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Leaves, Weeks, Hours and Wages…Oh My!
2025-03-18 12:00 - 13:30 UTC
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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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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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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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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SDDS Member Mixer - Downtown
2025-03-13 18:00 - 19:30
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
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If registering more than yourself, please add their names in the “Invoice Number if applicable” box
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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 – 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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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.

Dentists Do Broadway – Tina Turner
2025-03-06 19:30 - 22:00
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.
This show is sold out, to see other Broadway & Music Circus shows, visit here.

MidWinter Convention & Expo
2025-02-27 - 2025-02-28
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
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!”
This show is sold out, to see other Broadway & Music Circus shows, visit here.

Responsibilities and Requirements of Prescribing Schedule II Opioids
2025-02-05 17:30 - 19:30
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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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.

The View From the Labor Commissioner’s Office
2025-01-29 12:00 - 13:30
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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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
2025-01-28 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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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
2025-01-28 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
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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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.

Dentists Do Broadway – Kimberly Akimbo
2025-01-02 19:30 - 22:00
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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The Polar Express Train Ride
2024-12-12 17:45 - 20:00
The Sacramento District Dental Society Invites You to Join Us for The Polar Express Train Ride
Each ticket includes THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride; admission to the Central Pacific Passenger Station where you will pick up your Golden Ticket, shop, and enjoy entertainment while you wait to board the train; and admission to the Eagle Theater where you may meet Santa.
Enjoy this magical event! The evening begins in the passenger station where you will be entertained by Polar Express characters, and then board your train to the North Pole where you will enjoy hot chocolate and a sweet treat. Once you reach the North Pole, the jolly old elf — Santa himself — will come on board to give each passenger the first gift of Christmas, a silver sleigh bell.
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Harassment Prevention Training – For Supervisors/Employers (Webinar)
2024-12-10 11:00 - 13:00
2 CEU, Core • Member Price: $69 early (ends 11/19)
Registration cost details: $69 early (ends 11/19) / $89 regular (begins 11/20)
SDDS Presents Harassment Prevention Training for Supervisors/Employers:
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 2-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 also be covered in an interactive format.
Supervisors will learn how to recognize problems and about their responsibility in the prevention of sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and abusive conduct. Topics include reporting, bystander intervention, investigating and resolving complaints, parameters of confidentiality, and practical tips on how to stay out of trouble and keep your workplace harassment-free.
In the past, only California employers with 50 or more employees were required to provide sexual harassment prevention training—and only to supervisors. Effective 1/1/19, SB1343 requires all California employers with five (5) or more employees to provide harassment prevention training.
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Harassment Prevention Training – For Employees (Webinar)
2024-12-10 11:00 - 12:00
1 CEU, Core • Member Price: $49 early (ends 11/19)
Registration cost details: $49 early (ends 11/19) / $69 regular (begins 11/20)
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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Holiday Party
2024-12-06 18:00 - 22:00 | Del Paso Country Club, 3333 Marconi Ave, Sacramento, California, 95821
Please join us for a wonderful evening of cocktails, dinner, friends & fun!
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Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full refund granted less $25 administration fee, if received in writing by 11/20/24. No refunds after 11/20/24 or for No Shows (including registrations received after this date). Substitutions okay. Attire: Holiday…fun! No jeans please.
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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.

Ask Me Anything
2024-11-14 18:30 - 20:30 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825
Ask Me Anything (In-person course)
No CEU • Member Price: $75 early (ends 10/24)
Registration cost details: $75 early (ends 10/24) / $95 regular (begins 10/25)
Whether you are an early career dentist or a seasoned practitioner looking to gain insights, overcome challenges and work toward a successful dental career, this evening will bring everyone together to discuss various topics such as DSOs vs private practice, disability insurance, work/life balance, what new dentists think and want, what seasoned dentists have learned along the way (“words to the wise”), getting involved in organized dentistry and managing it all!
Join SDDS and our panel as they share what works/worked, what didn’t work, what expectations are for the future of the practice of dentistry – bring your burning questions and plan your course!
Learning Objectives:

Learn from dentists of all ages and levels; hear what matters in the journey of your career
Ask questions to the experts and industry partners
Learn practical strategies and tips that you can immediately apply to your professional life
Connect with fellow dentists, share experiences, and build a supportive network
Learn about the resources that your local, state and national dental associations provide you as a member

Sponsored by:

SDDS Members, SDDS Vendor Members, TDIC, CDA
Bios coming soon.

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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.

GM – Dental Implants: Proceed with Caution!
2024-11-12 17:45 - 21:00 | 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, CA 95815, 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, California, 95815, United States
Dental Implants: Proceed with Caution! (In-person course)
3 CEU, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 10/29)
Registration cost details: $89 early (ends 10/29) / $99 regular (begins 10/30) / $109 late (begins 11/11)
This lecture will focus on lending helpful treatment planning and procedural considerations toward decreasing the incidence of early implant complications and failures. With implant failures on the rise in the dental field, it is crucial to “read the caution signs,” to avoid complications and to ultimately achieve predictable outcomes.
Learning Objectives:

Medical history and treatment planning considerations
Clinical pearls for optimal osseointegration
Understand Hard and soft tissue guidelines for success

Tamir Wardany, DDS, DABOI
Dr. Tamir Wardany is one of the few board-certified oral implantologist in California, who holds diplomate status with the American Board of Oral Implantology. He limits his practice exclusively to the surgical component of implant and bone augmentation procedures. He earned his dental degree from Meharry Medical College and pursued further training, including a fellowship in implant dentistry at the State University of New York at Stonybrook and extensive international training in Europe. Dr. Wardany conducts clinical research and collaborates with Stanford University’s Department of Reconstructive Surgery on studies related to bone regeneration and dental implant biology. He serves as a product advisor for Geistlich Biomaterials, lectures for Straumann and Geistlich Biomaterials, and is a member of the International Team for Implantology and the Osteology Foundation, both dedicated to advancing research in implant surgery and graft procedures.

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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.

CPR BLS Blended Learning Course – Session 3
2024-11-08 10:00 - 10:45 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825
The November 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 $92; $36 of it (paid by you directly) for the online course and the other $56 (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
2024-11-08 09:00 - 09:45 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825

CPR BLS Blended Learning Course – Session 1
2024-11-08 08:00 - 08:45 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825

Smiles for Sacramento Gala
2024-10-26 18:00 - 23:00
Smiles for Sacramento Gala
Hyatt Regency Sacramento | 1209 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Join us for the Smiles for Sacramento Gala to support the Sacramento District Dental Foundation and celebrate our 55th anniversary as a Foundation. Reserve your table now!
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Finding the Perfect Fit – Bringing Harmony Back to the Workplace
2024-10-23 18:00 - 20:00
Finding the Perfect Fit – Bringing Harmony Back to the Workplace (Webinar)
2 CEU, 20% • Member Price: $75 early (ends 10/2)
Registration cost details: $75 early (ends 10/2) / $95 regular (begins 10/3)
Join us for a virtual roundtable with our panel of experts! Dive deep into three critical business topics: hiring, retention and culture. This dynamic, panel-style discussion will thoroughly explore each topic. This Zoom webinar will require computer cameras to be turned on for full participation.
Learning objectives:

Identify effective recruitment and retention strategies and interview techniques
Understand the key factors that drive employment engagement
Discover techniques for building a positive work culture

Mari Bradford, PHR, SHRM; California Employers Assoc. (CEA)
Mari Bradford is a Senior HR Director for CEA. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Communications from CSU Sacramento and her PHR and SHRM certifications. Before joining CEA in 2005, Mari held HR Manager positions for both small and large companies and is familiar with the challenges that each can face while running a business in California.

Wendie Richards, US Navy Veteran, Dental Staffing Solutions Manager; Resource Staffing
Wendie has 23 years of experience in the staffing industry, 19 of which have been with Resource Staffing Group, where she excels in placing dental professionals in their ideal positions across Northern California. Wendie’s dedication to the dental industry is obvious in her ability to identify the ideal fit for temporary, long-term, and permanent placements. She is extremely passionate about building lasting relationships and creating staffing solutions, which are critical to making your dental practice run efficiently. When she is not placing dental professionals, you can find her exploring local wineries and California’s breathtaking landscapes with her husband, daughter, and their 120-pound Rottweiler puppy.

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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
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Dentists Do Broadway – Mrs. Doubtfire
2024-10-10 19:30 - 22:00
Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Sacramento in “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter). Based on the beloved film, it’s “the lovable, big-hearted musical comedy we need right now” (Chicago Tribune) – one that proves we’re better together.
To see all Broadway & Music Circus shows and purchase tickets, visit here.

GM – The Many Myths of Pediatric Dentistry
2024-10-08 17:45 - 21:00 | 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, CA 95815, 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, California, 95815, United States
The Many Myths of Pediatric Dentistry (In-person course)
3 CEU, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 9/24)
Registration cost details: $89 early (ends 9/24) / $99 regular (begins 9/25) / $109 late (begins 10/7)
We do what we were taught in dental school despite time and research passing us by. We sometimes jump on the bandwagon because something sounds good but may be of dubious scientific backing. In this presentation, we’ll look at commonly held but not scientifically based myths in kid’s dentistry that have been perpetuated by dentists and the “Lay” media for years (including many old wives’ tales). We’ll look at the difference between common sense, science, and factless fantasy.
Learning Objectives:

Learn how to read and evaluate literature and critically assess what we have been taught
Incorporate valid science into our treatment planning and procedures
Does teething exist?
Frenectomy, Frenotomy, Frenuloplasty – what does it mean?
Bruxing and grinding? He must be stressed
Do we really have to block him?

David L. Rothman, DDS, FAAPD, FACD, FICD
Dr. David Rothman, a pediatric dentist, received his dental degree from New York University College of Dentistry. He completed residencies in General Practice, Anesthesia and Pediatric Dentistry. He served as Director of Pediatric Dentistry Residency at UCSF before assuming the Chair of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at the University of the Pacific. He later transitioned to full-time private practice while maintaining academic affiliations with Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Rothman is board-certified in Pediatric Dentistry and is a Fellow of the AAPD, ICD, ACD and PFA. He has held leadership positions in CDA, CSPD, ADSA, and COD-ABPD,. Dr. Rothman serves as an examiner for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He is recognized for his expertise in pediatric dentistry, anesthesia, and sedation. He is an avid reader, and actively involved in music, outdoor activities, and vintage car racing.

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Hands-on: Next Level Bone Grafting
2024-10-03 17:30 - 20:30 | SDDS Classroom, 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95825
Next Level Bone Grafting: Ridge Preservation and Augmentation of Compromised Sites for Implant Site Development – Hands-on (In-person course)
3 CEU, Core (Recorded Webinar) and 3 CEU, Core (Hands-on) • 2 Purchase Options (see below)
2 Purchase Options:
$300 for hands-on only for those who attended the March 21 lecture
$395 for both recording of the March 21 lecture and this hands-on course (must view recording prior to attending hands-on course)
This course is designed to provide clinicians with the knowledge, skill set and confidence to sequence and perform predictable hard tissue augmentation procedures prior to implant placement. With a lecture and hands-on component (Pig-jaw), this bone grafting course is designed for the clinician with some prior implant experience, looking to improve and advance bone grafting techniques for their implant practice. The focus will be to understand how to manage extraction sockets that have defects as well as learn various approaches to managing more complex horizontal ridge defects. An understanding of patient selection based on health history, graft site CBCT evaluation, harvest site assessment, and other approaches to minimize complications will be reviewed.
Learning Objectives:

Treatment planning and patient selection for grafting procedures
Concepts and techniques in bone grafting from incision to suturing
Extraction site management including immediate versus delayed implant placement
Horizontal procedural approaches of ridge augmentation
Understanding pre and post graft management protocols
New technology using growth factors to enhance augmentation procedures
Managing graft complications, possibility of treatment and prognosis

Co-sponsored by:

Tamir Wardany, DDS, DABOI
Dr. Tamir Wardany is one of the few board certified oral implantologists in California who holds diplomate status with the American Board of Oral Implantology, and one of an even smaller handful of implant specialists in the world, that limits his practice exclusively to the surgical component of implant and bone augmentation procedures. He has dedicated the past 19 years to extensive training in implant surgery and its associated bone augmentation procedures. After completing Dental School at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN., Dr. Wardany completed a fellowship in implant dentistry through State University of New York at Stonybrook. He then continued his training overseas, spending extensive time in Europe, training alongside some of the world’s leaders in implant and bone augmentation surgery.
In addition to his years of training, Dr. Wardany conducts clinical research in his office and has collaborated on research studies related to bone regeneration and dental implant biology with the department of reconstructive surgery at Stanford University. He has been a product advisor for Geistlich Biomaterials and actively lectures for Straumann and Geistlich Biomaterials, a leading regenerative company based in Switzerland. In an effort to always be on the forefront of this specialization, Dr. Wardany maintains membership with the International Team for Implantology and the Osteology Foundation. Both groups focus on research to further the quality of care in implant surgery and complex graft procedures.
Dr. Wardany was a former collegiate swimmer born and raised in Sacramento. He is a proud Sacramento Country Day and Jesuit alumnus and lives in Land Park with his wife and three amazing children. Once in a while he still gets time to swim a few laps and watch 49er 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
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California Dental Practice Act
2024-09-24 17:30 - 19:30
California Dental Practice Act (DPA) and Ethics: – Where’s the Line, and Why? (Webinar course)
2 CEU, Core • Member Price: $95 early (ends 9/3)
Registration cost details: $95 early (ends 9/3) / $115 regular (begins 9/4)
This seminar reviews and updates the required DPA topics & regulations, including scope of practice, drug prescribing, licensure and qualifications, supervision of auxiliaries, professional conduct, mandated reporting, and consent. Codes and Principles of Ethics are reviewed. Examples of law violations, unprofessional conduct, and difficult legal challenges will be discussed.
Learning Outcomes – Upon completion, the participant shall be able to:

be familiar with the scope of regulations addressed in the DPA
relate Dental Codes of Ethics to professional standards and rules
discuss how those regulations define dental practice limits
understand how the California Dental Board enforces the DPA
learn how to locate information and resources related to the DPA

Nancy Dewhirst, RDH, BS:
Ms. Dewhirst graduated from the University of Southern California, practiced dental hygiene for 20 years, is adjunct dental hygiene faculty at West Coast University and a member of Sigma Phi Alpha. Ms. Dewhirst is consistently listed as one of the nation’s “Leaders in CE”, presents over 80 seminars a year, is featured at major U.S. and Canadian Dental Conferences, and is a member of the California Dental Association Speakers Bureau. She has had many articles published in dental peer-reviewed journals and has contributed to dental textbooks and guidance documents.

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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
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