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The Ohio Dentist Loan Repayment Program provides loan repayment for dentists who practice in designated shortage areas, treat Medicaid patients and provide care to patients regardless of their ability to pay. The 2020 application period for the ODLRP is now open and the deadline to apply is Feb. 15. The goal of the ODLRP is to attract dentists to ... [continue reading]

For me, January is a time to step back, take stock and attempt to improve. I tend to be more successful at this in areas of office and home as opposed to losing weight and getting in shape. However, I intend to give it my best shot. This made me think about dentistry as a whole. Are we stepping back and taking stock? Are we giving it our best? ... [continue reading]

One of the benefits of being an ODA member is that you can call the ODA staff and get answers to regulatory compliance questions. The ODA staff is experienced in assisting dentists in remaining compliant with Ohio’s laws and regulations and in limiting exposure to liability. We regularly get calls from dentists with dental practice-related ... [continue reading]

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) classifies dental offices as places of public accommodation. Accordingly, offices must make "reasonable modifications" to their practices, policies and procedures in order to accommodate disabled patients. This act covers all types of disabilities, but in this article I want to discuss one of the most ... [continue reading]

Representatives of the Ohio Dental Association and the Dental Care Plus Group (DCPG) met in mid-December to discuss recent changes that DCPG had made to its crown and core buildup claim review criteria. The changes, which went into effect on Oct. 1, 2019, caused much concern and controversy among many dentists in the Cincinnati area. DCPG is a ... [continue reading]

For those of you not passionate about “Star Wars,” this month’s title won’t make any sense. For the initiated, you are no doubt envisioning a dentist wearing a helmet and visor rather than mask and loupes. And wondering what I could possibly be talking about! I find it fun to study the corporate moves that other businesses ... [continue reading]

Have we had enough politics yet? It’s barely 2020 and we’ve had at least six months of political rhetoric and there’s a whole lot more to come before November 2020! If you’re like me, you’re already turned off and want less to do with media and politics than our fellow Ohioans want a root canal from one of us! If ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Dental Association is seeking nominations for its 2020 Awards of Excellence program. The ODA’s Awards of Excellence program recognizes those who offer distinguished service to dentistry and improve oral health care by offering treatment, outreach or education. Members and local dental societies are encouraged to nominate those they ... [continue reading]

Ohio Dental Association membership dues must be paid by April 30 for the 2020 membership year in order to continue receiving exclusive member benefits. Any member who did not pay their dues by Jan. 1, 2020, 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]

Save the date for the 2020 ODA Annual Session, which will be Sept. 24-27, 2020 in Columbus. 2020 featured speakers include: Dr. Joshua Austin Kurt Behrendt Dr. Jyme Charette Dr. Dan Coleman Dr. Gary DeWood Dr. Nate Farley Tijan Hunter Dr. Paul Levi Dr. William C. Scarfe Dr. John Svirsky Dr. Uche Odiatu New in 2020, the ODA Annual Session will ... [continue reading]