New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Improving the quality and care of oral and maxillofacial treatment.
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OMS Advocacy In Action

Why It Matters: Legislative and regulatory decisions directly affect oral and maxillofacial surgery practices, patient access to care, reimbursement, workforce development, licensure requirements, and professional autonomy. NYSSOMS monitors these developments year-round to ensure the specialty's voice is represented in Albany.

Meetings & Events

Fall Meeting-Register Today!

Join NYSSOMS on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City or participate virtually in the 2026 Fall Scientific Meeting: Advances in OMS Care—Implants & Pediatric Anesthesia.

Featuring Dr. Amit Punj and Dr. David Beanland, the program will explore prosthodontic principles for implant treatment and comprehensive approaches to pediatric anesthesia in the OMS office.

Attendees may earn 4.5 CE credits, including 2.5 hours approved by NYSED toward the 12-hour triennial continuing education requirement for anesthesia/sedation permit renewal.

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NYSSOMS Leaders Represent the Specialty at Governor Hochul Event

NYSSOMS President Dr. Michael Turner and Vice President Dr. Sherrill Fay represented the New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons at an October 22, 2026, fundraising event with Governor Kathy Hochul in New York City.

Sponsored by NYSSOMS’ lobbying firm, Reid, McNally & Savage, the event provided an opportunity to strengthen relationships with state leadership and raise awareness of the specialty’s role in patient care.

NYSSOMS remains committed to advocating for oral and maxillofacial surgeons and the patients they serve throughout New York State.

 

Latest News

Scam Alert for Dentists: Impersonation Calls Reported Nationwide

Mar 25, 2026

State dental boards around the country are reporting a scam in which callers impersonate board investigators or federal agents and claim a dentist’s license is under investigation for illegal prescribing or drug-related offenses. Callers may spoof official phone numbers, reference real agency names, or transfer the dentist to someone posing as an FBI or DEA agent.

Their goal is to create urgency and fear so the dentist will provide personal information or pay an immediate “fee.”

Key reminders:

Legitimate state boards, the DEA, and the FBI do not demand payment by phone or threaten immediate arrest.

  • Regulatory agencies normally communicate official notices in writing, such as certified mail or verified email.
  • Dentists should hang up immediately if they receive a suspicious call and avoid sharing any personal or financial information.
  • Members should directly contact their state dental board using the number listed on the board’s official website to verify any inquiry.
  • Incidents should be reported to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at www.ic3.gov.