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Sanford “Sandy” Franklin, age 86, passed away on April 13, 2023, beloved husband of Toby Franklin, loving father of Alan (Susan) Franklin and Caryn Franklin, cherished grandfather of Isabel, Max, Milo, Ari, Sam and Cal, dear brother of Dan Franklin. Past president of the Cincinnati Dental Society, the Ohio Dental Association, and Crest Hills ... [continue reading]

May brings more than flowers. May brings excitement and anticipation of all the fun this summer shall bring. The weather is getting warmer, days are getting longer, the sun is brighter, and the expectations of the fun that our carefully planned vacations will bring are closer in sight. Celebrations are to be had in May as well, graduations, ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Dental Association has long had policies in support of freedom of movement for dentists between states and licensure reciprocity and portability. We have taken several steps over the years in support of these principles, including advocating for passage of legislation requiring the Ohio State Dental Board to accept the results of all ... [continue reading]

A well-defined office manual can be of great benefit to a dental practice. Employment issues are some of the most difficult matters to confront as a small-business owner. Oftentimes, the best way for employer dentists to avoid the common problems that arise with employees is to establish an office employee manual. Establishing an employee ... [continue reading]

Dealing with the subject of fees can be a sensitive issue but at the same time a necessary part of the patient-dentist relationship. The subject can become exponentially more difficult when an insurance company or other third-party payer becomes involved in the discussion. One of the most antagonizing things a dentist can encounter involves an ... [continue reading]

As we all know, for much of 2023, France has experienced a measure of civic unrest as legislation to increase its minimum retirement age battles through national government. News footage of the public demonstrations are a startling tableau – an iconic Parisian monument enrobed in a haze of smoke, peppered with crowds of angry workers; it is a ... [continue reading]

The Boss. Not my wife. I’m talking about THE Boss – Springsteen. “Born in the USA” is perhaps the most misunderstood song of the millennia; blasted on repeat at parades and pools every Fourth of July as if Uncle Sam himself created it. Its lyrics are literally screaming with seething regret, despair and hopelessness. However, coupled with ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Dental Association commended the Ohio House of Representatives for passage of the state operating budget for fiscal years 2024-25 (House Bill 33). ODA Executive Director David Owsiany said, “we appreciate the work of the Ohio House of Representatives in passing a state budget that for the first time in more than 20 years includes an ... [continue reading]

Day at the Statehouse, the Ohio Dental Association’s most important grassroots advocacy event, will be held Wednesday, May 3, in Columbus. Day at the Statehouse gives dentists, dental residents and dental students an opportunity to speak with their legislators about issues important to dentistry and advocate for issues that impact their ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Dental Association recently released a new series of radio advertisements aimed at attracting new dental assistants and hygienists into the workforce. The three new radio spots highlight the benefits of becoming a dental assistant or hygienist and point listeners to visit oda.org, speak to their school guidance counselor or a dentist ... [continue reading]