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Monroe County Dental Society hosted its 2nd Careers in Dentistry event this week at Webster Pediatric Dentistry. Nineteen high school and college students came out for a hands-on experience with Dr. Lisa DeLucia, Dr. Gerry Cellura and MCDS Board members Drs. Taylor Squires and Katie Strong.

Being your Trustee to the NYSDA Board has opened my eyes to the inner workings of our dental society.  The Board of Trustees is the managing body of the NYS Dental Association. Duties include, but are not limited to, appointing NYSDA’s Executive Director and Journal Editor,  preparation of the…

The Seventh District Dental Society hosted its annual awards dinner on February 3, 2024 at Casa Larga Vineyards.  The event honored (from L to R) Dr. Rosemeire Santos-Teachout with the Robert E. Parker, III Award, Dr. Andrew Vorrasi, Award of Merit, Dr. Theresa Casper-Klock with the prestigious…

Monroe County Dental Society installed new officers and directors for 2024 at its first board meeting of the year on 1/29/24.  Congratulations to Drs., Taylor Squires, President and President-Elect, Scott Koopman, Vice President, Christopher Calnon, Treasurer, and Timothy Abbamonte, Secretary.

The Monroe County Dental Society (MCDS) kicked off its 2024 Careers in Dentistry Program last night. Area high school and college students attended an informational session led by MCDS Board President, Dr. Taylor Squires, and board member, Dr. Katie Strong.  Thank you to J&L Dental for hosting the…

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.