Category: Membership Benefits

According to social media we are currently in the midst of the “-ber” months (September, October … you get the point). On a personal note, my wife Teresa refers to this time of year as the “BRRR!!!” months but, I digress … This current season has several connotations for me. For instance, the ODA and ADA annual sessions are now in ... [continue reading]

Editor’s Note: This article is part of a series of articles about workforce and staffing issues brought to you by the ODA Dental Education and Licensure Committee as a benefit for ODA members. To view past articles, visit www.oda.org. Introduction The title is a little bit misleading, but it does get our attention. Is there actually a best ... [continue reading]

The ODA Subcouncil on Diversity and Inclusion is launching an ODA Book Club. If you are interested in joining this book club, visit https://www.oda.org/subcouncil-on-diversity-and-inclusion-book-club-sign-up/. The Subcouncil on Diversity and Inclusion, a subcouncil of the Council on Membership Services, serves to recruit and retain ... [continue reading]

If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please text or dial 988 to be connected to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This service is free and confidential. Providing wellness resources to member dentists is a top priority for the Ohio Dental Association and the American Dental Association. “So many ... [continue reading]

Peer review offers a non-threatening opportunity for dentists and patients to resolve disputes when they cannot do so on their own, and it is a productive alternative to the court system or any other process. When cases are submitted to the local dental society for peer review, volunteer dentists use mediation and, if appropriate, arbitration ... [continue reading]

Editor’s Note: This article is part of a series of articles about workforce and staffing issues brought to you by the ODA Dental Education and Licensure Committee as a benefit for ODA members. To view past articles, visit www.oda.org. Introduction The word interviewing may bring chills down the spine of many dentists. Not because we are ... [continue reading]

At the American Dental Association Management Conference in Chicago last month, the Ohio Dental Association received two membership awards from the ADA. The ODA was recognized for “Most Improved Active Member Retention Rate” and for converting the “Highest Number of Diverse Dentists to Membership.” These awards reflect the ongoing efforts ... [continue reading]

This past year has been nothing short of remarkable for the Ohio Dental Association (ODA). Our association staff, lobbying team and dedicated members have worked tirelessly to achieve milestones that will benefit our profession for years to come. One of our most notable accomplishments was the passage of the non-covered services bill and the ... [continue reading]

The House of Delegates is the governing body of the ODA that speaks on behalf of the member dentists. Delegates meet formally each year at the ODA Annual Session to consider and vote on a series of resolutions that impact dentistry in Ohio and the operations of the ODA. The House of Delegates is comprised of nearly 140 representatives who are ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Dental Association is continuing to promote oral health and patient visits with ODA member dentists and encouraging people to consider a career in dentistry through an educational radio campaign. In July and August, the ODA has been running a radio ad encouraging parents to schedule a back-to-school dental appointment for their ... [continue reading]