Category: ODA Today

Submitted by Angela L. Frase, ODEFA President On Feb. 7, 2013, the course of the Ohio Dental Expanded Functions Association changed forever.  With the passing of Bunny Green, Ohio EFDAs lost an important “Captain” and leader. On this sad day in EFDA history, those who knew her vowed to keep her legend alive.  If ever an ... [continue reading]

Just when I think that I’m becoming more savvy and aware of the potential risks of living in the Internet age, another surprise comes along and forces me to raise my alert level again.  I’m pretty good at realizing that I haven’t won the South African Lotto and that no Nigerian Prince is emailing me wanting to send money out ... [continue reading]

“I believe in looking reality straight in the eye and denying it.” Garrison Keillor (1942 - ) It’s hard to believe it’s only been eight years since Lori died. You remember Lori, don’t you? She put her car into a light pole. She and her boyfriend, Harry, were my initiation into the world of crystal meth and other ... [continue reading]

David J. Owsiany, JD - Executive Director In December 2012, the Ohio Supreme Court issued a ruling upholding the four-year medical and dental malpractice statute of repose. The court’s ruling marks a successful culmination of nearly 20 years of efforts by the ODA to establish a time limit on exposure to malpractice liability for dentists. In ... [continue reading]

It’s back! The ODA Foundation’s popular raffle fundraiser has returned for 2013 and tickets are now available. This year’s raffle features a top prize of a two-year lease on the winner’s choice of an Audi A-4 FrontTrak Sedan or Volkswagon EOS Komfort 2-door sedan – or the $20,000 cash equivalent. Second prize is a 1.23 carat woman’s ... [continue reading]

Gov. John Kasich announced the framework of his budget proposal for fiscal years 2014 and 2015 in February. The proposal includes several items of importance for Ohio’s dentists and dental patients. An important aspect of the proposed budget for dentistry is continued coverage for optional Medicaid services, including adult dental Medicaid ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Department of Taxation’s Consumer Use Tax Amnesty program ends May 1, 2013. The program provides taxpayers the opportunity to satisfy their past consumer’s use tax liability. In early 2011, the department announced a stepped up emphasis on collection of Ohio’s use tax. This increased effort is twofold: first, the ... [continue reading]

One major change attendees of the Ohio Dental Association’s 147th Annual Session, Sept. 19-22, will see is the addition of a new full-service hotel connected to the Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC). The Hilton Columbus Downtown hotel offers a unique contemporary presence in the very eclectic urban hub of Columbus, reflecting the ... [continue reading]

Annual Session attendees will have the opportunity to share dental practice information and earn continuing education (CE) credit, as well as cash prizes, by presenting a Table Clinic at the 2013 ODA Annual Session. Table Clinics, which are informal, interactive presentations that last up to 15 minutes, are presented by dentists, dental students, ... [continue reading]

After a strong year in 2012, The Ohio State University chapter of the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) is continuing to grow and aiming to become an even stronger organization this year. The chapter finished 2012 with 267 student members, or 64 percent of dental students at OSU. With a 15 percent increase in members from 2011, the ASDA ... [continue reading]