MDS Foundation Awards 2021-2022 Grants
The
MDS Foundation recently awarded more than $80,000 in grants to eight organizations serving the oral health needs of Massachusetts residents.
Massachusetts Dentist Vaccinating for COVID-19
January 2, 2022 — On a recent Sunday afternoon, Dr. Rosie Wagner, a general dentist in Somerville, opened her practice doors with a mission to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Read Article
This Holiday Season Eat, Drink, and Be Good to Your Teeth
December 1, 2021 — While you know that the holiday season can be tough on your wallet and your waistline, did you also know it can pose some danger to your gumline?
Read Article
Bad Breath: It's Not a Mask Thing
December 1, 2021 — Since face mask wearing was implemented last year to help slow the spread of COVID-19, many have become aware of something that previously eluded them: They have bad breath.
Read Article
Dr. Sean Rayment Is the 2021 William McKenna Volunteer Hero
August 2, 2021 – The MDS and the Journal of the Massachusetts Dental Society are pleased to announce the 2021 William McKenna Volunteer Hero.
Read Article
Dr. Meredith Bailey Takes Office as MDS President
July 12, 2021 – The MDS is pleased to welcome Meredith A. Bailey, DMD, as its 158th President for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 governance years.
Read Article
Shawmut Provides MDS Members with US-Made PPE
May 4, 2021 – Shawmut Corporation announced a partnership with the MDS to offer members PPE as part of the organization’s Member Savings Program.
Read Article
MDS Member Notes Surge in Appointment Requests
May 4, 2021 – Dr. Vincent Mariano told Western Mass News that he’s seeing twice the amount of new patients as well as current patients returning since before COVID-19.
Read Article
A Message from MDS Executive Director Kevin Monteiro
June 29, 2021 – A message from the Executive Director thanking 2020-2021 MDS President Dr. MaryJane Hanlon and the rest of the Board of Trustees.
Read Message
MDS Names "10 Under Ten" for 2021
May 3, 2021 – Ten Massachusetts dentists have been recognized as the 2021 “10 Under Ten” by the Massachusetts Dental Society.
Read Article
A Message from MDS President Dr. MaryJane Hanlon
March 22, 2021 – A message addressing the recent violent attacks against Asian Americans in Atlanta.
Read Message
Child Oral Health Tips
March 5, 2021 – To help promote the benefits of establishing good oral health habits at an early age, the MDS offers parents and caregivers five tips for a child's oral health.
Read Article
Mouthguards for Youth Athletes
February 23, 2021 – The MDS reminds parents, coaches, and athletic directors to make sure that their athletes put in a mouthguard before they put on that face mask.
Read Article
Don't Let COVID-19 Stress Grind You Down
February 17, 2021 – COVID-19 pandemic stress can cause you to grind your teeth—an oral health condition known as bruxism.
Read Article
MDS Foundation Awards Grants to Oral Health Programs
February 3, 2021 – The MDS Foundation has awarded a total of more than $66,000 in grants to five organizations in Massachusetts.
Read Article
Yankee Virtual 2021 Receives Best Customer Service Award
February 1, 2021 – The Massachusetts Dental Society and Yankee Virtual 2021 made the LiveHelpNow Challenge list for the month of January.
Read Article
MDS President on Bloomberg Radio
February 1, 2021 – Dr. MaryJane Hanlon was interviewed live on Bloomberg Radio's Baystate Business program to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
Read Article
COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available to All Phase 1 Groups
January 22, 2021 – The COVID-19 vaccine is now open to dental professionals providing patient-facing care.
Read Article
Dentists Frustrated by Wait for Vaccine
January 18, 2021 – Dentists across the Commonwealth are frustrated by the wait for and lack of communication from the state about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Read Article
Dental Professionals as COVID-19 Vaccinators
January 13, 2021 – MDS member dentists speak to reporters about dental professionals being included in the state’s pool of COVID-19 vaccinators.
Read Article
Delta Dental CEO Sends Letter to Governor Baker Advocating for Dentists to Receive Vaccine
January 13, 2021 – The MDS applauds the letter and appreciates the support from Delta Dental.
Read Article
MDS President Asks for Clarity on Vaccines for Dentists
January 7, 2021 – Dr. MaryJane Hanlon spoke to local media outlets to express frustration on behalf of members who want to know when they’ll be vaccinated.
Read Article
MDS Welcomes New Executive Director
January 11, 2021 – Association veteran Kevin C. Monteiro, CAE, has been appointed the organization’s new Executive Director.
Read Article
Ten MDS Media Highlights in 2020
December 21, 2020 – We have chosen 10 MDS media highlights from the year to feature as we wrap up 2020.
Read Article
Boston 25 on Dentists Administering Vaccines
December 11, 2020 – Dr. MaryJane Hanlon discussed Massachusetts dentists administering the COVID-19 vaccine to their patients, colleagues, and staff.
Read Article
MDS Adopts Policy Regarding Dentists Administering Vaccines
December 10, 2020 – Dentists have the knowledge and skills to administer critical vaccines, including COVID-19.
Read Article
Dentists Stress Safety of Going to Routine Appointments
November 23, 2020 – MDS member dentists spoke about what Massachusetts dental practices are experiencing amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read Article
ADA: Dental Care Should Continue During Pandemic
November 17, 2020 – The ADA issued a statement that dental care can continue to be delivered safely, and that dental care is essential health care.
Read Article
Dentists Report Uptick in Cracked Teeth Due to Stress
November 13, 2020 – Dr. Vincent Mariano is seeing a significant increase in patients needing functional mouth guards.
Read Article
Budget Plan Seeks Expanded Dental Coverage
November 11, 2020 – MDS President Dr. MaryJane Hanlon speaks about the House version of the fiscal 2021 state budget.
Read Article
Drilling Down on Dentistry
October 8, 2020 – MDS President Dr. MaryJane Hanlon reflects on the challenges Massachusetts dentists are facing and why dentistry is critically important to our local communities.
Read Article
