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     In May, several dental practices contacted the ODA with questions about the state sales tax and its applicability to clear tray alignment orthodontic services.  These offices had been selected for a sales tax audit by the Ohio Department of Taxation and were facing the prospect of owing several hundreds, if not ... [continue reading]

     Last month, a majority of the U.S. Supreme Court upheld most of the Affordable Care Act, in a case that involved a challenge to the new law from 26 states, including Ohio.  The main issue in the case involved a constitutional challenge to the individual mandate provision, which requires virtually every American to buy ... [continue reading]

     This month marks the 25th anniversary of my graduation from dental school.  A hearty congratulations to my classmates from the College of Dentistry at The Ohio State University!  I hope to see you all at our reunion this fall – Oct. 5-7 in Columbus. Shayne and Mark Fixari are putting it together, so ... [continue reading]

     William is my Keeneland ‘Wounded Warrior’. It’s my privilege to say good morning to him Wednesday through Sunday in April and October. What happens to William in the intervening months will remain a mystery. William is the Keeneland Clubhouse men’s bathroom valet. You’ll (men) recognize him if ... [continue reading]

A majority of the Supreme Court, in an opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, found that the Affordable Care Act’s individual mandate, which requires virtually every American to purchase health insurance with a set of benefits defined by the government, is a valid exercise of Congress’s taxing power under the U.S. ... [continue reading]

Each patient has every right to ask: “Well doctor, what would be the expected outcomes for this (these) procedure(s)?” Patients expect, and deserve, accurate and all-encompassing information about their individual clinical situation from their dentist. A patient might also ask, “What do you think is best?” Thus it is fundamental for the ... [continue reading]

Columbus has many exciting attractions for all ages and interests within walking distance of the Convention Center and several more that are just a short drive away. With all there is to do around Columbus, ODA's Annual Session will feel like a vacation. The Short North is just north of the Convention Center and is home to 14 art galleries; 50 ... [continue reading]

Dr. Matthew Parker Dr. Parker attended The Ohio State University College of Dentistry with a scholarship from the U.S. Navy and graduated in 2000. Upon graduation, he accepted a residency position from the University of Alabama and the Birmingham Veteran's Administration Hospital. After completing his residency program in 2003, Dr. Parker served ... [continue reading]

Thanks to all the continued support and push for a publication reaching out to the younger dentist population, generationD is back! The experience and knowledge of a veteran dentist with years of practicing dentistry can provide many important lessons. Quite often, however, the stories and ideas of colleagues at a similar point in practice can ... [continue reading]

by Jackie Best, Staff Writer      The Ohio Dental Association is made up of a number of councils and committees, each working year round on different issues affecting dentistry. Below you can find updates on what some of the councils and committees are doing to benefit member dentists across Ohio. Council on Access to Care and ... [continue reading]