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It's easy to be paired with a mentor at PDA. A guiding hand to help you on your dental career journey. Learn more here.

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An Amazing Member Benefit.

Members can receive a complimentary 60-minute legal consultation with PDA's law firm. Click here to learn more and how to take advantage of this benefit.

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From Dubois to Wellsboro and Philadelphia - innovative courses are being offered. Plan for it today!

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Looking to Practice in PA?

Find your next dental career move to our great Commonwealth in an abundant classified section of this site.

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View PDA's new Call to Action Report - a great tool to have when talking with legislators!

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PDA is a member association for dentists in PA. If you have a complaint, please contact the State Board of Dentistry (SBOD). 

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In the News

New DOH Advisory

Extended Use of Penicillin G Benzathine (Bicillin L-A) The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) issued a health advisory, “Extended Use of Penicillin

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A Proactive Pro Tip

It’s a good business practice to review your Google Business Profile every year to ensure that your practice information is accurate. We

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October 9, 2026 No Comments

News explores workforce shortages

Erie Times-News explores workforce shortages The Erie Times-News published an article (“Dentist shortages, dental insurance create challenges in northwest PA”) discussing dental

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October 9, 2026 No Comments

PDA Voices Opposition

PDA Voices Opposition to Delta Dental Fee PDA sent a letter to Delta Dental, strongly opposing its new policy to charge participating dentists a

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August 18, 2026 No Comments

Who we are

The Pennsylvania Dental Association (PDA) was organized in 1868 and exists to support member dentists, promote the art & science of dentistry and uphold the dental profession.

We are the trusted voice of dentistry in Pennsylvania.

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