Publications & Resources

Breaking the Stigma: NYSDA’s Committee on Substance Use Disorder and Well-Being

In this episode of The Verdict, MLMIC’s Tammie Smeltz speaks with NYSDA’s Director of Dental Practice Support and members of NYSDA’s Committee on Substance Use Disorder and Well-Being to explore the essential resources and support the program offers to dentists.

MLMIC Insurance Company Creates Dental Advisory Panel

MLMIC is excited to introduce its new Dental Advisory Panel, launching Jan. 2025. Comprised of three experienced NYSDA-member dentists, this Panel will provide critical insights to help MLMIC enhance its products, services and risk management education for dental professionals across New York State.

Buffalo Niagara Dental Meeting Offers MLMIC’s New Dental Risk Management Program

Join MLMIC at the Buffalo Niagara Dental Meeting on November 6 for a new Dental Risk Management Program. Learn strategies to reduce risks and earn a 10% liability premium discount for three years!

Seven Things For New Dentists to Know About Practicing Dentistry in New York

Congratulations! Years of hard work and dedication have paid off! You’ve completed dental school and residency training but what’s next? If you plan on practicing in New York State, there are many things to consider before you start providing dental care. Below, MLMIC shares information on seven important topics to be mindful of before you start to practice.

Meet NYSDA’s President Elect, Dr. Prabha Krishnan: The First Woman of Diverse Origin Elected to this Position!

As part of Women’s History Month, MLMIC would like to celebrate the role that women have played, and continue to play, in contributing to the practice of dentistry. MLMIC recently had the pleasure of connecting with New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) President Elect Dr. Prabha Krishnan, who will be installed as the 144th President of […]

Meet Greg Hill, NYSDA Executive Director and Longtime Organized Dentistry Advocate

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.

MLMIC to Present First of Four-Part NYSDA Webinar Series for New Dentists

Join us on February 21, 2023, for “Welcome to the Jungle,” a MLMIC presentation designed to educate dental residents and new dentists on dental professional liability insurance basics. We will explore the most frequently occurring claims seen in dentistry, common pitfalls, risk management strategies and tips for best practices to avoid pitfalls and claims.

NYS Dentists: Complete This NYSDA Risk Management Course for a 10% Policy Discount!

Want to brush up on your risk management knowledge and get a discount on your MLMIC policy? We encourage you to complete this free, on-demand NYSDA risk management course, sponsored by MLMIC! This course, developed according to New York State laws and regulations, is less than three hours long and will get you a 10% discount on your liability premiums for a three-year period from MLMIC!

Meet Dr. James Galati, 2022-23 NYSDA President and MLMIC Policyholder

In June 2022, Dr. James Galati took office as the 142nd president of the New York State Dental Association, the culmination of nearly 30 years of service to organized dentistry. Dr. Galati, who is a longtime MLMIC policyholder, is also an active member of the American Dental Association and the Fourth District Dental Society. We sat down with Dr. Galati to learn more about his background and his thoughts on the dental industry.

Meet Dr. Gregory Dodd, the Longtime MLMIC Policyholder Gifting $10K to Future Dentists

Dr. Gregory Dodd, a dentist at Saratoga Springs Family Dentistry and a MLMIC policyholder since 2003, recently announced that his practice will give $10,500 in scholarships to high school students interested in pursuing a career in dentistry. Learn more about Dr. Dodd and his passion for cosmetic, reconstructive and rehabilitative dentistry in the following Q&A.