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
Patient Dismissals: Why, When and How Questions arise regarding if and when dentists should consider dismissing patients. Recent calls to TDIC’s Advice Line showcase the unique complexities of dismissing patients prior to completion of treatment. June 01, 2022 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
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 being selective in patients you accept into your practice helps to avoid costly risks. April 19, 2024 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Patients First: Guidance for Retreatment When an Associate Leaves the Dental Practice Dealing with re-treatment can be a difficult issue, especially when the dentist who originally treated the patient is no longer with the practice. Put patients first and document a business associate agreement to define expectations and... January 17, 2024 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Positive communication in the dental practice reduces risk and improves outcomes A breakdown in communication is often the underlying factor in negative online reviews, lawsuits or complaints. TDIC’s Risk Management analysts explain how a confirming communication climate in the dental office reduces risk and share ways... April 28, 2023 RM Matters Employment and Managing a Team Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Post-Treatment Care Crucial in Foreign Object Aspiration Incidents When accidental aspiration or ingestion of a foreign object occurs during a dental procedure, timely communication about proper post-treatment care can prevent the incident from developing into a critical event. November 15, 2024 RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Risk Management Essentials
Practice Website Accessibility: A New Wave of AwDA Litigation “Click by” lawsuits based on violations of the Americans with Disability Act are being targeted at dental practices in increasing numbers. Learn what makes a website accessible, your role in compliance and how to reduce your risks. March 01, 2021 RM Matters Property and Practice Ownership Risk Management Essentials
Prepare Your Dental Practice for a Perpetual Wildfire Season Wildfires are now a year-round phenomenon. TDIC urges dentists to take time to prepare their practice for wildfires and other emergencies by backing up records, securing sufficient insurance coverage and making an escape plan. June 10, 2024 RM Matters Property and Practice Ownership Risk Management Essentials
Privacy Violations in the Dental Practice: How They Happen and How to Prevent Them A crucial aspect of HIPAA compliance involves preventing privacy violations. Risk management analysts offer insights into how privacy violations can occur, practical strategies for maintaining compliance and what you can expect if your dental... December 07, 2023 Content Type RM Matters Patient Care and Communication Property and Practice Ownership Risk Management Essentials