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- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Sensei Experience
Reviewed on 25/01/2025
Excellent
Great support from Carestream team
Excellent
Great support from Carestream team
Pros
-Comprehensive
-Fast communication between offices
-Easy access remotely
Cons
Imaging component
Not able to utilize the advanced imaging software consistently
- Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
Sense Cloud
Reviewed on 12/10/2023
The Sensei Cloud Team is amazing. Though we have had some pain points with conversion and functional...
The Sensei Cloud Team is amazing. Though we have had some pain points with conversion and functionality, customer service was and is always available to help us, listen to us, and do the best they can to figure out what needs to be done. Customer service is why we stuck with Sensei Cloud. I understand Sensei Cloud is ever evolving and hopefully it gets to a place where we can run even more efficiently. At this time it seems pricey for the functionality you get and for the workarounds you need to implement to utilize the software. However, you cannot beat the look and user-friendly interface.
Pros
I would say based on all the Practice Management applications I have demoed/used, Sensei Cloud is the most visually appealing. The user-interface is great. It is easy to find what you need, even if it is your first time using the software. It makes our office look like we utilize state-of-the-art technology, which is important. I love that everything is backed up immediately with unlimited storage, making our old server obsolete. The customer service is second to none. The Sensei Team really has been paramount to making our experience thus far a success.
Cons
Conversion, as I am sure with any software, is messy. Sensei can be quirky with certain functionality, which requires our team to find workarounds for what should be easy tasks. Functionality that seems common sense from other practice management software within the Carestream family was not ported over, which makes our office less efficient. Reporting is lacking and confusing at times. Billing needs a complete overhaul. Sensei Imaging, which one would expect to be a seamless integration within Sensei Cloud creates a variety of issues and lacks basic functionality. Sensei Cloud, Practice Manager, and Patient Forms should be one product (a one stop shop). Sensei Cloud is expensive compared to other PMS, which do offer a one stop shop option for less money. Other PMS is priced by location vs. by Provider, which makes more sense. If current pricing included Practice Manager as well and all were rolled into one nice package and one site, you would say the price is spot on. We are paying a premium to use Sensei Cloud at this point for the look and feel. No other PMS looks as clean and modern in my opinion.
Reasons for Choosing Sensei Cloud
Server end of life. Wanted a cloud-based option and wanted to remain within the Carestream family of products for, what we thought, would be an easier transition.Reasons for Switching to Sensei Cloud
Wanted to stick within Carestream Family and Sensei just looks way more professional and clean.- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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Too many lumps , not ready for primetime time
Reviewed on 21/01/2024
In 30+yrs, this is the WORST management decision I have ever made. I feel like we are their guinea...
In 30+yrs, this is the WORST management decision I have ever made. I feel like we are their guinea pigs. There is WAY too much wrong to fix in short order. After 3 weeks , we are aborting back to Pworks till the dust settles then we will look elsewhere. BTW, back in the day, we were Beta testers for Pworks 5.0 and the office has been computerized since 1980 with Commodore 64s and Premier from AG Florian.
Pros
Office manager likes claims handling, billing options
Cons
Everything else. Between my Office manager and 2 receptionists, there is over 105yrs of experience in the profession. These are the top of the topshelf workers. I have a mutiny on my hands and have never seen a new piece of software, equipment, etc destroy moral as fast as Sensei has and they spent a month online practicing. Buffering is slow. It doesn't save things then you find 4 copies the next day. Can't delete templates etc as you learn...just inactivate, etc.
Complete modules don't work!!!
Stupid things like "acquire a new image" to open imaging to view films.
- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
User Friendly Cloud Based Software
Reviewed on 13/11/2024
Pros
Cloud based software. Love the access to my patient information anywhere - not just in my office. Design is upgraded and sleek. The Carestream team is constantly looking to upgrade the features - listening to users along the way. New upgrades are being added constantly. Integrations have been added to link Sensei with a patient manager, ePrescriptions, and iTero.
Cons
Couple issues regarding syncing of schedules among different computers - sometimes need to manually refresh screen. Reporting not comprehensive yet.
- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10
Great program and a work in progress
Reviewed on 8/11/2023
Pros
I love the hyper links in the system and the ease of navigation throughout the system. The statement and account billing is easy and I love that I can work on statements and still go into the schedule of needed and the systems saves my progress on the billing statements. The correspondence and email functions within the program are very useful and appreciated as well.
Cons
The ledger functions could be expanded and made to function with more ease. The treatment planning could also add some features to make the process easier and user friendly. Posting procedures could also have features that would prevent mistakes as well like incorrect teeth numbers for certain procedures.
Alternatives Considered
Dentrix AscendReasons for Choosing Sensei Cloud
We were looking for an updated software that was truly cloud based as we were having issued with the hosted cloud going down and we couldn't access the software and the ability for patients to fill out forms electronically and confirmation text as well.Reasons for Switching to Sensei Cloud
We also tried the TDO software which was specific to Endodontics. We decided to go with Sensei because of the ability to convert our images and the cost of the software. As well as we were already using a CareStream product Softdent and it would be easier to transition.- Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10
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Reviewed on 6/11/2023
it works fairly well. i wish there was areas to check in lab boxes. as well as have pop up boxes...
it works fairly well. i wish there was areas to check in lab boxes. as well as have pop up boxes for a specific allert or note
Pros
it can be used from anywhere.............................
Cons
the charting legend is not the same for all systems charting coloring.
Reasons for Choosing Sensei Cloud
it was very old and dated........................Reasons for Switching to Sensei Cloud
price, offered more of what we were looking for- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Sensei Review
Reviewed on 28/09/2023
We have not been with Sensei Cloud long but so far, I can see the e service products saving much...
We have not been with Sensei Cloud long but so far, I can see the e service products saving much time in verifying insurance information, submitting claims, computing out of pockets, sending prescriptions. Managing lab cases is very nice.
Pros
Integration is never easy when implementing a new system. That being said, it has not been that difficult and actually went better than I expected. There are quirky things that we are learning, but the support has been very helpful and very quick. The more that we are using Sensei Cloud, the more features we are finding. The e service products (claims, prescriptions, insurance verifications etc) are very nice as we were mostly doing this manually before.
Cons
The information that was converted from the old system did not seem to be as much as we would have liked. We came from Soft Dent which is from Carestream as well, and I would have like to have seen the two programs communicate more and transfer more information
- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
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Reviewed on 21/09/2023
I use Sensei for 8 hours a day 5 days a week- my entire job is both Sensei, Patient Manager and...
I use Sensei for 8 hours a day 5 days a week- my entire job is both Sensei, Patient Manager and creating spreadsheets- I have very few complaints and would recommend Sensei to any office looking to make the change over. I've trained a couple employees on basic tasks such as scheduling appointments, creating insurance claims and treatment plans and I've never had any difficulty as the software itself is very user friendly.
Pros
I love that Sensei is constantly wondering what they can do to improve the software whether that's through The Exchange, the "Submit Feedback" function where I can vote on other user's recommendations, or calls with staff like [sensitive content hidden] to help review the software, calls with [sensitive content hidden] from Patient Manager, or visits from [sensitive content hidden] regarding imaging. The CareStream staff has been incredibly helpful and we appreciate the kindness that is shown to us during these calls/visits.
Cons
The only recommendations I have for the software are small adjustments, most of which I was able to go over with Brande and she was able to help me find answers for. The remaining notes I would be happy to submit through the User Feedback Site.
- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Very happy with the software.
Reviewed on 28/09/2023
Overall I am very happy with it. More than met my expectations. One thing very nice compared to...
Overall I am very happy with it. More than met my expectations. One thing very nice compared to the last software program I had, you do the updates and the updates don't mess up existing programs in the software. I don't lose programs like I did before.
Pros
It is easy to use. Support is very good, get immediate help. Has what I need and want.
Cons
Now that covid is over being such a problem, I would like the screening pages removed. Unnecessary for me. Otherwise I have no other issues.
- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Sensei user for 2 years
Reviewed on 22/02/2024
Pros
Ease of use and portability. I can see patient records from almost anywhere.
Cons
I wish it would cost less. But overall it’s good
- Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10
Worst Software Platform
Reviewed on 20/11/2023
Horrible, frustrating, paying premium price for a service that doesn't deliver.
Horrible, frustrating, paying premium price for a service that doesn't deliver.
Pros
I liked what it is advertised to do - appt reminders, texting w/patients, email campaigns, etc.
Cons
Full of bugs, we delayed going "live" for TEN months, because it failed to synch our appts, current patients are missing, inactive patients are appearing, the wrong cell phone numbers are linked to patients, and on and on.
- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
excellent software
Reviewed on 20/10/2023
I am very pleased with upgrading from Windent
I am very pleased with upgrading from Windent
Pros
software is easy to use, all information is easy to find
Cons
it's too much clicking but once you get the hang of it, you do it fast and becomes unnoticeable.
- Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Sensei Cloud Review
Reviewed on 16/01/2024
Pros
Allows me to see patient files, set up appointments, view x-rays and set up treatment plans.
Cons
Wish the payment section in the Financial area would allow us to put $0.00.
- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10
sensei cloud
Reviewed on 17/10/2023
It is not very user friendly. Many steps to get to a final stage.
It is not very user friendly. Many steps to get to a final stage.
Pros
Could have access to schedule and chart from home. Patient management and wanted an upgrade from soft dent
Cons
The CS8 imaging program, the inability to merge or delete duplicate charts, the difficulty to delete or alter a ledger entry/date in the payment area.
Reasons for Choosing Sensei Cloud
cloud based, having all things in one program and upgrade, ease of use.Reasons for Switching to Sensei Cloud
Already was using soft dent, sounded like a great option.- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Great software for specialty offices
Reviewed on 1/11/2023
Sensei has been a great decision for us. Our offices run more smoothly, we see fewer errors in...
Sensei has been a great decision for us. Our offices run more smoothly, we see fewer errors in patient charting and billing. Relations and communication with referrals are better than ever.
Pros
Intuitive and user friendly! Did not take long to feel comfortable with the software.
Cons
As an early adopter to sensei, we experienced some of the frustrations that come with a new software. Overall those frustrations have been handled and sensei gets better with frequent updates.
- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Sensei Cloud
Reviewed on 20/09/2023
Pros
Customer service with Live chat. Ease of patient intake and scheduling.
Cons
Insurance claims - there are 15 statuses, some of them are auto applied, some are manual, some are both. Not knowing what they all mean or which is which. Pt due/Ins Due/total due does not always reflect correct amounts resulting in 3 different amounts and confusion on the financial page. Not being able to bring up or download xrays that were taken at our second location is one of the biggest issues.
- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10
We had to switch
Reviewed on 24/08/2023
Pros
The program was cloud based. And the new program was also a Carestream product
Cons
A lot of features did not work. I felt that I was a beta tester for the new product. It would not submit secondary insurance.
- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10
Changed from Softdent to Sensei
Reviewed on 17/10/2023
I would of preferred to stay with Softdent, but was not given option because we wanted the cloud...
I would of preferred to stay with Softdent, but was not given option because we wanted the cloud feature.
Pros
Available in the cloud, easy to access. User friendly (some features)
Cons
Initial start-up was confusing. There were too many points of contact. Several team members were difficult to contact. Support is useless and very disappointing.
- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10
Sensei has a lot to work on!
Reviewed on 10/02/2023
Less paper
Less paper
Pros
I do like the electronic prescriptions. so easy!!
Cons
Everything else! Claims management. Bulk EFTs: large EFTs never work and we have to enter as individual payments, which makes for the monthy GRT calculations very difficult!!!
Alternatives Considered
FuseReasons for Choosing Sensei Cloud
I wanted to go paperless and move to the cloud. I chose Sensei because I was using Carestream already: Practiceworks. I thought it would be similar! Boy I was wrongSwitched From
PracticeWorks a Sensei productReasons for Switching to Sensei Cloud
Stuck with carestream. Plus Conversion Fee was waived.Response from Carestream Dental
Hi Dr. Terry, I am so sorry you are not having a good experience with our product. If you can message me privately, we would love to get more information regarding the bulk EFTs if that is a defect within the system or if additional training might be beneficial. Additionally, we would love to learn more about the GRT calculation to assist.
- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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We were hoping for a much better product
Reviewed on 1/02/2023
We have had nothing but aggravation, disappointment and the doctor has had to pay out much more in...
We have had nothing but aggravation, disappointment and the doctor has had to pay out much more in salaries to compensate for us working from home just to get day to day things done because of constant workarounds.
Pros
The integration process was okay but we had to do alot of old information deletion leading up to the switch. I did not expect it to be anything like our old software but I expected a less flawed softeware. There were and still are many things that were promised to be implemented and have not been. They are updating regularly but so much more can be done.
Cons
Provider production/collection don't seem accurate. Financial reports are not easy to create or read. I have been hearing about "Sticky Notes" and "Combined Family Billing" coming since we started in Oct 2021 and that still hasn't happened yet. Still has a flawed Bulk payment feature since it was implemented and it has not been repaired yet. The ease of flow, common sense items and basic billing necessities just aren't there.
Response from Carestream Dental
Hi Kelly, I am so sorry you are not having a good experience with our product. Family billing was released late last year, so if you want training, please get in touch with me privately. We can also look into the issue of the bulk payment to see if it is a system error or if additional training is required. Most of our customers have found the process flow to be an improvement to other dental practice management software, and we would love your feedback on your usability experience to see if there is room for improvement.
- Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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Needs a lot of work
Reviewed on 1/02/2023
Not Great. Aside from cloud access and ePrescriptions, we have lost much of our ability to analyze...
Not Great. Aside from cloud access and ePrescriptions, we have lost much of our ability to analyze and run our practice.
Pros
Cloud access and updated feel. ePrescriptions
Cons
This program feels like it was designed without a single dentist's input. While it is probably a great program for a new dentist starting out, there is no ability to customize the program. Certain workflows have limitations that you cannot override (ex. giving a courtesy to a patient with credit, transferring balances among family members). There are ZERO long term business analytics.
Response from Carestream Dental
Dr. Colleen, I am so sorry you are not having a good experience with our product. Reporting enhancements are coming this year to assist in business analytics. Additionally, you will be able to transfer balances among family billing with the release of a family billing feature.
- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 3.0 /10
sensei review
Reviewed on 3/02/2023
It has not been great. I am not sure this was designed by an actual dentist, or with practical...
It has not been great. I am not sure this was designed by an actual dentist, or with practical dental offices in mind
Pros
Charting seems to be fairly easy with this system and that it is cloud based is a plus
Cons
many "kinks" still need to be worked out. Random program freezing, only one person in chart at a time, too many moves to make an appt, etc
Response from Carestream Dental
Hi Kristi, I am so sorry you are not having a good experience with our product. Can you reach out to me personally? We have not seen any performance issues this year. We would love to get more information. You can have multiple people in a chart simultaneously, and we have found that our customers like the appointment workflow.
- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10
issues sensei cloud
Reviewed on 6/02/2023
Pros
easy to use with or without support and thats good
Cons
too many issues to list / comparing this software to Softdent - working through the issues one at a time
Response from Carestream Dental
Hi Alexandra,
I am sorry your experience with Sensei Cloud has been less than great. We would love to discuss what features within SoftDent you love that are missing from Sensei Cloud.
- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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Glenn Ritter DDS
Reviewed on 27/01/2023
FrustrationDisappointment Too slow to improve
FrustrationDisappointment Too slow to improve
Pros
The hope to fix itThe promise of remote access
Cons
Not ready for release from its inceptionAlthough uses chrome, does not work on an ipad
Response from Carestream Dental
Hi Dr. Glenn, I am so sorry you are not having a good experience with our product. We are making Sensei enhancements weekly. Feedback from doctors like yourself allows us to prioritize and move on feature enhancements to create better value.
- Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Great conversion
Reviewed on 27/01/2023
Really pleased
Really pleased
Pros
Ease of use, insurance billing and tracking capabilities, patient scheduling and reminder features, periodontal and dental charting
Cons
Lack of Patient online booking feature, patient recall label printing option not available,
Response from Carestream Dental
Thank you for the positive review. We value all customer feedback as we constantly strive to improve the customer experience.