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2025 Ninth District President

Dr. Renuka Bijoor

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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 9th 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.



Don't Forget to Register!! OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS!

9th District Social Event
Celebrating Frills & Drills

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

6:30-9:00 pm

ST. ANDREWS GOLF CLUB
10 Old Jackson Avenue
Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706

There will be a buffet, passed hors d'oeuvres, beer & wine, a cash bar, vendors, and lots of fun FOR ALL MEMBERS!

And a Keynote Lecture:  Leadership, High Performance & Mindset Mastery for the Female Clinician.
In this transformative session, Allison Lacoursiere explores the integration of feminine and masculine energies in leadership, revealing how balancing these forces unlocks extraordinary performance and sustainable success.  Through an engaging examination of neuroscience-based communication techniques and actionable insights into personal leadership, participants will learn to harness their unique strengths, elevate their professional presence, and master the mindset needed to thrive both clinically and personally.

Ms. Allison Lacoursiere is a certified, professional coach, high-performance expert, and transformational speaker dedicated to empowering clinicians and leaders.  With a dynamic blend of neuroscience-backed strategies, feminine and masculine energy principles, and powerful communication frameworks, Allison guides dental professionals toward unprecedented personal and professional growth.

Co-Sponsors

Bank of America, Practice Solutions

Danziger & Markhoff LLP*

DDSMatch


MLMIC Insurance Company*

We hope to see you there!

Renuka Bijoor, D.D.S., M.P.H.
President & Chair, Frills & Drills Subcommittee


 


Latest News Around the Tripartite

CDC Issues Oral Health Tips for Adults

Oct 24, 2024

Per the notice below, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued oral health tips for adults.

Oral Health Tips for Adults

For Everyone

Health Care Providers

Public Health

Oral Health Tips for Adults

Key points

Good oral health means good overall health, and the opposite.  Adults can have oral health challenges throughout their lifetime.  With proper steps, many oral health problems and diseases can be avoided.

Overview

Adults can develop oral health problems throughout their lifetime.  Oral health problems can include cavitiesgum diseasetooth loss, and oral cancer.  More than 40% of adults report having felt pain in their mouth within the last year,1 and more than 80% of people will have had at least one cavity by age 34.

During pregnancy, you may be more likely to have cavities and gum disease.  People with chronic disease, such as arthritis, diabetes, or heart disease may have an increased risk of having missing teeth and poor oral health.2

Oral health problems also increase with age because of problems with saliva production, receding gums, and difficulties flossing and brushing due to poor vision, cognitive problems, chronic disease, and physical limitations.

What You Can Do

Good oral health = good overall health

To maintain a healthy mouth and strong teeth:

  • Don't use tobacco products.  If you smoke, quit.  The more you smoke or come into contact with smoke, the higher your risk of developing cancer.
  • Drink less alcohol.  The more alcohol you drink, the higher your risk of head and neck cancer.  If you drink, do so in moderation to lower your risk.
  • Get vaccinated.  Human papillomavirus (HPV) can infect the mouth and throat and cause cancer.  Ask your doctor if you need to be vaccinated against HPV to possibly prevent throat cancer.
  • Manage your diabetes.  If you have diabetes, you may need to get your teeth cleaned multiple times a year, which may help lower your blood sugar level.  Managing your diabetes will also lower your risk of other oral health complications, including gum disease.
  • Prevent dry mouth.  If your medication makes your mouth feel dry, ask your doctor for a different medication that may not cause this condition.  If this doesn't help, drink plenty of water, chew sugarless gum, don't smoke or use tobacco products, and don't drink alcohol.
  • Act on any new symptoms.  Talk to your doctor or dentist if you have sudden changes in taste and smell.

Daily care

  • Avoid food and drinks with added sugar as much as possible.  They contribute to oral diseases and other chronic diseases.
  • Drink fluoridated tap water and brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste.
  • Practice good oral hygiene.  Brush your teeth well twice a day and floss between your teeth to remove dental plaque.
  • Wear a mouthguard when participating in contact sports or high-risk activities.

Yearly care

Visit your dentist at least once a year, even if you wear dentures and have lost some or all of your teeth.  Your dentist will check your mouth for cancers, oral health problems, and cavities.

Tips for Pregnant Women

When you’re pregnant, gum disease and cavities can affect your baby’s health.  Brush your teeth twice a day and floss every day.  Visit your dentist at least once before you deliver, especially if you have any tooth pain or sensitivity.

If you have nausea and vomit, mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda with a glass of water, swish, and then spit it out.  This helps wash stomach acid away and keeps the outer part of your tooth (enamel) safe.

Tips for Older Adults

In addition to the Tips for Adults outlined above, older adults, especially those who are homebound and/or institutionalized in care centers, can:

  • Ask your dentist for other ideas, prescriptions, or supplies to help you brush or floss to prevent cavities.
  • Clean dentures daily.  Wearing dentures could put you at risk for fungal infections in your mouth.  If you can, remove your dentures all night and clean them daily.
  • If you have a caregiver, they can help you brush and floss if you struggle to do this well by yourself.

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