Volunteer Registration Now Open!

Register to volunteer at the Iowa Mission of Mercy (IMOM) 2025 on September 19-20 at the Hyatt Regency Coralville! IMOM has been transforming lives and helping patients since 2008, and we’ve provided over 18,583  patients free dental care totaling over $13.3 million, but we’re not done yet! We are looking for a wide range of volunteers, including dental professionals and general volunteers.
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Dental offices save an average of $6,671 (28%) per year compared to 
previous processors. Enjoy exclusive low rates, guaranteed for the life of your account, and equipment discounts available only to members.
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IADAPT

The Iowa Dental Advocacy for Professional and Personal Thriving (IADAPT) program has officially launched! IADAPT will provide all Iowa dentists three free, confidential, one-hour coaching / therapy sessions with a licensed provider from Flowstate Health. Click the button below to learn more and to schedule your first appointment!
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Make Your Voice Heard in Iowa Politics!

While the IDA’s presence at the Iowa Statehouse continues to grow, we need to ensure we can continue to build relationships with key legislators. Our BEST advocacy tool is IDPAC. By contributing to IDPAC, you are investing in our advocacy work and the future of dentistry in Iowa. Help us continue protecting your ability to practice and serve your patients.
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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.  

In the News

Dr. Zach Kouri Receives Distinguished Service Award

Jun 5, 2024
Published 5/8/24

The Distinguished Service Award, IDA’s highest award, is given annually to acknowledge a member who has rendered distinguished service to the IDA and the profession of dentistry. This year’s recipient is Dr. Zach Kouri (Des Moines). 

Dr. Kouri has a long history of service to organized dentistry. He was the Des Moines District Dental Society President in 2011, Des Moines District Dental Society Trustee from 2016 to 2019, IDA officer from 2019 to 2023, IDA President from 2022-2023, and has served on multiple IDA committees, and is the current Co-Chair of the IDA Wellness Committee. He is also the Iowa Dental Foundation President and Iowa Mission of Mercy (IMOM) Clinic Co-Chair.

His true passion is making people smile. Whether with his colorful humor and infectious laugh, or his work on behalf of dental missionaries, IMOM, and daily in his office, Dr. Kouri makes people smile. Please join us in recognizing Dr. Zach Kouri for his dedication to organized dentistry and the practice of dentistry in Iowa and abroad.

The 2024 IDA Awards were presented on Friday, May 3, during the President's Dinner at IDEAS24 in Coralville. Nine recipients were recognized for their hard work and dedication to the profession of dentistry. Each awardee will be featured in upcoming editions of the IDA Today. 

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