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Jan 12 2017
Member dentists occasionally contact the Ohio Dental Association concerning third-party reimbursement arrangements that they are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with. Common recent examples have involved unsolicited efforts by third-party payers to provide reimbursement using electronic funds transfer (EFT) or virtual credit cards. ODA advocacy and ... [continue reading]
Jan 12 2017
In high school, many of us were forced to read “The Little Prince” by Antoine de Saint-Exupery. The author draws a distinction between “Matters of Consequence” and “Essential Matters.” Early on, Saint-Exupery lists a number of Matters of Consequence: bridge, golf, politics, neckties. ... [continue reading]
Jan 12 2017
Forget the fitness plan. Eating better? Come on, that’s never worked. Organize your closets? Entropy is a law, for Pete’s sake ... the closet will be messy again in three days. Ask me how I know.
This year, try something new. Something with a lasting impact. Something good for others. Something that utilizes your many years of highly ... [continue reading]
Jan 11 2017
Day at the Statehouse, the Ohio Dental Association's most important grassroots advocacy event, will be April 26 in Columbus.
Day at the Statehouse gives dentists, dental residents and dental students an opportunity to speak with their legislators about issues important to dentistry and advocate for issues that impact their patients, their dental ... [continue reading]
Jan 11 2017
This year's ODA Annual Session will be Sept. 14-17 in Columbus. Annual Session will feature nationally known speakers, the largest exhibit hall in the region, fun social events and more!
Featured speakers include: Dr. Howard Glazer
Dr. Jon Suzuki
Dr. Robert Edwab
Karen Davis, RDH
Dr. Paul Feurstein
Dr. Lee Ann Brady
Dawson Academy
Dr. Greg ... [continue reading]
Jan 11 2017
The Ohio Dental Association offers members the opportunity to pre-pay next year's tripartite membership dues in monthly installments for no additional cost.
Members may begin paying their 2018 dues over a 10-month period (February-November) once they have paid their 2017 membership dues.
Monthly payments differ depending on the cost of each ... [continue reading]
Jan 11 2017
The Ohio Dental Association is looking for information about donated care that is provided across the state. This information assists the ODA’s lobbying team in advocating for legislation related to dentistry and shows legislators the caring generosity of Ohio dentists. To report donated care, visit ... [continue reading]
Jan 11 2017
The 2017 Ohio Dental Association member logo is now available for members to download.
The ODA member logo can be used by dentists on their websites, electronic communications and e-newsletters to highlight their membership in the ODA.
To download the member logo, visit www.oda.org/member-center/news-media/oda-logo/. After logging in and agreeing ... [continue reading]
Jan 11 2017
ODA members can download and print employment posters from the ODA's website for free. All employers are required to post numerous employment posters in their offices. To download the posters, visit ... [continue reading]
Jan 11 2017
Check out the ODA's Volunteer Connection page, where dentists can find a list of volunteer opportunities for dentists and specialists listed by county. For more details, visit ... [continue reading]
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