Publications & Resources

Five Risk Management Best Practices for Taking Pediatric Dental X-rays

Many aspects of providing quality dental care have become more challenging in recent years, and dental radiology — especially pediatric dental radiology — is no exception. However, there are associated risks specific to this modality and population that are important for dentists to keep in mind.

Tips for Promoting a Positive Work Environment in Medical Settings

Creating a healthy work environment for healthcare employees requires leadership to properly address conflict, protect workers from physical harm and prioritize mental health.

Changes to Drills can Reduce the Spread of COVID-19 in Dental Practices

Dentists can further reduce the potential spread of COVID-19 in their practices by adjusting one tool: dental drills. A recent study found that changing how dentists use drills can limit the spread of aerosol particles in a room — hugely significant in the age of coronavirus.

ADA Stresses Importance of Early Access to COVID-19 Vaccine for Dentists

The American Dental Association emphasized that dentists, as essential health care workers, should be among those groups allowed early access to the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available.

The Joint Commission’s New Sentinel Alert on Workplace Violence

MLMIC encourages all our insured facilities and providers to examine the safety of their organizations and practices and utilize available resources to assist in developing, evaluating or expanding plans for addressing the potential of workplace violence.

Risk Management Tips: Failure or Malfunction of Office Equipment

Providing for the safety of patient, staff and providers by performing necessary inspections and maintenance of equipment is an important part of office practices today.