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Jan 9 2013
2012 was another banner year for the Ohio Dental Association in the legislative arena. The success of this past year can be attributed to an integrated three-prong approach to legislative advocacy that combines focused executive leadership, grassroots advocacy and a strong political action committee.
The ODA’s executive committee directs the ... [continue reading]
Dec 10 2012
On Nov. 14, 2012, the Ohio House Insurance Committee heard testimony from interested parties on House Bill 497, the Ohio Dental Association-supported bill that would prohibit dental insurers from establishing fee schedules on dental services that the insurers do not cover for enrollees. State Rep. Bob Hackett (R-London) introduced HB ... [continue reading]
Nov 7 2012
It appears likely the City of Akron will not require dentists within its sewer district to install amalgam separators. Instead, the city intends to strongly recommend that dentists who place or remove or in other ways handle amalgam, including teeth that contain amalgam restorations, install amalgam separators. The recommendation will be ... [continue reading]
Sep 5 2012
It’s not too late to take part in the largest dental exhibition in Ohio, Sept. 13 through 16 at the ODA’s 146th Annual Session in Columbus. Dentists and staff members can still register onsite at the Greater Columbus Convention Center or online at www.oda.org. So, don’t be caught looking back on the missed opportunity of being part of one ... [continue reading]
Aug 6 2012
Jackie Best, Staff Writer From toothpaste and loupes to special events and continuing education credits, the 2012 Ohio Dental Association Annual Session exhibit hall is a can’t-miss event. “The ODA Annual Session is fabulous. It has all of the manufacturers you would find at a major convention, but in a much more intimate setting, ... [continue reading]
Aug 6 2012
Dr. Nan Tertel, a general dentist in Toledo, is the ODA Annual Session 2012 General Chairman. Throughout the summer she has shared details on some of her favorite CE programs being offered during the ODA’s 146th Annual Session, September 13 - 16, 2012 in Columbus. In her final installment she talks about what else is available during Annual ... [continue reading]
Jul 10 2012
The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Radiation Protection (ODH/BRP), X-ray Registration and Inspection Program introduced an online reference and management system in August 2010. All business with ODH/BRP is now conducted online. Hard copy forms for amendment or application are obsolete and registration customers are directed to obtain an ODH ... [continue reading]
Jun 7 2012
Dr. Nan Tertel, a general dentist in Toledo, is the ODA Annual Session 2012 General Chairman. Throughout the summer she will be sharing details on some of her favorite CE programs being offered during the ODA’s 146th Annual Session, September 13 - 16, 2012 in Columbus. Here is her second installment. Columbus.... Continuing Education.... ... [continue reading]
May 14 2012
Two years after its creation, the Ohio Good DEED (Dedicated to Environmental Excellence in Dentistry) Program is continuing to expand and now has over 100 participating dentists. The Good DEED Program recognizes dental offices for implementing simple and innovative solutions to minimize their environmental impact in Ohio. It is a voluntary, ... [continue reading]
Feb 7 2012
CareSource is pleased to announce the launch of their new CareSource iConnect Program. The purpose of iConnect is to establish a community comprised of members to serve as the voice of the consumer. iConnect members will be asked to offer feedback on various CareSource related topics, questions and polls through electronic channels such as ... [continue reading]
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