Elmira, N.Y.-based Southern Tier Orthodontics has abruptly closed, according to a Jan. 2 report from WETM 18.
The practice informed patients that it was declaring bankruptcy through text messaging and was closing due to personal and financial reasons.
Jason Horn, DDS, the orthodontist and owner of the practice, told patients he would not be able to offer care but would provide records to new orthodontists.
Dr. Horn also said that he would not be able to reimburse patients, even those that paid in full or in advance, the report said.