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Welcome Dentistry Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Welcome Dentistry data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Welcome Dentistry
Welcome Dentistry is a dental practice based in California, operating multiple Los Angeles and Anaheim. The practice provides a variety of dental services, including general dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgery, and orthodontics.
Welcome Dentistry has been in business for more than 27 years and utilizes both traditional and digital dental technologies, including intraoral scanners and digital workflow support.
What happened?
On Aug. 13, 2025, Welcome Dentistry disclosed a data breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. According to the report, the breach affected at least 1,001 individuals. The breach was reported as a hacking incident.
The HHS disclosure indicates that both personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) were compromised in the data breach.
Possible Information Exposed
- Name
- Contact information
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Driver's license or state ID number
- Dental or health insurance information
- Dental records
- Payment information
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice about the Welcome Dentistry data breach or believe your information may have been involved, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Communication and credit monitoring services: Review and save any notification letters you receive. Enroll in free credit monitoring and identity protection services, if offered.
- Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
- Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
- Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was exposed in the Welcome Dentistry data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are investigating claims and can help guide you through the process.
To find out if you qualify and to join the lawsuit, complete the form below.
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