IDA UPDATE
Indiana Dental Association | February 2022
Remember that dentists and hygienists are required to complete 2 hours of CE in ethics and Indiana jurisprudence in order to renew their licenses. See the article below for details on CE opportunities.
IDA Offers Last-Minute CE Opportunities
Dentists and hygienists are required to earn 20 and 19 hours, respectively, of CE before their Indiana license renewal. Below are last-minute opportunities to fulfill your required hours.

  • The last IDA in-person ethics class is next Friday, February 25, from 9-11 a.m. at the IDA Central Office.
  • Self-study CE in ethics is available on the IDA website. Ethics CE is required for all dentists and hygienists.
  • Self-study CE in opioids is available on the IDA website. Opioids CE is required for any dentist who holds a CSR.
  • OnDemand webinars are in a variety of topics for members and their teams still looking to fulfill CE hours.
IDA's Dental Insurance Reform Bill Moves Forward
The IDA's bill to reform dental insurance, HB 136, passed out of the House Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee on Monday by a vote of 10-2. The second reading of the bill took place this morning and now heads for a third reading, likely next week. We will keep members updated on the bill's progress.

The bill seeks to prohibit insurance companies from setting fees for dental treatments that they don't cover. This practice is already prohibited in 41 states.

If you haven't already contacted your state representative in support of this bill, we encourage you to do so. Click the button below to find your state representative.
Volunteer Your Leadership With the IDA, ADA
The IDA and ADA rely on the time and expertise of dentist volunteers to make our organizations run smoothly. There are currently multiple openings for IDA and ADA leadership positions, as well as numerous spots on IDA committees and subcommittees. Click the link below to learn more. The deadline to apply for all positions is Friday, March 18.
Women in Dentistry Event on March 3
In recognition of International Women’s Day, the Indianapolis District Dental Society will be hosting IDDS Women in Dentistry, a fun and informal affair designed to provide maximum networking opportunities.

The event will take place on Thursday, March 3, at The District Tap on 86th Street in Indianapolis. That evening, 2022 IDDS Leaders & Mentors Award recipients will be honored and celebrated. This year’s award recipients are Dr. Karen Ellis, Dr. Katy Patton, and Dr. Kellie Schaub.

To learn more, click the image on the left, or email IDDS Executive Director Janelle Kramer at director@indydentalsociety.org.
Dr. Karen Ellis
Dr. Kellie Schaub
Dr. Katy Patton
Nominate Stars for IDA Awards
If you know individuals who have done an outstanding job promoting, practicing or volunteering for the field of dentistry, nominate them for an IDA Award. These awards are presented during the IDA Midwest Dental Assembly and honor dentists, volunteers and dental professionals for their hard work and dedication.

All nominations for IDA Awards are due by March 1, 2022. Click the link below to visit our awards page and nomination form.
IDA Members Can Get Staffing Help With Stynt
Many IDA members are experiencing staffing challenges. The ADA has endorsed Stynt for dental office staffing. Stynt allows dentists to instantly connect with thousands of professionals for help filling temporary or permanent staffing needs.

As soon as you post your job, Stynt’s proprietary matching algorithm matches you with available dental professionals in your area, filling temporary needs within minutes or hours, not days or weeks. Members get a $50 credit toward their first hire.
Upcoming CE Opportunities for 2022-2024 Licensure Cycle
Get a head start on your 2022-2024 CE hours with our upcoming events: The 2022 IDA Center for Excellence seminar with Tom Viola is on April 29. In addition, registration is open for the 2022 Midwest Dental Assembly in Fort Wayne. Click the links below for more details.
IDPAC Seeking Donations of Wine, Silent Auction Items
IDPAC is seeking donations for the Midwest Dental Assembly Silent Auction: Any item small or large is greatly appreciated. Items may be mailed or delivered in person to the IDA Central Office, and we're happy to answer questions at 800-562-5646.

We are also seeking donations of wine for our Wine Pull. Any type of bottle of wine is welcome. You can donate items in one of two ways:

  • Bring the bottle(s) to the IDA Central Office.
  • Make a monetary donation for the Wine Pull to IDPAC, and we will purchase the wine on your behalf.

Thanks for your support of IDPAC! These donations help strengthen our voice and influence in Indiana politics.