Professor, retired colonel recipient of ADA Distinguished Service Award

Jul 29, 2024
Theresa S. Gonzales, D.M.D., continues to demonstrate commitment to underserved

Retired U.S. Army Col. Theresa S. Gonzales, D.M.D., remembers her childhood dentist well.

“Our dental care was provided by the local dentist in my hometown, and I can honestly say that the only two words that he ever spoke to me, or my four siblings, was ‘open’ and ‘spit.’” Read the full article.

Apr 10, 2025

From the Fairway to the Green: Legislative Session Moves Forward

The legislative calendar doesn’t always line up perfectly with the Masters Tournament in Augusta, but we couldn’t resist the comparison. Both are high-stakes, strategy-driven, and full of unexpected turns. Both require focus and a strong finish. The Illinois legislative session has reached its halfway point. Like at the Masters, we’ve completed the front nine and we’re headed into the back nine with solid momentum. In the legislature, no bill is ever truly out until the session officially ends, which for now is scheduled for May 31. Still, the halfway point offers a helpful snapshot of what’s moving.

Mar 27, 2025

ISDS Trustee at Large Position

The ISDS Board of Trustees now includes an "at-large" position, established in 2022, which can be filled by a qualified member from any component society. Dr. Keith Evans currently holds this position until 2026.

Mar 25, 2025

March Legislative Update

The 2025 legislative session is underway, with over 6,600 bills being introduced. ISDS is closely tracking more than 175 of them for their potential impact on dentistry. While we're still in the early stages, the session runs through the end of May, and we’ll need your engagement to help advance our priorities.

Feb 26, 2025

Down State Society Caucus is now accepting Nominations for ADA Delegates and Alternates for 2026

Nominations are now being accepted for Delegates and Alternates to serve Illinois in the Eighth District Delegation to the 2026 ADA House of Delegates in Indianapolis, Indiana. “We encourage the election of ADA Council members and first time or new dentist delegates for our delegation to better represent the dentists of Illinois.” Election of the Delegates and Alternates will be conducted at the Downstate Dental Society Caucus meeting on Saturday September 13, 2025, during the ISDS Annual Session in Peoria.

Sep 19, 2024

ISDS and IDFPR launch new campaign!

ISDS and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) have launched a joint campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of unlicensed dentists.

Aug 16, 2024

Donate to the $50,000 challenge!

An anonymous donor has generously offered to match all donations with a contribution of their own, dollar-for-dollar, up to a total of $50,000.