ODAA - Ontario Dental Assistants Association, London, ON (2025)

07/21/2025

🤔 Is your office looking for continuing education to do together? Do you want to grow and build your skills as a team?

💡Attend the 19th Annual ODAA Conference on Friday, September 12, 2025, together as a team!

🤝 Attending professional development activities can help your team bond as a unit, strengthening connections and reenergizing the team with a change of scenery. Attending a conference together can be a pivotal moment for your team, offering a unique opportunity to foster motivation and enhance morale. Learning together also makes it easier to remember new information, continue discussions about emerging trends, and implement them in your office.

📌2025 sessions include:

🦷 Is Orthognathic Surgery Treatment Planned or Not? Reviewing Cases Jeopardy-Style — Dr. Maryam Fathimani, BMSc, DDS, MSc (Ortho), FRCD(C)

⚖️ Malpractice Insurance: What Dental Assistants Really Need to Know! — Zachary Cranny, Practice Leader, Financial Services, PROLINK

🧠 Coping with Workplace Struggles and Self-Esteem — Amy Tingley, BA, MA, Registered Psychotherapist

Register early and save! 🐦 Early Bird registration is open until August 15, 2025!

👉️ Learn more and see the full conference program at https://odaa.org

07/14/2025

There’s only ✨ ONE MONTH left to access early bird savings for the 19th Annual ODAA Conference! Don’t miss out!

🗓 Friday, September 12, 2025 — 9 A.M. to 4 P.M.

📍 In Person: Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport

💻 Or attend virtually from anywhere!

2025 Session Highlights:

🦷 Is Orthognathic Surgery Treatment Planned or Not? Reviewing Cases Jeopardy-Style — Dr. Maryam Fathimani, BMSc, DDS, MSc (Ortho), FRCD(C)

⚖️ Malpractice Insurance: What Dental Assistants Really Need to Know! — Zachary Cranny, Practice Leader, Financial Services, PROLINK

🧠 Coping with Workplace Struggles and Self-Esteem — Amy Tingley, BA, MA, Registered Psychotherapist

Register early and save! 🐦 Early Bird registration is open for one more month until August 14, 2025! Registration for this hybrid event is filling up quickly — last year, in-person attendance sold out, so don’t miss your chance and register early!

Learn more and see the full conference program at https://odaa.org/

07/07/2025

The ODAA is thrilled to present Amy Tingley, Registered Psychotherapist, as our final Afternoon Speaker for the 19th Annual ODAA Conference!⁠

Join us for 🧠 Coping with Workplace Struggles and Self-Esteem 🧠 on Friday, September 12th!

Working as a Dental Assistant comes with unique challenges—tight schedules, demanding patients, high expectations, and the constant pressure to maintain precision and professionalism. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, undervalued, or emotionally drained, you are not alone.

Join us for "Coping with Workplace Struggles and Self-Esteem," a supportive seminar designed specifically for Dental Assistants navigating the unique challenges of their profession. From managing stress in high-pressure environments to handling interpersonal conflicts and feelings of burnout, participants will explore practical coping strategies and gain tools to strengthen their self-esteem. Led by a licensed mental health professional, the seminar will provide a safe, judgment-free space for attendees to build resilience and enhance their emotional well-being both at work and in their personal lives.

Whether you’re just starting your career or have been in the field for years, this session will offer valuable insights and uplifting takeaways to help you build resilience, reconnect with your strengths, and care for yourself as deeply as you care for your patients.

About Amy Tingley: Amy Tingley is a Registered Psychotherapist with a passion for helping individuals feel safe, understood, and empowered to heal, thrive, and reach therapeutic goals. Her academic background includes a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and an undergraduate degree from the University of Western Ontario, where she specialized in Psychology (Hons).

Amy’s experience in training and supervisory roles in Human Resources has helped her understand the impact workplaces have on self and relationships. This also emphasizes the necessity of building a strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation for therapy and not underestimating the importance of a good fit. Her mission is to work alongside her clients through empowering self-discovery and self-growth. Amy serves clients from across Ontario virtually through her practice, Autumn Living Therapy.

Learn more and register at https://odaa.org

06/23/2025

The ODAA is excited to present PROLINK’s Zachary Cranny as our first Afternoon Speaker for the 19th Annual ODAA Conference!⁠

Join us for ⚖️ Malpractice Insurance: What Dental Assistants Really Need to Know! ⚖️ on Friday, September 12th!

As a Dental Assistant, you work hard to provide excellent care, but what happens when things don’t go as planned? In this eye-opening session, join Zachary Cranny, Practice Leader – Financial Services with PROLINK, as he unpacks why malpractice insurance is a must-have for oral health professionals.

Professional liability insurance coverage can be your safety net when facing allegations of negligence, harm, or professional error — even if the claims are unfounded. Through real-world examples and claim stories, Zachary will shed light on the unexpected risks Dental Assistants can face and how the right protection can make all the difference. Don’t miss this chance to empower yourself with knowledge that protects your career and peace of mind!

About Zachary Cranny: Zachary Cranny has been in the insurance industry for 17 years and has worked with groups and associations to develop, implement, and service tailored insurance solutions for them over the past decade. He is a Practice Leader at PROLINK, focusing on Dental and Financial Services programs. PROLINK — Canada’s Insurance Connection — has been delivering innovative and customized personal and professional insurance solutions to associations, groups, and members for more than 30 years.

Learn more and register at https://odaa.org/

06/09/2025

The ODAA is happy to present Dr. Maryam Fathimani as our Signature Speaker for the 19th Annual ODAA Conference!⁠

🦷 Is Orthognathic Surgery Treatment Planned or Not? Reviewing Cases Jeopardy-Style🦷

In 2025, individuals face greater societal and digital pressures than ever before to conform to evolving beauty standards. Orthognathic surgery is one modality used to enhance cosmetic appearance. Clinical cases will be showcased to determine whether orthognathic surgery was planned as treatment or not.

Attendees will play Jeopardy, Alex Trebek-style, with engaging topics, including tricky canines, premolar extractions, deep bites, missing teeth, class II and III malocclusions, and complex cases. Your knowledge will continue to build from case to case, as the cases become increasingly more difficult. Interacting throughout the presentation is encouraged!

About Dr. Fathimani: Dr. Maryam Fathimani grew up in Alberta and Ontario. She received her Bachelor of Medical Sciences degree with honours in Biophysics from the University of Western Ontario and was awarded a silver medal from the Department of Medical Biophysics. She obtained a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Toronto. She completed a general practice residency at the University of British Columbia. She was also selected to travel to England for an oral and maxillofacial surgery externship. Dr. Fathimani received a Master of Science degree specializing in Orthodontics from the University of Alberta.

Dr. Fathimani is a frequent speaker, published author and has won numerous national and international research awards, most notably, first place in the Canadian Association for Dental Research Award and the American Association of Orthodontics Joseph E. Johnson Clinical Award. She is proud to be a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a member of several professional organizations, including the Ontario Association of Orthodontists and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario.

In her free time, Dr. Fathimani enjoys sports, travelling, art, and architecture. She can be found laughing and smiling on a daily basis. She loves spending time with her family and friends and creating beautiful smiles.

Learn more and register at https://odaa.org/

05/26/2025

📣 It’s that time of year again — Registration is now open for the 2025 ODAA Conference! 📣

Join us on Friday, September 12, 2025, for the 19th Annual ODAA Conference!

Members can attend in person at the Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport or virtually from the comfort of their own homes.

Learn from experts in orthognathic surgery, malpractice insurance, mental health, self-esteem, and more!

2025 sessions include:

🦷 Is Orthognathic Surgery Treatment Planned or Not? Reviewing Cases Jeopardy-Style — Dr. Maryam Fathimani, BMSc, DDS, MSc (Ortho), FRCD(C)

🦷 Malpractice Insurance: What Dental Assistants Really Need to Know! — Zachary Cranny, Practice Leader, Financial Services, PROLINK

🦷 Coping with Workplace Struggles and Self-Esteem — Amy Tingley, BA, MA, Registered Psychotherapist

Register early and save! 🐦 Early Bird registration is open until August 14, 2025!

🔗 Find the full conference program and registration information at https://odaa.org/

05/07/2025

Are you attending the ODA’s Annual Spring Meeting this week? ⁠
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Come see us! The ODAA will be on the Exhibit Floor at Booth #2219 on Thursday and Friday. Meet your Case Manager, learn more about the services offered by the ODAA, and pick up some swag!⁠
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ODAA members can earn up to four continuing education credits per day, for a maximum of eight credits, by attending for two days or more. Sign in at the ODAA Booth on Thursday, May 8, and Friday, May 9, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. to receive credits.⁠ Credits will be added to your MyODAA account within two weeks.

Find the Ontario Dental Association's ASM25 Show Guide and more at https://asm.oda.ca/

04/14/2025

🦷 Happy National Oral Health Month! 🦷 ⁠
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Did you know that April is dedicated to promoting oral health in Canada? It's the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the importance of maintaining a great smile and its role in our overall well-being!

Oral diseases and conditions are more common than you might think, but the good news is that by practicing proper oral hygiene, we can significantly reduce our risk of chronic illnesses like cancer and diabetes. That's right—taking care of our teeth and gums contributes not just to our dental health but also helps fend off serious issues such as respiratory, cardiovascular, and brain diseases.

Let’s celebrate Oral Health Month by embracing and sharing healthy oral habits! Make sure to brush, floss, and visit your dentist regularly. Together, we can cultivate a healthier future—one smile at a time!
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Learn more about National Oral Health Month at https://www.cda-adc.ca/en/oral_health/health_month/

03/07/2025

As we wrap up Dental Assistants Recognition Week, we want to thank our members for the amazing work they do and their dedication to their profession and communities!

Certified Dental Assistants are...
Supportive
Masterful
Inspiring
Life-long learners
✨Exceptional✨

Today, the E in SMILE is for EXCEPTIONAL!

Simply put, Dental Assistants are exceptional! Compassion and hard work are some of their leading qualities. They make lasting impressions daily, and sometimes, in more ways than one! Thank you for all you do!

Apart from technical skills, Dental Assistants excel in interpersonal communication and organizational skills. They are essential for patient communication, maintaining office organization, adhering to schedules, and implementing effective infection control guidelines to ensure patient and public safety.

From March 2—8, 2025, the ODAA is celebrating Ontario Dental Assistants, using the theme “Smiling with you, Thriving together.” The changes to dentistry in recent years have shown how Dental Assistants are a driving force behind a smile and demonstrated the vital role they play in the oral health care team.

Learn more about Dental Assistants Recognition Week at https://odaa.org/DentalAssistantsRecognitionWeek.html

03/07/2025

Happy Dental Assistants Recognition Week!

Certified Dental Assistants are highly trained oral health care professionals and vital assets in dental offices, often described as the backbone of the practice. Their extensive education enables them to deliver enhanced care while ensuring a safe environment for patients.

Dental Assistants often serve as the initial point of contact, establishing the foundation of trust in the patient-provider relationship. They play a vital role in building trust, educating patients throughout their appointments, and providing comfort, compassion, and clinical excellence.

This Dental Assistants Recognition Week, the ODAA is highlighting the value Certified Dental Assistants, Dental Receptionists, Treatment Coordinators, and Preventative Dental Assistants bring to the oral health team and the importance of hiring certified professionals.

Read more at https://odaa.org/DentalAssistantsRecognitionWeek.html

03/06/2025

Happy Dental Assistants Recognition Week!

Certified Dental Assistants are...
Supportive
Masterful
Inspiring
✨Life-long learners✨
Exceptional

This week, the L in SMILE stands for LIFE-LONG LEARNERS!

Certified Dental Assistants are dedicated to keeping their skills and knowledge up to date. Certified Dental Assistants are formally trained through accredited programs and complete a required number of continuing education credits annually to maintain their certification.

Certified Dental Assistants are committed to continuous improvement. They are not afraid of challenges and actively seek ways to better themselves and their professional environments. To thank them for their commitment to continuing education, the ODAA has released a complimentary course entitled Connecting The Links: Understanding The Oral-Systemic Link. Members should check their email to find information on how to access the course.

From March 2—8, 2025, the ODAA is celebrating Ontario Dental Assistants, using the theme “Smiling with you, Thriving together.” The changes to dentistry in recent years have shown how Dental Assistants are a driving force behind a smile and demonstrated the vital role they play in the oral health care team.

Learn more about Dental Assistants Recognition Week at https://odaa.org/DentalAssistantsRecognitionWeek.html

03/06/2025

Happy Dental Assistants Recognition Week!

Whether working chairside supporting dentists and hygienists, at the front desk, in public health, in sales for oral health products and services, or behind the scenes in insurance, Ontario Certified Dental Assistants bring their skills and knowledge every day and deserve recognition year-round. Certified Dental Assistants are irreplaceable when delivering quality dental care, demonstrating unwavering commitment and expertise.

Certified Dental Assistants are an integral part of our Oral Health Care System. They do everything from taking x-rays to filing insurance claims and from fluoride treatments to whitening your smile. Certified Dental Assistants are an essential part of your dental office visit.

This Dental Assistants Recognition Week, the ODAA is highlighting the value Certified Dental Assistants, Dental Receptionists, Treatment Coordinators, and Preventative Dental Assistants bring to the oral health team and the importance of hiring certified professionals.

Read more at https://odaa.org/DentalAssistantsRecognitionWeek.html

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