CDA is pleased to introduce our newest endorsed partner, iCoreRx e-Prescribing software. After a thorough vetting process, iCoreRx was selected for its capability to improve patient care and increase workflow efficiency. Key integrations and automations in iCoreRx help remove human error, verify correct prescriptions and reduce the risk of misuse. iCoreRx includes these key functions in one flat-rate, discounted subscription …
Colorado Dental Professionals Added to Priority List for COVID Vaccine
The State of Colorado recently established a state vaccine plan. While dentists and hygienists were not directly listed in the original document as professionals who would be priority recipients of the COVID-19 vaccine, the CDA and Colorado Dental Hygienists’ Association successfully lobbied the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to ensure dental professionals were included in the first phase …
Resources for Your Office if There is a COVID-19 Exposure
Here is a list of resources to help you navigate a COVID-19 exposure in your dental office. (Note: Some resources below require an ADA login.) If you are concerned about a potential exposure, contact your local public health department or CDPHE’s COVID Help Line at 303-692-2700. The hold time to reach someone differs across departments. CDPHE is currently reporting a …
Can I Require My Employees to be Tested for COVID?
Each week brings a new trend in questions from member dentists at the CDA. As the numbers surge, it is no surprise to see questions around testing this week. The CDA consulted with attorneys Gary Benson, Esq. and Sean O’Brien at Dworkin, Chambers, Williams, York, Benson & Evans, P.C. Here is some information on the three commonly asked question this …
Call for Colorado Dental Board Members
The Colorado Dental Board will have at least two vacant provider positions available as of January 2021. Gov. Jared Polis will appoint one new dentist and one new dental hygienist to fill these vacant positions (and is expected to reappoint several existing Dental Board members to serve eligible second terms). Each new appointment will be for a four-year term (with …
Eighth Amended Public Health Order 20-29 Released
CDPHE released the eighth amended Public Health Order that impacts dental procedures and treatment. Read the latest version of PHO 20-29. The latest revision of PHO 20-29 reordered several sections and added verbiage throughout the order. The additions that pertain to dentistry were not overly concerning but the CDA encourages you to read the PHO in its entirety. The CDA …
Gap Fund Applications Available for Small Business Grant and Loan Program
Deadline: Oct. 26, 2020 The Energize Colorado Gap Fund has opened for its second round of applications for its small business grant and loan program. Applications for the second round are due by Monday, Oct. 26, 2020. The Gap Fund will provide more than $25M in small business loans and grants to boost small business enterprises that are the economic …
6 Exercises All Dentists Should Regularly Do to Stay Healthy
By Romelo Rodriguez, CPT, MAT, RTS, HLC Originally published by Oral Health Group, reposted with permission. The dental profession is one that can wreak havoc on your back and cause postural issues if not addressed with appropriate exercises. For all of my clients working in this profession, I begin by talking to them about what their set-up is like when …
2020 CODPAC Supported Legislative Candidates
In 2020, all candidates running for seats in the state legislature were asked to participate in a dental questionnaire and interview process as a prerequisite to receiving Colorado Dental Political Action Committee (CODPAC) or Colorado Dental Small Donor Committee (CDSDC) funding. This process helps educate candidates on dental issues, and ensures that dentistry’s political dollars are wisely invested with candidates …
Your Permission Slip
From the Fall 2020 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association By Myriah Shimatsu We have all heard the saying you cannot pour from an empty cup…yet, how many of us live by this rule? Self-care does not have to be booking an appointment at a spa or practicing meditation every day—although these are lovely options to consider. There are many …









