Business Details
Sacramento District Dental Society - Continuing Education and Dental Advocacy
The Sacramento District Dental Society (SDDS) has been a cornerstone of dental professional development and community oral health advocacy since its founding in 1893. As the recognized authority for serving dental professionals in Northern California, we provide comprehensive continuing education programs, legislative advocacy, and practice management resources to enhance both professional success and public well-being. Our organization offers specialized training in areas such as CPR certification, licensure renewal, infection control, and advanced dental techniques, ensuring practitioners meet evolving industry standards.With over 130 years of experience, SDDS combines historical expertise with modern educational methodologies to support dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants through career development, regulatory compliance guidance, and cutting-edge clinical training. We maintain affiliations with state and national dental associations while operating California's longest-running dental clinic initiatives and professional networking events.
Services
Continuing Education Courses
CPR Certification
Licensure Renewal Programs
Dental Practice Management
Clinical Skills Workshops
Legislative Advocacy
Infection Control Training
Professional Networking Events
Dental Technology Seminars
Community Oral Health Initiatives
Highlights and features
- We offer over 130 years of experience in dental professional development
- Our courses meet California Dental Practice Act requirements
- We provide evidence-based training from industry-leading experts
- Our annual MidWinter Convention features 100+ exhibitors and 200+ CE hours
- We maintain affiliations with state and national dental associations
Associations and certifications
- Dental Board of California
- Academy of General Dentistry PACE Program
Services
Continuing Education Courses
Our accredited continuing education programs deliver 200+ annual CE hours covering clinical advancements, regulatory compliance, and practice management. Courses meet Dental Board of California requirements and feature expert-led instruction in topics ranging from implant dentistry to infection control. Participants gain practical skills through hands-on workshops and evidence-based lectures that enhance clinical proficiency and license renewal compliance.
CPR Certification
American Heart Association BLS certification courses combine online learning with hands-on skills sessions. Our blended format accommodates busy professionals while ensuring mastery of life-saving techniques essential for dental office emergencies. Participants receive official AHA certification cards valid for two years, meeting OSHA and licensing board requirements for healthcare providers.
Licensure Renewal Programs
We provide state-mandated renewal courses covering dental practice acts, infection control protocols, and opioid prescribing guidelines. Our programs satisfy California Dental Board requirements through comprehensive curricula developed by regulatory experts, ensuring practitioners maintain compliance while advancing clinical knowledge through relevant, practice-ready content.
Professional Networking Events
Annual MidWinter Convention and regular mixers create opportunities for collaboration among 400+ local dental professionals. These events feature 100+ exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge technology, peer-to-peer knowledge exchange, and continuing education credits earned through interactive sessions that foster professional growth and business development within Northern California's dental community.
Clinical Skills Workshops
Specialized workshops focus on advanced techniques in restorative dentistry, periodontal management, and digital dentistry. Led by board-certified specialists, these sessions combine didactic instruction with practical application using modern equipment, enabling practitioners to implement new skills immediately while earning valuable CE credits applicable to multiple dental specialties.
People
Kent Daft, DDS
Resident Historian
Dr. Daft serves as SDDS's official historian, preserving over 130 years of dental history while maintaining active clinical practice. He contributes to professional publications and lectures on dental heritage, ensuring continuity between the society's rich legacy and modern practice standards.
Martyn Rosa, DDS
I Have a Dream Campaign Chair
As campaign chair, Dr. Rosa led fundraising efforts that enabled SDDS to purchase its first permanent office building. He continues advocating for dental education access and community outreach programs, leveraging his clinical expertise to advance the society's mission.
Gary Ackerman, DDS
2013 SDDS President
Dr. Ackerman directed SDDS's relocation to a larger facility featuring expanded classroom space and modern amenities. His leadership prioritized technological advancement and member service improvements during his presidential term, shaping the organization's infrastructure for future growth.
Questions
What CE courses satisfy California dental license renewal requirements?
We offer approved courses covering the Dental Practice Act, infection control, and opioid prescribing guidelines that meet all state-mandated renewal criteria.
How do I access CPR certification through SDDS?
Our AHA BLS courses use blended learning with online modules and in-person skills sessions available multiple times monthly at our Sacramento facility.
What benefits come with SDDS membership?
Members receive discounted CE courses, legislative advocacy support, practice compliance resources, networking opportunities, and exclusive access to job placement services.
When is the annual MidWinter Convention?
The 2026 event runs March 26-27 at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, featuring 200+ CE credits, 100+ exhibitors, and specialized dental technology demonstrations.
How does SDDS support community oral health?
Through volunteer dental screenings, patient referral programs, and educational initiatives that improve access to care for underserved populations in Northern California.
