Welcome New Dentists

Welcome to the New Dentist section of the PDA website. Being a new dentist can be challenging at times. The New Dentist Committee (NDC) has compiled some information that should be of significant assistance to you as you begin your career in dentistry. Please browse through the information presented in this section, and direct any questions to the membership department at (800) 223-0016.     

New Dentist Committee 

The NDC identifies and addresses the needs and concerns of new dentists and makes recommendations to appropriate leadership. Currently, the chair of the NDC serves as a consultant on the Board of Trustees.		 

New Dentist Receptions

Receptions are held twice a year at locations throughout the state where new dentist members, non-members and PDA leaders enjoy drinks, appetizers and conversation. View photos from past receptions and upcoming dates.

Placement Service

PDA’s Placement Service is a members-only, web-based job search assistance program that matches dentists seeking posi­tions with dentists providing positions. It is a free, on-line service.

Statewide Mentoring Program

The Statewide Mentoring Program matches new dentists and dental students with volunteer mentors throughout the Pennsylvania. Complete a Mentee Form to be matched with a mentor in your area.

From One New Dentist to Another

Read helpful articles on a variety of topics written for dentists by dentists.

Helpful Links

Links to important websites for new dentists are provided.

Q & A 

An array of questions ranging from practice management to education to organized dentistry are answered by PDA members dentists.

Associateships 

Entering an associateship is not an easy decision. Review tips and frequently-asked questions that will help you get the most of the experience.

Government Relations

PDA's Government Relations Committee monitors and reports on more than 5,000 bills introduced in the General Assembly and their movement through committee to the House and Senate floors. PDA also actively maintains working relationships with state agencies such as the departments of Health, Public Welfare, Insurance and Environmental Protection.

Getting Involved

There is no better way to support the dental profession than becoming actively involved in your PDA membership. PDA members can get involved in many ways, including donating supplies to a local clinic, providing treatment to a needy child or joining a PDA committee, task force or initiative to help achieve the goals of organized dentistry.

Publications & Resources

We offer a variety of publications to keep you abreast of issues affecting you and your profession.
ImageConsider Pennsylvania! - This publication provides statistics on each area of the state, such as the number of privately practicing dentists, number of patients per dentist and the average age of practicing dentists.
ImagePracticing in Pennsylvania: A Guide for the New Dentist - A resource manual to assist with the transition from dental school to daily dental practice.