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California Dental Practice Act
2025-04-15 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | CA
California Dental Practice Act (Webinar)
2 CEU, Core • Member Price: $95 early (ends 3/25)
Registration cost details: $95 early (ends 3/25) / $115 regular (begins 3/26)
This course fulfills the California Dental Practice Act (CDPA) requirement for license renewal, as mandated by the Dental Board of California. This course will review the laws, regulations, and ethical principles that govern dental practice in California. Participants will gain a clear understanding of their legal responsibilities, including updates to laws, professional conduct, patient care standards, infection control, and scope of practice. Emphasis will be placed on current changes and critical aspects of compliance to help ensure a safe, ethical, and legally sound practice environment.
Learning Objectives:

Summarize the key provisions of the California Dental Practice Act.
Identify recent changes to laws and regulations relevant to dental professionals, including the new laws pertaining to unlicensed dental assistants.
Discuss ethical obligations and professional conduct.
Describe the scope of practice, licensing requirements, and disciplinary actions.
Implement best practices to maintain legal and ethical compliance in patient care.

Joy Brack, RDA
Joy Brack, RDA, has continued her career in dentistry since 2005 where she graduated from Galen College in Modesto, CA as a dental assistant. She became licensed as a Register Dental Assistant and built wonderful connections with her patients and dental community with three different dental practices through the years until she began a new career path spreading her passion for dental assisting to students in education. Joy has been in dental education since 2011 and has worked in positions of instruction, Program Director, curriculum expert for Modesto Junior College Dental Assisting Program and PATCH (Professional Advancement Towards Clinical Healthcare) 80-hours Course, and American Heart Association BLS Instructor. Currently she is a member of ADAA (American Dental Assisting Association) and FADE (Foundation of Allied Dental Educators).

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Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
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Infection Control
2025-04-22 17:30 - 19:30 | CA
California Dental Practice Act (Webinar)
2 CEU, Core • Member Price: $95 early (ends 4/1)
Registration cost details: $95 early (ends 4/1) / $115 regular (begins 4/2)
This course fulfills the California Dental Board’s requirements for licensure renewal and ensure dental professionals are well-equipped to maintain the highest standards of patient and staff safety. The course will provide an in-depth review of the principles, regulations, and best practices for infection prevention and control within dental practices.
Learning objectives:

Review of current infection control guidelines and regulations.
Effective sterilization, disinfection, and aseptic techniques.
Understanding and implementation of OSHA, CDC, and Cal/OSHA standards.
Risk assessment and management to prevent disease transmission.
Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and barrier techniques.
Strategies for creating and maintaining a safe and compliant dental practice environment.

Joy Brack, RDA
Joy Brack, RDA, has continued her career in dentistry since 2005 where she graduated from Galen College in Modesto, CA as a dental assistant. She became licensed as a Register Dental Assistant and built wonderful connections with her patients and dental community with three different dental practices through the years until she began a new career path spreading her passion for dental assisting to students in education. Joy has been in dental education since 2011 and has worked in positions of instruction, Program Director, curriculum expert for Modesto Junior College Dental Assisting Program and PATCH (Professional Advancement Towards Clinical Healthcare) 80-hours Course, and American Heart Association BLS Instructor. Currently she is a member of ADAA (American Dental Assisting Association) and FADE (Foundation of Allied Dental Educators).

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Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
Consent to Use of Photographic Images
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Adult Oral Conscious Sedation Recertification
2025-04-25 08:30 - 16:00 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825
Adult Oral Conscious Sedation Recertification (In-person course)
7 CEU, Core • Member Price: $625 early (ends 4/4)
Registration cost details: $625 early (ends 4/4) / $650 regular (begins 4/5)
Dentistry, medicine, science, and pharmacology are continually evolving. It is essential to keep your skills and knowledge fresh. Adult Oral Conscious Sedation Recertification can help you stay abreast to ensure that you are providing your patients with the most up-to-date, comprehensive care available. That’s why we recommend that all dentists participate in our recertification course at least once every two years. In addition to fulfilling continuing education requirements, this one-day course will cover the newest studies and research available, as well as updates on adult oral conscious sedation protocols. You will review the critical psychology of the sedation patient, expand on your knowledge of sedation pharmacology, and practice airway management and monitoring.
Course Objectives:

Methods to increase or decrease the level of sedation on demand
Refresher on key airway management techniques
Advanced treatment planning
Patient selection and patient assessment
Review of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics to help you choose the best drug(s) and protocols to meet your patients’ needs
Simple, yet mandatory, dismissal criteria which will reduce your worry and ensure patient safety
Recreational Drugs and what every sedation dentist should know

Anthony S. Feck, DMD: DOCS Education
Dr. Feck graduated with high distinction from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 1983. Soon after, Dr. Feck was appointed Associate Professor of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry at his alma mater. Since then, he has been in private practice in Lexington, Kentucky. Seeking a way to treat the startling number of people with dental phobia, fear, and anxiety, Dr. Feck co-founded the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, now known as DOCS Education, with Dr. Michael Silverman in 1999. As the Dean of Faculty, he has played a major role in DOCS Education’s growth as a leading provider of dental continuing education. An engaging international lecturer, Dr. Feck has been a featured speaker throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe.

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OSHA Review - Refresher Course
2025-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 | CA
OSHA Review – Refresher Course (Webinar)
1 CEU, Core • Member Price: $45 early (ends 4/9)
Registration cost details: $45 early (ends 4/9) / $65 regular (begins 4/10)
Your OSHA Compliance Manual – The Only Tool You Need
Dental office compliance with applicable laws and regulations is an ongoing process – most practice personnel have been forced to believe that professional guidance is necessary every year in order to achieve compliance. The reality is that every office has the most important tool to achieving self-reliant compliance – their office OSHA manual.
Today’s event will shine a light on how the contents of the office OSHA manual is the main ingredient to the dental team to working together to achieve training and compliance protocols. So grab your OSHA manual, your lunch, and let’s chat about how easy it can be to manage your compliance standards.
Learning objectives:

Content requirements of a compliance plan
Annual training and maintenance of a compliance plan
How every member of the dental team can participate in your ongoing success without the need for facilitation using the best tool in your toolbox – your manual
OSHA compliance resources readily available to the dental community

LaDonna Drury–Klein, RDA, CDA, BS; The Foundation for Allied Dental Education (SDDS Vendor Member)
Ms. LaDonna Drury-Klein completed her dental assisting education and her national dental assisting board examinations just as California established the RDA license. During her 18 years as a chairside clinician, she earned degrees in biological sciences and business management before completing her teacher credentialing in higher education from UC Berkeley Extension. Ms. Klein worked for three community college-based vocational programs teaching dental sciences, began a very successful consulting firm for dental office compliance, and served as Assistant Vice President of Education for the California Dental Association, during which time she consulted and worked very closely on legislation to bring the dental assisting duties into statute.
Ms. Klein served as a two-time appointee to the Dental Board of California for Governor Gray Davis and is often called upon to assist in developing regulatory and statutory language for dental assisting-related oversight.
Ms. Klein established the Foundation for Allied Dental Education as a non-profit, public benefit entity serving to support the educational and professional development needs of all allied dental healthcare personnel. She is currently the Executive Director of the Foundation for Allied Dental Education and is the Chief Operating Officer of the FADE Institute.

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Pearls in Our Backyard
2025-09-26 08:30 - 15:00 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825
Pearls in Our Backyard (In-person course)
6 CEU, Core • Member Price: $179 early (ends 9/5)
Registration cost details: $179 early (ends 9/5) / $199 regular (begins 9/6)
From all aspects of dentistry, this CE course gathers together SDDS member dentists who will present pearls for the general practitioner as well as specialists. Speakers listed in order of presentation.
Basic Splint Therapy for Temporomandibular Disorders
Clifford Chow, DDS
The presentation will discuss a summary of the current scientific knowledge on the use of splint therapy for TMD pain. Recommendations will be given based on evidence-based knowledge and particular treatment goals for common clinical scenarios. The use of a TMD Risk Assessment tool will also be discussed as a clinical aid in TMD treatment planning and prognosis.
Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry
Nisha Manila, BDS, MS, PhD, FACD
Explore the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in dentistry, including fundamental concepts, potential benefits and limitations.
Phase I or Phase Wait: Why would you put braces on an 8-year old?
Brandon Martin, DDS, MS
Are you noticing more third graders with braces or clear aligners? Do these young patients who still have more than half their baby teeth actually need early orthodontic treatment? Sometimes they do, and sometimes they don’t. This presentation will explore the rationale, timing and latest treatment options available for early interceptive orthodontics.
Develop a Practical and Predictable Workflow Using Your Digital Technologies for Fixed Implant ALL-On-X Cases
Devan Dalla, DDS
Are you tired of doing verification jigs for full mouth implant cases? How can you predictably finish these complex cases in less appointments and use digital technology? Various methods will be shown that will simplify All-on-X from planning to executing with the digital tools available today.

Clifford Chow, DDS
Dr. Clifford Chow is an Orofacial Pain Specialist that limits his practice to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of temporomandibular disorders and orofacial pain. He graduated with a D.D.S. degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry in 1981. He also graduated from University of California Berkeley in 1977 with a B.A. in Biochemistry. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain and is Board Certified in Orofacial Pain with the American Board of Orofacial Pain. He is a Fellow with the American Academy of Orofacial Pain. He serves as an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry as a Clinical Consultant for the UCSF Center for Orofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine.

Nisha Manila, BDS, MS, PhD, FACD
Dr. Manila is an Associate Professor and Director of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology at California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine. Following her dental degree from India, and Ph.D. from Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan, she completed Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology training at Texas A&M University. Dr. Manila holds a master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence. A Fellow of the American College of Dentists, Dr. Manila actively presents research and focuses on leveraging advanced imaging techniques.

Brandon Martin, DDS, MS
Brandon D Martin DDS, MS is a board-certified orthodontist and an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). He lectures on the latest in digital orthodontics – primarily on how to implement predictive AI-driven technology to customize braces and aligner cases, effectively monitor treatment, and increase accuracy. Dr. Martin also lectures on Phase I growth guidance, potential complications in orthodontics, and using the latest research to deliver safe, predictable, and effective treatment outcomes. With an evidence-driven approach, Dr. Martin considers facial esthetics, function, airway, growth, and overall patient health to guide treatment decisions. Dr. Martin is a graduate of the UCSF School of Dentistry who then received his certificate in orthodontics and master’s degree from the University of Maryland. Dr Martin practices at Alexander & Martin Orthodontics with offices in Rocklin, Roseville, and Sacramento.

Devan Dalla, DDS
Dr. Devan Dalla is a graduate of New York University, College of Dentistry, where he earned honors in Implantology and received the Dr. Bernard E. Rudner Memorial Award for clinical excellence. Before moving to the U.S., he graduated top of his class with a Bachelor’s degree in dental surgery from one of the leading dental schools in India. Dr. Dalla founded a non-profit organization called “Raahat” to provide free dental care to underserved communities. He is currently a practicing dental surgeon and serves as a Captain in the U.S. Army Reserve. Dr. Dalla is active in continuing education and is an active member of multiple dental affiliations including the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID).

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Responsibilities and Requirements of Prescribing Schedule II Opioids
2025-10-29 17:30 - 19:30 | CA
Responsibilities and Requirements of Prescribing Schedule II Opioids (Webinar)
2 CEU, Core • Member Price: $95 early (ends 10/8)
Registration cost details: $95 early (ends 10/8) / $115 regular (begins 10/9)
Mandatory Licensure Renewal Course
This course meets the Dental Board of California’s mandated license-renewal CE requirement of responsibilities and requirements of prescribing Schedule II opioid drugs. This webinar is live and interactive.
Opioid misuse and overdose are at an epidemic level in the state and the country, driven by a myriad of factors including COVID, poverty, homelessness, mental illness, and professional overprescribing of opioids. This course aims to address the complex issues associated with substance use disorders and the role of dental professionals in addressing the opioid crisis by screening for substance use disorders, referring patients for sobriety and recovery support, and providing evidence-based pain management. This course satisfies the biennial mandatory course requirement of opioid training for California dental licensees and 2 of the 8 hour one time DEA MATE requirement for registrant renewal.
Learning objectives:

To identify patients at risk or with a substance use disorder
The requirements as a prescriber and dispenser of Schedule II opioids
Evidence-based strategies for dental pain management patients with opioid addiction
Current trends in substance use that may be seen in dental practice

Ronni Brown, DDS, MPH, FADI
Dr. Ronni Brown earned her dental and master’s degree in public health from UCLA and completed a residency in dental public health from UCSF. Her research on the effects of drug-use and caries severity has garnered international interest and positioned her as a leading expert on substance use. She is the Senior Community Health Planner for San Mateo County leading a county-wide response to the opioid epidemic.

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Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
Consent to Use of Photographic Images
Registration, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproductions, and audio of such events and activities.

California Dental Practice Act and Infection Control
2025-11-14 08:30 - 12:30 | CA
California Dental Practice Act and Infection Control
4 CEU, Core • Member Price: $199 early (ends 10/24)
Registration cost details: $199 early (ends 10/24) / $219 regular (begins 10/25)
California Dental Practice Act
This course fulfills the California Dental Practice Act (CDPA) requirement for license renewal, as mandated by the Dental Board of California. This course will review the laws, regulations, and ethical principles that govern dental practice in California. Participants will gain a clear understanding of their legal responsibilities, including updates to laws, professional conduct, patient care standards, infection control, and scope of practice. Emphasis will be placed on current changes and critical aspects of compliance to help ensure a safe, ethical, and legally sound practice environment.
Learning Objectives:

Summarize the key provisions of the California Dental Practice Act.
Identify recent changes to laws and regulations relevant to dental professionals, including the new laws pertaining to unlicensed dental assistants.
Discuss ethical obligations and professional conduct.
Describe the scope of practice, licensing requirements, and disciplinary actions.
Implement best practices to maintain legal and ethical compliance in patient care.

Infection Control
This course fulfills the California Dental Board’s requirements for licensure renewal and ensure dental professionals are well-equipped to maintain the highest standards of patient and staff safety. The course will provide an in-depth review of the principles, regulations, and best practices for infection prevention and control within dental practices.
Learning objectives:

Review of current infection control guidelines and regulations.
Effective sterilization, disinfection, and aseptic techniques.
Understanding and implementation of OSHA, CDC, and Cal/OSHA standards.
Risk assessment and management to prevent disease transmission.
Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and barrier techniques.
Strategies for creating and maintaining a safe and compliant dental practice environment.

Joy Brack, RDA
Joy Brack, RDA, has continued her career in dentistry since 2005 where she graduated from Galen College in Modesto, CA as a dental assistant. She became licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant and built wonderful connections with her patients and dental community with three different dental practices through the years until she began a new career path spreading her passion for dental assisting to students in education. Joy has been in dental education since 2011 and has worked in positions of instruction, Program Director, curriculum expert for Modesto Junior College Dental Assisting Program and PATCH (Professional Advancement Towards Clinical Healthcare) 80-hours Course, and American Heart Association BLS Instructor. Currently she is a member of ADAA (American Dental Assisting Association) and FADE (Foundation of Allied Dental Educators).

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Consent to Use of Photographic Images
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MidWinter Convention & Expo
2026-03-26 - 2026-03-27 | CA
The MidWinter Convention & Expo is SDDS’ biggest event of the year! It’s a two-day convention and expo held at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center (1400 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814). We’ll see you live and in-person for 2026! Make sure to mark your calendars for March 26-27, 2026, for two great days of CE!
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HIPAA Without the Headache
2026-04-07 12:00 - 13:00 | CA
HIPAA Without the Headache: What Dental Offices Get Wrong (and How to Fix It) (Webinar)
1 CEU, Core • Member Price: $45 early (ends 3/17)
Registration cost details: $45 early (ends 3/17) / $70 regular (begins 3/18) / Non-Member Price: $140
HIPAA compliance isn’t just about policies in a dusty binder: it’s about real-world risks, real penalties, and real patients trusting your practice every day.
In this no-fluff, straight-talk webinar, Sara Baker and Dennis Krohn Jr. pull back the curtain on what HIPAA actually means for dental offices today. From everyday compliance blind spots to cybersecurity mistakes that trigger Office for Civil Rights investigations, this course breaks down what dental practices get wrong… and how to fix it before it becomes a problem.
You’ll explore how HIPAA intersects with modern dental workflows, technology, remote access, and staff behavior, and why “we’ve always done it this way” is one of the biggest compliance risks of all. Expect practical examples, real enforcement insights, and actionable guidance you can apply immediately, without falling asleep or drowning in legal jargon.
Whether you’re a practice owner, office manager, or part of the dental support team, this webinar will help you reduce risk, protect patient data, and build a culture of compliance that actually works in the real world.
Learning Objectives:

Identify the most common HIPAA compliance and cybersecurity failures in dental offices and understand why they lead to investigations, breaches, and penalties.
Evaluate how everyday technology use, staff behavior, and workflows impact HIPAA compliance, revealing hidden risks most practices overlook.
Apply practical, real-world strategies to reduce risk, strengthen security, and build a sustainable culture of HIPAA compliance within dental practice.

Sara Baker, MBA; CEO & Founder; SD Dental Solutions (SDDS Vendor Member)
Sara is born and raised in Sacramento. She has served the dental community here for over 20 years. Her passion lies in finding strategic solutions that empower dental professionals to thrive. With enthusiasm, creativity, and an innovative spirit, Sara is committed to elevating the dental industry to new heights, one transformed office at a time.

Dennis Krohn, President & Founder; SD Dental Solutions (SDDS Vendor Member)
Dennis has been an entrepreneur his entire life. He’s been hustling since his teenage years when he launched his first successful business alongside his father, Dennis Sr. With a lifelong passion for all things tech, he’s turned his love for gadgets and problem-solving into a career as an IT guru for dental practices. Since co-founding SD Reliance (now SD Dental Solutions) with Sara in 2013, Dennis has made it his mission to help dental offices stay ahead of the curve in today’s fast-paced tech world.

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California Dental Practice Act
2026-04-22 17:30 - 19:30 | CA
California Dental Practice Act (Webinar)
2 CEU, Core • Member Price: $75 early (ends 4/1)
Registration cost details: $75 early (ends 4/1) / $95 regular (begins 4/2) / Non-Member Price: $190
This course fulfills the California Dental Practice Act (CDPA) requirement for license renewal, as mandated by the Dental Board of California. This course will review the laws, regulations, and ethical principles that govern dental practice in California. Participants will gain a clear understanding of their legal responsibilities, including updates to laws, professional conduct, patient care standards, infection control, and scope of practice. Emphasis will be placed on current changes and critical aspects of compliance to help ensure a safe, ethical, and legally sound practice environment.
Learning Objectives:

Summarize the key provisions of the California Dental Practice Act.
Identify recent changes to laws and regulations relevant to dental professionals, including the new laws pertaining to unlicensed dental assistants.
Discuss ethical obligations and professional conduct.
Describe the scope of practice, licensing requirements, and disciplinary actions.
Implement best practices to maintain legal and ethical compliance in patient care.

Joy Brack, RDA
Joy Brack, RDA, has continued her career in dentistry since 2005 where she graduated from Galen College in Modesto, CA as a dental assistant. She became licensed as a Register Dental Assistant and built wonderful connections with her patients and dental community with three different dental practices through the years until she began a new career path spreading her passion for dental assisting to students in education. Joy has been in dental education since 2011 and has worked in positions of instruction, Program Director, curriculum expert for Modesto Junior College Dental Assisting Program and PATCH (Professional Advancement Towards Clinical Healthcare) 80-hours Course, and American Heart Association BLS Instructor. Currently she is a member of ADAA (American Dental Assisting Association) and FADE (Foundation of Allied Dental Educators).

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Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
Consent to Use of Photographic Images
Registration, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproductions, and audio of such events and activities.

Infection Control
2026-04-28 17:30 - 19:30 | CA
Infection Control (Webinar)
2 CEU, Core • Member Price: $75 early (ends 4/7)
Registration cost details: $75 early (ends 4/7) / $95 regular (begins 4/8) / Non-Member Price: $190
This course fulfills the California Dental Board’s requirements for licensure renewal and ensure dental professionals are well-equipped to maintain the highest standards of patient and staff safety. The course will provide an in-depth review of the principles, regulations, and best practices for infection prevention and control within dental practices.
Learning objectives:

Review of current infection control guidelines and regulations.
Effective sterilization, disinfection, and aseptic techniques.
Understanding and implementation of OSHA, CDC, and Cal/OSHA standards.
Risk assessment and management to prevent disease transmission.
Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and barrier techniques.
Strategies for creating and maintaining a safe and compliant dental practice environment.

Joy Brack, RDA
Joy Brack, RDA, has continued her career in dentistry since 2005 where she graduated from Galen College in Modesto, CA as a dental assistant. She became licensed as a Register Dental Assistant and built wonderful connections with her patients and dental community with three different dental practices through the years until she began a new career path spreading her passion for dental assisting to students in education. Joy has been in dental education since 2011 and has worked in positions of instruction, Program Director, curriculum expert for Modesto Junior College Dental Assisting Program and PATCH (Professional Advancement Towards Clinical Healthcare) 80-hours Course, and American Heart Association BLS Instructor. Currently she is a member of ADAA (American Dental Assisting Association) and FADE (Foundation of Allied Dental Educators).

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Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
Consent to Use of Photographic Images
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Mimicking Nature: Navigating the Complex Root Canal System Hands-on
2026-05-01 08:30 - 14:30 | CA
Lecture only | 8:30–11:30am • 3 CEU, Core • Member Price: $159 early (ends 4/10)
Registration cost details: $159 early (ends 4/10), $184 regular (begins 4/11) / Non-Member Price: $368
Lecture and Hands-on | 8:30am–2:30pm • 6 CEU, Core • Member Price: $395 early (ends 4/10)
Registration cost details: $395 early (ends 4/10), $420 regular (begins 4/11) / Non-Member Price: $840
The root canal system is inherently complex, often presenting significant challenges in achieving efficient negotiation and instrumentation. With the proper armamentarium, clinicians can streamline their approach, improve consistency, and enhance predictability in clinical outcomes. Join Dr. Ham as he shares his strategies for managing anatomical complexities.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Identify common anatomical challenges within the root canal system and understand how they influence negotiation and instrumentation strategies.
Implement step-by-step instrumentation techniques demonstrated by Dr. Ham to improve efficiency and predictability in complex cases.
Apply strategies to minimize file separation risk and enhance overall procedural consistency across varied canal anatomies.
Integrate optimized rotary workflows that support smoother clinical performance and improved patient outcomes.

This Course Sponsored by Henry Schein Dental and EdgeEndo

Peter Ham DDS, MSD
Dr. Peter Ham is a board-certified endodontist and owner of Dungeness Endodontics in Sequim, Washington, bringing a rare blend of academic excellence, clinical precision, and real-world leadership to the lecture podium. A graduate of the University of Washington Endodontic Master’s Program, Dr. Ham has built his career on delivering conservative, high-quality endodontic care informed by both private practice and military service.

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Responsibilities and Requirements of Prescribing Schedule II Opioids
2026-06-16 17:30 - 19:30 | CA
Responsibilities and Requirements of Prescribing Schedule II Opioids (Webinar)
2 CEU, Core • Member Price: $75 early (ends 5/26)
Registration cost details: $75 early (ends 5/26) / $100 regular (5/27)
Mandatory Licensure Renewal Course
This course meets the Dental Board of California’s mandated license-renewal CE requirement of responsibilities and requirements of prescribing Schedule II opioid drugs. This webinar is live and interactive.
Opioid misuse and overdose are at an epidemic level in the state and the country, driven by a myriad of factors including COVID, poverty, homelessness, mental illness, and professional overprescribing of opioids. This course aims to address the complex issues associated with substance use disorders and the role of dental professionals in addressing the opioid crisis by screening for substance use disorders, referring patients for sobriety and recovery support, and providing evidence-based pain management. This course satisfies the biennial mandatory course requirement of opioid training for California dental licensees and 2 of the 8 hour one time DEA MATE requirement for registrant renewal.
Learning objectives:

To identify patients at risk or with a substance use disorder
The requirements as a prescriber and dispenser of Schedule II opioids
Evidence-based strategies for dental pain management patients with opioid addiction
Current trends in substance use that may be seen in dental practice

Ronni Brown, DDS, MPH, FADI
Dr. Ronni Brown earned her dental and master’s degree in public health from UCLA and completed a residency in dental public health from UCSF. Her research on the effects of drug-use and caries severity has garnered international interest and positioned her as a leading expert on substance use. She is the Senior Community Health Planner for San Mateo County leading a county-wide response to the opioid epidemic.

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Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
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Anterior Direct Restorations Lecture and Hands-on
2026-09-12 08:30 - 14:30 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825
Anterior Direct Restorations Lecture and Hands-on (In-person course)
6 CEU, Core • Member Price: $395 early (ends 8/22)
Registration cost details: $395 early (ends 8/22) / $420 regular (begins 8/23)
Non-Member Price: $840
This hands-on restorative dentistry course is designed to strengthen clinicians’ skills in contemporary restorative techniques through practical, evidence-based instruction. Participants will learn how to create predictable, functional, and esthetic restorations using a systematic approach. The course will focus on conservative strategies for anterior composite restorations.
Dr. Desai will demonstrate how to restore worn incisal edges, peg lateral veneers, and Class IV restorations following clear aligner therapy. Step-by-step clinical protocols for composite bonding will be reviewed and shown in detail. These techniques will help clinicians improve composite shade selection and bonding procedures. Finally, shaping, contouring, and polishing of composite restorations will be demonstrated.
Learning objectives:

Restore worn incisal edges, peg laterals, and Class IV restorations with predictable composite techniques.
Improve composite shade selection, bonding, contouring, and polishing skills.
Apply conservative, esthetic restorative protocols in everyday practice.

This Course Sponsored by BISCO and Ultradent Products Inc.

Dimple Desai, DDS, AAACD
Dr. Dimple Desai is the visionary founder of Luminous Smiles of Newport Beach, a boutique dental practice devoted to transforming lives through the power of a confident smile. A proud Southern California native and graduate of the University of Southern California, Dr. Desai earned her degrees in Dental Hygiene and Dental Surgery with honors and later achieved Accreditation with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry—a distinction held by only a select few worldwide. She is also a proud graduate of the Kois Center, where she refined her expertise in comprehensive, evidence-based dentistry.
Guided by a passion for blending esthetics, function, and compassion, she has built a practice known for artistry, innovation, and heart. Recognized among the Top 40 Dentists Under 40 in the nation and one of Orange County’s Top Dentists for five consecutive years, Dr. Desai continues to shape the future of modern dentistry through her publications, international lectures, and mentorship of young professionals.

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Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
Consent to Use of Photographic Images
Registration, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproductions, and audio of such events and activities.

Digital Dentures – Diagnosis, Design and Execution – Hands-On Course
2026-10-09 08:30 - 14:30 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825
3 CEU, Core • Member Price: $395 early (ends 9/18)
Registration cost details: $395 early (ends 9/18), $420 regular (begins 9/19)
Non-Member Price: $840
This course is designed to help dentist who want to improve the quality, predictability, efficiency, and esthetics of their digital complete denture treatment. The primary goal is not simply to teach dentists how to order a digital denture. It is to teach them how to diagnose, design, evaluate, and deliver an excellent denture using sound prosthodontic principles, with digital technology making the process more efficient and reproducible.
Dentists should leave the course with a systematic workflow they can begin applying immediately to improve clinical outcomes and provide their patients with dentures that fit, function, and look natural.
Participants will learn:

The foundational principles required to fabricate stable, retentive, comfortable dentures
Diagnosis and treatment planning for completely edentulous patients
Denture anatomy, support, retention, border extension, and impression techniques
How to establish vertical dimension, centric relation, lip support, and the occlusal plane
Digital denture workflows, including scanning, records, try-ins, and fabrication
Immediate denture and conventional complete denture workflows
Denture esthetics and facial analysis
Anterior and posterior tooth selection and placement
Smile design, midline, smile arc, tooth proportions, gingival display, and buccal corridors
Phonetic evaluation and its use in determining tooth position
Occlusion, tooth arrangement, and methods for creating a natural rather than artificial appearance
Patient communication, expectation management, and case acceptance
Troubleshooting common problems involving fit, function, comfort, and appearance

Jefferson Clark, DDS, MS, FACP
Dr. Clark is a board-certified prosthodontist with advanced training in complex restorative dentistry, implant dentistry, full-mouth rehabilitation, and complete dentures. A major focus of his practice is helping dentists improve diagnosis, treatment planning, clinical execution, and patient outcomes through predictable prosthodontic principles and modern digital workflows.

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Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
Consent to Use of Photographic Images
Registration, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproductions, and audio of such events and activities.

OSHA Refresher
2026-10-20 12:00 - 13:30 | CA
OSHA Review – Refresher Course (Webinar)
1.5 CEU, Core • Member Price: $55 early (ends 9/29)
Registration cost details: $55 early (ends 9/29) / $75 regular (begins 9/30)
This California OSHA Renewal Training course of 1.5 Hrs. In length is designed to update and reinforce participants’ knowledge of workplace safety standards in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and California-specific requirements (Cal/OSHA). The course provides a comprehensive review of essential safety protocols to ensure continued compliance in healthcare and dental settings. Topics include updates to OSHA standards, hazard communication, bloodborne pathogens, infection control, personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency preparedness, ergonomics, workplace hazard recognition, and reporting procedures. Emphasis is placed on maintaining a safe and compliant work environment through proper application of safety guidelines and risk prevention strategies. Upon completion, attendees will demonstrate renewed competency in OSHA regulations and best practices for workplace safety, supporting ongoing compliance and professional responsibility in clinical and healthcare environments.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

Explain key Cal/OSHA workplace posting requirements.
Identify major OSHA safety standards for dental offices, including bloodborne pathogens, hazard communication, heat illness prevention, emergency action planning, and required annual trainings.
Demonstrate correct infection control and personal protective equipment (PPE) practices.
Apply documentation and recordkeeping practices that support OSHA compliance and help prevent violations.
Evaluate a dental practice for compliance risks involving biological, chemical, and environmental hazards, and recommend corrective actions.

Joy Brack, RDA
Joy Brack, RDA, has continued her career in dentistry since 2005 where she graduated from Galen College in Modesto, CA as a dental assistant. She became licensed as a Register Dental Assistant and built wonderful connections with her patients and dental community with three different dental practices through the years until she began a new career path spreading her passion for dental assisting to students in education. Joy has been in dental education since 2011 and has worked in positions of instruction, Program Director, curriculum expert for Modesto Junior College Dental Assisting Program and PATCH (Professional Advancement Towards Clinical Healthcare) 80-hours Course, and American Heart Association BLS Instructor. Currently she is a member of ADAA (American Dental Assisting Association) and FADE (Foundation of Allied Dental Educators).

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Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
Consent to Use of Photographic Images
Registration, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproductions, and audio of such events and activities.

California Dental Practice Act and Infection Control
2026-11-20 08:30 - 12:30 | CA
California Dental Practice Act and Infection Control
4 CEU, Core • Member Price: $175 early (ends 10/30)
Registration cost details: $175 early (ends 10/30) / $195 regular (begins 10/31)
Non-Member Price: $390
California Dental Practice Act
This course fulfills the California Dental Practice Act (CDPA) requirement for license renewal, as mandated by the Dental Board of California. This course will review the laws, regulations, and ethical principles that govern dental practice in California. Participants will gain a clear understanding of their legal responsibilities, including updates to laws, professional conduct, patient care standards, infection control, and scope of practice. Emphasis will be placed on current changes and critical aspects of compliance to help ensure a safe, ethical, and legally sound practice environment.
Learning Objectives:

Summarize the key provisions of the California Dental Practice Act.
Identify recent changes to laws and regulations relevant to dental professionals, including the new laws pertaining to unlicensed dental assistants.
Discuss ethical obligations and professional conduct.
Describe the scope of practice, licensing requirements, and disciplinary actions.
Implement best practices to maintain legal and ethical compliance in patient care.

Infection Control
This course fulfills the California Dental Board’s requirements for licensure renewal and ensure dental professionals are well-equipped to maintain the highest standards of patient and staff safety. The course will provide an in-depth review of the principles, regulations, and best practices for infection prevention and control within dental practices.
Learning objectives:

Review of current infection control guidelines and regulations.
Effective sterilization, disinfection, and aseptic techniques.
Understanding and implementation of OSHA, CDC, and Cal/OSHA standards.
Risk assessment and management to prevent disease transmission.
Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and barrier techniques.
Strategies for creating and maintaining a safe and compliant dental practice environment.

Joy Brack, RDA
Joy Brack, RDA, has continued her career in dentistry since 2005 where she graduated from Galen College in Modesto, CA as a dental assistant. She became licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant and built wonderful connections with her patients and dental community with three different dental practices through the years until she began a new career path spreading her passion for dental assisting to students in education. Joy has been in dental education since 2011 and has worked in positions of instruction, Program Director, curriculum expert for Modesto Junior College Dental Assisting Program and PATCH (Professional Advancement Towards Clinical Healthcare) 80-hours Course, and American Heart Association BLS Instructor. Currently she is a member of ADAA (American Dental Assisting Association) and FADE (Foundation of Allied Dental Educators).

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Terms and Conditions:
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
Consent to Use of Photographic Images
Registration, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproductions, and audio of such events and activities.
