A password manager is one of the simplest ways to strengthen an orthodontic practice’s security. Tools such as 1Password, NordPass, and LastPass generate and store strong, unique passwords for every website and application. This matters because if one reused password is stolen, attackers may try it across email, banking, payroll, and practice management systems.
Business password managers also make employee access easier to control. Important credentials can be shared through a secure vault, and supported platforms can restrict employees to autofill access so the password itself is not displayed. When an employee leaves, access can be revoked immediately without changing how every remaining employee works. It also prevents an employee from using the password from home to gain access to practice systems.
For highly sensitive systems, including practice management software, configure the password manager to require reauthentication—such as a PIN, master password, or biometric check—before filling the credential.
The goal is simple: unique passwords, controlled sharing, and immediate removal of access when roles or employment change.
