Pennsylvania Dental Association

A New Era in Conservative Esthetic Dentistry
2025-11-05 09:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Geisinger Medical Center, Henry Hood Center, Danville, 17821, United States
A New Era in Conservative Esthetic Dentistry
6 CE credits appropriate for dentists, assistants and EFDAs
Education Method: powerpoint, lecture and discussion
This course will examine how technology has made it possible for clinicians to turn any prepped veneer case into a no-prep case, making our treatment much more conservative and more acceptable to the patient. A new approach to new patient exams with the use of a digital scanner and an included oral health software suite will also be shown to see how it can increase patient understanding and acceptance to necessary treatment.
Presented by Michael DiTolla, DDS, FAGD, who served as the Director of Clinical Education for Glidewell Labs for 15 years before going back to a private practice focused on clear aligners, veneers and obstructive sleep apnea in Lodi, California. Dr. DiTolla has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
At the end of the course, participants can expect to have a greater understanding of:
– the rationale for turning prepped veneer cases into no-prep cases.
– the software necessary to plan and execute an esthetic no-prep veneer case.
– how to stop inadvertently under-reducing preparations which leads to bulky, unesthetic crowns.
– a new way to adjust permanent crowns prior to final cementation.

Date:
Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Time:

9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Registation opens at 8:30 a.m.

Location:

Geisinger Medical Center, Henry Hood Center
Snacks provided; meals are on your own

Fees:

$145 – PDA/ADA member dentists
$0 – PDA Retired/Life member dentists
$245 – Non-member dentists
$85 – Non-dentist dental team

CE Credits:
6 CE credits for dentists, hygienists, assistants and EFDAs

Online registration is available to PDA member dentists and non-dentist dental team members. ADA members residing outside PA, non-member dentists and dental team members attending without a dentist will need a username and password so contact PDA before you register. Call (717) 234-5941, ext. 117 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. After hours or holidays email rvn@padental.org.
All PDA member dentists have a username and password for PDA’s website. For many dentists, your username will be your first initial, last name and 4 digit year of birth with no spaces or punctuation. The default password is lowercase letters ada followed by your ADA membership number (no spaces or punctuation). Contact PDA via phone or email rvn@padental.org if you need assistance to register.

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2025-11-01
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Financial Wellness Academy 2.0
2025-10-30 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-10-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
In response to rave reviews to PDA’s first Financial Wellness Academy (FWA), PDA is now offering FWA 2.0. Participants will learn basic financial principles in investing tools to help you meet your financial goals.

Interactive lecture and discussion
Intro to investing Asset Allocation
Mastering the Art of Alternative Investments
Retirement Plan Design Building a Thriving Practice: From Startup to Success
Advanced Planning Strategies: Unlock New Revenue Streams with Specialized ExpertiseVirtual format– 90 minute sessions
Dates: Every other Thursday evenings 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. October 2 – December 11. The last class will be an all day, in-person course on Thursday, December 11 at PDA Central Office.
Registration fee: $200 *refundable if the registrant attends all courses. PDA will make an exception to the attendance requirement for members who are unable to attend due to Yom Kippur.
Registration deadline: September 15, 2025

ADA SmileCon Conference
2025-10-23 08:00 - 2025-10-25 17:00 | Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC, DC, United States
SmileCon Annual conference for ADA and components. Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC Smilecon.org

Diwali
2025-10-20

Radiation Safety, OSHA, Infection Control and HIPAA
2025-10-17 09:00 - 16:30 | Conference Center At Shippensburg University, 500 Newburg Rd, Shippensburg, 17257, United States
Radiation Safety for Pennsylvania Dental Professionals
OSHA Safety and Infection Control
HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Breach Regulations, What You Need to Know
Six CE credits recommended for dentists, hygienists, assistants and all office personnel.
Education Methods: lecture, slides, handouts and discussion.
The day includes 2 CE credits on the subject of Radiation Safety to satisfy the DEP’s CE requirement; 2 CE credits on OSHA safety and infection control and 2 CE credits on HIPAA privacy, security and breach regulations.
Presented by: Karen Pass, co-founder and principal compliance consultant for inUnison Consulting, LLC, providing seminars and comprehensive onsite OSHA, HIPAA, implementation assistance and audit support for dental, medical and veterinary facilities. Karen has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Date:
Friday, October 17, 2025

Time:
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Registration at 8:30 a.m. Tuition includes breakfast and lunch.

Location:
Conference Center at Shippensburg University

Fees:

$170 – PDA/ADA Member dentist
$95 – PDA Retired/Life Member or Member w/ Volunteer License
$270 – Nonmember dentist
$95 – Non-dentist dental team

CE Credits:
6 continuing education credits

Cancellation policy: A refund, less a 10% administrative fee, will be issued if the registration is cancelled in writing seven days prior to the program you are attending. Refunds are not issued for no shows.

PDA is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
PDA designates this activity for 6 (six) continuing education credits.

Online registration is available to PDA member dentists and their non-dentist team members. PDA member dentists have a user id and password for PDA’s website. To register online, sign in with your user id (default is your first initial, last name and 4 digit year of birth with no spaces or punctuation) and password (default is lowercase letters ada and your ADA membership number with no spaces or punctuation).
ADA dentists outside PA, non-member dentists and dental team members who are not attending the meeting with a PDA member dentist, should contact PDA at (717) 234-5941, ext. 117 or email Rebecca at rvn@padental.org.

Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office
2025-10-17 09:00 - 16:30 | Tokishi Training Center, 124 Nypum Dr, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Medical Emergencies Encountered with Conscious Sedation and General Anesthesia
Six CE credits recommended for dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, EFDAs and all office personnel
Education Methods: lecture, slides, case review and discussion
Medical emergencies can occur at any time in the dental office. Preparation for such emergencies is extremely important. A team approach ensures that all members of the dental team are prepared to handle emergency situations effectively. Attendees can expect to learn more about:

Discuss the most common medical emergencies.
Discuss drug related emergencies.
Identify drugs and supplies required for the dental office emergency kit.
Review medical history and identify patients at risk for medical emergencies.
Systematically approach the management of an in office emergency.

Presented by R. John Brewer, EMT-P, a paramedic with more than 40 years of experience who has worked with the dental community since 1998. Mr. Brewer has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Date:
Friday, October 17, 2025

Time:
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Registration at 8:30 a.m. Snacks provided; Meals are on your own

Location:
Tokishi Training Center, 124 Nypum Dr, Wellsboro, PA16901

Fees:

$145 – PDA/ADA Member dentist
$0 – PDA Retired/Life Member or Member w/ Volunteer License
$245 – Nonmember dentist
$85 – Non-dentist dental team

CE Credits:
6 continuing education credits

Cancellation policy: A refund, less a 10% administrative fee, will be issued if the registration is cancelled in writing seven days prior to the program you are attending. Refunds are not issued for no shows.

PDA is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
PDA designates this activity for 6 (six) continuing education credits.

Online registration is available to PDA member dentists and their non-dentist team members. PDA member dentists have a user id and password for PDA’s website. To register online, sign in with your user id (for most members, the default user id is your first initial, last name and 4 digit year of birth with no spaces or punctuation) and password (default is lowercase letters ada and your ADA membership number with no spaces or punctuation).
ADA dentists outside PA, non-member dentists and dental team members who are not attending the meeting with a PDA member dentist, should contact PDA at (717) 234-5941, ext. 117 or email Rebecca at rvn@padental.org.

Medical Management of Caries
2025-10-08 09:00 - 16:30 | Geisinger Medical Center, Henry Hood Center, Danville, 17821, United States
Medical Management of Caries (MMC)
6 CE credits appropriate for dentists, hygientists, assistants and EFDAs
Education Method: powerpoint, lecture, demonstration and discussion
You will learn how, when and why to best employ medical measures for dental disease management before using surgery, sedation or general anesthesia. A first generation of MMC techniques plus devices has been validated worldwide at the highest level but a new and emerging second generation is changing everything. There has NEVER been a more exciting time to be in dentistry!
Presented by John Frachella, DMD and Jonathan Norris, DDS. Dr. Frachella sees the medical management of caries as the new, highly preventive standard of care for the treatment of world-wide populations of patients who desperately need dental services the most. Dr. Norris is an advocate for the practice of minimally invasive dentistry with a focus on non-surgical intervention and reducing pediatric sedations. Neither clinician has any relevant financial relationships to disclose.
At the end of the course, participants should have a greater understanding of:
– the use of glass ionomer materials in caries management
– SMART = Silver Modified Atraumatic Restorative Technique
– managing dental caries in individuals who need more and more restorative work

Date:
Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Time:
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Registration opens at 8:30 a.m.

Location:
Geisinger Medical Center, Henry Hood Center
Snacks provided; meals are on your own

Fees:
$145 – PDA/ADA member dentists
$0 – PDA Retired/Life member dentists
$245 – Non-member dentists
$85 – Non-dentist dental team

CE Credits:
6 CE credits for dentists, hygienists, assistants and EFDAs

Online registration is available to PDA member dentists and non-dentist dental team members. ADA members residing outside PA, non-member dentists and dental team members attending without a dentist will need a username and password so contact PDA before you register. Call (717) 234-5941, ext. 117 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. After hours or holidays email rvn@padental.org.
All PDA member dentists have a username and password for PDA’s website. For many dentists, your username will be your first initial, last name and 4 digit year of birth with no spaces or punctuation. The default password is lowercase letters ada followed by your ADA membership number (no spaces or punctuation). Contact PDA via phone or email rvn@padental.org if you need assistance to register.

Conflict Resolution and Communication Webinar
2025-10-07 19:00 - 21:00
The PDA New Dentist Committee is pleased to offer “Conflict Resolution and Communication”, a complimentary virtual webinar designed specifically for new dentists. This webinar will be presented by Sarah Walter on Tuesday, October 7 from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. This webinar does not include CE credits.

To register, CLICK HERE.
Event Description: Effective conflict resolution is a vital skill for every professional and can act as a catalyst to build a healthy work environment for both team and patients. Learn to successfully navigate challenging work dynamics and create long lasting communication skills that will assist in building a healthy work culture, leading to effective desired results. Increase self-awareness and identify personal areas of self-growth that contribute to cycles of negativity. Learn to identify and build healthy boundaries while increasing emotional awareness and areas of reactivity. Speaker Bio:

Sarah is a Licensed Professional Counselor. With a background in marriage, family and individual therapy, Sarah is versed in various psychotherapies, including being a trauma-informed EMDR-trained therapist. Sarah helps individuals and families find healing, help and wholeness.
One of Sarah’s long-held beliefs is that individuals and families hold immense untapped potential and growth, and she is passionate about helping others be catalysts for generational change. Believing that people are resilient, able to heal and hope again, Sarah is confident that change is possible for even the most discouraged.
The registration deadline is October 7. Please contact Sara with any questions.

Sukkot
2025-10-06

CE 42 Direct Composite Restorations: Products To Techniques
2025-10-03 08:30 - 15:30 | Courtyard Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue, 4100 Presidential Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19131, United States
Lecture and hands-on workshop

Philadelphia County Dental Society & Pennsylvania Dental Association present:
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Hands-on State of the Art Direct Composite Restorations: From Products to Techniques
Presented by: Dr. James M. Braun, who has a private practice specializing in prosthodontics in Saginaw, Michigan. For the past 25 years, Dr. Braun has lectured at dental meetings all around the country and conducted numerous hands-on workshops. He has published a variety of articles on esthetic restorative dentistry and consults for several dental manufacturers on the development of new products. Dr. Braun has no additional relevant financial relationships to disclose.
This combination lecture and hands-on workshop will showcase the best products for successful direct composite restorations. Participants will appreciate the importance of Universal Adhesives and Nano-particle Composite systems. The morning lecture portion will be followed by a hands-on composite workshop with all products and typodonts being furnished. No finishing and polishing will be undertaken as handpieces are not available.
Requirements: attendees need to bring their charged LED magnification eyewear. Masks, gloves and lab coat are optional.
Attendees will have the opportunity to win dental products in addition to being able to take home unused workshop materials with their restored typodont teeth.
Education methods: lecture, slide presentation, discussion and practice with materials. Course attendance is limited.

Date:
Friday, October 3, 2025

Time:
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location:
Courtyard Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue

Fees:

Pricing reflects hands-on workshop
$275 – PCDS Member
$300 – ADA/PDA Member dentist
$400 – Nonmember dentist
$225 – Non-dentist dental team

CE Credits:
6 hands-on credit hours recommended for dentists, EFDAs and assistants

Cancellation policy: No refunds on courses purchased as part of the CE package. Refunds for courses purchased individually will be issued less a 10% administrative fee if the registration is cancelled in writing seven days prior to the program you are attending. Refunds are not issued for no shows.
Full-day course tuition includes lunch and FREE parking.

PDA is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
PDA designates this activity for 6 (six) continuing education credits.

To register online please follow these steps:
Non-dentist dental team members who are not attending the course with a dentist, PCDS associate members and non-member dentists should email Rebecca to request a registration form.
1. Sign in to the website. Every PDA member dentist has a record. For most dentists, your website default username is your first initial, last name and four-digit year of birth with no spaces, no punctuation. The default password is lowercase ada and your ADA number. If you don’t remember your username and password, please contact PDA via email or call (717) 234-5941.
2. Click the Register Myself button. Pricing will be applied based on your member status. The Register Myself button will not appear if your name is not listed at the top of website page.
3. To register non-dentist (hygienists, assistants or non-licensed guests) for the course the dentist is attending, click +Add a Guest under “My Registration Status:” to add your guest.

If you have previously attended a PDA program with a non-dentist guest, that person may appear as an existing contact. If the Select an existing contact option appears and the correct guest’s name is displayed when clicking in the box, please select his or her name. If a unique email address is not listed for this guest, please add it. Click Save & Close.
If the Select an existing contact option does not appear, please enter the name of the guest, his or her designation (RDH, EFDA) and a unique email address; click Save & Close.
Repeat the process until all guests are registered.
Please note: if the same email address is used for all registrants, only one “reminder to attend” email will be sent.

4. Click Proceed to Checkout to review your order and enter your credit card information.
5. Click Submit Order to complete your registration. You will receive a confirmation email.
Please contact Rebecca Von Nieda at (717) 234-5941, ext. 117 with any questions about the meeting or online registration.

Financial Wellness Academy 2.0
2025-10-02 19:00 - 20:30

Yom Kippur
2025-10-01
