
Here’s what drives malpractice claims in orthodontics
Malpractice claims in orthodontics appear to be growing, fueled by poor communication, unmet patient expectations, and more, according to a review published on April 13 in International Orthodontics. The keys to reducing liability are education, documentation, and transparency, the authors wrote. “Overall, evidence suggests that both clinical complications and medico-legal shortcomings contribute to orthodontic litigation,” wrote the study’s lead author, Dr. Giuseppe Varvara, PhD, of “Gabriele d’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara












