Atique Orthodontics, P.A.

Atique Orthodontics, P.A. is a dental orthodontic practice that provides orthodontic treatment services such as braces, clear aligners, and related corrective care to patients seeking to improve dental alignment and oral health. The organisation operates as a Professional Association, a legal structure commonly used by licensed professionals in the United States, and its headquarters is located in the United States of America. Its core scope involves delivering personalized orthodontic consultations, treatment planning, and ongoing care management for individuals of various ages. The practice focuses exclusively on orthodontics, distinguishing it from general dental offices that offer a broader range of services. As a P.A., the entity is owned and governed by the orthodontic professionals who constitute the association.

The practice came to public attention in February 2016 when it reported an unauthorized access incident that persisted for approximately one month, potentially exposing a server containing patient personally identifiable and financial information, including Social Security numbers and insurance details. The breach affected roughly 1,500 patients, prompting the organisation to terminate remote access, implement additional technical safeguards, and notify affected individuals via mail. In compliance with regulatory requirements, the incident was reported to federal health authorities, and the practice offered complimentary identity theft protection services, encompassing credit monitoring, identity recovery support, and an insurance policy. Although no evidence of data misuse was found, the response highlighted the practice’s adherence to breach notification protocols and its commitment to patient protection following a security event. The incident underscores the importance of cybersecurity vigilance within healthcare providers, particularly those handling sensitive health and financial data. While no further details about the practice’s size, patient volume, or geographic reach are explicitly provided, the disclosed impact on approximately 1,500 individuals offers a concrete indication of its patient base. No information regarding parent or subsidiary relationships, ownership changes, or additional locations is available in the supplied material.