If your son uses your credentials to access your computer at the dental practice, what is the best practice?

Creating a separate login for your son with limited privileges is the best practice in this scenario. This approach maintains security and ensures that sensitive information and critical functions of the dental practice are protected. By giving him limited access, you can control what he can do on the system, thereby reducing the risk of unauthorized changes or breaches of patient confidentiality, which are paramount in the dental field due to legal and ethical obligations.

Additionally, using a separate login promotes accountability, making it clear who accessed the system and when, which is essential in a medical practice to uphold compliance with laws such as HIPAA. This option also aligns with best practices regarding cybersecurity, encouraging robust data protection measures.

In contrast, allowing him to continue using your login or providing him with personal credentials with full access compromises the security of your practice and puts patient data at risk. Changing your password without creating separate access might temporarily safeguard your credentials, but it does not offer a long-term solution for ensuring safe access for personnel who may need it.