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SCDA serves as a resource to all oral health care professionals who serve or are interested in serving patients with special needs.

08/27/2026

Dental students: start the school year by building a community around special care dentistry!

SCDA Student Chapters give students opportunities to connect with peers, learn from SCDA members, participate in educational activities and grow their knowledge of caring for patients with complex dental needs.

Already have an officially recognized group at your dental school? Learn how to become an official SCDA Student Chapter at https://www.thescda.org/students

08/26/2026

SCDA brings together professionals across disciplines who share a commitment to advancing oral healthcare for patients with special health care needs.

Membership keeps you connected to the people, knowledge, and opportunities moving the field forward.

As an SCDA member, you can expand your expertise, build meaningful professional relationships, and stay engaged with developments in special care dentistry throughout the year.

Member benefits include:

Continuing education and exclusive educational resources
Connections with a national, interdisciplinary network
Opportunities to get involved, lead, and collaborate
Access to the latest research, resources, and best practices
Member savings on select SCDA programs and opportunities

Bringing a team? SCDA also offers institutional membership options and discounts for multiple members—making it easier for academic institutions, hospitals, practices, and organizations to get their teams involved.

Join: www.members.thescda.org

08/25/2026

Join SCDA for an upcoming ADPD Webinar!

Alternative Caries Management and Restorative Techniques: A Live Virtual Hands-On Workshop
Presented by Robert E. Rada, DDS, MBA

📅 September 23, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM Eastern
💻 Live Virtual Workshop

Dr. Rada brings extensive experience in special care dentistry and will lead this hands-on session focused on alternative approaches to caries management and restorative care.

SCDA Members: FREE
Non-Members: $25

Learn more and register: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252165416879063

08/24/2026

Exciting news! will soon break ground on a new 2,377-square-foot Special Patient Care Clinic that strives to become Southern California's premier oral healthcare facility for treating medically compromised patients, thanks to a $4.2 million grant from the California Health Facility Financing Authority (CHFFA). Pictured: Dr. Eric Sung, SCDA President

08/21/2026

We are loving the "Why SCDA Wednesday" series from - from sharing memories to discussing aspirations, we love hearing about the impact our student chapters are making!

08/14/2026

Compassionate care begins with compassionate professionals.

The SCDA Career Board helps employers connect with dental professionals who are passionate about serving individuals with special health care needs.

Build a team that shares your mission: https://scda.careerwebsite.com

08/13/2026

Try Out Our Online Course!

Advancing special care dentistry takes more than one provider — it takes a well-trained, aligned team. With the SCDA online course, your entire team can build the knowledge and confidence needed to care for patients with special health care needs — together.

Designed for real-world application, this evidence-based course delivers practical, accessible training that fits seamlessly into your team’s schedule.

Explore the course and request group enrollment information: https://www.thescda.org/course

08/07/2026

A friendly reminder: SCDA Committee applications are still open.

Looking for a way to become more involved, expand your professional network, and contribute to the future of special care dentistry? Consider applying for an SCDA committee.

Open committees include:

• Conference Planning (help us prepare for Portland!)
• Membership
• Education
• Fundraising
• Governance
• Scientific
• Match
• Fellowship

Whether you're interested in leadership, education, research, member engagement, or conference planning, there's a committee where your expertise can make an impact.

Your next chapter with SCDA starts here. Apply today: https://airtable.com/app7LnnyvZbfuNgxw/shrjmpSTmxKQHHLmQ

08/05/2026

Dentists & Hygienists — take your career to the next level by earning a SCDA Fellowship in Hospital Dentistry, Geriatric Dentistry or Dentistry for Persons with Disabilities. SCDA’s Dental Fellowship Program has been an essential part of SCDA for decades, granting hundreds of Fellows over the years. Securing a Fellowship is a unique opportunity to be recognized for the hard work and dedication you have for your profession and the patients you serve.

Learn more: https://members.thescda.org/spaces/20162540/page

08/04/2026

Every career begins with a purpose.

If your passion is providing compassionate care to individuals with special health care needs, your next opportunity could be waiting.

The SCDA Career Board connects dedicated dental professionals with employers who share your commitment to making a difference.

Where Compassion Finds Its Calling: https://scda.careerwebsite.com

Address

611 South Main Street, Suite 455
Grapevine, TX
76051

Telephone

(312) 527-6764

Website

http://www.thescda.org/

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