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“The Verdict” Podcast: A Conversation with Dr. Maria Maranga

In celebration of Women’s History Month, MLMIC’s Content Marketing Manager Tammie Smeltz sits down with endodontist Dr. Maria Maranga, a leader in dental medicine not only locally but also at the state and national levels.

Dental Record Protocol: Before and After Disaster Strikes

This past year, New York experienced some very destructive weather. Dentists and other professionals have unfortunately been affected, particularly by flooding. MLMIC Insurance Company and the attorneys of Fager Amsler Keller & Schoppmann, LLP have received telephone calls inquiring about how to deal with the loss of electronic and paper dental records that have been damaged or destroyed by floods and other types of storms.

Evidence-based Clinical Guidelines for Acute Dental Pain in Children

A panel put together by the American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs, American Dental Association Science and Research Institute, University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, and Center for Integrative Global Oral Health at the University of Pennsylvania have developed seven recommendations and five good practice statements after a review to determine the effect […]

New York Dentists, Join Suffolk County for a New Dentist Social Event in August

Hey, New York dentists! Are you looking for a social and networking opportunity this summer? Here’s what’s on the calendar of events for New York dentists in August.

New Evidence-Based Dental Recommendations for Treating Caries Lesions

A panel of experts recently published new recommendations for dental treatment of caries lesions in the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA). Dentists should take some time to review these recent guidelines and modify current practices as needed to reflect the updated recommendations.

Engage at Any Age: Providing Safe Care for the Aging Population in the Dental Office Setting

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.

Sign Up Now for June 2023 Events for Dentists in New York

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.

Exciting May Events for New York Dentists to Put on Your Calendar

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!

Exciting Events for Dentists in New York Coming Up in April 2023

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.

The Connection Between Proper Nutrition and Dental Health

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.