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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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Book Your Hotel Room for IDEAS25

Once you've submitted your IDEAS conference registration, don't forget to reserve your hotel room! The Renaissance Savery Hotel is the official conference lodging for IDEAS attendees! As part of the Marriott family, you’ll also earn valuable Marriott points during your stay! You will enjoy your stay at this stylish, historic hotel in the heart of downtown Des Moines, easily connected to the Iowa Events Center through the skywalk system. The discounted rate of $164 for IDEAS attendees is only available through Sunday, April 13!
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IDA Virtual Member Townhall

Learn about the IDA’s advocacy efforts, IMOM’s success, and what the ADA is doing for you, during the IDA virtual membership townhall on Tuesday, April 22, at 6:00 PM. Open to all IDA members, the townhall is a chance to get your questions answered!
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IDF 2025 Scholarship Applications Now Open!

We are excited to announce that applications for the IDF 2025 scholarships are now open to individuals pursuing education in the fields of dentistry, dental hygiene, dental assisting, or dental lab technician in an Iowa accredited program! Don’t miss your chance - completed applications are due by May 1.
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Catch Brandi Hooker Evans at IDEAS25!

Stop herding cattle and discover how to improve patient health while simultaneously cultivating a patient-centered, evidence-based, and profitable periodontal therapy program in your practice! Watch production naturally increase and case acceptance go through the roof when implementing this customized patient care model geared for all members of the team.
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Engage at Your Local District Meeting!

Build a strong network and advance your career by connecting with colleagues at your local district meetings!
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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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IDEAS25 Coming to Des Moines

IDEAS is returning to the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, May 8-10, 2025. We hope to see you there!

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. Lindsey Meder Entering the Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame

Jun 11, 2024
Published 6/11/24

Dr. Lindsey Meder (West Des Moines) is part of the 2024 Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame Class. The former women's basketball standout led her team to the 2001 Big Ten Tournament title and two NCAA Tournament appearances. Her athletic honors include:

  • Three-time All-Big Ten selection
  • Two-time Academic All-American
  • Three-time Academic All-Big Ten honoree
  • 2002 NCAA Post-Graduate Scholarship recipient

Dr. Meder was the first Iowa Women's basketball player to score 490 or more points in three straight seasons. She ended her career with 1,906 points and 261 3-point field goals. In 2001, Dr. Meder played in the US Team Trials and was drafted by the Minnesota Lynx of the WNBA in 2002. 

Dr. Meder will be inducted into the Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame on Friday, August 30, at the Feller Club Room at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

Congratulating Dr. Meder!

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