Jan 13, 2025
Public News Service: NC Dental Society Foundation aids dentists after Hurricane Helene
Dr. Ruma Simhan shares The NC Dental Society's efforts in supporting Western North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
NCDS Newsroom
Jan 13, 2025
The Warren Record: NC Dental Society Foundation distributes oral care supplies to support Western NC communities
Dr. Ruma Simhan, Past President of the NC Dental Society Foundation shares the Foundation's disaster relief efforts supporting Western NC in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
Jan 13, 2025
The Burlington Times News: Dentists chimes in on fluoridation debate
Dr. Roslyn Crisp, President of the North Carolina Dental Society, and Dr. Ali Shazib, Dean of High Point University Workman School of Dentistry, advocate for the continued use of community water fluoridation systems to promote optimal oral health and cavity prevention.
Dec 10, 2024
The Triangle Tribune: NCDS Foundation Tackles Dental Care Crisis
Dr. Amanda Stroud highlights the NC Dental Society Foundation's efforts in improving access to oral care for children and adults.
Dec 5, 2024
The Digital Courier: North Carolina Dentists Fight for Fluoride
The NC Dental Society continues fight for fluoridated community water systems. Dr. Roslyn Crisp (Burlington), current President of the NC Dental Society highlights the importance of fluoride for children and adults to prevent tooth decay.
Dec 5, 2024
MSN.com Bridging the gap: NC foundation tackles dental care crisis
Dr. Amanda Stroud, past- President of the NC Dental Society Foundation and Ms. Sharon D' Costa highlight the NCDS's Foundation efforts to reduce access to care for underserved communities and how the Foundation is supporting dental assistting and hygiene students.
Dec 5, 2024
Bridging the gap: NC foundation tackles dental care crisis
Dr. Amanda Stroud highlights the work of the NC Dental Society Foundation's work to reduce barriers to access to dental care for underserved communities.
Dec 5, 2024
Press Release: NC Dentists Fight for Fluoride
The NC Dental Society continues its fight in support of community water fluoridation, advocating that fluoride is safe and effective and a scientifically proven method to prevent tooth decay. NCDS President, Dr. Roslyn Crisp affirms fluoride benefits both children and adults, helping to reduce health disparities for those without regular access to dental care.
Nov 15, 2024
NC Health News: The love/hate debate over fluoride in water is bubbling in NC
Jim Goodman, NC Dental Society Executive Director and NCDS members Drs. Rhonda Stephens and Mark Moss weigh in support of fluoridated water systems.
Nov 15, 2024
WUNC: Helping dentists get back to work in the wake of Helene
The North Carolina Dental Society Foundation's disaster relief fund aims to provide emergency assistance, to support NC dentists in the wake of Hurricane Helene,
Nov 1, 2024
WFMY: Dentist gives gives healthy Halloween tricks when eating sweet treats
Dr. Miranda Kalaskey shares helpful tips to ensure a healthy smile during Halloween season.
Nov 1, 2024
Wilkes Journal Patriot: Dentist warns about gap with Medicaid
Dr. Rafael Rivera advocates for increased Medicaid reimbursement rates.
Nov 1, 2024
Public News Service: NC dentists warn of crisis due to low Medicaid reimbursement rates
Dr. Rafael Rivera advocates for increased Medicaid reimbursement rates for NC dentists.
Nov 1, 2024
MSN.com Free dental clinic
Dr. Lauren Marechal, discusses how the NC Dental Society MOM program will help underserved population in Western NC.
Nov 1, 2024
WLOS: Free dental clinic
The North Carolina Dental Society Foundation Missions of Mercy (MOM) Program will serve the residents of Western NC, offering free dental services to adults.
Oct 3, 2024
Hurricane Helene ravages dentists' homes, practices in southeast
Storm has left more than 150 dead
Aug 13, 2024
Mountain Xpress: Hundreds of Buncombe County residents expected to receive free dental services
Missions of Mercy (MOM) will hold free dental clinic in Asheville Sept 6-7.
Aug 13, 2024
Kiowa County Press: Daily Newscast
Dr. Miranda Kalaskey (Raleigh) offers helpful advice for cavity prevention and encourages parents to re-enforce healthy eating habits for their children.
Aug 13, 2024
Live Science: Should you floss before or after you brush your teeth?
Drs. Naomi Lane and Chavala Harris offer advice for avoiding tooth decay as well as best practices for brushing and flossing.
Aug 13, 2024
The Martin County Enterprise: Dentists stress child's dental health during summer
Dr. Miranda Kalaskey (Raleigh) offers advice for avoiding cavities and encourages parents to provide healthy snacks for children.
Aug 13, 2024
MSN.com: Words of Wisdom on Wisdom Teeth: Insights from NC Oral Surgeon
Dr. Alex H. Crisp (Wake Forest, NC) shares expertise regarding the removal of wisdom teeth.
Jul 20, 2024
Public News Service: NC dentists stress importance of children's dental health during summer
Mr. Miranda Kalaskey (Raleigh) highlights the importance of children's dental care and routine visits.
Jul 20, 2024
NBC News: Medical freedom vs. public health: Should fluoride be in our drinking water?
Dr. Frank Courts (Boone) discusses the benefits of fluoride in community water systems.
May 1, 2024
NC Newsline: NC doesn’t pay dentists enough to treat Medicaid beneficiaries, new report says
Jim Goodman CEO and Executive Director of the NC Dental Society advocates for higher Medicaid reimbursement rates for NC licensed dentists.
May 1, 2024
WUNC: Dentists lobby for higher Medicaid reimbursement rate
NCDS President, Dr. Robert Stowe (Winston Salem) sheds light on low reimbursement rates and its effect on access to dental care.
May 1, 2024
The Robesonian: Dentists lobby for higher Medicaid reimbursement rates
NCDS President Dr. Robert Stowe (Winston-Salem) discusses Medicaid reimbursement rates as it relates to access to care.
May 1, 2024
WSOC: Dentists push for Union County to put fluoride in water
Dr. Noah Menaker (Charlotte) discusses the benefits of fluoride and cavity prevention.
May 1, 2024
Queen City News: Union County residents concerned about fluoride levels in water treatment systems
Dr. Frank Courts discusses oral health benefits of fluoridated water in community water systems.
Apr 18, 2024
Business North Carolina: The North Carolina Dental Society Names New Executive Director and CEO
The North Carolina Dental Society Board of Trustees has named James Goodman, CMP, CAE, as its new executive director and chief executive officer.
Apr 18, 2024
The Greenville Daily Reflector: ‘The need is still there for oral care for children': Low turnout for free event belies scope of children's dental problems, health officials say
Drs. Lee and Jasper Lewis (Greenville) host annual Give Kids A Smile Event at their pediatric dental office.
Apr 18, 2024
FOX 8: Dental community battles to keep fluoride in North Carolina county’s water
Dr. Frank Courts of Union County advocates for community fluoridated water systems in Union County.
Apr 18, 2024
WFMY News: Best Practices on Eating Candy this Valentines Day
Dr. Elaine Vowell warns snacking on candy throughout the day is worse than consuming it in one sitting. Dentists advise its best to eat sugar or dessert with a meal and to not allow sugar to sit on teeth.
Apr 18, 2024
Public News Service: NC dentists raises awareness on childhood tooth decay and prevention
North Carolina dentist, Dr. Chavala Harris (Greensboro) raises discusses tooth decay and prevention.
Apr 18, 2024
North Carolina Health News: Dentists Lobby for Higher Reimbursement Rates
NC Dental Society President, Dr. Robert Stowe and North Carolina dentists are lobbying for higher reimbursement rates.
Apr 18, 2024
ECU News: ECU dental school’s second-year students receive white coats
Dr. Roslyn Crisp (President-Elect of the NCDS) and Dr, Curtis Newsome addressed the Class of 2026 and provided encouraging words about being future leaders in the profession.
Apr 18, 2024
Winston-Salem Journal: Oral Health Crisis
Dr. Frank Courts describes the oral health crisis due to Medicaid expansion and its effect on North Carolina dentists.
Jan 24, 2024
Neuse News: Letter to the editor: Something must be done about NC’s oral health care crisis
Dr. Frank Courts (Boone, N.C.) shares letter regarding the Medicaid crisis and how it is affecting dentists, patients and access to care.
Dec 11, 2023
The Johnston County Report: Letter To The Editor: Something Must Be Done About NC’s Oral Health Care Crisis
Dr. Frank Courts, chair of the North Carolina Dental Society Council on Oral Health and Prevention describes the effect of Medicaid expansion on North Carolina dentists.
