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Written by Becky Herman, Executive Director While I have known Dr. Rose Teachout for many years, I never knew the depth of her commitment to provide care to the underserved and how this passion was born. She shared with me that she wanted to be a physician when she was younger. She always knew she…

Dr. M.K. (Bobby) Baig presented during the Seventh District Dental Society’s Semi-Annual Meeting held on May 19, 2023. He spoke on “Dental Implant Restorations: Prevention Through Planning – The Fine-Line Between Success and Failure.” Thank you to our sponsors Crane Dental…

Thank you to Dr. Richard Rubin, EDA Treasurer and past president of the Seventh District Dental Society. Dr. Rubin hosted the Seventh District Board at his renovated barn on May 15, 2023 for their last meeting before a summer break. Members were also treated to a sheep herding demonstration.

The Monroe County Dental Society held it’s Semi-Annual Meeting on Friday, April 28, 2023 at the RIT Inn & Conference Center. Dr. Alireza Sadr, Director of Operative Dentistry at the University of Washington, spoke on “Structural Adhesive Dental Restorations.” A special THANK…

In honor of National Volunteer Week, a special shout-out to all our dedicated and generous volunteers who give of their time, talent, and resources to improve oral health in our communities. We are grateful for all that you do!

Seventh District, NYSDA leaders, and members from Districts across the state participate in NYSDA Advocacy Day in Albany. Members met with Josh Jenson from the 134th District and Robert Smullen from the 118th District, as well as Andrew Gounardes from the Senate representing the 26th District on…

The Monroe County Dental Society’s Careers in Dentistry Program traveled to the University of Buffalo’s School of Dental Medicine on March 31, 2023. Twenty-six students from area high schools and local universities, along with three district and county board members, met with UB dental students…

The Empire Dental Administrators (EDA) hosted a Risk Management Course on March 29, 2023 at Monroe Golf Club in Pittsford for over 75 attendees. This was the first time the event has been held in-person since 2019 with speaker, Dr. Michael Ragan, a defense trial attorney in Miami, FL with 25 years…

Congratulations to Dr. Janice Harbin, President and CEO for the Anthony L. Jordan Health Corporation AND a Seventh District Dental Society member, who was named as a Woman of Excellence by the Rochester Business Journal (RBJ) this month. The RBJ recognizes outstanding women for their professional…

Event for Residents and New DentistsThe details of how to run a dental practice are not taught in dental school or residency. Local business leaders and Seventh District Dental Society Board members met with residents from EIOH and RGH as well as new dentists to share information about banking, real…

Congratulations, Dr. John Vorrasi! He's been named Chair of the EIOH Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department and Residency Program. Read the full story here: https://urmc.info/QI 

Dr. William Calnon Receives 2023 Mark J. Feldman Distinguished Service Award Dr. William Calnon, past president of the ADA, NYSDA, the Seventh District, and the Monroe County Dental Society, was named the 2023 Mark J. Feldman Distinguished Service Award winner by the New York State Dental…

The Seventh District Dental Society held its 2022 Awards Dinner on Feb. 11, 2023 at the Arbor Loft in Rochester. Dr. Todd Pedersen received the Frederick J. Halik Award which recognizes a new dentist for outstanding leadership and significant contributions to dentistry and the community, Dr. Thomas…

The Monroe County Dental Society's Careers in Dentistry Program held its second event for high school and college students interested in learning more about dentistry on February 21,2023. Students met at Comella Orthodontics in Rochester, after hours, to learn about orthodontics and pediatric…

Avoiding potential litigation pitfalls with EMR! For more information and to view the full article, click here.

New Dentist Survival Guide Series: Setting Yourself Up for SuccessGain information about wellness and mental health, financial planning, starting a practice, and marketing your practice and yourself.2/21/23: Welcome to the Jungle!3/28/23: Choose Your Own Adventure4/25/23: Practice Ownership5/23/23:…

Congratulations to the new Monroe County Dental Society (MCDS) officers and directors who were installed by MCDS Board Member, Dr. Robert Buhite, II during the board meeting held Monday, January 23, 2023. Drs. Steven Damelio and Gerry Cellura were installed as directors. Dr. Todd Pedersen was…

The Monroe County Dental Society (MCDS) kicked off its Careers In Dentistry program last evening, Jan. 11, 2023, at the Seventh District Dental Society Office.  High school and college students attended an informational session led by MCDS Board Members and program chairs, Drs. Taylor Squires…

Congratulations to the new Seventh District Dental Society officers and directors, installed during the January 9, 2023 District Board Meeting held via Zoom.  Featured in the photo is Dr. Sean McLaren (top), 2023 President, and Dr. Ahmed Farag (bottom) installed as a new director.  Other officers…

The ADA is unveiling the first cohort of dental professionals who have been called to serve on its new initiative called the Wellness Ambassador Program, in which volunteers will work to ensure that peer dentists struggling with health obstacles are aware of support services. November 14, 2022 For…