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

• Jay Ponto, DDS – Multnomah Dental Society
• Brandon Snow, DMD – Eastern Oregon Dental Society

We are a community where dentists come together to learn, share, and be inspired. As a member, you’re a part of something bigger. Please join your colleagues from all 16 Oregon components on September 28th at 6:30 p.m. for a virtual town hall with ADA leaders who will share what the ADA is doing for us. Guest panelists will include:

• ADA President, Dr. Klemmedson
• ADA Senior Vice President of Government and Public Affairs, Mr. Mike Graham
• ADA Executive Director, Dr. Kathleen O’Loughlin
• ODA President, Dr. Calie Roa

It all starts with you. Dentists are leaders in health care as well as in their professional communities, and our members are at the center of everything we do. We help you connect with each other, lead within the profession, and explore opportunities to grow, volunteer, and give back. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to share your concerns and ask questions of your tripartite leaders! Please join us by registering here. *The first 100 dentists to register will receive a $10 Starbucks eGift Card.

The 2021 ODA House of Delegates will take place virtually this Saturday, September 25, 2021. It’s not too late to serve as a delegate! Clackamas County, Klamath County, Lane County, Multnomah, and Umpqua County have full delegations, but all other components have openings! Learn more and register online here.

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.

The Oregon Dental Association (ODA) has partnered with Permanente Dental Associates (PDA) and the Oregon Wellness Program (OWP) to expand free access to well-being resources to all licensed Oregon dentists. This expansion was made possible by a generous 3-year grant from PDA.

The Oregon Wellness Program promotes Oregon Healthcare Professionals’ well-being through education, coordinated regional counseling services, telemedicine services, and research. Access to OWP program benefits are the latest addition to the ODA’s Wellness Initiative prioritizing the physical and mental health of Oregon dentists and dental students. Learn more here.

Businesses subject to the Corporate Activity Tax will be allowed to file fiscal-year returns (rather than calendar year) beginning with the 2021 tax year. The Governor signed SB 164 into law, and it takes effect September 25th. View the Department of Revenue’s FAQ sheet here with additional details.

ODA continues to update the COVID-19 Resources page on our website. Click here to access resources from ODA, ADA, OHA, CDC, and more.

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.

Fall is here, and it’s time to get outside and explore the beauty of Oregon! We're excited to partner with Columbia Sportswear to bring you this ODA members only experience and invite you and up to 4 guests to shop the Columbia Employee Store September 17th – October 10th, 2021.*  The Columbia Sportswear Employee Store offers 40-50% off retail prices and features all the latest product from the Columbia Sportswear Company family (SOREL, Mountain Hardwear, prAna, and of course Columbia Sportswear). Please see pass included in member email for additional details.  *This offer is for store access only and does not allow for online shopping. Member Pass, Valid Photo ID and ADA Card required for entry.

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!

The 2021 ODA House of Delegates will take place virtually this Saturday, September 25, 2021. It’s not too late to serve as a delegate! Clackamas County, Klamath County, Lane County, Multnomah, and Umpqua County have full delegations, but all other components have openings! Learn more and register online here.

Don’t wait any longer to register for SmileCon™, Oct. 11–13 in Las Vegas! We have electrifying experiences and out-of-the-ordinary surprises planned for you and your dental team. The time is now to get in on the SmileCon action—registration prices go up on Sept. 30 at 5 p.m. CT!