Welcome to the Ninth District Dental Association

The Ninth District Dental Society was formed in 1909 and renamed to the Ninth District Dental Association in 2002. We have a membership of over 1500 dentists in 5 counties: Westchester, Rockland, Dutchess, Orange and Putnam.

In its quest to serve both the public and the profession, the Ninth District embodies the highest ideals.

The mission of the 9^th District Dental Association is to serve and support its members and the public by improving the oral health of our community through Advocacy, Continuing Education and Camaraderie.

HHS Issues Latest Health Care Press Releases

May 20, 2024

The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued its latest press releases on health care topics, which you can read and access below.

HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra Issues Statement on New Data Showing Continued Low Uninsurance Rate

May 17, 2024

On Friday, May 17, 2024, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra released a statement after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new data showing that the uninsurance rate is steady at 7.7 percent.

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HHS Statement on DOJ Action Today

May 16, 2024

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is pleased that the NPRM issued by the Justice Department (DOJ) is consistent with our scheduling recommendation. The scheduling review documents reflect HHS’ evaluation of the scientific and medical evidence and its scheduling recommendation to DOJ.

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Statement from HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on New Drug Overdose Death Data

May 15, 2024

On Wednesday, May 15, 2024, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra issued a statement on the release of new drug overdose death data.

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HHS Announces LEAP in Health IT Special Emphasis Notice for AI and Behavioral Health Focused Projects in Fiscal Year 2024

May 13, 2024

On Monday, May 13, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC), published a Special Emphasis Notice (SEN) under the Leading Edge Acceleration Projects (LEAP) in Health Information Technology (Health IT) funding opportunity for fiscal year 2024.

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Suburban Dental Society

February 05, 2025 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Dentin hypersensitivity has traditionally been treated with over-the-counter dentifrice compounds. Treatment times/relief factors varied. Mr. Calderon will discuss the latest treatment modalities available.