President Dr. Janis Moriarty and Immediate Past President Dr. Howard Zolot

MDS House of Delegates

The MDS House of Delegates voted to approve seven resolutions at Annual Session on Friday, June 7. A new slate of Officers was sworn in, including new MDS President Dr. Janis Moriarty, a general dentist in Winchester.

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Yankee Institute

Looking to earn CE credits? The Yankee Institute has something for everyone! Meet your BORID requirements and learn about the latest developments in dentistry.

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Member Savings Program

MDS members have access to savings that can more than cover your membership dues. Through the MDS, you are eligible for special, competitive offers and multiple opportunities that we’ve researched to save you time and money.

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What's New

Membership for Your Staff

Did you know that your MDS membership includes complimentary membership for your staff? If you haven’t taken advantage of this member benefit already, encourage your staff to enroll today and share the perks of membership, including continuing education and more.

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MDS Clinician Corner

Want to speak at Yankee Dental Congress 2020? Submit your application today for the chance to offer a one-hour CE course to fellow dentists at New England's largest conference for dental professionals!

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2019-2020 MDS Officers

The 2019 House of Delegates has elected the following officers for the 2019-2020 term:

- President: Dr. Janis Moriarty
- President-elect: Dr. MaryJane Hanlon
- Vice President: Dr. Meredith Bailey

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Dental Practice Insights

The MDS Dental Practice and Benefits Committee shared with members in January 2019 that the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry (BORID) had expressed concern regarding unlicensed dental assistants, and we urged dentists to comply with this state law. Unfortunately, the MDS recently learned from BORID that there are still a number of dental assistants practicing without a license, with an expired license, and/or without sufficient continuing education credits. Due to this persistent issue, BORID has advised the MDS that it will be cracking down on violators in the coming months, and this will include increasing penalties against dentist-owners who employ and allow auxiliaries to practice without a valid license.

Please heed our warning and make sure your dental assistants are practicing under a current license for your protection and your patients' protection. Check your license posting today on your wall to be sure.

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