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The Seventh District Dental Society installed new officers and directors to serve on the board for 2024.  Congratulations to Drs. William Hurtt, President, Matthew Valerio, President-Elect, Alexis Ghanem, Vice President, David Ramjattansingh, Treasurer, Sierra DeMarree, Director-at-large, and Todd…

During National THANK YOU month, we wish to thank two of our own for their generosity.  Thank you to Seventh District and Monroe County Dental Society members, Drs. Michael Grassi and Alf Bunes, of ROC Pointe Endodontics, for donating an operating microscope to EIOH.  Their generosity will help…

The Monroe County Dental Society held its annual scholarship luncheon on 12/19/23 for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year students from northeastern dental schools whos’ hometown is in Monroe County. Eight students from the University of Buffalo and Case Western Reserve attended the luncheon along with MCDS…

Thank you to our dynamic speakers for presenting during our fall CE events.  John Kalmar presented, “Oral Pathology Redux: Only the Good Stuff,” at the Seventh District Dental Society Annual Meeting held September 15, 2023. Over 150 local dentists, hygienists, and staff came out to…

C-K Family Dental in Auburn, NY hosts 8th Annual Veterans Appreciation Day. The office provided over $5,000 of free dental care to local veterans.  Dr. Theresa Casper-Klock, Seventh District Dental Society Board member and NYSDA Trustee says, "For me, it's the best day of the year."

Congratulations to Dr. Andrew Vorrasi, recipient of the University of Buffalo’s School of Dental Medicine and the Alumni Association’s Distinguished Service Award.  The award is given in recognition of outstanding leadership, advocacy, and support of the dental profession. The award was…

From left to right: Dr. Richard Andolina, Sr. and Dr. Theresa Casper-Klock, representing the Seventh District Dental Society and EDPAC, attended a special event in honor of New York Assembly Minority Leader, William A. Barclay (center) with Dr. Robert Schaefer, Chair NYSDA’s Council on Government…

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7DDS New Dentists gathered at Seneca Park Zoo on Friday, June 16. 2023 for Zoo Brew.  Look for more information about upcoming events on the calendar.  

Dr. Junad Khan, Associate Professor and Director of Orofacial Pain and TMJ Disorders at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health presented "Insight to Clinical Orofacial Pain" to members of the Livingston County Dental Society on June 14, 2023 at Peppermint's Restaurant in Avon, NY.  Dr. William…

Seventh District members and their executive director participated in the NYSDA House of Delegates Meeting, June 2-4, 2023.  They worked with leaders across the state to look at new ways to improve oral health in our communities.

Current and past leaders of the Seventh District Dental Society received awards during the annual New York State Dental Association House of Delegates meeting held in Saratoga Springs, NY June 2-4, 2023. Congratulations to Drs. William Calnon and William Hurtt! Dr. William Calnon, Past President of…

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…