Category: ODA Today

All states including Ohio have some type of unclaimed property law that declares money, property or other assets to be abandoned after a period of inactivity. Abandoned or unclaimed property, although not considered a tax, has become a significant source of revenue for many states. Additionally in this information age, states have become much more ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Dental Association has recently received a number of calls from ODA member dentists who received a fax from a nationwide information management company requesting information specific to their practice (e.g., provider name, appointment phone number, practice address, practice fax, NPI, TIN, email and business/practice name). The form also ... [continue reading]

Our youngest son, Brian, is a senior in high school. I have watched him, and his friends, considering colleges this year. The application process can be a humbling experience. The online apps have so many blocks to be filled with activities and achievements. The cursor blinks at them, challenging – “Is that all you’ve done? ... [continue reading]

Have you noticed how many of your patients are currently taking anti-depressant medications?  Better yet, how many of you take the same type of medications? With no pun intended, our society has a tendency to only project depressing news, thoughts, forecasts and economics. Is it any wonder our populace is popping mood ... [continue reading]

With the support of the Kellogg Foundation, Universal Health Care Action Network (UHCAN) Ohio and the Ohio Dental Hygiene Association, State Sen. Peggy Lehner will be introducing a bill that would allow midlevel dental providers in Ohio.  Advocates state these dental therapists would help solve the access to care problem in areas of the state ... [continue reading]

The Governor's Cabinet Opiate Action Team recently released new Guidelines for the Management of Acute Pain Outside of Emergency Departments for the management of acute pain expected to resolve within 12 weeks. These new guidelines are intended to supplement—not replace—clinical judgment. To view the new prescribing guidelines, visit ... [continue reading]

The 2016 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]

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 generosity of Ohio dentists. To report donated care, visit ... [continue reading]

The first known photo of the original Dental Board of Examiners. This photo was taken in 1869. The Ohio State Dental Society worked to get the Ohio legislature to pass one of the first dental laws in America, which created the Dental Board of Examiners. The Ohio Dental Association is proud to be celebrating its 150th anniversary in ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Dental Association Leadership Institute, "March Forth - break through to excellence" will be March 4 and 5 at the Hilton Columbus at Easton Hotel. The event will feature keynote presentations, roundtable discussions, breakout sessions and opportunities for camaraderie. This year’s event will feature keynote presentations on practical ... [continue reading]