Midwestern Society of Orthodontists

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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

https://aao-insurance.com/blog/one-common-malpractice-claim-orthodontists-face-failure-to-obtain-proper-informed-consent/

What makes a truly ideal team player? Dino Watt breaks down the fundamental habits that turn a group of individuals into a high-performing orthodontic powerhouse. Speaking Friday, Oct 16 at the SSO and MSO Annual Session. Bring the team to Nashville!

Empowering your Today. Defending our Tomorrow

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Complex cases don't have to mean inefficient workflows. Dr. Dan Bills shares the mathematical rules of efficiency that never change, no matter the clinical challenge. Speaking Friday, Oct 16 at the SSO and MSO Annual Session. Secure your spot today at https://ssortho.org/sso-2026/

Advocacy doesn’t happen by accident. It happens because people step up and support the work behind the scenes.

Right now, the AAOPAC has raised $444,357.03 this fiscal year, but we’re still $15,642.97 away from the AAOPAC Board’s goal of $460,000 by May 31.

Following a successful Annual Session, we’re entering an exciting year for advocacy and continuing to build momentum that protects and advances our profession.

Every contribution helps strengthen our collective voice.

Donate today: https://www2.aaoinfo.org/advocacy/aao-pac/

At the recent Ad Interim meeting, the MSO Board received updates from AAO staff on current initiatives and a special report from the AAO Foundation. AAOF Vice President Brett Schott and AAOF President-Elect — and proud MSO member — Dr. James Klarsch joined the meeting to share progress on the For the Future campaign.

The For the Future campaign supports orthodontic faculty through scholarships that help supplement their salaries — sustaining the educators who train the next generation of orthodontists.

The MSO Board is proud to back this initiative with a formal pledge. MSO President Dr. Willett presented the first of three annual contributions at the meeting, joined by Dr. Klarsch and Brett Schott.

MSO's multi-year pledge: contribution 1 of 3 presented at the Ad Interim meeting

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