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Conversion: Merge Databases A database merge is performed when the data from two (or more) databases needs to be consolidated into a single database (e.g., when combining multiple locations or buying out another practice). Merges can be performed on multiple databases, including when converting from another software. See Conversions. Fees: To see merge fees, visit our Conversions page. How it Works:
OpenDentImages folders: All scanned documents and images are stored in the OpenDentImages folder (A to Z folder). If there are multiple OpenDentImages folders (e.g., all locations already use Open Dental), the conversion team will require access to all OpenDentImages folders of databases being merged, at the time of the merge. We recommend storing the files on an external drive or directory. Patient Numbers and Digital Imaging Software: During the merge, patients in the inferior database will receive new patient numbers to avoid duplication. If the digital imaging software you currently use utilizes patient number to open the patient's x-rays, patients must be renumbered in the imaging software. Open Dental can provide a spreadsheet of all patients and their patient numbers in the merged database. Database Merge Process
After two or more databases are merged and the resulting database has been in use, it is not possible to reverse the merge and revert the live database back to the original databases. Database merges are permanent.
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