3 tips for dentists when choosing an insurer An insurance carrier’s ratings, track record and understanding of your unique needs all inform how well they can protect you. April 27, 2026 Insurance 101
A case study in escalation: A restorative follow-up gets complicated What began as a rather straightforward follow-up procedure quickly escalated into a patient’s complex request for a refund and access to their medical records. This case study demonstrates how the situation unfolded, where the breakdown in... May 04, 2026 RM Matters Patient Care & Communication
A message about claims trends, changing markets and your resources Dr. Richard Nagy, periodontist and volunteer director on TDIC’s dentist-led board, chairs the finance committee and serves on the claims and risk management committee. He shares an inside view of changes in the insurance market and how TDIC... October 17, 2025 Announcements
A message about factors influencing malpractice claims and cases Todd Lewis, CEO of The Dentists Insurance Company, shares how our dentist-led board and dentistry-focused experts work on behalf of our policyholders. He offers an inside view of the malpractice-related trends influencing cases, claims and costs... July 20, 2026 Announcements
Access to Patient Records and Retention Guidelines State-specific considerations for access to patient records and retention guidelines October 10, 2023 Reference Guides Patient Care
Acknowledgment of Surveillance Camera Installation Notice, acknowledgement/release and policy to inform patients and staff that surveillance cameras are in use March 03, 2020 Sample Forms Alaska Arizona California Hawaii Illinois Minnesota Nevada New Jersey North Dakota Pennsylvania Documentation General Liability
Addressing Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office Helpful tips and best practices for addressing to medical emergencies in the dental practice July 12, 2024 Reference Guides Patient Care
Adverse Occurrence Guide Reporting requirements for a licensee to report adverse occurrences or events. June 07, 2022 Reference Guides Patient Care
Age of Consent Reference Guide Considerations for minors to consent including exceptions for those under the age of consent March 05, 2025 Reference Guides General Liability Patient Care
All Consent Forms by Language (zip file) Download the full set of discussion and informed consent forms by language November 07, 2018 Informed Consent English Apicoectomy Bone Graft Crown and Bridge Dentures Endodontic (root canal) Extractions Fillings Gingival Graft Implants Inlay(s)/Onlay(s) Mouthguard (Custom Fitted) Orthodontic Periodontal Veneers Whitening Other