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RM Matters

Being informed to navigate new risks matters to you and your practice: Each article in our ongoing series explores a single developing topic in dentistry.

Upholding Ethical Standards When Addressing Prior Dental Treatment

Approach instances of substandard work with empathy and objectivity. Gather a thorough patient history and concrete...

Patient Selection: An Important Risk Management Tool

Patient and case selection is an essential component of a dental practice. TDIC risk management analysts explain how...

Decoding Professional Liability Insurance Terms

Some aspects of professional liability policies and how claims are handled may differ between TDIC and other...

What to Expect When You Submit a Claim

TDIC's personalized and experience interaction begins as soon as you submit a claim. This is a general overview...

Exploring Insurance Coverage: A Guided Tour of Your Policies

A helpful guide to understanding the types of professional insurance that dentists need. 

Glossary of Insurance Terms

A crash course in insurance terms. Simple explanations that will help you better understand your policies.

The Right Policies for Every Stage of Practice

If you are overwhelmed by the number and types of insurance policies that exist, TDIC can help to clear up some of...

Brushing Aside Politics: Keep Your Dental Office Free of Political Discussions

Impassioned political debates can create an uncomfortable environment for both staff and patients. Practice owners...

Who are You Treating? Verify Dental Patient Information to Reduce Risk of Wrong Treatment

Performing dental treatment on one patient that was intended for another can yield calamitous results. Define and...

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