Students & New Dentists
California dental students advocate at state Capitol to address workforce shortages, protect patient access
For the first time since 2019, California dental students were able to meet in person with legislative staff and have a meet-and-greet with Assemblymember Jim Wood, DDS, at the state Capitol as part of CDA’s Grassroots Advocacy Days.
CNSU student’s difficult journey into dental school becomes a ‘story about resilience’
Every month, CDA highlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Get to know Andrew Duong of California Northstate University’s class of 2026.
‘Comparison is the thief of joy’ UCSF dental student shares how he maintains his confidence during challenging moments
Each month, CDA spotlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Get to know Leopold Samba of UCSF School of Dentistry’s class of 2026.
CDA-hosted meetups for dentists pair career-building support and guidance with food and upbeat activities
CDA will host two in-person gatherings in San Diego and Ontario in late March that are especially geared toward early-career dentists who want to define or refine their career goals, but dentists in any stage of practice with an eye on the future are invited to attend.
Every shared dental-space arrangement needs a shared agreement
Space sharing — that is, sharing space or renting an operatory in an established dental office — may be a viable option for dentists in various stages of their career if the terms are carefully considered by both parties and all proper steps are taken.
UCLA dental student shares his secret to overcoming minor setbacks
Every month, CDA highlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Get to know Guo Chin Hung of UCLA School of Dentistry's class of 2024.
‘Simply treating a tooth is inadequate’ – Recipient of Student Loan Repayment Grant has visionary long-term goal
The CDA Foundation awarded Dr. Stone just over $103,000 in student loan repayment in exchange for her commitment to maintain an overall patient caseload of at least 30% Medi-Cal patients for at least two years in either a Dental Health Professional Shortage Area or an underserved worksite.
UCSF dental student highlights proudest achievement helping international students get involved in the student body
Each month, CDA spotlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Get to know Yao Ching “Albert” Hsieh of UCSF School of Dentistry class of 2024.
‘If you weren’t ready, you wouldn’t be here’ Western University dental student shares how she stays motivated when she feels lost
Every month, CDA spotlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Get to know Auva Ravanpey from Western University of Health Sciences class of 2024.
Four loan repayment and scholarship opportunities for California dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, students
Dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants and dental and hygiene students in California may be eligible for financial assistance via loan repayment or a scholarship through the Department of Health Care Access and Information.
UCLA dental student highlights the gratification of restoring his patients’ smiles
Every month, CDA spotlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Get to know Abdullah Alkhateeb of UCLA School of dentistry class of 2023.
June Student Spotlight
Each month, CDA spotlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. CDA’s June Student Spotlight, Maryam Haque from Western University of Health Sciences, shares the most valuable piece of advice she’s received and how it’s helped boost her self-confidence.