Central Coast Dental Society Membership Benefits
The Central Coast Dental Society (CCDS) would like to be your professional home. We are proud to be a local dental society of the American Dental Association (ADA) and California Dental Association (CDA). We strive to provide our members with a strong sense of community. Our members enjoy the opportunity to build their practices while fostering significant professional and personal relationships.
We are committed to working for, and on behalf of, our members and their practices. CCDS is part-time dentists, practice owners, associate dentists, educators, corporate dentists, public health dentists, specialists, FQHC and private non-profit dentists. CCDS is you!
NOTE: The tripartite application for membership in the CCDS, CDA, and ADA is available on CDA.org. You will need to create a CDA.org profile first, then click on “My Account” to apply for membership.
Exclusive Benefits
Our dedication lies in assisting members to achieve success through an array of benefits, resources, and perks for professional growth and thriving practices. Explore your Member Benefits, Resources, and Perks to make the most of them!
Community of Dentists
CCDS is your community, no matter where or how you practice. Membership offers opportunities to connect with dental colleagues, share knowledge, and form lasting professional relationships. Members have access to experts, innovative tools and dental specific programs and services.
Respected Professional Publications
Learn the latest developments and urgent, rapidly changing news in the CCDS Update e-news. The Signature, our bi-monthly newsletter, provides in-depth coverage on non-urgent issues and keeps members updated on local activities, changing legislation, environmental issues, articles relevant to your practice, and more.
Professional Support and Guidance
CCDS is a wealth of knowledge! CCDS is your resource to learn from and depend on for the most up-to-date information. Tap into your CCDS Support System– you are just a phone call or email away from having your questions answered. Broaden your patient base by tapping into the CCDS patient referral services - referrals to members when patients call our office or access our Find-a-Dentist feature.
Savings, Services, and Resources
CCDS members can access exclusive savings, services, and resources to boost their dental practice and improve their quality of life. These benefits include discounts on relevant services from industry partners partners and suppliers providing HIPAA compliance solutions, E-prescribing management services, subscription based dental membership plans, dental payment solutions, and more – all at exclusive discounts to CCDS members.
Continuing Education and Professional Development
CCDS members have access to a wealth of educational resources and opportunities, including continuing education courses, webinars, and workshops throughout the year, virtually and in-person.
Advocacy
CCDS works tirelessly to represent the interests of members at the local level, advocating for you, your practice, and the oral health of our community. By joining CCDS, you become part of a collective voice that advocates for the dental profession and helps shape policies and regulations that impact your practice at the local, state and national levels.
Community Service Volunteer Opportunities
CCDS works closely with community partners to provide opportunities for members to give back to the community – see our list of upcoming special events.
Leadership Development
Cultivate your leadership potential. Influence conditions within our profession, organization, and community by volunteering to serve on a committee. Explore our volunteer leadership opportunities page for more information.
A Supportive Community for Dental Professionals
Don't miss out on the chance to elevate your career and stay connected with the latest advancements in dentistry. Join CCDS today and start reaping the benefits of membership in this esteemed organization.
Testimonials
"I feel that joining the Central Coast Dental Society gives me more credibility with my patients. It is an outward sign of commitment to my patients and desire to keep abreast of continual advances in dental techniques and the profession." -K.S., D.D.S.,
"I consider my membership in the Central Coast Dental Society as an essential component of my professional practice and growth. In truth, the dental society represents our interests. I am convinced more than ever that my membership in the Central Coast Dental Society is valued and is money well spent." -L.S-C., D.M.D.
The Power of 3
As a member of the tripartite, you will enjoy all of the benefits provided by the CCDS in addition to benefits offered by the ADA and CDA. Learn more: