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2026 Ninth District President

Dr. Bharat Joshi

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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


Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers About Student Loan Scams

Sep 2, 2026

Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers About Student Loan Scams

AG James Provides Tips for Borrowers to Protect Themselves as Scammers Take Advantage of Changes to Federal Student Loan Programs

New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert warning New Yorkers of scammers exploiting recent changes to federal student loan programs to take advantage of borrowers seeking affordable payment options and financial relief.  The Trump administration’s changes to student loan repayment programs, including eliminating the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) payment plan and phasing out existing income‑based plans, have created significant confusion about current repayment rules.  Fraudsters are taking advantage of these recent changes to loan programs, leading to new scams targeting student loan borrowers.  Attorney General James is providing tips for borrowers to protect their finances and encouraging New Yorkers to report student loan scams to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG).

“Student loans are already a burden, and the federal administration’s changes to loan repayment programs are making it even harder for borrowers to manage their finances,” said Attorney General James.  “Now scammers are exploiting the confusion about new student loan plans to prey on borrowers.  I encourage New Yorkers to follow our tips to avoid these scams and report any fraudulent practices to my office.”

Attorney General James urges New Yorkers to follow these tips to protect themselves:

  • Remember that federal student loan programs do not cost money.  Offers that promise to help with your loans for a fee can be misleading.
  • Be suspicious of unsolicited telephone calls and e-mails or any online ads that promise complete loan forgiveness or the elimination of debt within a short period of time.  No person or private company can make these types of guarantees.  If it sounds too good to be true, it likely is.
  • Do not trust companies that create a sense of urgency by claiming that you must act within a very short period of time to obtain student loan relief.  Student loan programs do not work this way.
  • Do not sign a power of attorney naming someone you do not know and trust.  Student loan programs do not need your power of attorney to provide payment relief or enroll you in a payment plan.
  • Be wary of any company that claims affiliation with the federal government.
  • Never give your Federal Student Aid identification or login credentials to anyone.  The Department of Education or the loan servicer for your loan will never ask you for your login credentials.  Providing this sensitive information can allow scammers to gain access to your account and change your settings and personal information.
  • Do not pay any upfront fees to a company that solicits you for student-loan-related services.  It is a violation of New York law to charge upfront fees for such services and violations should be reported to OAG.
  • Use vetted websites and organizations to get information about loan repayment programs, including:

Around the Ninth District

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. Mr. Reiss 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. Dr. Novak has no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.
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Web & In-Person “CPR w/Defibrillator 2610"

New York State requires all dentists to maintain CPR certification. This course offers a 2-Year Certification. 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 4.5 NYS Mandated Training Requirements continuing education credits. The AHA Instructors have no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.
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Addendum to Child Abuse/Neglect Reporter Training

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 1 NYS Mandated Course Requirements Continuing Education Credit. 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. Ms. Hoover has no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.
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Westchester Multidisciplinary 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 _3_ 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. Rajan has no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.
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