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Want to Grow Your Practice During A Recession? Here are Five Ways To Thrive!
Despite the headwinds of the economy, there has never been a better time to be an orthodontist. You read that right. Even though the economic forecast is dour, the tools and technology available right now to every single orthodontic practice - no matter how big or how...
The Statute of Limitations for Dental Malpractice in New York State
Every New York orthodontist should be aware of the statute of limitations for dental malpractice in the State. A statute of limitations is a law passed by the legislature that sets a time limit on when a claim may be brought. Once the statute of limitations has...
NYSSO Hosts Its Spring Board Meeting
The Board of Directors of the New York State Society of Orthodontists (NYSSO) met virtually on March 2, 2023 to review and plan member programs and activities for 2023. The following report summarizes the discussions and action items from this meeting. NYSSO sponsored...
NYSSO Proposal Broadens Pathway to Dental Assistant Licensure
The leadership of the New York State Society of Orthodontists has been working tirelessly to address the existing shortage of licensed dental assistants in our state. Although this is a nationwide problem, the problem is particularly severe in NY state. The ratio of...
Letter from the President – July 2023
Message From the President Greetings members of NYSSO! Summer season brings with it a sense of rejuvenation and opportunity. It is a time when we reflect on our accomplishments, recharge our energies, and set new goals for the future. I am incredibly proud of the...
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...
The X, Y, and Gen Z of Creating a Fully Digital Practice
The transformation in our industry to the digital age is opening up more opportunities for practices to connect with the right customers at the right time by letting them know you have the services they are looking for even before they walk in the door. This hinges on...
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...