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MLMIC is excited to sponsor and attend several key dental events this September 2024. We look forward to connecting with the dental community and sharing insights at these important gatherings.

In this episode of The Verdict, Dr. Chad Gehani discusses the World’s Fair of Dentistry and shares advice for new dentists and students.

Dr. Eliscar-Hewett discusses her journey as a dentist, exciting events from the Second District Dental Society for new-to-practice dentists and the crucial role of securing dental professional liability insurance with MLMIC.

Even though musculoskeletal disorders are a risk in the dental profession, there are ways to prevent or decrease the extent of these injuries. Let’s look at some strategies to keep the physical body healthy during your dental career.

Even though musculoskeletal disorders are a risk in the dental profession, there are ways to prevent or decrease the extent of these injuries. Let’s look at some strategies to keep the physical body healthy during your dental career.

Teledentistry in New York is a relatively recent practice, with the laws that recognize and codified it having only been enacted in 2014 and 2015. Chapter 550 of the New York Laws of 2014 required health insurers and Medicaid to cover the provision of telehealth services, including dental services rendered through telehealth, in the same manner as those services would be provided in an in-person setting.

This month on Open Bar, we’re discussing whether providers must give parents access to the patient portal of their minor children. Here’s our expert answer to that question, taking into account the patient’s privacy rights.

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.

In this case, a 36-year-old patient alleged that a dentist and his professional corporation failed to diagnose and treat a lesion on the side of the tongue resulting in a delayed diagnosis of oral cancer.

By Elizabeth Ollinick, Esq. MLMIC is thrilled to launch “Open Bar,” a monthly FAQ on trending issues in healthcare faced by MLMIC insureds throughout New York. There are several perks available to MLMIC policyholders. One of them is access to MLMIC’s Legal Hotline. Our Legal Department is comprised of seasoned healthcare attorneys throughout the state. […]