Category: ODA Today

As my term is wrapping up, I would like to take this opportunity to recognize all that the ODA team members do for us on a daily basis and bestow well deserved accolades and express my appreciation to them, for you all know within your own practices that it is the team that makes the dream work. It goes without saying that we are all indebted ... [continue reading]

The ODA has been very active in advocating for a substantial increase in the state’s funding of Ohio’s dental Medicaid program. We have engaged state leaders for the last two years as we prepared for passage of the state’s budget for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. These efforts are paying off. The state budget that passed the Ohio General ... [continue reading]

In communication with patients, other practices or other practitioners there are certain circumstances where records can be requested, and it is important to understand your responsibilities when those scenarios arise. Ohio Revised Code section 3701.74, which includes dentists and dental hygienists by definition, is clear on one thing in this ... [continue reading]

On occasion, the Ohio Dental Association receives calls from member dentists who have seen their claims for dental services provided to a family member denied solely because the patient or subscriber is related to the dentist. The calls oftentimes involve patients or subscribers who have benefits as an employee of, or union member who works for, a ... [continue reading]

Enter any major retailer at the moment, and you’re sure to see beach towels, sparklers  and picnic supplies heavily discounted as the retail world shoos away summer and makes room for the colorful onslaught of Back-to-School merchandise. At the time of this writing, summer is in its golden hour, and all too soon its twilight will be upon us, ... [continue reading]

Next May, I, along with the best damn dental class to ever step on a rheostat in Postle Hall, will have completed 10 years of service to patients and the profession. We will be handsomely rewarded with the distinguished title of Artists Formerly Known as “New” Dentists, just like the legendary Prince. If only… in a perfect world. No, ... [continue reading]

ODA members met with Ohio Speaker of the House Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) at this year’s Day at the Statehouse, where attendees spoke to their legislators about supporting the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Licensure Compact. The legislation has passed the Senate and is now up for ... [continue reading]

The 2023 ODA Annual Session will feature two presentations facilitated by The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center, where attendees will have the opportunity to ... [continue reading]

Dr. Michael Thomas has been heavily involved in the Stark County Dental Society and organized dentistry throughout his career. In recognition of his efforts, he will receive the Ohio ... [continue reading]

Dr. Jeffrey Yoest has shown a commitment to serving others throughout his career as a dentist. In recognition of his efforts, he will receive the Ohio Dental Association ... [continue reading]