HIV Confidentiality in Dentistry: Answers to Dentists’ FAQs
Dentists know the vital importance of patient confidentiality, but it's valuable to revisit how standard confidentiality and patient protections are heightened when it comes to HIV status.
Dentists know the vital importance of patient confidentiality, but it's valuable to revisit how standard confidentiality and patient protections are heightened when it comes to HIV status.
There are many positive aspects to marketing and advertising in the dental industry. However, there are also risks associated with advertising dental services. Understanding the risks is crucial to protect yourself from liability and contractual claims and violations of business law.
By 2030, one in six people in the world will be over the age of 60. How can dental providers be prepared amidst the lingering effects of the pandemic coupled with the increased demand for care? Here is guidance from our risk management consultants on how to provide safe dental care to seniors.
For dentists, Botox can cause wrinkles. Here's a case study involving the use of Botox in dentistry and a deep dive into the unique risks that Botox can pose for dental professionals.
Starting in May, MLMIC Dental began sending out correspondence requesting that you complete a renewal update. Expect the email 60-90 days before your renewal day.
Join us for two events this June 2023 for dentists in New York! These are great opportunities for new and longtime dentists alike to network, meet new colleagues and enjoy the comradery of organized dentistry.
Greg Hill, the executive director of the New York State Dental Association, is nearing the end of his first year in this role. MLMIC recently sat down with Greg to discuss his tenure so far, his goals for the future and the road he travelled that led him to NYSDA.
A 47-year-old male presented to his dentist with a sore on the inside of his cheek which, months later, was discovered to be oral cancer and led, unfortunately, to the patient's death. A lack of proper documentation in the dental record and patient noncompliance led to this settlement.
A 52-year-old male presented to a general dentist with multiple dental issues. This dentist, who had no advanced training, completed a complex full mouth restoration on the patient that included sinus lifts, bone grafting, root canals, extractions, implants and more. Here's what happened.
The latest edition of MLMIC's The Albany Report focuses policyholder attention on the 2023-2024 New York State budget.
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