Iowa Dental Association

03/31/2026

Reports have come in from members about questionable phone calls alleging that their state dental license number was compromised and used fraudulently.

The Iowa Dental Board (IDB) does not request or accept credit card payments by phone. Scammers are spoofing the IDB’s phone number so that 515.281.5157 appears on your caller ID.

If you receive a similar call, do not provide your credit card information. Reach out directly to the IDB at 515.281.5157 or IDA at 515.331.2298 for guidance.

03/27/2026

The Iowa Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons will host their annual meeting at IDEAS26 on Saturday, May 2!

These sessions are open to all dentists registered for IDEAS who want to explore different ways GLP-1s are impacting dental care and get a better understanding of atrial fibrillation.

Register at ideas.iowadental.org

03/25/2026

Your voice matters! Help IDPAC strengthen advocacy for dentists and patients by contributing today at bit.ly/4lnkzDO

03/24/2026

Did you know a therapy dog can help ease dental anxiety? 🐶

Learn how to thoughtfully integrate a canine companion into your practice to boost patient comfort, with insights from certified trainer Kellie Frederick and therapy dog handler Rachel Kerr of Kerr Family Dental. The session will also touch on treating patients who are accompanied by their own service dogs.

Register for IDEAS today at ideas.iowadental.org

03/24/2026

03/19/2026

IMOM 2026 Date and Location Announcement🎉

We are excited to announce that IMOM 2026 is headed to Des Moines on November 13-14 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds! Thank you to the countless volunteers who have helped us deliver more than $14.3 million in free dental care since 2008🩵

Are you in the Des Moines area and looking to get involved before November? The success of IMOM hinges on the local planning committee, which is tasked with recruiting volunteers and patients, as well as fundraising and securing in-kind donations. In addition to dentists, we are also looking for hygienists, assistants, community college leaders, marketing and media professionals, catering professionals, individuals with connections to local city officials, and anyone with a passion for volunteering and a willingness to support IMOM!

If you or someone you know would be interested in serving on the local committee for IMOM 2026, please contact info@iowadental.org to sign up or to learn more!

03/17/2026

Dentistry can be an extremely rewarding career, but it comes with its own unique challenges and complications that oftentimes lead to burnout. As burnout progresses, it can make it impossible to work and threaten your safety. This can happen to any member of the dental team at any point in their careers!

At IDEAS26, join a small-group workshop to help you recognize the signs of burnout in yourself and others, and learn proven prevention strategies that can help you in the early and mid-stages of burnout.

Due to the confidential nature of this topic, there will be two sessions of the workshop - one for dentists and one for staff.

These workshops are brought to you by IADAPT, our trusted and reliable program offering easy-to-access executive coaching and therapy to Iowa's dentists!

Register at ideas.iowadental.org

03/12/2026

At IDEAS26, Dr. Clark Stanford breaks down the complexities of orofacial pain and TMJD!

From “simple” vs. “complex” TMD, clear diagnostics, and practical management tips, get clarity you can use in practice.

Register today at ideas.iowadental.org

03/10/2026

Step into the future of endodontics at IDEAS26! Learn how 3D technology allows ultra-conservative canal shaping, bioceramic fillings, and effective management of cracked teeth and retreatment cases.

Register for the hands-on session and advance your skills in an interactive, small group setting. Spots are limited, register at ideas.iowadental.org

If you have already registered for IDEAS and would like to add a hands-on session, contact us at info@iowadental.org and we'll take care of it!

03/06/2026

03/05/2026

The medical landscape is shifting. Is your practice ready?

In her sessions, Karen Baker breaks down opioid risk, substance use disorders, cannabis implications, hypertension management, and today’s trending weight-loss medications, with clear guidance you can use chairside.

Stay informed and stay confident. Register at ideas.iowadental.org

03/04/2026

Kellie Frederick and Luna are thrilled to be presenting at the Iowa Dental Association IDEA Conference 2026 with Kerr Family Dental on Therapy Dogs and their benefit to patients and staff at dental offices. They will also be discussing dental patients who have service dogs.
See you on April 30!