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Category: Dentists

PPE Guidance for Dental Practices as Conditions Change During Pandemic

When dental practices return to more standard care, they’ll have to do so while mitigating the spread of the virus. The ADA’s Interim Mask and Face Shield Guidelines are available to help them prioritize the safety of patients, dentists and staff as long as COVID-19 infection remains a risk.

Due to COVID-19, ADA Recommends Dentists Postpone Elective Procedures

Out of concern for the health of patients and staff, the American Dental Association (ADA) is recommending that dentists postpone elective procedures for the next three weeks.

What Medical Providers Need to Know About the Link Between Gum Disease and Stroke Risk

New research says treating gum disease, along with other risk factors, may reduce a patient’s likelihood of having a stroke.

MLMIC Partners with CRICO Strategies to Boost Data Analytics Capabilities

Through a new partnership with CRICO Strategies, MLMIC will now be able to expand the capabilities of MLMIC Analytics, including delivery of more robust risk management analyses, educational programs and industry reports.

Winter 2020 Edition of Dental Dateline Available Online

The Winter 2020 edition of Dental Dateline – the newsletter for MLMIC-insured dentists – includes a case study on an ingested surgical device and a drug-seeking patient and guidance for properly closing a dental practice.

November 2019 Case Review Now Available Online

The November 2019 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting the importance of thorough, accurate and timely medical record keeping.

New Cybersecurity Protocol for New York State Healthcare Organizations

Healthcare organizations in New York State may need additional cybersecurity safeguards in order to meet new requirements under the SHIELD Act.

New Guidelines for Sedation in Pediatric Dental Procedures

Several healthcare organizations have endorsed new guidelines for pediatric patients undergoing deep sedation and anesthesia during dental procedures.

MLMIC Resource Center Assists Policyholders with Risk Management and Patient Safety Inquiries

MLMIC policyholders and their staff have exclusive access to the MLMIC Resource Center, which can access a wide variety of current healthcare reference materials on your behalf and promptly provide these research findings to you.

MLMIC Launches Case Review Podcast Examining New York State Medical Professional Liability Cases

The July 2019 edition of MLMIC’s Case Review includes case studies highlighting how questions related to communication and informed consent impacted two separate medical liability cases in New York.