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Welcome to the G.V. Black District Dental Society!

The G. V. Black District Dental Society is a component (local dental society) of the Illinois State Dental Society and American Dental Association and has been serving the profession of dentistry since 1929.

The Society was named in honor of Dr. Greene Vardiman Black, who was born in 1836 in central Illinois and is known as "one of the founders of modern dentistry". Today, the Society has 155 members who are located in Sangamon, Logan, Menard, Cass, Morgan, Scott and Montgomery counties and a portion of Macoupin County within Illinois. Members includes general practitioners as well as dental specialists.

Having Financial Hardships Due to Natural Disasters?

Jun 24, 2025

If you’re facing financial hardship due to a natural disaster or other unforeseen crisis, the Illinois State Dental Society Foundation’s Dentist Relief Fund is here to help. 

Disabled dentists and their families, as well as spouses and dependents of deceased dentists, may be eligible for assistance through this program. The primary purpose is to provide emergency and temporary aid to dentists. When circumstances demonstrate an unusual need, dependents of dentists can also benefit. Contact the Foundation for more information.