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California dentist credits patience and persistence for successful renegotiation of plan reimbursement rates

Dr. Felicia L. Lai, a practice owner in California, successfully renegotiated reimbursement rates with several dental plans plans using patience, persistence and organized data.
November 5, 2026 |Member Profile Series

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Online infection control training for unlicensed dental assistants now allowed by law

Legislation supported by CDA and signed into law by the governor provides flexibility in how unlicensed dental assistants complete required infection control training, including through virtual course options.
October 7, 2026 |Legislation

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Public Health Leadership Award winner Jared Fine, DDS, is recognized for over 50 years of dedicated service toward equitable access to dental care

Dr. Jared Fine receives CDA Foundation’s Public Health Leadership Award for his work expanding dental care access and promoting health equity.

November 3, 2026 |CDA Foundation

Compliance countdown: What all dental practices should know ahead of the HIPAA Security Rule changes

HIPAA Security Rule updates are scheduled to be finalized in July 2027. Abyde, a CDA Endorsed Services partner, shares what’s changing and how to prepare.

November 3, 2026 |Endorsed Services

New laws will affect California employers in 2027

Dentists in California will need to comply with new and amended employment laws in 2027, including expanded bereavement leave rights and prohibition of certain types and use of workplace surveillance.

October 29, 2026 |Laws & Regulations

Education for dentists evolves to expand health access, equity and whole-person care

The CDA Foundation’s education offerings have risen to meet the changing needs and health challenges of patients and providers. Early programs addressed gaps in care for vulnerable children and older adults. Today’s programs give providers tools to advocate and care for patients’ total well-being.

October 19, 2026 |CDA Foundation

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October 29, 2026
New laws will affect California employers in 2027
Dentists in California will need to comply with new and amended employment laws in 2027, including expanded bereavement leave rights and prohibition of certain types and use of workplace surveillance.
August 5, 2026
Before rescinding that job offer … risk mitigation for California dental practices
In California, once an offer of employment is made or accepted, withdrawing it can create legal risk for the employer. CDA analysts share three risky scenarios and advice for improving hiring.
July 9, 2026
Hire and host without risk: Working with temporary employees, minors and observers in the dental practice
CDA guidance explains how to maintain compliance when hosting interns and observers, working with volunteers and hiring minors as employees.

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