Newsroom

Read the latest news and announcements from the Massachusetts Dental Society as well as media coverage on the dental profession, our organization, and our members.

Dental Professionals as COVID-19 Vaccinators

January 13, 2021 – Dr. Abe Abdul spoke to Boston25 News about dental professionals being included in the state’s pool of COVID-19 vaccinators.

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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.

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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.

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MDS Welcomes New Executive Director

January 11, 2021 – Association veteran Kevin C. Monteiro, CAE, has been appointed the organization’s new Executive Director.

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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.

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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.

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MDS Adopts Policy Regarding Dentists Administering Vaccines

December 10, 2020 – Dentists have the knowledge and skills to administer critical vaccines, including COVID-19.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Newsroom Archives

2020

The MDS Issues Flu Vaccine Recommendations (Oct. 6)
Halloween Candy Can Play Tricks on Your Teeth (Oct. 1)
MDS Member Dentist Dr. Sabina Malla Brings Passion to Work (Oct. 1)
COVID-19 and the Flu (Sept. 28)
With Fall Sports Seasons in Flux, Mouth Safety Remains Concern for Young Athletes (Sept. 23)
Yankee Dental Congress Goes Virtual for 2021 (Sept. 16)
Massachusetts Dental Society Announces 2020 William McKenna Volunteer Hero (Sept. 15)
Massachusetts Dental Society Names “10 Under Ten” for 2020 (Sept. 8)
Eat Healthy to Curb Pandemic Weight Gain and Have a Healthy Smile (Aug. 13)
The MDS Mourns Passing of Executive Director Conor McNulty (July 15)
Dr. MaryJane Hanlon Takes Office as MDS President (July 1)
Going to the Dentist in a Pandemic (June 5)
MDS President Responds to Delta Dental Offering Dentists Advances on Future Claims (May 29)
Amid Coronavirus Concerns, Dentists Face a Fraught Road to Reopening (May 28)
Delta Dental Is Drilled by Dentists for Lack of Coronavirus Aid (May 6)
Mass. Dentists Gear up to Resume Offering Full Services, but With Enhanced Protections (May 5)
Local Dentists Are Eager to Get Back to Work, but Reopening Brings Even More Uncertainty (May 4)
How Dental Appointments Will Be Different After Coronavirus Shutdown (April 27)
Massachusetts Dental Society President Statement on Personal Protective Equipment (April 22)
MDS Foundation Establishes COVID-19 Recovery Fund (April 21)
Coronavirus Forces Dentists to Only Treat Patients in Excruciating Pain (April 3)
Dental Offices Feeling the Bite From Coronavirus; No Routine Visits Through April 6 (March 21)
Donations of Respirator Masks and Other Medical Supplies Needed at American Hospitals Coming From Unlikely Sources (March 21)
MDS Welcomes New Executive Director (March 2)
Teeth Whitening: Fact vs. Fiction (Feb. 27)
Year-Round Tips for Better Oral Health (Feb. 18)
Boston 25 Investigates Direct-to-Consumer Orthodontics (Feb. 12)
MDS Member Dentist Retires After 53 Years (Feb. 11)
MDS Foundation Awards 2019-2020 Access to Care Grants (Jan. 13)

2019

MDS Applauds Passage of Tobacco Control Legislation (Nov. 21)
MDS Applauds Gov. Baker Action Declaring Vaping a Public Health Emergency (Sept. 24)
Toothpaste and Kids: A Little Dab Will Do Ya’ (Aug.14)
An Eating Plan for Healthy Gums (July 17)
Online Orthodontics: Too Good to be True? (June 19)