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Member News
Welcome to our newest members! Please reach out to these new members and welcome them into the ODA community.
Mark your calendars for next year's conference, April 3rd - 5th, 2025! In the meantime, be sure to enter your course completion codes online at www.prereg.net/2024/odc or the ODC mobile app to claim your 2024 ODC CE certificate. See you next year! The Student Ethics Video Contest, sponsored by the ADA Council on Ethics, Bylaws & Judicial Affairs and the Student Professionalism & Ethics Association in Dentistry, is accepting entries for 2024 now through September 6. Those interested in participating should reach out to Daniel Franklin at franklind@ada.org for an entry form and complete contest rules. Members have the opportunity to win a 7-day Hawaiian cruise, among other prizes, for recruiting new members from January 1 – August 31, 2024.* For each new member recruited, the recruiter is entered into a quarterly drawing for a chance to win a prize from the ADA Store or ADABEI-endorsed providers valued at up to $1,000. For every five new members recruited, the recruiter receives a chance to win a 7-day interisland Hawaiian cruise for two. Recruiting 25 members automatically guarantees a quarterly prize. Any degreed dentists, apart from retirees, who were not ADA members in 2023 are eligible to be recruited. Newly recruited members must list the recruiter’s name and contact information as a referral on the membership application at ADA.org/Join. *See complete sweepstakes details at ADA.org/R4R 
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.
In the latest episode of the “Dental Sound Bites™” podcast, we’re talking about dental insurance and how you can make the most out of your partnership with your provider. Dr. Sara Stuefen and Dr. Chris Bulnes review contracts, fees, negotiations, and what to do if the relationship isn’t working. Plus, hear how the ADA’s members-only resources can help you make sense of it all! With so many career options in dentistry, how do dental students and dentists find their fit? Introducing…the new career path quiz in the ADA Member App. The new career path quiz takes about five minutes to complete and provides members with their top career recommendations based on their interests and aspirations Learn more at ADA.org/App or search “ADA Member App” in the App Store or Google Play to download now. 
ODA Member Perks
Tap into a pool of top talent: Post your open positions on ODA’s Dental Career Center Connect and gain access to a vast pool of talented dental professionals actively seeking new opportunities. Our platform is the go-to destination for the brightest minds in dentistry. Looking for a change in your career? Discover a world of possibilities with our extensive job listings catering to every aspect of the dental field. Whether you’re a seasoned dentist, a passionate dental hygienist, or an aspiring dental assistant, find your perfect match with just a click. Visit the career center at https://careers.oregondental.org/ This star shines everywhere you go. Customizable user profiles with adjustable settings for music, temperature and seat position allow the Mercedes-Benz GLE450 SUV to be tailor-made for you — and everyone in your family. Right now, ADA Members can purchase the 2024 GLE450 SUV and receive a $3,000 incentive toward your down payment or reduced from the purchase price. Visit ADA.org/Mercedes to receive the form you will need to bring to your dealership. During Lenovo's 'You Pay What We Pay' event, shop unbeatable deals on YOGA convertible 2-in-1 and save big, with discounts of up to 68% on top-notch tech products.
Shop Now: www.lenovo.com/us/en/ada 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! Catch up on the latest ADA webinars and on-demand video learning opportunities on your own schedule. From managing your practice 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. 
Dental Community News and Events
Join us in The Big Easy for SmileCon®, Oct. 17–19, 2024, the ADA’s annual meeting, where you can reach your CE goals, discover industry breakthroughs at Dental Central, cut loose at the Bouncin’ in the Bayou Fest, and so much more! Find out more information, here. 
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