Welcome to the Iowa Dental Association
The Iowa Dental Association (IDA) is the premier professional association representing dentists in the state of Iowa. In existence since 1863, the IDA is home to over 1,800 Iowa dentists, which represents approximately 80% of the licensed dentists in the state.
All IDA member dentists are not only members of the IDA, but also the American Dental Association (ADA) and their local district society.
IDA’s mission is to encourage the improvement of the health of the public, to promote the art and science of dentistry, and to represent the interests of the members of the dental profession and the public which it serves.
Learn about the Connection Between Mouth, Body, and Mind at IDEAS23
The connection between oral health and overall health is well documented. During the IDA Annual Session, IDEAS23, renowned international speaker, Uche Odiatu, DMD, will take a deeper dive into this relationship in his presentation, "Inflammation 911: The Mouth-Body-Mind Connection!"
Dr. Odiatu will discuss the connection between a patient's mouth and modern lifestyle habits such as lack of sleep, poorly managed stress, overeating, and sedentary living. Patients appreciate dental professionals who see the "big picture" and truly understand this connection. You will learn how to develop a value-add to your practice with specific dental and lifestyle solutions guaranteed to change your patients' health destines.
Make plans to attend this full-day session on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex. Save-the-date information about IDEAS23 is available at www.ideas.iowadental.org and will be updated as sessions are confirmed. IDEAS23 registration will open in January.