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

Oct 21, 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.

Be Smart About Sugar Consumption

Sugars and syrups are often added to processed food and drinks, so you may be consuming more sugar than you realize. It is recommended that adults consume less than 10% of their total daily calories from added sugars. Consuming too many added sugars is associated with weight gain, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and tooth decay.

Find more facts about added sugar and recommended guidelines to help you stay healthy →

Fact Sheet: HHS Continues Taking Action to Increase Access and Supply of IV Fluids Following Hurricane Helene

October 18, 2024

Following storm damage from Hurricane Helene at Baxter International Inc.’s facility in North Carolina, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and its subagencies continue taking action to support access to intravenous (IV) fluids, including ensuring restoration of key production sites, protecting products, and opening imports, in partnership with manufacturers, distributors, hospitals, and other stakeholders.

Read the full press release →

HHS Office for Civil Rights Imposes a $70,000 Civil Monetary Penalty Against Gums Dental Care for Failure to Provide Timely Access to Patient Records

October 17, 2024

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), announced a $70,000 civil monetary penalty against Gums Dental Care, LLC (Gums Dental Care), a solo dental practice in Maryland that provides family dental care, as a result of an investigation based on a complaint that Gums Dental had failed to provide a patient with timely access to their medical records.

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The Dangers of Mixing Medications With Supplements

Dietary supplements are widely used and include everyday vitamins and minerals. But combining these dietary supplements with certain medications — such as those used for birth control, heart disease, and depression — could have adverse health effects. Always talk with a health care professional before using over-the-counter supplements.

Find out more about mixing medications and supplements →

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.