Minnesota Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, P.A. Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
On October 3, 2025, Minnesota Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, P.A. (MNOrtho) began notifying patients that their personal data had been copied from the practice’s network. If you received a breach letter, you may qualify for free credit-monitoring and potential compensation. Request a no-cost case review today.
Key Facts at a Glance
- Patients affected: 7 (reported in Montana)
- Breach window: January 30 – February 26, 2025
- Data compromised: name, Social Security number, date of birth, financial information, health insurance information, treatment information
- Free services offered: 12-month credit monitoring & identity-theft protection through IDX
- Notice mailed: October 3, 2025
What Happened
MNOrtho detected suspicious activity on February 26, 2025, and immediately secured its systems. A forensic investigation confirmed that an unauthorized actor accessed certain servers starting January 30, 2025, and copied files containing patient information.
Information Involved
A detailed file review completed on August 23, 2025, found that the following data elements were present for some patients:
- Name
- Social Security number
- Date of birth
- Financial information
- Health insurance information
- Treatment information
MNOrtho’s Response
The practice reports it:
- Secured affected systems and engaged cybersecurity specialists
- Notified federal law enforcement and regulators
- Began enhancing privacy and security safeguards
- Offered 12 months of credit-monitoring and identity-theft protection at no cost
Your Next Steps
Even if no fraud has been reported, regulators recommend that breach victims take the following precautions:
- Enroll in the free IDX protection service by the deadline in your letter
- Review bank, credit-card and health-insurance statements for unfamiliar activity
- Request free credit reports and place a fraud alert if needed
- Report suspicious transactions to your financial institution right away
Timeline of Key Events
- Jan 30 2025 – Unauthorized access to MNOrtho systems begins
- Feb 26 2025 – Intrusion discovered; systems secured
- Aug 23 2025 – File review confirms data types affected
- Oct 3 2025 – Consumer notification letters mailed
- Oct 28 2025 – Incident details last updated
Who May Qualify for a Data Breach Claim
You may be eligible to participate in litigation or settlement negotiations if you:
- Received a written notice dated October 3, 2025, from Minnesota Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, P.A.
- Incurred out-of-pocket expenses, time loss, or fraud related to the incident
- Experienced anxiety or emotional distress stemming from the exposure of sensitive health or financial data
Submit your notice for a free, no-obligation case evaluation.
Company Overview
Minnesota Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, P.A. (often branded as “MNOrtho”) is a privately held orthodontic practice headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota.
- Website: minnesotaorthodontics.com
- Headquarters: 3475 Plymouth Blvd, Suite 300, Plymouth, MN, USA
- Industry: Orthodontics
- Year founded: 2002
- Official social media:
Frequently Asked Questions
What personal data did the Minnesota Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, P.A. breach expose?
The practice’s investigation found that names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, financial and health-insurance information, plus treatment details were involved.
How many people were affected by the Minnesota Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, P.A. data breach?
State reporting indicates that 7 Montana residents were notified. Additional states have not yet disclosed impact figures.
Is Minnesota Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, P.A. offering free credit monitoring?
Yes. Impacted patients receive 12 months of IDX credit-monitoring and identity-theft protection at no cost.
Can I sue Minnesota Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, P.A. for the data breach?
If you suffered financial loss or emotional distress because of the incident, you may be entitled to compensation. Request a free claim evaluation to learn your options.
What is the deadline to enroll in the free IDX services?
The enrollment deadline appears in your mailed notice. Enroll as soon as possible to maximize coverage.
Has Minnesota Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, P.A. fixed the security issue?
The company reports it secured affected systems, notified law enforcement and regulators, and is updating privacy and security safeguards.