A Burlington dentist has been appointed president of the Ontario Dental Association. Dr. Don Russell, who has practised dentistry in the area for more than 30 years, assumed the role this month. Russell became involved with the Ontario Dental Association in 1998, sitting on committees and task forces. He’s also served on the association’s general … Read more
It was an exhausting couple of days, but reflecting back on the recently completed Annual Spring Meeting, I am left with the feeling that it was a resounding success. For many, myself included, the focus was on networking and business development. The vast array of wonderful continuing education opportunities was also not to be missed, … Read more
Dozens of members of the Ontario Dental Association will be at Queen’s Park on Wednesday to tell MPPs how important it is for kids to have regular access to the dental care they need. Dr. LouAnn Visconti is a dentist from Timmins who is making the trip. She says many people resort to the emergency room … Read more
More than 60-thousand patients a year are seen in the emergency room — for dental treatment that should be provided in a dentist’s office. The Ontario Dental Association said there needs to be more funding provided to dentists, which would make emergency rooms more efficient. According to Dr. David Stevenson, president of the ODA, no … Read more
Going to the dentist can be very expensive if you don’t have a dental plan, which is why the Ontario Dental Association is asking the Ford government to invest in public dental programs. Dr. David Stevenson is the President of the ODA who said dental health can be just as important as your physical health, but … Read more