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There is no greater time to be a dentist in New York! There are several exciting events coming up this month, including society meetings, seminars and lectures at district and county levels. We can’t wait to see you there!

In the increasingly competitive profession of dentistry, dentists search for an edge to set them apart. Botox is marketed as a way to increase patient traffic to the dental office. However, the use of Botox in dentistry carries additional risks that dentists should know about.

This case of a 55-year-old female who underwent tooth restoration elucidates significant problems with the dentist’s management of the patient’s treatment, beginning with a lack of informed consent. Take a few minutes to learn from the outcome of this high-severity dental liability case.

Coming up this April 2023 for dentists in New York — The Greater Long Island Dental Meeting and Give Kids a Smile! Both of these are exciting, annual events. Visit the event websites for the most updated information and to register.

A small portion of lawsuits brought alleging dental malpractice reach the threshold of “high severity,” which, according to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners’ (NAIC) definition, involve serious permanent disability or death. Get an overview of these cases, which are driven by the value or potential value of the injury alleged.

Dentist-patient relationships are important to handle carefully but can be fraught with gray areas. For instance, how do you know when to discharge a patient from care? And how do you do so properly to transition the patient to a new dentist and mitigate your own risk? Let’s dive into some frequently asked questions to understand the dentist-patient relationship at a deeper level and clear up any confusion you have.

In a message from MLMIC Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Lombardo, Dr. Lombardo discusses the instance of a malpractice case that goes to jury trial, including words of reassurance and insights from his own experience. Read his note, which serves as an introduction to the Q1 2023 issue of The Scope: Dental Edition.

MLMIC looks back on the life and contributions of founder, friend and colleague, Donald J. Fager, Esq.

If the eyes are a window to our soul, the teeth and gums are a window to our bodies. The pathway to a healthy body starts in the oral cavity, and poor dental nutrition affects the whole body. In fact, the first sign of conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and gastroesophageal reflux can initially be detected while examining the teeth and gums.

We’re so excited for all these March 2023 events for dentists in New York. There are several general membership meetings, job fairs for students and residents and many exciting continuing education seminars to take advantage of! Be sure to visit each event’s website for the most updated information and to find registration information.