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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]

The ODA provides members with exclusive access to a variety of products and services through the ODA Services Corp. As an additional benefit, many of our endorsed products entitle ODA members to premium discounts. “The ODA Services Corp. promotes products that help our members do their job, or fill needs to be a better dentist, or enhance their ... [continue reading]

Membership dues statements and electronic renewal notices were recently sent out to ODA members. Members who indicated previously that they prefer to receive membership communications electronically will not receive a paper statement in the mail and will only receive e-notifications. Dues were due Jan. 1, 2024, for the 2024 membership year and ... [continue reading]

Applications for the ODA Foundation’s 2024 scholarships and grants are now open. Available scholarship opportunities for 2024 include: Dental Student Scholarship for dental students who are Ohio residents, members of ASDA and who will be D2s, D3s and D4s in fall 2024. Mercer Leadership Scholarship for OSU dental students entering ... [continue reading]

The American Dental Association is warning about fraudulent attempts to solicit information from individuals and entities who may be subject to reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act. The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has been notified of scammers sending messages that ask the recipient to click on a URL or scan a QR ... [continue reading]

The Commission on Ohio Dental Assistant Certification (Ohio Commission) has resumed offering testing for dental assistants. The Ohio Commission had stopped offering the exam during the COVID-19 pandemic. Under Ohio law, the Ohio Commission is one of three testing agencies through which dental assistants may become certified by passing an ... [continue reading]

Save the date for the 2024 ODA Annual Session, which will be Sept. 12-14 in Columbus. The 2024 ODA Annual Session will offer many opportunities for attendees to connect, learn and excel, including CE courses, new technology, exhibitor networking and special events. Confirmed speakers include: Dr. Paul Goodman Dr. Mark Hyman Kelly ... [continue reading]