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Through your membership renewal, the ODA, ADA, and your local dental society continue to support the dental profession with guidance, tools, education, and advocacy for our members. We continually look for new ways to improve membership value and look forward to serving you in 2021! We’ve got your back—Then. Now. Always.

The live events at the conference have passed, but the ODC remains available on-demand through May 15th.  Register today for the opportunity to earn 90+ hours of CE and entry into the Solutions Marketplace to shop all things dental. The ODC platform is available 24/7 to all registered attendees so you can access the content when it works best for you!

As an active member, you know first-hand the value your membership has provided you during the COVID-19 crisis. Member-Get-A-Member is the ideal opportunity to share your success by encouraging your nonmember colleagues to join. You will be rewarded with a $100 Visa gift card for each new, active member you recruit (up to five members or $500 in gift cards!). Please see Campaign Rules for full details. Just tell the dentists you recruit to include your name on their applications. Then visit the recruiter's form to tell us who you recruited by entering your name and ADA number, and the name of the potential member. We’re stronger together!

We’re living through a time of uncertainty, and it’s normal to feel stressed and anxious. We have many challenges that lie ahead, and if you feel the need to reach out to someone, we are here and you are not alone. The ODA's Wellness Program offers a robust network of compassionate Wellness Ambassadors, armed with resources to help support ​colleagues. The wellness program is open to all members, non-members, and dental students. If you need help or know of someone that needs help, please request support. Find ODA website wellness resources here.

   
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All members are welcome and encouraged to serve in ODA leadership roles. The following ODA positions will be elected by the virtual 2021 House of Delegates on September 25, 2021.

To see the number of positions open and declared candidates, click here. To apply, Submit a completed application and resume to leadership@oregondental.org by July 1st.

In addition, the ODA is responsible for appointing dental directors to serve on the Moda/ODS Board. View the job description here

Positions Open: 3
Term: 4 years, starting in 2022
Declared Candidates: Dr. David Howerton (incumbent), Dr. Dan Miller (incumbent), and Dr. Pat Nearing (incumbent)

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, CV/resume, and 3-5 references (no family and one non-dental) to leadership@oregondental.org by July 1st.

Welcome to our newest members! Please reach out to these new members and welcome them into the ODA community.

  • Dianne Applegate, DDS – Multnomah County Dental Society
  • Nicholas Brammer, DDS – Washington County Dental Society
  • Tylor Brekke, DMD – Washington County Dental Society
  • Susan Chou, DMD – Washington County Dental Society
  • Jonathan Gold, DMD – Multnomah Dental Society
  • Craig Johnson, DDS – Southwestern Oregon Dental Society
  • Ziyad Kadir, DMD - Eastern Oregon Dental Society
  • Kevin Larson, DMD - Washington County Dental Society
  • Ruiwei Liang, DMD – Washington County Dental Society
  • Jake Peterson, DDS – Central Oregon Dental Society
  • Amy Pruett, DMD - Multnomah Dental Society
  • Jay Randell, DMD – Southern Willamette Dental Society
  • Victor Tran, DMD – Marion and Polk Dental Society
  • Gita Yitta, DMD – Southern Oregon Dental Society
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Compliance Corner

How quickly does your practice respond to your patients’ request for records? If your office is lax in its responses, you’re putting it at risk for severe consequences. Read the full compliance article by SmartTraining, and ODA Endorsed Vendor, here.

OHA has compiled COVID-19 vaccine distribution information for each Oregon county. Find information for your county on their website here.

ODA has created a COVID-19 Resources page on our website. Click here to access resources from ODA, ADA, OHA, CDC, and more.

ODA has created a PPE Resources page on our website. Click here for updates on PPE, including a potential vendor list provided by Business Oregon, fit-testing resources, and clarity on guidelines.

All dentists who hold an active DEA license must register with the Oregon Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP). If you have not already registered, please access the registration portal here.

   
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ODA Member Perks

Your membership has perks! The ODA is excited to announce two new co-endorsements of Laurel Road and Office Depot through ADA Member Advantage. With Laurel Road, ODA members can receive a 0.25% rate reduction when refinancing student loans. With Office Depot, members can save up to 75% on office supplies. Learn more about these new offerings, and all ODA endorsed and co-endorsed services here.

Acquiring a practice is one of the most significant purchases in a dentist’s career, but it can also be one of the most challenging. There are several things you can do in both the pre- and post-transition period that can be critical to the success of the business. Check out Bank of America’s Road Map to Practice Acquisitions for six “stops” you should consider taking along the way. Bank of America is an ODA endorsed partner. 

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Catch up on the latest COVID-19 webinars and on-demand video learning opportunities on your own schedule. From managing your practice during this crisis to caring for your staff or your own mental health, new events are added regularly. See all digital events here. Many CE opportunities are free of charge to members.

ODA Member Connection, a members-only, private Facebook group, is designed to connect members throughout the state and provide you with a platform to share and collaborate. Join the conversation here!

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Dental Community News and Events

Spring has finally arrived, and the Dental Foundation of Oregon is excited to see everyone at Langdon Farms Gold Course on Friday, June 11th for the 16th Annual Chip! For Teeth Golf Tournament. Learn more and register here!

The 2021 ODA House of Delegates will take place virtually on September 25, 2021. Mark your calendars and plan to serve as a delegate for your component society. We look forward to "seeing" you there!

 
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