This claim-based educational program begins with an overview of the current dental malpractice environment, including claim data and issues specific to implant dentistry. Next we discuss three risk management issues related to dental malpractice including patient communication, follow-up system failures and adverse outcome disclosure. The aim of the program is to provide resources related to these risk management topics to allow for the practice of safer implant dentistry.
Learning Objectives:
Recognize the current trends in dental malpractice
Name one driver of dental claim severity
List three risk management issues related to dental malpractice
