Access Dental Data Breach Exposes SSNs; Lawsuit Possible - ClassAction.org
Access Dental Management has reported a data breach affecting patients across Texas, Illinois, Indiana and New Mexico, potentially exposing Social Security numbers and health records.
The breach was reported to the Vermont Attorney General's Office on November 12, 2026, though no additional details about the nature or timeline of the incident have been released. The company operates dental clinics in four states, and affected individuals have been notified of the potential exposure of their sensitive information.
Legal Action
Attorneys working with ClassAction.org are investigating whether a class action lawsuit can be filed on behalf of affected patients. Those who received breach notices or believe their information was compromised are encouraged to come forward.
Affected Data
Social Security numbers and health records were the primary types of information exposed in the breach. Affected individuals may be eligible to seek compensation for loss of privacy, lost time, and out-of-pocket expenses resulting from the incident.
Next Steps
Those impacted can fill out a form on ClassAction.org's website to connect with legal representatives. There is no cost to inquire about the investigation, and individuals are under no obligation to pursue legal action after speaking with an attorney.
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