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Real talk about dentistry’s daily wins and sticky situations.

New Acute Pain Guideline

Read recommendations on managing acute dental pain in patients over age 12.

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.

Announcing the 2026 ISDS Foundation Scholarship Winners

Aug 4, 2026
We are delighted to announce this year’s recipients of the Illinois State Dental Society Foundation Scholarships!

Our applicants were challenged to create thoughtful, original video essays that share their journeys through dental school, reflect on what excites and scares them about a future in dentistry, and outline how this scholarship will help them achieve their goals after graduation.

Each submission was reviewed for creativity, insight, and authenticity, and we are inspired by the dedication and passion our winners have demonstrated. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to these remarkable students and look forward to seeing the impact they will have on our profession.

Thank you to everyone who applied, and to our review committee for upholding the highest standards of fairness and integrity throughout the process.

Our winners:
Midwestern: Bhavik Patel, Nicole Griffin 
UIC: Laith Abuzir, Lianna Chacon
SIU: Chase Fincham, Kassandra Canales

To view their winning submissions, visit this link.