April 13, 2020 | Issue 20

New Resources and Webinars to Aid Dental Offices

The ADA has developed the Small Business Administration Loan Resource Center on their website. This page contains factsheets and frequently asked questions regarding SBA loans, specifically the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). In addition, the ADA has three videos/webinars available: Small Business Administration Loans: Understanding the Options for Dentist Owners - Q & A video recorded on April 8 Your Dental Office's Recovery Plan Starts Now - webinar will be broadcast on Tuesday, April 14, 2:00 - 3:00 PM Building Resilience in Times of Anxiety and Uncertainty - webinar will be broadcast on Thursday, April 16, 1:00 - 2:00 PM

Professional Protector Plan Part-Time Status Available

McFadden Insurance Services is pleased to announce that Part-Time Status will be available to insureds who have been affected by COVID-19. Insureds working a total of 20 hours or less per week are encouraged to apply now. This will keep your Professional Liability Coverage in force allowing you to provide treatment for dental emergencies while also extending some premium relief. Please watch your mail for the necessary Part-Time Applications being sent to McFadden Insurance Service eligible insureds within the next few days. Learn more about eligibility and requirements on the IDA website. This article contains sponsored content

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Governor's Daily Press Conferences

Governor Kim Reynolds continues to conduct daily press conferences at 11:00 AM. Access the press conferences via Facebook and on many local news channels. The governor issues daily press releases regarding the status of COVID-19's effect on Iowans. Click here to access the most recent press release.

PPE Donations Continue

IDA continues to track the amount of PPE being donated by Iowa dentists. If you have not done so already, please contact IDA with a list of the items donated and the name of the facility donated to. For those willing to donate, please complete the donation form. Follow us on Facebook to view pictures that dentists have submitted delivering donations and be sure to tag us in your donation posts. Thank you to the dentists who have recently donated or volunteered to donate PPE: Dr. Joseph Glotfelty, Ames Dr. John Kearney, Ames Dr. Paul Kearney, Ames Dr. Katie Kearney Porter, Ames Dr. Suzanne Stock, Iowa City

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