Category: ODA Today

About six months ago I discussed some direct strategies when interacting with government agencies that regulate the practice of dentistry and your business. In this article I want to reiterate some of those points but also add one ask of offices, and that is to ensure that you have a policy for employees to follow when interacting with regulators. ... [continue reading]

Based on calls the Ohio Dental Association is receiving from ODA member dental offices, it appears that some patients are attempting to lower their financial obligations to their dentist by citing the No Surprises Act. In each instance, however, the patient’s contention that the dentist had to waive some of their outstanding balance because of ... [continue reading]

Our sons both graduated from St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland. The goal of Ignatian education is to create “men for others,” building people who serve God and others before themselves. This motto has always resonated with me as a clear image of how to express my faith. It seems so simple, but that’s what makes it such a powerful call to ... [continue reading]

The successful implantation of a chip electrode in a human brain recently to allow a computer-human interface prompted this column. We can thank Elon Musk who probably should be focusing more on recalls of his EVs and explosive rockets, but that’s another story. It perked my wife’s interest and I caught her looking at the fine print on our ... [continue reading]

Day at the Statehouse, the Ohio Dental Association’s most important grassroots advocacy event, will be May 8 in Columbus. Day at the ... [continue reading]

The ODA recently received the 2023 Dr. James F. Quilty, Jr. Award for ... [continue reading]

The use of lead abdominal aprons or thyroid collars on patients when conducting dental X-rays is no longer recommended, according to an expert panel established by the American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs. The Ohio Department of Health (which regulates the use of X-ray machines in Ohio) expects dentists to have a written ... [continue reading]

The 2024 ODA Leadership Institute will take place on March 22-23 at the Hilton Columbus Polaris Hotel. The event will feature keynote presentations, roundtable ... [continue reading]

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]

The 2024 Give Kids A Smile Ohio kickoff event took place at Butler Tech Bioscience Center in West Chester on Feb. 9. “This program unites community ... [continue reading]