EVENTS & CE

Register for the 2026 ODA Annual Session

The ODA Annual Session is Sept. 17-19 in Columbus at the Greater Columbus Convention Center and the Hilton Columbus Downtown Hotel. The ODA Annual Session offers many opportunities to earn CE from top dental industry experts, re-connect with friends and peers, and experience great dental products and services first-hand.

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ODA Foundation Raffle

The ODA Foundation awards funds each year for grants and scholarships, and the annual raffle is one of the primary sources of funding. New this year is a convenient option to purchase your tickets online!

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The ODA is the primary resource for Ohio dentists. Most likely, we can answer your question or direct you to the appropriate source.

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Jun 11 2026
ODA MEMBERS ADDRESS WORKFORCE, INSURANCE AND FLUORIDATION ISSUES WITH LEGISLATORS
At the 2026 ODA Day at the Statehouse, about 80 dentists and residents and 45 dental students met with their state senators and representatives on May ... [continue reading]
Jun 11 2026
HYGIENISTS NOW ABLE TO USE LASERS AFTER COMPLETING COURSE, PASSING EXAMS
Hygienists in Ohio are now permitted to use lasers once they have successfully completed a course on the use of lasers and passed written and clinical competency exams. The 2024 ODA House of Delegates adopted a policy on laser usage by dental hygienists and directed the ODA Executive Committee to take appropriate actions to implement the ... [continue reading]
Jun 11 2026
SHAWNEE STATE WORKS TO IMPROVE WORKFORCE SHORTAGE, ACCESS TO CARE WITH HELP FROM ODA FOUNDATION GRANT
Shawnee State University received a grant from the ODA Foundation in 2025 to purchase Charlie Manikin Simulators to expand and enhance the ... [continue reading]