DON’T MISS THE 2025 ODA ANNUAL SESSION

DON’T MISS THE 2025 ODA ANNUAL SESSION

The 2025 ODA Annual Session is Sept. 25-27 in Columbus and will feature CE for the entire dental team, an expansive Exhibit Hall and fun social events. Courses are filling fast, so be sure to register today to reserve your spot.

The 2025 ODA Annual Session schedule is loaded with outstanding lectures, workshops, special events and opportunities to reconnect with peers and colleagues.

Continuing Education

Dentists and their teams can choose from 52 different CE courses, plus receive access to up to 14 hours of online CE, free with the cost of registration. Courses are offered to help dentists and team members meet requirements, including OSHA, DEA and OSDB requirements, plus courses for the Oral Health Access Supervision Program (OHASP) and healthcare-provider CPR.

Popular live courses include:

  • “Emergency Response Plan: Managing Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office” presented by Dr. Steve Shufflebarger. See Course Code T10.
  • “R.I.S.E. to Success: Systems & Strategies that Build High-Performing Teams” presented by Judy Kay Mausolf. See Course Code F34.
  • “Communication Solutions – Attitudes, Breakdowns & Conflict Resolutions!” presented by Judy Kay Mausolf. See Course Code F45.
  • “On the Topic of Fluoride: How to Talk to Your Patients About Today’s Controversies” presented by Dr. Matthew Messina and Denise Messina, RDH. See Course Code F50.
  • “Something in Our Mist: Will Vaping Challenge the Dental Professions as Smoking has in the Past?” presented by Thomas Viola RPh, CCP. See Course Code F48.
  • “Excellence Does Not Have to Be Complicated. How to Provide Lasting, Beautiful Restorations with Ease and Predictability: Lecture” presented by Dr. Matthew Miller. See Course Code F32.
  • “From Xarelto to Ozempic and Diabetes to Heart Failure: How to Medically Assess and Treat the Modern Dental Patient” presented by Dr. Steve Shufflebarger. See Course Code S60.
  • “Talking Dirty: An Engaging and Enlightening Chat Around OSHA and Infection Control” presented by Karen Daw, MBA, CECM, CDIPC. See Course Code T24.

Exhibit Hall

The 2025 ODA Annual Session will also feature an expansive Exhibit Hall with more than 150 vendors. Major dental suppliers on-site include Henry Schein, Benco, Patterson and Safco. Attendees will have the opportunity to touch, feel and experience everything from various dental materials, equipment and products and speak to knowledgeable sales reps.

In-person Exhibit Hall Hours:

  • Thursday, Sept. 25, noon to 6 p.m.
  • Friday, Sept. 26, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, Sept. 27, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

In addition to comparison shopping, the Exhibit Hall will feature chances to win prizes each day and special events:

  • Passport to Flavor on Thursday, Sept. 25 from 4:30-6 p.m. Hosted by the ODA Subcouncil on Diversity and Inclusion, experience food from different regions around the world.
  • Hops & Shops on Friday, Sept. 25 from 4:30-6 p.m. featuring free central Ohio craft beers and snacks.
  • Dark Roast and Donuts on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 9-11 a.m. Enjoy coffee and donuts on us.
  • Free Lunch on Saturday, Sept. 27 from noon-1:45 p.m.

Special Events

Come for the CE and Exhibit Hall, but stay for the fun! Annual Session features several special events for the entire dental team, where attendees can connect with friends and colleagues:

  • New Dentist Social on Thursday, Sept. 25 from 9-11 p.m. Free, but registration is required (dentists in practice 10 years or less). See Event Code E91.
  • Morning Yoga on Friday, Sept. 26 from 7-8 a.m. Free, but registration is required. See Event Code E92.
  • Faculty Bites & Banter on Friday, Sept. 26 from 4-5 p.m. Free, but registration is required (dental school and residency faculty/attendings). See Event Code E93.
  • Jive After Five! Friday, Sept. 26 from 5-6 p.m. Free, but registration is required (dental residents, dental students, and new dentists). See Event Code E94.
  • Callahan Celebration of Excellence Honoring ODA President, Dr. Hal Jeter on Friday, Sept. 26 from 6:30-9 p.m. Registration is required. See Event Code E95.
  • The Bash! Featuring HooDoo Soul Band on Friday, Sept. 26 from 9 p.m.-12 a.m. Free, but registration is required. See Event Code E96.

Register now

ODA Annual Session provides a great value, close to home. Dental hygienists register for $75, other dental staff members register for $45, and ODA/ADA members register for $125.

Registration is available 24/7 by clicking here. You can also register on-site at ODA Annual Session, but be aware some courses and categories may not be available on-site. If you have already registered, you can continue adding courses to your registration until the course begins or is sold out.

On-site registration hours:

  • Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 3 to 6 p.m.
  • Thursday, Sept. 25 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Friday, Sept. 26 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, Sept. 27 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Registration is located in concourse B of the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

Download the ODA Annual Session App

The ODA Annual Session App features your personalized schedule, chances to enter to win daily prize drawings, an interactive Exhibit Hall map and more.

Download the free ODA Annual Session App:

  • On your mobile device, open your App Store or Google Play.
  • Search “ODA,” “Ohio Dental” or “ODA Annual Session”
  • Tap “Get” or “Install.”

PICK UP YOUR BADGE AND LANYARD ON-SITE

New this year, your badge will not be mailed to you. Stop by the Registration Area in Concourse B of the Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC) to print off your badge by using the barcode in your confirmation email or simply by providing your name and ID. Any applicable ribbons will also be available on-site. Members of the ODA House of Delegates can pick up their badges in front of the Aminah Robinson Ballroom on floor #5 at the Hilton Downtown Columbus Hotel starting on Sept. 25.