How do I Install the NexHealth API?

The NexHealth API allows your dental practice management system (PMS) to securely connect with NexHealth so patient data, appointments, and schedules stay in sync.

This article provides a step-by-step guide to installing the NexHealth API key for PMS integration using the NexHealth Synchronizer.

Dental Marketing provides all required links, credentials, and configuration.

💡 In most cases, this installation takes only a few minutes and does not require technical experience.

What You’ll Need Before You Start

Before beginning, please confirm:

• Your dental PMS (Dentrix, Open Dental, Eaglesoft, etc.) is installed and working.
• You have administrator access to the computer or server where the PMS is installed.
• Dental Marketing has provided:

• • The NexHealth Synchronizer download link
    
    
  • The NexHealth API key
    
    
  • Any required installation credentials

• The computer or server has a stable internet connection
  
  

Step 1: Download the NexHealth Synchronizer

1. Open the download link provided by Dental Marketing
   
2. Download the NexHealth Synchronizer installer to the computer or server that runs your PMS
3. Confirm the download completes successfully
   
   

⚠️ The Synchronizer must be installed on the same machine that has access to your PMS database.

Step 2: Install the Synchronizer

1. Double-click the installer
2. Run it as Administrator
   
3. Follow the on-screen prompts
4. When asked, enter the API key and credentials provided by Dental Marketing
   
5. Complete the installation
   
   

Once installed, the Synchronizer runs automatically in the background.

Step 3: Enable the NexHealth API Key for PMS Integration

After installation:

• The NexHealth API key is automatically applied
• The Synchronizer securely connects your PMS to NexHealth
• No manual API setup is required
  
  

All technical configuration is handled by Dental Marketing.

Step 4: Confirm the Integration Is Working

After installation, you should expect:

• Patient and appointment data syncing correctly
• No error messages on the system
• No action required from office staff

Dental Marketing may also perform validation on your behalf.

What This Integration Enables

Once the NexHealth API is active, your practice can support:

• Online appointment scheduling
• Automated SMS and email reminders
• Digital patient forms
• Secure patient communication
• Reporting and analytics
  
  

Summary

Installing the NexHealth API key using the NexHealth Synchronizer allows your PMS to securely connect with NexHealth and makes your practice’s data available inside your Dental Marketing dashboard.