Meetings and Events
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Early Career Dentists & Dental Students Meet & Greet
Join us for an afternoon of networking, advice, and fun!
The event begins with a 30-minute panel featuring experienced dentists, an attorney, and a banker who will share practical advice and answer questions. Afterwards, enjoy Topgolf games, heavy appetizers, and two drinks—all made possible through an ADA Grant.
Special Membership Raffle: Any OCDS member who brings a non-member dentist will be entered to win a $300 Topgolf gift card (compliments of Dr. David Lipton). A non-member guest will also receive a $300 gift card.
To register, email oakdds@oaklanddentalsociety.com and include the names of the OCDS ECD member dentist and their guest (guest must be a practicing dentist or dental student).
Topgolf • Auburn Hills, Michigan
2:00 PM Complimentary Arrival Time for Set Up
3:00 PM-4:00 PM Short Panel Presentation with questions & Answers. From the Early Career perspective.
4:00 PM-6:00 PM Transition to Top Golf Bays
4:15 PM Buffet style catering for 90 minutes
Top Contender Timeline for the tournament is:
4:00 PM Warm up
4:30- 5:30/ 5:45 PM Tournament Round One (Facilitated by Golf Pro & tournament ambassador.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
OCDS Dinner Meeting
Speaker: Keshav Grover, MD
"Botox & Beyond: An Integrative Approach to TMJ & Your Patient's Health & Wellness"
Join us for an informative evening as Dr. Keshav Grover discusses contemporary approaches to TMJ disorders and explores how oral health connects with overall patient health and wellness.
Special Note: Please observe the Oakland Hills Country Club policies regarding attire and cell phone usage.
Oakland Hills Country Club
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Registration Form Link below:
Digital Registration link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991244404617?aff=oddtdtcreator
Schedule
5:30 PM – Registration & Refreshments
6:15 PM – Dinner & Announcements
7:00 PM – Program
We look forward to an engaging presentation and an enjoyable evening with colleagues and friends.
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Women in Dentistry Joint Meeting
Oakland County Dental Society & Detroit District Dental Society
"Health, Longevity, and Performance for Women in Dentistry: An Interactive Lecture & Lab"
Presented by Susan Brimacombe, MS, ATC
Join colleagues from the Oakland County Dental Society and the Detroit District Dental Society for an engaging and interactive evening focused on optimizing health, longevity, and professional performance for women in dentistry.
Somerset Inn
2601 W. Big Beaver Road
Troy, Michigan
Schedule
5:30 PM – Registration & Refreshments
6:30 PM – Dinner & Announcements
7:00 PM – Interactive Lecture & Lab
We look forward to an evening of learning, networking, and collaboration with fellow dental professionals
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
OCDS Study Club
"Autoimmune Disease in the Dental Patient: Oral Manifestations, Medications, and Clinical Management"
Presented by Omar Mario Masabni, BDS, DDS, MS &
Join us for an informative evening as Dr. Masabni explores the oral manifestations of autoimmune diseases, the impact of medications on dental care, and practical strategies for clinical management of these complex patients.
Troy Community Center
3179 Livernois Road
Troy, Michigan
Schedule
5:30 PM – Registration & Refreshments
6:15 PM – Dinner & Announcements
7:00 PM – Program
We look forward to an evening of continuing education and professional discussion with colleagues and friends. Registration information will follow soon!
Friday, January 22, 2027
OCDS All Day Seminar
CPR, Ethics & Pain Management- Speakers TBD
Auburn Hills Marriott-Pontiac
3600 Centerpoint Parkway, Pontiac, MI
8:30 am registration, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm meeting
Wednesday, March 2027
OCDS with Macomb Dinner Meeting TBD
Thursday, May 20- Saturday, May 22, 2027
MDA Annual Session & HOD
Grand Rapids, MI
Thursday, May 6, 2027
OCDS Dinner Meeting
TBD
5:30 pm dinner, 6:15 pm meeting
