Category: ODA Today

Ohio Gov. John Kasich recently appointed Dr. Chuck Smith to the Ohio State Dental Board (OSDB). Smith, who has been in the practice of general dentistry since 1970, is from Tipp City, Ohio, and was recommended by the Ohio Dental Association for appointment to the OSDB. He is a past president of the Western Ohio Dental Society and has served as ... [continue reading]

Ohio Dental Association membership dues must be paid by March 31 for the 2014 membership year in order to continue receiving exclusive member benefits. Any member who did not pay their dues by Jan. 31, 2014, is considered past due. Dentists who have not already renewed their membership should do so as soon as possible so that membership benefits, ... [continue reading]

Tickets for the 2014 ODA Foundation raffle are now available. Top prize is the winner’s choice of a Ducati Diavel Strada or a Ducati Diavel Stripe motorcycle from the Northern Ohio Ducati Triumph Dealership - or the $20,000 cash option. The second prize is a piece of fine jewelry or a watch valued at $3,000. The third prize is $1,000 cash and ... [continue reading]

The American Dental Association Foundation recently awarded 2013-14 scholarships to dental students, including several Ohio students. Ohio ADAF scholarship recipients are: James Cox, Case Western Reserve University – Predoctoral Dental Student Scholarship Lydia Lancaster, The Ohio State University – Predoctoral Dental Student ... [continue reading]

Are you an Ohio dentist or fourth year dental student looking for assistance with dental school student loan debt? If you are practicing in Ohio (or plan to), you may be eligible to participate in the Ohio Dentist Loan Repayment Program (ODLRP), but your application must be postmarked by March 14, 2014. To qualify, dentists must be willing to ... [continue reading]

ODA Staff Dr. Erwin Su, a pediatric dentist from North Canton, participates in a discussion at the 2013 Leadership Institute. The ODA Leadership Institute offers a small environment where attendees can interact with colleagues, ODA staff and keynote speakers. This year’s event is March 28-29 in Columbus. The Ohio Dental ... [continue reading]

ODA Staff Dr. Kip Beals, a general dentist from Marion, meets with state Rep. Dorothy Pelanda at last year’s Day at the Statehouse. This year’s event will be April 9 in Columbus. Day at the Statehouse, the Ohio Dental Association's most important legislative advocacy event, is set for Wednesday, April 9, in downtown ... [continue reading]

Editor’s Note: William Prescott, E.M.B.A., J.D., will be a keynote speaker and will present two breakout sessions at the ODA Leadership Institute, March 28-29 in Columbus. His keynote presentation “Living Your Dreams as a Dentist,” will be March 28 and will focus on achieving balance professionally and personally. His breakout sessions will ... [continue reading]

Did you know that there are still a number of actions you can take - yes, in 2014 - that can positively impact your 2013 tax liability? Read on for details and talk to your CPA about which methods may help to reduce your personal and practice tax obligations for 2013, and beyond. Retroactive options for 2013 filings 1. Retirement plans You can ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Dental Association’s 148th Annual Session, "ODA Live," is slated for Sept. 11-14, and it promises to be a lively meeting. The convention is the opportunity for dentists and their teams throughout the region to gather together to learn, share experiences and have a good time. Attending the meeting every year is an easy way to fulfill ... [continue reading]