A Message from the President

Greetings! November marks the time of year when we pause to give thanks. I am deeply thankful for the wonderful profession of orthodontics and for the patients that I have the privilege to care for. I am thankful that we are returning to meeting in person and for the...

How Long Should You Retain Patient Records?

Maintaining the records of an inactive patient is an expense and a chore but there are several reasons why we are required to do so. The primary concern to most of us is the ability to defend against an accusation of malpractice or an inquiry from the Office of...

Do You Know Your NYSSO Leaders?

The New York State Society of Orthodontists (NYSSO) is a Component of the Northeastern Society of Orthodontists (NESO), which is one of eight Constituents of the American Association of Orthodontists. NYSSO is a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under...

Medical Device Tax Repeal Passes the House

On July 24, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Protect Medical Innovation Act (H.R. 184), an AAO-endorsed bill that would permanently repeal the medical device tax. The AAO, in coordination with a diverse coalition of stakeholders, has long advocated for...