06/12/2026
Before beginning treatment, obtain informed consent.
Did you know failure to obtain proper informed consent is one of the most common
allegations in malpractice claims against orthodontists? In claims related to improper
informed consent, patients have alleged they were not adequately informed about:
-Risks (root resorption, periodontal damage, relapse, pain)
-Alternatives (no treatment, different appliances, referral to surgery)
-Limitations or realistic outcomes
See how you can reduce your risk of a malpractice claim by obtaining proper informed
consent.