Practice Management

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A customizable checklist and suggested first-week schedule to provide a new associate with all the information and tools they need so that they can be confident and successful from day one. 

The interview process provides an opportunity for both the practice owner and associate candidate to assess whether their working relationship will be compatible. Get tips in this resource.

General information and guidance to help you evaluate prospective partners if you are considering forming a group or multi-owner practice.

Whether you’re looking for an opportunity as an associate dentist or looking to hire an associate dentist, take a look at the tools available to assist you with your hiring and onboarding needs.

Resource Library

Access an online library of downloadable articles, guides, templates, checklists and forms.

Practice Management News

November 4, 2025
Adding an associate to your practice? 4 steps CDA analysts recommend

CDA’s resource library, along with phone and email guidance from specialized analysts, provides valuable support for each step of adding an associate.

October 8, 2025
More advocacy wins: New CDA-sponsored law protects against private equity interference

The new law bars the specific ways private equity groups and hedge funds are influencing dentists’ and physicians’ professional judgement.

Cyber Security Awareness Month
September 23, 2025
Boost your dental practice’s cybersecurity with a five-step plan

Cybersecurity Awareness Month is an opportunity for dental offices to evaluate their privacy, data protection and compliance practices and boost them with new resources.