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Do You Really Need The Dyson AI Toothbrush?
ODA President Dr. Janet Leith adds some perspective amid much buzz about Dyson’s new $700 toothbrush. Visit the Chatelaine website to read the full story.
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A woman in leadership: Dr. Janet Leith leads the ODA for 2026-2027
On June 1, Dr. Janet Leith becomes the 153rd ODA President, succeeding Dr. David Brown. Her leadership comes at a time when many dentists are looking for a stronger connection, support and clarity. In her interview with Ontario Dentist (June 2026 issue), Dr. Leith explains that one of her goals as President is to get […]
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A Message from Dr. David Brown and Dr. Jonathan Mayer
In follow-up to my message to you on April 6, Dr. Jonathan Mayer has asked me to share his apology with all members below. The Board of Directors recognizes that this situation has had a real impact on members, causing hurt, frustration, and concern. We also want to acknowledge and respect that there is a […]
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Results of Independent Task Force Review
The ODA Board of Directors has completed its consideration of an independent task force report that reviewed Dr. Jonathan Mayer’s social media posts. Dr. Mayer has accepted the findings of the report and has committed to fulfilling all of its recommendations. The Board has therefore decided that Dr. Mayer should be given the opportunity to […]
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Update from Dr. David Brown, Chair, ODA Board of Directors and President, on the independent task force
An independent task force struck by the ODA Board of Directors has completed its review of recent social media activity by Dr. Jonathan Mayer, Director and Vice-President. The task force was created to review that social media activity, along with related communications received by the ODA about the issue, and to prepare a report to […]
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Update from Dr. David Brown, Chair, ODA Board of Directors and President
An independent task force has begun its review of recent social media activity by Dr. Jonathan Mayer, Director and Vice-President. The task force will carry out its mandate in a fair and impartial manner. This includes reviewing complaints received by the ODA related to the posts at issue and providing Dr. Mayer with an opportunity […]
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Statement from Dr. David Brown, Chair, Board of Directors and President
The ODA Board of Directors is aware of member concerns regarding recent social media activity involving Dr. Jonathan Mayer, Director and Vice-President of the ODA. The Board takes these concerns seriously. The Board discussed this matter at its meeting today, February 6, 2026. Based on that discussion, the Board is initiating a review process. To […]
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Dental program improving, industry says, but misconceptions about ‘free’ care persist
OTTAWA — The rollout of the national dental care program is improving, industry representatives say – but political statements are still driving a misconception among patients that the program will cost them nothing. Read the full article on CTVNews.ca featuring Dr. David Brown, ODA President.
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Expansion of the CDCP
Dr. David Brown, ODA President, was interviewed as part of a story on CityNews on July 14, 2025, to discuss the expansion of the CDCP and the patients slipping through the cracks. The story was repeated on CityNews at 6 in Toronto and also aired on CityNews in Vancouver. Watch online
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State of the CDCP
Dr. David Brown, ODA President, was on The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll on July 15, 2025, to discuss the state of the CDCP and the fact that half of the requests for complex dental work under the plan are rejected. Listen online