Peninsula Dental Job Fair
2026-05-02 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Alexandria at San Carlos, 835 Industrial Rd., San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Meet people who know how to find what you’re looking for:

a job / a practice / an associate / a staff member

Whether you’re a dental professional* looking for a job, an associateship, a practice, or employment guidance OR ‐ on the flip‐side ‐ a dentist or group practice looking for an associate, employee, or auxiliary staff ‐ you’re in luck. The Peninsula Dental Job Fair will connect you with people who ARE or who KNOW HOW TO FIND what you’re looking for. We’re also inviting next year’s grads to give everyone a leg up on getting to know one another.

*general dentist, specialist, hygienist, dental assistant, front office/office manager

Free! Lunch provided

NOT hot in the market – come by anyway and give us your two‐cents on what makes a great job fair.

Breakout Sessions with Industry Experts

10:00am-11:00am Land the Role: Insider Strategies to Ace the Dental Interview and Get Hired Fast11am-12:00pm Resume Review12:00pm-1:00pm The Hybrid Practice Revolution 1 CE1:00pm-1:45pm Jobs & Hiring Networking Lunch

Current registered Hiring, Staff Resources and Industry Experts

College of San Mateo Dental Assisting

Dental & Medical Counsel

Dentu-Temps

Foothill College Dental Hygiene

JVS

Revolve Practice Transitions

Roam Commercial Realty

Swiss Monkey

Peninsula Dental Compliance Symposium
2026-05-02 08:00 - 18:00 | The Alexandria at San Carlos, 835 Industrial Rd., San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Join us for our Peninsula Dental Compliance SymposiumA unique training day to complete mandatory trainings for the entire team.Featured presentations include delivering complex and restorative multidisciplinary cases and a hands-on 3D Printing Workshop.We are also including workshops and a networking lunch to connect you with talented personnel for your practice.Limited Space Available. Purchase tickets today!

Earn up to 8 CE in One Day!CE Courses**Please note 8 CE is the maximum for one day.**

California Dental Practice Act 2 CE

Infection Control 2 CE

Cal-OSHA 2 CE

CPR Renewal 3 CE (Separate Registration Required)

Harassment Prevention for Employers 2 CE

Harassment Prevention for Employees 1 CE

Delivering Complex Restorative and Multidisciplinary Cases 1.5 CE

3D Printing Hands-On Workshop 2 CE

Predictable Efficient Coronal Reconstruction of the Endodontically Treated Tooth 1.5 CE

The Hybrid Practice Revolution 1 CE

Additional Job Fair Events and Workshops (Separate Registration Required)

Land the Role: Insider Strategies to Ace the Dental Interview and Get Hired Fast

Hiring Networking Lunch

Up to 8 CE Units (Core & 20%). Member Cost includes San Mateo County & Mid-Peninsula Dental Societies. Member Team Members’ Cost is $75.00. CDA Members’ & Teams Cost is $100.00. Students’ Cost is $75.00.

Toothpaste Truths: What Every Dental Professional Needs to Know
2026-03-26 18:00 - 20:00 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
This CE course provides dental professionals with a comprehensive understanding of toothpaste, including its ingredients, indications, mechanisms of action, and current evidence-based recommendations.This continuing education course explores the science, composition, and clinical implications of toothpaste formulations. Dental professionals will gain a deeper understanding of active and inactive ingredients, including fluoride and its alternatives, abrasives, humectants, surfactants, and desensitizing agents. The course will also address the latest evidence on whitening, sensitivity, natural and DIY products, and how to guide patient recommendations based on individual oral health needs.Learning ObjectivesAfter this course, attendees will be able to:

Describe the key components and functions of common toothpaste ingredients, including abrasives, humectants, detergents, and therapeutic agents.

Explain the role of fluoride and alternative active ingredients (e.g., nanohydroxyapatite and xylitol) in caries prevention and enamel remineralization.

Identify different toothpaste formulations tailored for specific oral health needs, such as sensitivity, whitening, gingivitis, erosion, and dry mouth.

Interpret toothpaste labeling and ingredient lists to make evidence-based product recommendations for diverse patient populations.

Analyze the safety and effectiveness of trending or alternative toothpaste products, including natural and DIY formulations, using current scientific literature.

Apply patient-centered communication strategies when educating patients about toothpaste selection and use based on individual oral health status.

Member Cost includes San Mateo County & Mid-Peninsula Dental Societies.

Ridge Preservation: Less Traumatic Extractions and Bone Grafting for Implant Placement
2026-03-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Rd., San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Understand the biologic principles of post-extraction ridge remodeling and how extraction technique influences hard and soft tissue preservation.

Apply atraumatic extraction principles to minimize alveolar bone loss and optimize sites for future implant placement.

Select appropriate ridge preservation strategies based on socket anatomy, infection status, and implant timing considerations.

Choose bone grafting materials and barrier techniques that support predictable ridge preservation and implant-driven outcomes.

Integrate ridge preservation into comprehensive implant treatment planning to improve implant positioning, esthetics, and long-term success.

Member Cost includes San Mateo County & Mid-Peninsula Dental Societies. Member Team Members’ Cost is $15.00.

Last-Minute 2025 Tax Reduction & Smart 2026 Planning for Dental Practices
2026-03-05 18:30 - 20:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Most dentists don’t overpay taxes because they lack a CPA they overpay because advanced strategies require coordination before filing, not after.This panel is designed specifically for dental practice owners who want to:• Reduce their 2025 tax bill before filing• Avoid common filing-season mistakes• Build a clean, defensible 2026 tax strategy aligned with practice growth and retirement goalsNo generic tax tips. No aggressive schemes. Just practical, compliant strategies dentists can actually use.LEARNING OBJECTIVES:2025 Last-Minute Tax Reduction Opportunities• How Defined Benefit Pension Plans can still generate six-figure deductions before filing• How Cost Segregation can still generate deduction before filing• When Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) make sense for dentists selling a practice, real estate, or appreciated assets• Common filing mistakes that cost dentists tens of thousands and how to avoid them2026 Forward-Looking Tax Planning• Structuring retirement contributions for maximum deductions with minimal cash-flow strain• Planning ahead for:• Associate buy-ins• Group practices• DSO conversations• Using ILITs and estate planning tools to protect family, legacy, and practice continuity

Using Tech to Seamlessly Make Your Office Extraordinary
2025-11-12 18:00 - 21:00 | The Alexandria at San Carlos, 835 Industrial Rd., San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
50 years ago, patients were perfectly content if their dentist was pleasant, clinically competent, and thorough. Today, Amazon and Google have changed our patients’ expectations of us, and completely transformed our opportunities to leverage the incredible advancements in software to make our offices modern, responsive, and extraordinary. In this 1hr CE presentation, Dr. Gupta outlines the various nuisances and inefficiencies that plague a typical dental office, and how they can be easily mitigated by utilizing these software advancements.Learning Objectives:

Learn the current mindset and expectations of today’s patient

Understand the evolution of software advancement in dentistry’s “Silicon Valley”

Challenge the audience to put themselves in their patient’s shoes to better understand the communication limitations in the typical dental office

Outline the steps to truly transform your office from ordinary to extraordinary

The Practice Ownership Bus Tour: Startup vs. Acquisition
2025-11-08 09:00 - 13:00 | 675 Mariners Island Blvd., 675 Mariners Island Blvd STE 101, san Mateo, California, 94404, United States
Join us for a unique, behind-the-scenes tour of thriving dental practices across the Peninsula, featuring a mix of both startups and acquisitions.This exclusive event goes beyond the typical startup focus, giving attendees a rare opportunity to see how doctors have launched successful practices and transitioned into ownership through acquisitions.You’ll tour multiple real practices, meet the industry experts who helped bring them to life, and gain practical, real-world insights on everything from build-outs and financing to ownership structures and team integration.Whether you’re planning a startup, considering an acquisition, or just exploring your options, this tour offers unmatched access and guidance to help you take the next step confidently.Space is limited—secure your spot today!

Year-End Taxes & Cash Flow
2025-10-15 18:30 - 20:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
This workshop, hosted by Laura Phillips, EA, Founder & CEO of The Phillips Group, provides dental professionals with a practical and proactive guide to year-end tax strategy and cash flow management. Participants will explore the latest legislative updates, including the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” and learn how to leverage key tax-saving opportunities like the PTE elective tax, advanced retirement planning, and strategic asset purchases. The session also delves into the nuances of compensation planning for family members and how to report and manage cryptocurrency transactions.Beyond taxes, the presentation emphasizes the importance of understanding practice cash flow, distinguishing it from profitability, and applying key performance indicators (KPIs) to track financial health. Attendees will leave equipped with actionable strategies to minimize taxes, optimize cash reserves, and build long-term financial strength for their practices.

Clinical Excellence in Restorative Dentistry for Children, Teens and Young Adults
2025-09-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Rd., San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Most dentists use composite resin every day in practice. However, very little advanced training exists for treating children and teens. This lecture will provide prescriptive instruction on how to confidently place esthetic, long-lasting restorations in both the anterior and posterior for primary and permanent teeth. Participants will be introduced to new concepts in engineering-based preparation design, anatomically accurate matrices, biofilm removal, and the use of headed composite.Learning ObjectivesUnderstand how the trifecta of enhanced magnification, biofilm removal and injection molding of heated composite can result in superior anterior and posterior composite restorations for pediatric and adolescent patients.

Achieve confidence in matrix, wedge and separator selection for modern compression-based Class II restorations. See how anatomical anterior matrices can greatly improve your restorative care

Learn the art and science of co-curing multi-viscosity composites (surfactant resin plus heated flowable plus heated paste composite)

Learn modern preparation designs for anterior and posterior restorations based on current engineering principles

Although Dr. Solomon will focus on pediatric and teen patients, all the content will be applicable for any age.

3D Printing Hands-on Workshop
2025-08-07 18:30 - 20:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Next Level of Digital Dentistry

Mandatory Annual Workplace Violence Prevention & Active Shooter Training
2025-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Online Webinar
Each year, an average of nearly 2 million American workers report having been a victim of violence at work, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics puts the number of annual workplace homicides at about 400. California now requires employers to have an “effective” program to prevent workplace violence in place by July 1, 2024; to include “Active Shooter Training” and to renew this training annually for all staff.Join SMCDS and speaker Dr. Kriss Ghafourpour, who will share his expertise on this topic reviewing the most common nationally recognized calls for action in such situations. Dr. Ghafourpour comes to us with over 30 years of experience in the Emergency Medical Services, currently Training Sergeant for Virginia Beach EMS, member of the FBI Infragard civilian task force, and a certified firearms instructor for the DOJ.This course will focus on your safety and how to be prepared and gain the skills needed to prevent, recognize, and increase your ability to survive during an active shooter incident. This course will provide details on what behaviors to look for and who to contact to prevent an active shooter incident. You will learn how to make educated life-saving decisions regarding which actions to take during an active shooter incident. You will also receive documents for setting up a response plan for your employee handbook, conducting drills, and appropriate first aid and safety equipment to add to your office.This course will cover:

Current Statistics and CA Senate Bill 533

Common active shooter behavior

When to report suspicious behavior

Active shooter trends

Recognize a threat and transition quickly to take action.

Determine how to prepare yourself to escape, hide, and fight during an active shooter incident.

What to do when law enforcement arrives

How to Strategically Sell to a Partner, Associate, or a DSO
2025-06-17 18:30 - 20:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Upon completion of this session, attendees should be able to:

Determine the value of a practice.

Evaluate the right kind of buyer.

Learn how to implement tax-saving strategies.

Learn the HR pitfalls you need to implement before selling so you don’t get sued into retirement.

Learn what to include in the most important agreements: Letter of Intent, Asset Purchase Agreement, etc.

Determine how to handle your lease.

Learn the legal due diligence you need to do before selling.

Take actionable steps to increase the value of your practice before selling.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of DSOs, including their structures, benefits, and challenges.

Evaluate and assess different DSO opportunities

The Art of Case Acceptance: Transforming Conversations Into Commitments
2025-06-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Webinar
Learning Objectives:A high-impact training session designed to show dental professionals how simple shifts in communication can dramatically increase patient yeses—without pressure, scripts, or gimmicks.1. The Real Reason Patients Say “No”Understand the emotional and psychological blocks behind treatment rejection—and how to address them with empathy, not pressure.2. The 3 Moments That Make or Break TrustDiscover the three key points in the patient journey where trust is won or lost—and what your team should say in each.3. Pre-Consult Framing: The Words That Warm Them UpLearn how to tee up the doctor or treatment coordinator for success with a few high-impact questions at the start.4. Confident Case PresentationWhat to say (and avoid) when presenting treatment so patients focus on the value—not just the price.5. Handling Common Objections With EaseLanguage that neutralizes objections like “I need to think about it” or “That’s too much”—without feeling pushy.6. Financial Conversations That Don’t Scare People OffSubtle shifts in how you present numbers that make care feel like an investment, not a burden.7. The Secret to Seamless Hand-OffsThe most overlooked step in the case acceptance journey—and how to fix it with a few aligned phrases between doctor and team.

Bulk Fill Injectable Composites: Misunderstood, Underrated and Underutilized? Improve Your Workflow, Satisfaction and Profit
2025-06-05 18:00 - 20:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Workshop Highlights:

Want to learn why injecting composites bests cold or warm packing?

Do I need a heater to inject composite?

Can a flowable be a robust top coat that will withstand occlusal loads?

Are the claims of unlimited depth of cure with dual cure bulk fill flowables valid?

How can you avoid bubbles in injectables?

If I can’t “soft sculpt” these dual cures during the auto phase, how do I get anatomy in them?

When is it best to light cure? What does light curing accomplish?

Does composite function better under tension or compression?

Do dual cured composites eliminate the pulpal floor pull away?

Are there good unbiased citations to support the claims of dual cure injectable bulk fills?

Can injectable bulk fills increase your production and profit?

Create wide tight interproximal contacts every time

The Inventor of the Triodent V-3 Ring and Matrix System has developed a remarkable new matrix system

The Quick Connect. Experience this systems power!

Case Acceptance
2025-05-08 19:00 - 20:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Mastering Case Acceptance: Transform Your Conversations, Transform Your Practice

Surgical Guided Temporaries
2025-05-02 09:00 - 13:00 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Immediate Implant Solutions Delivered Day of Surgery

Oral Cancer
2025-04-10 18:30 - 20:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Fortune In Misfortune: A Story NOT Silenced by Oral Cancer

Shredathon
2025-04-05 09:00 - 12:00 | La Quintana, 1390 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States

CADPA, IFC, OSHA, BBP
2025-03-28 08:15 - 15:00 | Online Webinar
The Dental Board of California requires all licensed dental professionals (DDS, DMD, RDA, RDH, etc.) to take approved CE courses in Infection Control and California Dental Practice Act every two years for license renewal.

Hygiene Study Club
2025-03-20 18:30 - 20:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Social Media and Scary DIY Dental Trends

Maxillofacial Trauma for the General Dentist
2025-03-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Rd., San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States

Remote Staffing
2025-03-13 12:00 - 13:00
Mastering the Art of Remote Staffing: Boost Practice Efficiency and Overcome Staffing Challenges

Ownership Explained
2025-03-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Webinar
A look at Demographics in your area

BLS CPR Renewal Course
2025-01-28 18:00 - 19:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Part 1: Online Skill Practice & Testing (AHA HeartCode® BLS) Once registered, you will be sent to your personal email address a link to access the course – a self-paced AHA course in which you will learn single-rescuer and two-rescuer basic life support for adults, children, and infants. It contains interactive exercises, simulations, and a written test. Upon passing the online written test, print out your Certificate of Completion for Part 1 Available dates are above on the printed CPR Renewal Course schedule, referred to in the online calendar as Blended CPR.Parts 2 & 3: Classroom Evening Skill Practice & Testing 6:00-7:30PMUpon handing your Certificate of Completion for Part 1 to the classroom instructor, you will have the opportunity to practice the skills you learned in the online course. When you have completed the practice session, your skills will be tested. Parts 2 & 3 typically take 60 to 75 minutes. Upon passing the test, you receive your renewal card and continuing education certificates.

BLS CPR Renewal Course
2024-12-16 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-11-12 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-10-14 18:00 - 19:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Description Part 1: Online Skill Practice & Testing (AHA HeartCode® BLS) Once registered, you will be sent to your personal email address a link to access the course – a self-paced AHA course in which you will learn single-rescuer and two-rescuer basic life support for adults, children, and infants. It contains interactive exercises, simulations, and a written test. Upon passing the online written test, print out your Certificate of Completion for Part 1 Available dates are above on the printed CPR Renewal Course schedule, referred to in the online calendar as Blended CPR.Parts 2 & 3: Classroom Evening Skill Practice & Testing 6:00-7:30PMUpon handing your Certificate of Completion for Part 1 to the classroom instructor, you will have the opportunity to practice the skills you learned in the online course. When you have completed the practice session, your skills will be tested. Parts 2 & 3 typically take 60 to 75 minutes. Upon passing the test, you receive your renewal card and continuing education certificates.

Own Your Future: Associate to Entrepreneur
2024-11-13 18:00 - 20:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Description Ready to transition from associate to practice owner? Join our seminar featuring four seasoned professionals who will guide you through purchasing a practice or starting your own. Enjoy complimentary food and refreshments while you gain crucial insights.

Year-end Tax Tips for Dentists
2024-10-29 18:30 - 20:00 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Description This seminar provides dentists with actionable year-end tax strategies that can be immediately implemented to reduce tax liabilities for 2024. Participants will learn tried-and-true techniques along with lesser-known strategies to optimize their strategic business and personal tax planning and to maximize tax savings.

How to Strategically Sell to a Partner, Associate, or a DSO
2024-06-12 18:30 - 20:30 | San Mateo County Dental Society, 939 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
Unlock the art of successful practice transitions with this comprehensive course, designed to guide you through every stage of the process. From deciding when to retire to understanding the value of your practice and preparing for a seamless transition, we address common obstacles that sellers face. By breaking down each segment of the transition process, we provide clarity and equip you with a simplified task list to confidently begin your transition journey.Discover the intricacies of practice valuation to ensure that you maximize the value of your efforts. Identify the ideal buyer for your practice, whether it’s a partner, associate, or Dental Service Organization (DSO). Learn to optimize tax strategies during the sale process, effectively manage post-sale liabilities, and enhance your practice’s value pre-sale. Gain invaluable insight into DSOs, including evaluating their structures and benefits to make informed decisions.Gain comprehensive understanding and confidence in navigating practice transitions. Assess diverse DSO opportunities, select the right partner, and confidently navigate legal pitfalls for a smooth transition. With actionable steps and insights provided throughout the course, you’ll be well-prepared to embark on your practice transition journey with confidence and clarity.Course Objectives:Upon completion of this session, attendees should be able to:

Determine the value of a practice.

Evaluate the right kind of buyer.

Learn how to implement tax-saving strategies.

Reduce potential liability from employees and patients after you sell.

Take actionable steps to increase the value of your practice before selling.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of DSOs, including their structures, benefits, and challenges.

Evaluate and assess different DSO opportunities
