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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 1200 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.

The 9th Board approved creating a High School Career Day video to promote the dental field as a whole! Here's the link: 

 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Kk10wFBk5MXT4CeitvzzCSXKPrVFzz73/view?usp=drive_link

 

Please share it with any Principal or Guidance Counselor you may have a relationship with!

Come join your colleagues! 

New Dentist Reception
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
6:30 - 9:00 pm
Captain Lawrence Brewery
444 Saw Mill River Rd
Elmsford, NY  10523
914-741-2337

To register, email:
stephan@ninthdistrict.org

Or call 914-747-1199

Co-Sponsors (names are links to their website)

DDSMatch
MLMIC Insurance Company
Singular Anesthesia Services
Southridge Technology


HRSA Dental Student Loan Repayment Program Opens and Other Grant News

Sep 25, 2025

Accepting Applications: NHSC Students to Service Loan Repayment Program

Doctor Group PhotoThe National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Students to Service Loan Repayment Program provides up to $120,000 in loan repayment funds to students in their final year of school who are studying to become a physician, dentist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or certified nurse midwife.
An additional $40,000 Maternity Care Target Area Supplemental Award is available to eligible physicians and certified nurse midwives.  Designated Maternity Care Target Areas are within existing health professional shortage areas that are experiencing a significant shortage of maternity health care professionals.
In exchange for loan repayment, participants must commit to three years of primary care services at approved sites in high-need areas. 
The application deadline is Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Learn more about the program and how to apply.

 

New Funding Opportunity: State Loan Repayment Program

Dentist PhotoThe State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) provides cost-sharing grants to states and territories to operate their own loan repayment programs for primary medical, mental/behavioral health, and oral health providers.  
States and territories that have previously received State Loan Repayment Program funding and wish to apply again must reapply under this new award cycle.  New states and territories are also encouraged to apply.  HRSA will award $20 million to up to 50 grantees over a three-year period.
The application deadline is Jan. 12, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Learn more about how to apply.

 

Association of State and Territorial Health Officials: Rural Health Transformation Program (RHT)

The Rural Health Transformation Program was established to provide an opportunity for states to invest in prevention, innovative care delivery, and workforce initiatives to improve the health of rural residents.  Created under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the program will provide $50 billion over 5 years (2026–2030) through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to eligible states.

Read the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials blog post, Understanding and Applying for the Rural Health Transformation Program, to learn about program requirements and the application process.

Update: HRSA's Transition to GrantSolutions Management System

As previously shared, HRSA is moving to the GrantSolutions Grants Management Module.  We have decided to make this change in phases to allow additional time for testing and a smooth transition.

Here’s what you need to know:

  • No changes for awards already in GrantSolutions: If your award is already in GrantSolutions, it will stay there.
  • Gradual move for other programs: All other active programs will be transitioned step-by-step starting now and throughout calendar year 2026.  You’ll get advance notice before your program moves.
  • Keep using EHBs for now: Until your program moves to GrantSolutions, please continue submitting prior approval requests and other grant activities through the EHBs.
  • New accounts in GrantSolutions: When your program moves, your grant recipient account will be set up in GrantSolutions.
  • Training and updates provided: HRSA will provide training and share updates as the transition dates are scheduled.

If you have questions, please email GSQuestions@hrsa.gov.

Around the Ninth District

Northern Westchester Dental Study Club

The Ninth District Dental Association is an ADA CERP-recognized provider approved by the New York State Dental Association. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by Boards of Dentistry. The Ninth District Dental Association designates this activity for _2.5_ Mandatory Continuing Education Credits. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the commission for continuing education provider recognition at CCEPR.ADA.org. Dr. Shin has no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.
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Dutchess County Dental Society

The Ninth District Dental Association is an ADA CERP-recognized provider approved by the New York State Dental Association. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by Boards of Dentistry. The Ninth District Dental Association designates this activity for _2.5_ Mandatory Continuing Education Credits. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the commission for continuing education provider recognition at CCEPR.ADA.org. Dr. Bonavoglia has no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.
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General Meeting - September 23, 2026

The Ninth District Dental Association is an ADA CERP-recognized provider approved by the New York State Dental Association. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by Boards of Dentistry. The Ninth District Dental Association designates this activity for 7 Mandatory Continuing Education Credits. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the commission for continuing education provider recognition at CCEPR.ADA.org. Dr. Malek has no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.
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Westchester & Greenwich Interdisciplinary Study Group

The Ninth District Dental Association is an ADA CERP-recognized provider approved by the New York State Dental Association. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by Boards of Dentistry. The Ninth District Dental Association designates this activity for _2.5_ Mandatory Continuing Education Credits. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the commission for continuing education provider recognition at CCEPR.ADA.org. Mr. Rusinowski has no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.
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Live Webinar: "Demystifying Dental Benefits"

The Ninth District Dental Association is an ADA CERP-recognized provider approved by the New York State Dental Association. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by Boards of Dentistry. The Ninth District Dental Association designates this activity for 2 Continuing Education Credits. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the commission for continuing education provider recognition at CCEPR.ADA.org. Dr. Patel has no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.
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