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 The recent move by Ohio's largest dental insurer to limit periodic cleanings for its own employees' dental plan should be a warning to all of us about the dangers and risks that science and evidence-based dentistry bring along with their obvious benefits. We’ve entered an era of “big data” where almost any hypothesis or ... [continue reading]

The ODA's Leadership Institute is an award-winning day and a half professional development program that is open to all ODA member dentists.  The program is designed to have something for everyone.  The event will kick off on Friday, March 28 at 11 a.m. with a keynote presentation by William Prescott, an Ohio-based lawyer who has represented ... [continue reading]

Closing a dental practice many times is much more complicated than turning off the lights and locking the door. As dentists contemplate the closure of an office, there are several key points to consider. Announcing the closure of a practice is a critical step in the process that could cause difficulty for the dentist if not handled appropriately. ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Dental Association is again receiving calls from dental offices concerning the Ohio law that governs the submission and payment of electronic claims. The calls have been prompted by language used in various third-party payers’ explanations of benefits. In 2010, the Ohio General Assembly adopted a state operating budget containing a ... [continue reading]

I was talking with a patient today about her thoughts for 2014.  I asked if she had made any resolutions for the New Year.  She said that she had no plans, but hoped that something would happen to surprise her.  I told her the chances of that coming true were excellent!  There is no doubt in my mind that something will occur ... [continue reading]

When I think back to my dental school interview, I remember being an enthusiastic bright-eyed, possibly idealistic 20-year-old. “Why do you want to become a dentist,” I was asked. In a very rehearsed fashion, I listed what I thought was a very politically correct, intelligent, broad answer, sure to resonate with anyone sitting across ... [continue reading]

The Ohio Dental Association was recently recognized by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency’s Environmental Excellence Program (E3). The Ohio EPA recognizes the ODA as a bronze level participant for establishing and facilitating the Ohio Good DEED (Dedicated to Environmental Excellence in Dentistry) program to recognize and encourage ... [continue reading]

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a proposed rule that would require manufacturers to provide evidence demonstrating the safety and effectiveness of antibacterial soaps. The proposed rule only covers those soaps used with water, and does not apply to toothpaste, hand sanitizers, hand wipes or antibacterial soaps that are ... [continue reading]

If you live outside of Ohio and would like to request a 2014 Annual Session Preliminary Program, please send your name and mailing address to ... [continue reading]

Hundreds of volunteer dentists throughout Ohio will once again provide free dental services to underserved children, during the nearly 80 Give Kids a Smile (GKAS) Ohio programs scheduled to date. Over 18,000 Ohio children are expected to participate with an expected 1,900 dental volunteers throughout 2014. Feb. 7 is the official date for the 12th ... [continue reading]