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Harassment Prevention Training – For Employees (Webinar)
2025-06-10 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | CA
1 CEU, Core • Member Price: $49 early (ends 5/20)
Registration cost details: $49 early (ends 5/20) / $69 regular (begins 5/21)
SDDS Presents Harassment Prevention Training for Non Supervisors (Employees):
Join SDDS and CEA Members in this training. Training on how to prevent workplace harassment is now mandatory for almost all California employers (five [5] or more employees), and California Employers Association is here to help with Harassment Prevention Training that meets California’s legal requirement.
This course is a 1-hour instructor-led session where employees will engage in discussions on all forms of sexual harassment (verbal, visual, and physical). Other types of prohibited harassment, discrimination, retaliation and abusive conduct will be covered in an interactive format.
Attendees will learn how to recognize problems and their responsibility in the prevention of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and abusive conduct. Topics include reporting, bystander intervention as well as practical tips on how to stay out of trouble and keep the workplace harassment-free.
For information on Harassment Prevention Training requirements, click here.
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SDDS Member Mixer - Roseville
2025-05-21 18:00 - 19:30 | CA
Join your fellow SDDS Members for a fantastic evening of networking, laughter, and great company at SDDS’ Member Mixer!
Your ticket includes one drink, a selection of pre-selected appetizers, and—most importantly—a whole lot of fun. Whether you’re looking to make new connections or catch up with familiar faces, this is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy a casual NON-CE atmosphere. Don’t miss out!
Meet up location: Zócalo Roseville, 1182 Roseville Pkwy, Roseville, CA 95678
Registration fee: $15 per person (pre-registered) | $20 per person (onsite)
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If registering more than yourself, please add their names in the “Invoice Number if applicable” box
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Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full refund granted less $10 administration fee, if received in writing 7 days before the event. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 6 days of the event or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK.
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GM – The Clear Straight Story
2025-05-13 17:45 - 21:00 | 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, CA 95815, 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, California, 95815, United States
The Clear Straight Story (In-person course)
3 CEU, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 4/29)
Registration cost details: $89 early (ends 4/29) / $99 regular (begins 4/30) / $109 late (begins 5/11)
In this course, Dr. Holt will share invaluable insights into integrating clear aligner therapy seamlessly into your practice. Participants will learn how to optimize treatment outcomes and minimize treatment duration using aligner software and attachment techniques, ensuring exceptional results for patients.
Key Topics:

REDUCING treatment time
EXAGGERATE movements or fail
Case refinement that gets the case DONE

PLEASE JOIN US – this General Meeting will be a tribute to our Foundation as well as a time to say goodbye to our Executive Director, Cathy Levering, as this will be her last general meeting before she retires.

This Course is Partially Sponsored by:

Mark H. Holt, DDS, MS
Dr. Mark Holt grew up in Sunnyvale, attended BYU, UCSF for Dental School, and University of Oklahoma for orthodontic residency. Holt Ortho has treated more than 13,000 patients with clear aligners. Currently, ⅔ of Holt Ortho patients are treated with clear aligners including 50% of teens. Dr. Holt has done studies showing shorter treatment times. Dr. Holt enjoys skiing, wake surfing, and college football.

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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.

Golf Tournament
2025-05-09 07:00 - 14:00 | 7200 Garden Highway, Sacramento, CA 95837
On May 9, 2025, we’re hosting a day of golfing, competition and camaraderie all in support of the Foundation! Learn more and register here »

Dentists Do Broadway – Parade
2025-05-07 19:30 - 22:00 | CA
Winner of the 2023 Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Musical. Leo and Lucille Frank are a newlywed Jewish couple struggling to make a life in the old red hills of Georgia. When Leo is accused of an unspeakable crime, it propels them into an unimaginable test of faith, humanity, justice, and devotion. Riveting and gloriously hopeful, PARADE reminds us that to love, we must truly see one another.
To see all Broadway & Music Circus shows and purchase tickets, visit here.

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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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.

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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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.

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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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.

California Dental Practice Act
2025-04-15 17:30 - 19:30 | 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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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.

GM – Effective Techniques on How to Work with Special Needs Patients
2025-04-08 17:45 - 21:00 | 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, CA 95815, 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, California, 95815, United States
Effective Techniques on How to Work with Special Needs Patients (In-person course)
3 CEU, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 3/25)
Registration cost details: $89 early (ends 3/25) / $99 regular (begins 3/26) / $109 late (begins 4/6)
Have you ever felt like a fish out of water not knowing what to do when a patient that has special healthcare needs comes to your office? Do you wish you had some introductory training on best practices for making these visits successful? Working with those with special healthcare needs can come with added challenges until you learn the basics of what it takes to have a successful and positive experience for the patient, you and your TEAM. Walk away with a ground level understanding of how to make working with the special need population the best part of your day.
Learning Objectives:

Ensuring a Positive Dental Visit with Behavioral Management Strategies
Tailoring Dental Treatments for Special Needs Patients
Considerations when Obtaining Consent for Dental Care
Creating a Safe and Welcoming Environment: Best Practices for Dental Offices
Working with Caregivers and Other Health Professionals

This Course is Sponsored by:

Lenny Naftalin, DDS
Dr. Lenny Naftalin is a 3rd generation dentist and honored to be speaking at Sacramento District Dental Society.
Currently, Dr. Naftalin is a dentist anesthesiologist that provides hospital-quality anesthesia and sedation services in dental offices through his mobile anesthesiology practice in Southern California. He earned his DDS degree from the USC School of Dentistry and completed a general practice residency at the Veteran’s Administration in West Los Angeles. He then completed the UCLA Dental Anesthesiology residency. Dr. Naftalin maintains a part time teaching position at the UCLA School of Dentistry in both the dental anesthesia and pediatric dental departments. He has extensive experience working with and treating patients with special needs.
He is currently President of the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists. He served on the board of the California Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists. He is the past President of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology where he remains as an oral board examiner and an exam developer. He is the past president and former editor for the Southern California Society of Dentistry for Children.
Dr. Naftalin is a dedicated family man and proud father to two energetic daughters. As a family, they enjoy beach time, biking, hiking, and skiing in the mountains. Well, Lenny enjoys these activities and forces his family to come along.

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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.

CPR BLS Blended Learning Course – Session 3
2025-04-02 20:00 - 20:45 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825
The April CPR Course will be an AHA blended learning course.
Blended learning is a combination of eLearning (online portion), in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner, followed by a hands-on session.
There are three potential time slots for the skills test session on that day. When signing up you’ll select your preference (note that we will do our best to accommodate your preference, but sessions may fill up).
Here is how an AHA Blended Learning Course works:
Step 1 – Register for the BLS/CPR providers course with SDDS (via online registration, PDF form, or phone).

You will receive an email from SDDS with a link to AHA to sign up and pay for the online course.

Step 2 – Complete the HeartCode BLS Online course

Written examination is part of the online course – 84% to pass
Print up a copy of your HeartCode BLS Online Course Completion Certificate (bring this copy to the skills test)

Step 3 – Attend the IN-PERSON Skills practice session and skills test at the SDDS Office.
Step 4 – Your American Heart Association BLS (CPR) card will be issued to you digitally via email. Physical cards are no longer issued.
All this for the price of $98; $37 of it (paid by you directly) for the online course and the other $61 (paid to SDDS) for the skills portion – 3 units of CE included.
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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.

CPR BLS Blended Learning Course – Session 2
2025-04-02 19:00 - 19:45 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825

CPR BLS Blended Learning Course – Session 1
2025-04-02 18:00 - 18:45 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825

Sacramento Kings Game
2025-03-27 19:00 - 22:30 | CA
SDDS Members at a Sacramento Kings game is Sold Out!
We’re going to the Kings game and we hope to see you there – Kings vs. Portland – Tickets were $99 (and includes a Kings hat and $10 food coupon). Tickets are sold out.
Terms and Conditions:
Cancellation Policy
By placing this order, you agree that it is final and non-cancelable. Cancellation requests will not be accepted unless we are able to resell the tickets to another customer at the same price. In the event that a resale is possible, a cancellation fee of $25 may apply to cover administrative costs. All requests for cancellation must be submitted in writing, and any acceptance of a cancellation will be solely at our discretion based on our ability to resell the ticket(s). Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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.

New Pathway to RDA Licensure - Preceptorship
2025-03-20 17:30 - 19:00 | CA
New Pathway to RDA Licensure – Dental Assisting Preceptorship: The DDS As Preceptor (Webinar)
1.5 CEU, 20% • Member Price: $59 early (ends 2/27)
Registration cost details: $59 early (ends 2/27) / $79 regular (begins 2/28)
What is the new Preceptorship for Dental Assisting and your involvement as a Preceptor?
Effective July 1, 2025, the increased methods or pathways to licensure will be greater than ever, with one of the most progressive being the formalization of an apprenticeship. With your unlicensed dental assistant as Preceptee and yourself as the DDS employer being the Preceptor, this course will serve to better understand the completion requirements as well as the obligations of both the dentist and the assistant.
Join Ms. Drury-Klein for this 1.5-hour review of the new pathway and gain the knowledge you need to support your team’s professional growth!
Learning objectives:

Understand the new preceptorship pathway
Define the roles and responsibilities for the DDS and the assistant
Outline the completion requirements
Review compliance with regulatory standards

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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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.

Leaves, Weeks, Hours and Wages…Oh My!
2025-03-18 12:00 - 13:30 | CA
Leaves, Weeks, Hours and Wages…Oh My! (Webinar)
1.5 CEU, 20% • Member Price: $59 early (ends 2/25)
Registration cost details: $59 early (ends 2/25) / $79 regular (begins 2/26)
Now more than ever, it is crucial that California employers ensure wage and hour compliance. Wage and hour lawsuits are some of the costliest issues employers may face. Handling leaves of absences can also become tricky if you aren’t aware of the various nuances and eligibility requirements around each leave law. Join us on this virtual webinar to learn how to avoid common lawsuit landmines in your dental office and bring your questions for our HR Subject Matter Expert, Mari Bradford!
Topics covered include:

Most common leave laws in Dental Offices
Minimum wage essentials
Exempt classifications
Alternative workweeks
Meal/rest periods and other tricky issues

Mari Bradford, PHR; California Employers Association (CEA) SDDS Vendor Member
Mari is a Senior HR Director and trainer for the California Employers Association. An experienced HR Generalist and an HR expert on California employment law and compliance matters. With an HR background in various industries and experience working with both large and small employers, she understands the challenges that managers and owners face when running a business in California.
Mari has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Communications from CSU Sacramento and her PHR from the Society for Human Resource Management.

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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.

Write the Rules: Creating an Employee Handbook Made Easy
2025-03-14 08:30 - 12:00 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825
Write the Rules: Creating an Employee Handbook Made Easy (In-person)
3.5 CEU, 20% • Member Price: $325 early (ends 2/21)
Registration cost details: $325 early (ends 2/21) / $345 regular (begins 2/22)
Create a 2025 Employee Handbook for your dental practice! Bring your laptop and join us in person at the SDDS office for a half-day class where you get to build a custom 2025 employee handbook. You’ll have the support of a CEA HR Subject Matter expert guiding you through the process from beginning to end. Participants will receive via email a template to download prior to the course date.
Learning objectives:

Identify the key components and policies that should be included in a comprehensive and compliant employee handbook for 2025.
Develop a tailored employee handbook that reflects your dental practice’s specific culture, policies and operational needs.

Mari Bradford, PHR; California Employers Association (CEA) SDDS Vendor Member
Mari is a Senior HR Director and trainer for the California Employers Association. An experienced HR Generalist and an HR expert on California employment law and compliance matters. With an HR background in various industries and experience working with both large and small employers, she understands the challenges that managers and owners face when running a business in California.
Mari has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Communications from CSU Sacramento and her PHR from the Society for Human Resource Management.

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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.

SDDS Member Mixer - Downtown
2025-03-13 18:00 - 19:30 | CA
Join your fellow SDDS Members for a fantastic evening of networking, laughter, and great company at SDDS’ Member Mixer!
Your ticket includes one drink, a selection of pre-selected appetizers, and—most importantly—a whole lot of fun. Whether you’re looking to make new connections or catch up with familiar faces, this is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy a casual NON-CE atmosphere. Don’t miss out!
Meet up location: Centro at 2730 J St, Sacramento, CA 95816
Registration fee: $15 pp
How to Register
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Sponsored by:

Terms and Conditions:
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full refund granted less $10 administration fee, if received in writing 7 days before the event. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 6 days of the event 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.

GM – Goodbye GV Black! Embracing Contemporary Composites in the Modern Era
2025-03-11 17:45 - 21:00 | 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, CA 95815, 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, California, 95815, United States
Goodbye GV Black! Embracing Contemporary Composites in the Modern Era (In-person course)
3 CEU, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 2/25)
Registration cost details: $89 early (ends 2/25) / $99 regular (begins 2/26) / $109 late (begins 3/9)
Dentistry has been using composite resin as a restorative material for the past 50 years but are we maximizing the success of our restorations. When we are taught in school to prepare a tooth, we use the principles set down by GV Black. These principles are based on a completely different material. We will discuss an approach that is designed for composite.
Learning Objectives:

Understand how our preparation style and techniques needs to adapt to the properties of the material.
Learn how changing the properties of the composite can benefit our restoration.
Learn new techniques in restoring a preparation with composite resin.

Joel Whiteman, DDS
Dr. Whiteman is an Assistant Professor at California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine and has been serving the Land Park area of Sacramento for the last 17 years. For the past 14 years he has served in the US Army Reserve Dental Corps. In his free time, he enjoys cycling and using his smoker to cook Texas style BBQ.

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Dentists Do Broadway – Tina Turner
2025-03-06 19:30 - 22:00 | CA
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, the triumphant story of the Queen of Rock and Roll set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits! TINA–The Tina Turner Musical presents Tina’s journey against all odds to become one of the world’s most beloved artists of all time. Featuring her much loved songs, TINA –The Tina Turner Musical is written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall.
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MidWinter Convention & Expo
2025-02-27 - 2025-02-28 | 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 2025! Make sure to mark your calendars for February 27-28, 2025, for two great days of CE!
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Dentists Do Broadway – Mean Girls
2025-02-19 19:30 - 22:00 | CA
Featuring a book by Tina Fey, MEAN GIRLS tells the story of a naïve newbie who falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A MARVEL: dazzling and hilarious!” and USA Today says, “We’ll let you in on a little secret, because we’re such good friends: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!”
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Responsibilities and Requirements of Prescribing Schedule II Opioids
2025-02-05 17:30 - 19:30 | CA
Responsibilities and Requirements of Prescribing Schedule II Opioids (Webinar)
2 CEU, Core • Member Price: $95 early (ends 1/15)
Registration cost details: $95 early (ends 1/15) / $115 regular (begins 1/16)
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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The View From the Labor Commissioner’s Office
2025-01-29 12:00 - 13:30 | CA
The View From the Labor Commissioner’s Office (Webinar)
1.5 CEU, 20% • Member Price: $59 early (ends 1/8)
Registration cost details: $59 early (ends 1/8) / $79 regular (begins 1/9)
This course provides an exploration of the common workplace claims and disputes seen by the Labor Commissioner’s Office. Participants will gain valuable insights into the types of cases handled, including wage and hour violations, workplace discrimination, retaliation, and employee misclassification.
Practice owners and practice managers will have a better understanding of labor laws and their enforcement. Whether you are looking to prevent disputes, resolve conflicts effectively, or simply stay informed about workplace rights and responsibilities, this session provides actionable knowledge directly from a key decision-maker in the field.
Learning objectives:

Trends in workplace disputes and emerging issues.
The processes for filing and resolving claims.
Best practices to ensure compliance with labor laws.

Von Boyenger, Sr. Deputy Labor Commissioner; Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, Department of Industrial Relations
Mr. Boyenger is a Senior Deputy Labor Commissioner for the State of California with over 30 years of expertise in administrative hearings and claims management. As the DLSE/EDD seminar liaison, Von speaks to employers and organizations statewide. His background includes representing Fortune 500 companies in various labor-related matters and over 25 years of executive human resources experience, specializing in situational HR..

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CPR BLS Blended Learning Course – Session 3
2025-01-28 20:00 - 20:45 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825
The January CPR Course will be an AHA blended learning course.
Blended learning is a combination of eLearning (online portion), in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner, followed by a hands-on session.
There are three potential time slots for the skills test session on that day. When signing up you’ll select your preference (note that we will do our best to accommodate your preference, but sessions may fill up).
Here is how an AHA Blended Learning Course works:
Step 1 – Register for the BLS/CPR providers course with SDDS (via online registration, PDF form, or phone).

You will receive an email from SDDS with a link to AHA to sign up and pay for the online course.

Step 2 – Complete the HeartCode BLS Online course

Written examination is part of the online course – 84% to pass
Print up a copy of your HeartCode BLS Online Course Completion Certificate (bring this copy to the skills test)

Step 3 – Attend the IN-PERSON Skills practice session and skills test at the SDDS Office.
Step 4 – Your American Heart Association BLS (CPR) card will be issued to you digitally via email. Physical cards are no longer issued.
All this for the price of $97; $36 of it (paid by you directly) for the online course and the other $61 (paid to SDDS) for the skills portion – 3 units of CE included.
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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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CPR BLS Blended Learning Course – Session 2
2025-01-28 19:00 - 19:45 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825

CPR BLS Blended Learning Course – Session 1
2025-01-28 18:00 - 18:45 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825

Dentists Do Broadway – Hamilton
2025-01-16 19:30 - 22:00 | CA
This show is sold out
HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. HAMILTON features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards, it has won Grammy®, Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.
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GM – 15 on 15: Multi-Topic Pearls…
2025-01-14 17:45 - 21:00 | 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, CA 95815, 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, California, 95815, United States
SDDS 15 on 15: 15 Minutes, 15 Slides: Multi-Topic Pearls… Insights Across Specialties (In-person course)
3 CEU, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 1/5)
Registration cost details: $89 early (ends 1/5) / $99 regular (begins 1/6) / $99 late (begins 1/13)

Amanda Chen, DDS
Orthodontic Relapse and Retention
The Hollywood movie tagline “Happily Ever After” does not seem to apply to orthodontic treatment. Many occlusal changes after orthodontic treatment can occur within the first few months to years after as a part of physiologic changes of aging. A short discussion of common presentation of relapse, causes of relapse, recommended retention protocol will be presented.
Dr. Chen is the owner of Gold River Orthodontics with over 20 years of experience. She graduated with her DDS degree from Columbia University, she also completed a general practice residency and earned her orthodontics specialty certificate from Columbia. .

Jeffrey Delgadillo, DDS
Third Molars: What You Need to Know
Do you ever find yourself wondering why Oral Surgeons want all wisdom teeth out? We will discuss clinically significant evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and risk stratification surrounding third molars. The goal is understanding how to work as a team to avoid unnecessary complications.
Dr. Delgadillo is a native of Sacramento, and a partner at Heise, Alpha & Delgadillo OMS. Dr. Delgadillo graduated from the UCSF School of Dentistry and completed oral surgery residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City. While serving on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Delgadillo served on code and intubation teams while responding to life-threatening hospital medical emergencies.

Estella Kim, DDS
Integrating In-office Sedation and General Anesthesia
What now? When the patient is too anxious or uncooperative to complete treatment, what options are available? We will discuss the different levels of anesthesia available, patient selection and criteria, and what additional equipment or certifications an office needs to provide general anesthesia in-office.
Dr. Kim is a dental anesthesiologist. She grew up in Sacramento, California. She received a Doctorate Degree in Dental Surgery (DDS) with a specialty in Dental Anesthesiology from Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry.

Richard Knight, DDS, MS
The Basics of Frenectomies in Children
The tongue and lips play an intricate role in nursing/eating, speech, breathing, and oral cleansing. When these processes are lacking in some way, dental professionals must consider the possibility that the mobility of oral structures could be hindered. This short talk will give you the confidence to recognize a lip or tongue tie, and teach you how to proceed with treatment to maximize success.
Dr. Richard Knight is a pediatric dental specialist and a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He attended both his Dental School and Pediatric Dental Residency at UCSF, where he also received a Master’s in Oral Facial Sciences. He owns a private practice off of Douglas Blvd.

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Dentists Do Broadway – Kimberly Akimbo
2025-01-02 19:30 - 22:00 | CA
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL! Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with her family to a new town in suburban New Jersey. In this “howlingly funny heartbreaker of a show” (The New Yorker), Kim is forced to navigate family dysfunction, a rare genetic condition, her first crush … and possible felony charges. Ever the optimist, she is determined to find happiness against all odds and embark on a great adventure.
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