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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.

In Memoriam

Aug 6, 2024
Each August, we pay tribute to those member dentists we have lost in the past year. Their passion, expertise, and commitment to caring for their patients will be deeply missed.
Dentists play a crucial role in maintaining the oral health of individuals, ensuring bright smiles and overall well-being. As we reflect on the past year, it is with heavy hearts that we pay tribute to the dentists we have lost. These dedicated professionals selflessly served their communities, working tirelessly to alleviate dental pain and improve oral health.

We are forever grateful for their contributions and the lasting impact they made on the dental profession. May their legacy be remembered and cherished as we honor their invaluable service to the people of Illinois.

If you know of a member dentist who has passed, please contact ISDS Member Relations Assistant, Danielle Williams.

In Memoriam: 8/1/2023 – 8/1/2024
Jeffrey G. Lapsker (8/4/23)
Raymond L. D’Amico (8/5/23)
Richard W. Alcorn (9/3/23)
Lester C. Liby (9/5/23)
Atwood J. Huff (9/7/23)
Martin Marshack (9/27/23)
Russell K. Wangen (10/9/23)
David R. Bisterfeldt (10/17/23)
Donald G. Brandeau (10/24/23)
John R. Goska (10/27/23)Dr.
Carter Hagberg (11/15/2023)
Joanna Baranovskis (11/18/23)
Douglas Nichols (12/13/23)
Gerald R. Lynch (12/14/23)
Romualdas R. Povilaitis (12/14/23)
Paul J. Ineich (12/15/23)
James T. Barrett (12/21/23)
Donald J.  Provenzale (12/23/23)
Gerald W. Burkett (12/28/23)
James F. Wahl (1/6/24)
David L. Krick (1/8/24)
Justin Dewayne Settle (2/15/24)
Vincent J. Losito (3/23/24)
Andrew W. Browar (4/7/24)
Mark A. Robinson (5/9/24)
Thomas E. Davey (5/24/24)
John A. Schmeda (5/24/24)
Nils F. Sandstrom (7/13/24)
William E. Cusack (8/12/24)