Malpractice Insurance and DTC Orthodontic Care: Concerns Persist
Don’t assume that all teledentistry treatment is covered under your malpractice insurance, including any work performed for a DTC company, says the AAO.
Don’t assume that all teledentistry treatment is covered under your malpractice insurance, including any work performed for a DTC company, says the AAO.
The AAO warns that new federal student loan caps and the end of Graduate PLUS loans in 2026 could worsen orthodontic workforce shortages, especially in rural areas, citing average resident debt of $567,000.