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HR audits help dental practices keep employees, reduce risk of labor complaints

CDA analysts recommend every employer-dentist conduct an HR audit, which typically reviews five key areas of employment law for noncompliance. Here are general guidelines and CDA resources to help employers conduct an HR audit in the dental practice.

February 9, 2026 |Employment Practices, Hiring, Firing & Performance, Office Policies & Manuals

A boost to students’ well-being through new dental school events grant

The CDA Foundation has launched a Wellness Grant to support events at California dental schools. Applications are open, and grants will be awarded on a rolling basis.

February 4, 2026 |CDA Foundation, Students

Action against Delta Dental heats up across U.S.: What dentists should know

Two lawsuits are moving forward against Delta Dental. Here’s what dentists should know about the two cases. 

February 3, 2026 |Delta Dental, Dental Plan Reform

Community dental clinic, result of partnership, opens in South Lake Tahoe to address high need

In October 2025, three organizations partnered to open the South Lake Tahoe Dental Clinic of EDCHC — the first of its kind in this area.

February 2, 2026 |Public Health

Poll: Nearly half of Medi-Cal dentists said they would disenroll if Medi-Cal rate cuts take effect; 1 in 3 said they would see fewer Medi-Cal members

A survey conducted by CDA found that 49% of Medi-Cal dentists would leave the program if the proposed cuts to provider rates take effect this year.

January 22, 2026 |Access to Care, Advocacy, Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal

Closing the gap between evidence and practice: CDA Journal highlights 11 CPGs overlooked by dentists

CDA Journal Editor-in-Chief Kerry K. Carney, DDS, CDE, talks about the inspiration behind the collection and why it’s important for dentists to stay up to date on emerging evidence in clinical care. 

January 19, 2026 |Online Learning, Patient Care

OSHA myths busted: What California dental practices need to know

The experts at Abyde share how dental practices can decode OSHA regulations and more easily comply.

January 19, 2026 |Cal/OSHA Safety Regulations, Endorsed Services, Infection Control, Regulatory Compliance

CDA-convened coalition of 70-plus groups fights to stop $1B cuts to Medi-Cal Dental

CDA has organized more than 70 California health care provider groups, labor and workforce advocates and children’s advocacy organizations to support preserving essential Medi-Cal Dental funding.

January 15, 2026 |Advocacy, Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal

Federal judge blocks policy imposing $100K fee for new H-1B visas

Employers seeking an exemption to the H-1B visa petition application can submit a request to DHS with supporting documentation.

January 15, 2026 |Staffing & Training

Celebrating 25 years of expanding access to care: The evolution of CDA Foundation clinics

The CDA Foundation’s volunteer leadership reflect on how clinic models have evolved to increase impact and support sustainable access to care.

January 14, 2026 |Access to Care, CDA Foundation, Public Health

A year of big advocacy accomplishments for CDA on behalf of members, dental profession, patients

CDA accomplished and advanced major priorities in 2025 with the help of CDA members and dental professionals.

December 12, 2025 |Dental Plan Reform, Legislation, Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal

Six ways smart office management can strengthen the whole dental practice 

When the office manager and doctor lead as aligned partners, the team stays motivated and the practice grows with purpose.

December 10, 2025 |Dental Benefit Plans, Endorsed Services, Practice Management
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