program is open-source, lightweight, and runs on regular workstations with a GPU. In practice, it often finds use in classrooms, smaller clinics, and mobile setups, where the need is simply to
DentIQ Plan Free
DentIQ Plan Free — entry-level digital planning tool for dental treatment Context DentIQ Plan Free is the lightweight version of the DentIQ planning suite, built for clinicians who want a practical way to explore treatment scenarios, case documentation, and patient communication without investing in the full commercial platform. It is oriented toward everyday dental practices and teaching environments where CBCT, 3D scans, and treatment simulations are becoming standard. The Free edition strips
OrthoAnalyzer Lite
OrthoAnalyzer Lite — orthodontic planning tool for dental practices and training Context OrthoAnalyzer Lite is a reduced-feature edition of orthodontic analysis software used for digital model viewing, basic treatment planning, and case documentation. While full commercial versions support advanced simulations and appliance design, the Lite edition focuses on what most clinics or schools need: importing 3D scans, measuring teeth alignment, and generating straightforward treatment records. Becaus
Aeskulap Portable
Aeskulap Portable — a carry-anywhere DICOM viewer for dental cases Context Aeskulap Portable is a stripped-down version of the Aeskulap viewer that runs without a formal installation. It’s not overloaded with features, but that’s the point — it opens DICOM studies fast, works from a USB stick, and doesn’t need admin rights. In dentistry, this makes it handy for reviewing panoramic x-rays, intraoral sets, or CBCT exports in places where a heavy PACS system isn’t available. Many universities and N
DicomWorks
DicomWorks — a classic DICOM viewer that dentists still keep around Context DicomWorks is something of a veteran among DICOM viewers. Development stopped years ago, yet the program hasn’t disappeared from dental workflows. Many schools and smaller clinics continue to run it because it’s quick to install, runs on nearly any Windows machine, and doesn’t nag with licensing. In practice, it’s often used to open panoramic images, intraoral series, or simple CBCT exports — tasks where heavyweight PACS
SM3D Viewer
SM3D Viewer — focused 3D viewer for dental CBCT scans Context SM3D Viewer is one of those tools that doesn’t try to be everything at once. It’s not a PACS, not a full surgical planning suite — instead, it’s a compact viewer aimed at making 3D DICOM datasets usable on an ordinary workstation. In dentistry that usually means CBCT scans, where being able to rotate a jaw model, scroll through slices, or measure bone thickness can make all the difference. Because it’s open source and cross-platform,
HorliX
HorliX — macOS-based DICOM viewer for dental imaging Context HorliX is an open-source DICOM viewer designed primarily for macOS. While many imaging tools in dentistry are Windows-centric, HorliX provides Mac users with a capable alternative for reviewing intraoral x-rays, panoramic studies, and cone-beam CT datasets. It is based on the OsiriX framework but kept under an open-source license, making it suitable for teaching environments, small practices, and professionals who rely on Apple hardwar
ONIS 2 Free Edition
ONIS 2 Free Edition — practical DICOM viewer for everyday dental use Context The Free Edition of ONIS 2 is often the first step for clinics that want to handle digital radiology without committing to expensive imaging suites. It runs on ordinary Windows machines and covers the basics well: opening dental x-rays, reviewing panoramic images, and scrolling through cone-beam CT slices. The interface feels closer to what a clinician expects than many open-source viewers, which is why it’s found in bo
JDicom
JDicom — portable DICOM viewer adapted for dental use Context JDicom is a small but surprisingly versatile imaging tool written in Java. It wasn’t created just for dentistry, yet it often shows up in dental clinics and classrooms because it does one thing well: it opens and displays DICOM studies without requiring a full PACS system. Whether it’s panoramic images, intraoral x-rays, or a cone-beam CT export, JDicom runs on almost any machine with a Java runtime. That portability makes it practica
OpenDentalFork Cloud Edition
OpenDentalFork Cloud Edition — browser-first adaptation of a proven dental EMR Context The Cloud Edition of OpenDentalFork grew out of the need to take the classic OpenDental workflow and make it more manageable for clinics that don’t want to run heavy desktop software. Instead of thick clients and on-premises servers, this fork is packaged for web use and container hosting. Administrators gain flexibility—whether it’s a single VM with Docker or a Kubernetes cluster spanning several clinics. Fun
iDentist Free
iDentist Free — lightweight dental scheduling and patient records tool Context iDentist Free is a free edition of a dental practice management system that focuses on scheduling, patient records, and treatment planning. While not as feature-rich as enterprise EMRs, it provides the essentials for small private clinics or individual practitioners who need a reliable way to organize appointments and clinical notes. The tool emphasizes simplicity, fast deployment, and usability at the chairside level
DentaServ
DentaServ — practice management and reporting platform for multi-chair dental clinics Context DentaServ is an open-source dental practice management system designed with a focus on multi-chair clinics and group practices. Unlike single-user desktop tools, it is built as a centralized web application with support for multiple providers, shared patient records, and reporting tailored to dental workflows. It emphasizes scheduling efficiency, treatment tracking, and financial reporting, making it a
FreeDental
FreeDental — open-source chairside management for small practices and training labs Context FreeDental is a focused EMR/PM system built specifically for dental workflows. Unlike general-purpose EMRs adapted to dentistry, it was designed around odontograms, procedure codes, and treatment plans from the start. This makes it attractive for small private practices, low-budget teaching labs, or NGO dental projects that need a self-contained platform with minimal hardware demand. While less extensive
ClinicCases
ClinicCases — lightweight dental EMR for teaching clinics and NGO deployments Context ClinicCases started as a legal clinic case-management system and later expanded into healthcare use. Its open-source foundation, built on PHP/MySQL, makes it a pragmatic option for small dental clinics, teaching institutions, and NGO projects that require charting, patient scheduling, and document management without vendor lock-in. While not as large-scale as OpenEMR, it offers a simpler footprint and fewer mov
OpenEMR
OpenEMR — dental-ready EMR for teaching clinics and multi-site practices Context OpenEMR is a long-running, open-source EMR/PM system used across hospitals, NGOs, and university clinics. In dentistry it fills a practical niche: charting teeth and procedures, scheduling, billing, and storing clinical notes in one place—without locking the organization to a vendor stack. It’s web-based (classic LAMP), scales from a single department to a campus rollout, and—importantly for admins—stays transparent