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Apr 15 2025
The ODA Subcouncil on Diversity and Inclusion is hosting an ODA Book Club. The Subcouncil is choosing a diverse pool of authors and genres and meets virtually to discuss them. The book club offers dentists the opportunity to learn, grow and connect with colleagues. Priority will be given to books available in both print and audio formats.
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Apr 15 2025
The “ODA Today” is looking for ODA members who are willing to share why they value their membership in the Ohio Dental Association. If you are interested in submitting a quote to the “ODA Today,” please email jackie@oda.org by May 8 and answer the question: What do you find to be the most valuable or beneficial part of your membership ... [continue reading]
Apr 15 2025
Contact us first! The ODA is the primary resource for Ohio dentists. Most likely, we can answer your question or direct you to the appropriate source. Our staff members are experts in answering questions about insurance issues, regulatory compliance, legal issues and more. We’re available by phone or email to provide personal assistance as a ... [continue reading]
Apr 15 2025
“Decisions are made by those who show up.” – President Josiah Bartlett, “The West Wing.” I remember my first week of dental school. I was inundated, to say the least, with information about the school, course requirements, and meeting classmates and faculty. And then there were the student groups vying for my participation, including ... [continue reading]
Mar 5 2025
Membership in the Ohio Dental Association has many benefits designed not only to help you in your daily practice but also to further the development of the dental profession. As an ODA member, you have access to valuable tools, discounts, knowledge, services, support and resources to help you be successful in your practice and provide the best ... [continue reading]
Mar 5 2025
Membership dues statements and electronic renewal notices were recently sent out to ODA members. Members who indicated previously that they prefer to receive membership communications electronically will not receive a paper statement in the mail and will only receive e-notifications. Dues were due Jan. 1, 2025, for the 2025 membership year. ... [continue reading]
Mar 5 2025
Happy March! I am excited about seeing everyone at Leadership Institute March 21-22! If you haven’t registered yet go to https://www.oda.org/events-ce/leadership-institute. In this month’s column I would like to share some thoughts about Medicaid. Here are a few statistics to chew on as we go along: The population of Ohio is 11.8 ... [continue reading]
Feb 11 2025
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, a national health observance that brings together thousands of dedicated professionals, health care providers and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers and many others, according to the American Dental Association.
During the month of ... [continue reading]
Feb 11 2025
As I begin my role as your 7th District Trustee at the American Dental Association (ADA), I want to address a question I often see on social media: “What has the ADA done for me lately?”
The ADA is committed to advocating for dentists, their practices and the oral health of the public. From influencing legislation to providing valuable member ... [continue reading]
Jan 21 2025
Membership dues statements and electronic renewal notices were recently sent out to ODA members. Members who indicated previously that they prefer to receive membership communications electronically will not receive a paper statement in the mail and will only receive e-notifications.
Dues were due Jan. 1, 2025, for the 2025 membership ... [continue reading]
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