What has been the relationship between AAO and AAOIC®? AAOIC, the market leader in providing professional liability insurance to orthodontists, and AAO are separate and distinct legal entities with separate boards of directors, officers, governance and operations. By agreement, in return for AAO’s designation of AAOIC as the sole endorsed Read more…
For over 30 years, AAOIC®, was known as the American Association of Orthodontists Insurance Company, a Risk Retention Group. We are excited to announce that on December 1, 2025, AAOIC is changing its name to The Orthodontists Insurance Company™, a Risk Retention Group. Do not be concerned, there is no Read more…
Created by Orthodontists for Orthodontists®, AAOIC works to help safeguard your hard-earned career by offering comprehensive malpractice insurance. We believe protecting your career is worth doing right–and choosing the plan that is selected by more of your peers than any other can make the difference. Plus, we believe in returning Read more…
As provided for in the AAOIC Bylaws, there will be a special meeting of the Shareholders via Zoom on November 25, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. The purpose of the meeting is for the Shareholders to approve a proposed amendment to the AAOIC Articles of Domestication with the Read more…
Smart Steps for Switching Your Malpractice Policy Whether you’re early in your career, transitioning to a new practice, or approaching retirement, there may come a time when you consider switching malpractice insurance carriers. Understanding the process, and your responsibilities when making that change, is key to maintaining continuous protection and Read more…
The most recent annual Shareholders’ Report is posted on this website and the annual AAOIC Shareholders’ Meeting will be held virtually using Zoom on Saturday May 9, 2026, at 11:30 Eastern Daylight Time. All AAOIC insureds are invited to participate! A link will be posted several weeks prior to the meeting.
Mistakes and adverse events can happen—even in the most careful, well-run orthodontic practices. Whether it’s a wrong tooth extraction, a cut during IPR, an etchant burn, or another incident, knowing how to proceed when a claim is pending (or anticipated) requires thoughtful evaluation. Every decision you make during this period Read more…
Patient transfers are a routine part of orthodontic practice, but they also come with significant clinical, legal, and ethical responsibilities. Whether you’re accepting a transfer patient or facilitating a patient’s departure from your care, how you manage the transfer process can protect you from potential claims and ensure continuity of Read more…
The Importance of Routine Panoramic Radiographs in Orthodontic Care Panoramic radiographs are a critical diagnostic tool, providing a broad view of dental and skeletal structures. Beyond treatment planning, they help detect pathology and complications that, if missed, could lead to legal liability. As an AAOIC-insured orthodontist, it’s essential to monitor Read more…
When it comes to malpractice insurance, many orthodontists focus solely on individual coverage. However, ensuring that your professional corporation, such as a PC, LLC, S Corp, or other legal entity, is also insured is just as important and is required by AAOIC. Whether you operate as a solo practitioner or Read more…