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Member to Member: Practice models & payer decisions

California dentist rises to the challenge of being a new practice owner while out of network with Delta Dental

A California dentist successfully transitions out of network with Delta Dental while navigating his new role as practice owner. Read about his journey.
March 12, 2026 |Billing, Contracts and Fees, Delta Dental, Leadership and Practice Ownership

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CDA, Save Our Dental Care coalition launch calls to action on Medi-Cal Dental funding

CDA and the Save Our Dental Care coalition have launched saveourdentalcare.org with ways for dentists and other coalition members to take action in the critical fight to prevent devastating Medi-Cal Dental budget cuts.
February 13, 2026 |Access to Care, Advocacy, Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal

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Are your patients recording audio and video in the dental office?

Conversations recorded between dentists and patients without permission from either party can create serious legal risks for dental professionals. Here is how dentists can avoid risks, especially as wearable technology becomes more popular.

March 11, 2026 |Privacy/HIPAA, Risk Management/TDIC

Smile, Hero and Advocate Supporters: New Friends of the Foundation options to meet giving abilities and philanthropy goals

The Friends of the Foundation donor program has relaunched to bring together even more supporters and recognize generosity at every level. 

March 9, 2026 |CDA Foundation

Remembering Dr. Lewis Turchi, CDA past president 

Lewis Turchi, DDS, CDA past president, died January 31, 2026. He was a respected leader who served as a trustee to the American Dental Association and held many leadership positions within CDA before becoming president in 1992.

March 5, 2026 |News Articles

CDA-sponsored bill creates pathway to RDH licensure for internationally trained dentists

Internationally trained dentists will have a way to qualify for a registered dental hygienist license in California if a CDA-sponsored bill is passed and signed into law this fall.

March 5, 2026 |Advocacy, Legislation, Staffing & Training

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February 24, 2026
When smartphones, side gigs and odors disrupt the dental office
Here are just four areas of employee conduct and attire that practice owners might consider addressing through a workplace policy.
Leave of absence February 17, 2026
Are you prepared to be short a dental team member? Get leave management support 
What leave of absence laws apply to California dental practices? CDA discusses the importance of documentation and offers a quick online assessment for members.
February 9, 2026
HR audits help dental practices keep employees, reduce risk of labor complaints
Excessive tardiness and absences, no-shows, abrupt exits and short stints: An HR audit may not prevent every instance of these,...

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