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Don’t lose money to hidden credit card processing fees: Here’s what you need to know 

Credit card processing fees can include hidden costs. Best Card shares resources to help your practice take control of these expenses.

April 27, 2026 |Endorsed Services

Guidelines and support for appropriate antibiotic prescribing in dentistry

The dental profession has made important strides in antibiotic stewardship in recent years, including publishing updated clinical guidelines.

April 23, 2026 |Public Health

Beyond borders: How the CDA Journal became a global platform

Dr. Kerry K. Carney, editor-in-chief, talks about the CDA Journal’s expanded global reach and what that international influence means for practicing dentists and the dental profession. Find research articles from British Columbia, Brazil, Iran, India and across the United States.

April 22, 2026 |Public Health

Supporting recovery and building resilience: Wellness Program expands its lens

The CDA Foundation’s programs have evolved to offer support beyond substance use disorder recovery. The peer-to-peer program still provides this critical help, but more resources address mental health, stress and burnout.

April 21, 2026 |CDA Foundation

Struggling to maintain consistent cash flow? Here’s how to improve your revenue cycle performance

Revenue cycle performance can greatly affect your practice’s overall stability and cash flow. eAssist Dental Solutions shares tips to help boost efficiency.

April 20, 2026 |Endorsed Services

California dentists, students, dental professionals can apply for up to $5K for education expenses

Individuals are eligible for the grant if they graduated from an accredited dental school, dental hygiene program or dental assisting program in California within the last three years or expect to do so within six months.  

April 14, 2026 |CDA Foundation

Nominate a California dentist for CDA Foundation’s Humanitarian Award by May 31

CDA members and local dental society directors can nominate a licensed California dentist for the CDA Foundation’s 2026 Humanitarian Award by May 31.

April 13, 2026 |CDA Foundation

House calls and a custom-built brick-and-mortar: One California dentist’s uncommon path to practice ownership

A dentist in Los Angeles County discusses how he built his combined practice model to best serve members of his community. He covers lessons learned, Medi-Cal reimbursements and the rewards or providing care under this model.

April 9, 2026 |Leadership and Practice Ownership

Using SMS, AI or new tech in your practice? Here’s how to stay HIPAA-compliant

Your dental practice doesn’t need to choose between digital advancements and compliance. Here’s what the experts at Abyde, CDA’s Endorsed Services partner for HIPAA compliance, advise to manage your risks.

April 7, 2026 |Endorsed Services

UCSF student shares plans for pediatric dentistry career, plus advice for incoming students

Each month, CDA highlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Get to know Erica Julian of UCSF School of Dentistry’s class of 2029.

April 7, 2026 |News Articles, Students

Dentists can shine a light on oral cancer with patient education, vigilant screening

CDA encourages dentists and their teams to join the fight against oral cancer—an often silent but potentially deadly disease. CDA Journal articles on detection and prevention, courses at CDA Presents this May and other resources can assist these efforts.

April 2, 2026 |Patient Care

New Public Health Leadership Award recognizes oral health champions in California

California dentists who have distinguished themselves through a lifetime of leadership and contributions in public health and public policy can be recognized through a CDA Foundation award launched April 1.

April 2, 2026 |CDA Foundation
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