Minimizing Risk While Giving Back to Your Community Giving back by volunteering life-changing dental treatment can be one of the most rewarding aspects of your professional life. Don’t let confusion about liability coverage stand in the way of your volunteer efforts. March 01, 2022 RM Matters Insurance 101 Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Misclassifying Contracted Employees Puts Your Dental Practice at Risk Properly classifying contracted employees is essential to maintaining compliance with workers' compensation regulations, protecting employees and safeguarding your practice from potential liabilities. Work closely with your local TDIC advisor... October 30, 2024 RM Matters Employment and Managing a Team Insurance 101
More than Money: Weighing the Risks and Benefits of Patient Refunds When offering refunds to dental patients, it is essential to have clear policies and procedures in place. Refund policies should be communicated clearly to patients, so they understand under what circumstances refunds will be offered and what... June 30, 2023 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Mouthguard: Custom Fitted Discussion and informed consent form for custom-fitted mouthguard October 20, 2015 Informed Consent Chinese English Hmong Japanese Korean Russian Spanish Tagalog Traditional Chinese Vietnamese Mouthguard (Custom Fitted)
Navigating AwDA Compliance: Providing Inclusive Care for Patients with Special Needs Effective communication and a basic understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act are important tools to reduce risk and improve care for patients with special needs. One call to TDIC’s Risk Management Advice Line illustrates how... September 06, 2023 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Navigating Disrupted Dental Practice Operations Wildfires are increasingly a threat to homes and businesses as climate change affects the length and scope of fire season. TDIC’s risk management experts offer guidance on the essential steps to take in case of practice closure due to... June 12, 2024 RM Matters Property and Practice Ownership Risk Management Essentials
Navigating the Risks of AI-Enhanced Dentistry The integration of AI into dentistry is an exciting advancement that holds promises of improved patient outcomes and streamlined operations. TDIC’s Risk Management analysts explain the risks associated with AI use and share tips for... December 10, 2024 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Property and Practice Ownership Risk Management Essentials
Office Closure Checklist A checklist to help minimize property damage, secure the premise and protect assets during a closure April 12, 2024 Sample Forms State Alaska Arizona California Hawaii Idaho Illinois Minnesota Montana Nevada New Jersey North Dakota Oregon Pennsylvania Tennessee Washington General Liability
Orthodontic Discussion and informed consent form for orthodontic treatment October 21, 2015 Informed Consent Chinese English Hmong Japanese Korean Russian Spanish Tagalog Traditional Chinese Vietnamese Orthodontic
Orthodontic Forms Set A full set of sample forms: early removal of braces, lack of progress and statement of satisfaction March 03, 2020 Sample Forms Alaska Arizona California Hawaii Idaho Illinois Minnesota Montana Nevada New Jersey North Dakota Oregon Pennsylvania Tennessee Washington Documentation Patient Care