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Jill Allen
AI, Cloud, and Beyond: Modernizing Practice Management with Planet DDS
46 minutes Posted Apr 9, 2026 at 7:00 am.
Introduction02:06 Reid Simmons’ Journey07:35 Kevin Simmons’ Journey11:01 Planet DDS Merger Vision15:44 Industry Shifts Since 201024:30 AI and API Ecosystems26:48 AI Beyond Email Hacks27:50 Transcription to Treatment Plans29:09 Roadmap Driven by Customers30:54 True Cloud Explained36:18 Next Five Years of Tech38:28 Training and Staying Current41:52 Where to Learn More Episode Credits:  Hosted by Jill AllenProduced by Jordann KillionAudio Engineering by Garrett LuceroAre you ready to start a practice of your own? Do you need a fresh set of eyes or some advice in your existing practice?Reach out to mewww.practiceresults.com.    If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! and want to hear more of this awesome content, give us a 5-star Rating on your preferred listening platform and subscribe to our show so you never miss an episode.    New episodes drop every Thursday!
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"You don't have to be physically connected to something that’s in your office." Connect With Our SponsorsGreyFinch - https://greyfinch.com/jillallen/A-Dec - https://www.a-dec.com/orthodonticsSmileSuite - https://getsmilesuite.com/ Summary In this episode of Hey Docs!, Jill sits down with Reid and Kevin Simmons from Planet DDS to dive into the evolution of orthodontic technology and practice management. They discuss the transformation from the early days of software development to the cutting-edge advancements in cloud-based solutions, particularly with Cloud 9. The conversation highlights how AI and industry shifts are reshaping the landscape of orthodontics, offering new opportunities for efficiency and growth. Reid and Kevin stress the importance of continuous training and consultation to ensure successful technology adoption. Connect With Our Guest Planet DDS - https://www.planetdds.com/ Takeaways Reid started Orthotrac, which served a pioneering role in ortho software since the 1980s.There’s been a shift from traditional to cloud-based systems.Cloud 9, now part of Planet DDS, has been at the forefront of cloud-based solutions.Cloud technology can reduce cost and improve accessibility.AI has a growing influence in scheduling, documentation, and financial management.Integrated software ecosystems can benefit multi-specialty practices.Continuous training and consultation is essential in new technology adoption.Chapters 00:00 Introduction02:06 Reid Simmons’ Journey07:35 Kevin Simmons’ Journey11:01 Planet DDS Merger Vision15:44 Industry Shifts Since 201024:30 AI and API Ecosystems26:48 AI Beyond Email Hacks27:50 Transcription to Treatment Plans29:09 Roadmap Driven by Customers30:54 True Cloud Explained36:18 Next Five Years of Tech38:28 Training and Staying Current41:52 Where to Learn More Episode Credits:  Hosted by Jill AllenProduced by Jordann KillionAudio Engineering by Garrett LuceroAre you ready to start a practice of your own? Do you need a fresh set of eyes or some advice in your existing practice?Reach out to me- www.practiceresults.com.    If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! and want to hear more of this awesome content, give us a 5-star Rating on your preferred listening platform and subscribe to our show so you never miss an episode.    New episodes drop every Thursday!