Question 1

What is Baselayer?

Accepted Answer

Baselayer is the all-in-one platform for paperless dental practices in South Africa. It replaces paper forms and fragmented tools with a single system for patient intake, consent forms, appointment scheduling, prescriptions, referrals, lab forms, implant reports, clinical notes, and automated patient communication — all accessible from any device.

Question 2

What features does Baselayer include?

Accepted Answer

Every plan includes: digital consent forms with legally binding e-signatures (6 configurable form types), drag-and-drop multi-doctor appointment scheduling, AI-powered clinical writing assistant, PIN-authenticated digital prescriptions with medication search, specialist referral letters with directory integration, dental lab forms with visual tooth selection and VITA shade guides, implant reports, medical certificates, aftercare instructions via email and WhatsApp, built-in directories for labs, medications, and specialists, instant patient autofill across workflows, Google Drive document storage, role-based access control, kiosk mode for waiting rooms, and unlimited users.

Question 3

How does the AI clinical writing assistant work?

Accepted Answer

Baselayer's AI Polish feature rewrites clinical notes, referral narratives, implant reports, and patient report findings into clear, professional dental language. It preserves every clinical detail exactly as you wrote it while improving readability and formatting — saving time on documentation without sacrificing accuracy.

Question 4

Where is patient data stored?

Accepted Answer

All generated documents — consent forms, prescriptions, referrals, lab forms, reports, and certificates — are stored directly in the practice's own Google Drive account. Baselayer does not store patient files on its own servers. The practice maintains full ownership and control of their data at all times.

Question 5

Is Baselayer compliant with data protection regulations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Baselayer is designed with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) compliance in mind. Patient data is collected with consent, stored securely in the practice's own Google Drive, and never shared with third parties. The platform also follows HIPAA-style best practices including role-based access control, digital signatures, and activity logging.

Question 6

How does appointment scheduling work?

Accepted Answer

Baselayer features a day-view calendar with per-doctor columns, drag-and-drop appointment creation, colour-coded appointment types, and automatic overlap handling. Appointments sync in real time across every device — ideal for multi-doctor practices that need a shared, always-up-to-date schedule.

Question 7

How much does Baselayer cost?

Accepted Answer

Baselayer offers three monthly subscription plans: Software Only at R3,699/month, Software + 1 iPad at R4,199/month, and Software + 2 iPads at R4,699/month. All plans include full platform access with unlimited users and every feature. No hidden fees. iPads become yours to keep after 12 months.

Question 8

Do I need to install anything?

Accepted Answer

No. Baselayer runs entirely in the browser — on desktops, tablets, and phones. No app download or installation is required. It is optimised for iPad but works on any modern device.

Question 9

Can Baselayer send WhatsApp messages to patients?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every document — consent forms, prescriptions, referrals, certificates, aftercare instructions — is delivered automatically via email. Post-treatment aftercare instructions can also be sent via WhatsApp with patient consent, using template-based messaging for compliance.

Question 10

What are the built-in directories?

Accepted Answer

Baselayer includes searchable, practice-managed directories for dental labs, medications, and specialists. These directories integrate directly into clinical workflows — when creating a prescription, referral, or lab form, you can search and select from your directories without switching between systems.

Question 11

Do I need a Google account for Baselayer?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A Google Workspace (business) account is required for secure cloud storage and document management through Google Drive. Personal Gmail accounts are not supported.

Question 12

Is QuickBooks included with Baselayer?

Accepted Answer

QuickBooks is not included in the Baselayer subscription. Baselayer connects to your existing QuickBooks account, so you will need your own active QuickBooks subscription for accounting integration.

Question 13

Do I need my own iPad?

Accepted Answer

Only on the Software Only plan. The Software + 1 iPad and Software + 2 iPads plans include iPad 10th Generation devices (11" WiFi) which become yours to keep after 12 months, with one year of insurance included.