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EIOH Faculty, Alumni and Supporters Recognized

Feb. 6, 2025

Eastman Institute for Oral Health faculty, alumni and steadfast supporters were recognized with deserving awards by the Seventh Distric Dental Society. They include Dr. Sean McLaren (Peds ’06, GPR ’03), Dr. Taylor Squires (Ortho ’21), Dr. Peter T. Clement (GenDen ’90), Dr. Richard Andolina, and Mary Kay Calnon.

award winners standing and looking at camera at event
(l to r) Dr. Peter Clement, Mary Kay Calnon, Dr. Taylor Squires, Dr. Sean McLaren (Dr. Andolina not pictured)

Dr. Sean McLaren was recognized with the Robert E. Parker, III Award.  Dr. Parker embodied the seven tenets of the dental society including stewardship and volunteerism. The award is given to a deserving individual or organization for outstanding volunteer and community service.

Dr. Taylor Squires was given the Frederick J. Halik Award, which recognizes a new dentist for outstanding leadership and significant contributions to dentistry and the community.

Dr. Peter Clement was honored with the George D. Greenwood Award, for his dedication, participation and loyalty.

Dr. Richard Andolina, Sr. was given the Award of Merit for his service and dedication to dental colleagues and to the community.

Mary Kay Calnon was awarded as an Honorary Member, for her many years of dedication and support of the profession.

The Seventh District Dental Society is a component of the New York State Dental Association which is a constituent of The American Dental Association. The Society represents more than 800 member dentists in the New York State counties of Cayuga, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates.

Through the strength of membership, SDDS, NYSDA, and the ADA are able to participate in important legislative discussions and activities to help shape and impact the dental profession.