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CDPHE Releases Dental Shielding Interpretation

The rule requires that the useful beam is limited to the area of clinical interest. With the exception of thyroid shielding for pediatric patients, there is no regulatory requirement to use shielding.

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Rectangular Collimation Rule Rescinded

On Feb. 21, the Colorado Board of Health adopted the request to rescind the requirement for rectangular collimation, mainly due to lack of market availability.

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ENDORSED PRODUCTS

SUPPLIES

AT LARGE GROUP PRICING

The CDA has formed a group purchasing organization with The Dentists Supply Company, Powered by Henry Schein. Members get discounted pricing when they purchase supplies and equipment, and the CDA generates non-dues revenue.

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FITNESS

ON YOUR TERMS

Class Pass is the world’s largest fitness membership, bringing the world’s best fitness classes, gym time and wellness experiences to your fingertips in a way that is more fully customizable and flexible than any single gym membership.

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FACES OF THE CDA

Gratefulness Instills Giving Heart in Volunteer Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Lisa on a mission trip in Haiti.

For Dr. Lisa Phillips, a board-certified pediatric dentist, volunteering is a way of life. She credits her
dad for instilling that in her heart. He moved to the U.S. in 1969 from India and has always been grateful for the opportunity. She grew up watching him create ways to give back. Read More

NEWS FEED

NEW DENTISTS

NDC

NEW PRACTICE CHECKLIST

When you start a new opportunity, there are many things to consider, including licenses, local requirements, insurance, infection control and OSHA, just to name a few. The CDA’s New Practice Checklist is a great starting point to address these issues.  Check out this valuable resource - member login required.

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LEARNING

ON DEMAND

The CDA New Dentist Committee isn't just for social events. It's also new dentists' resource for all things business. From managing practice liability and securing your financial future to buying a practice and navigating tax season, we've got you covered with a suite of on demand videos you can watch when you need them.

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TAKE ACTION

How Do I Make My Voice Heard?

Become an "ATL!" Action Team Leaders are CDA member dentists who have a pre-existing relationship with or are willing to invest the time toward developing a relationship with state and/or national legislators.

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Dental Assistant Regulation

The Colorado Office of Policy, Research and Regulatory Reform is conducting a sunrise review of Oral Preventative Dental Assistants. Analysis is performed to determine if regulation of these practitioners is necessary.

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CDA FOUNDATION

HELPING

CO NONPROFITS

The CDA Foundation is honored to provide grant funding to Colorado 501(c)3 dental organizations twice a year. Helping non-profit entities increase access to dental care is a core value of the foundation.

The next deadline to apply is September 1, 2024.

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TO THE PROFESSION

The CDA Foundation provides dental scholarship awards to CU School of Dental Medicine students and invests in the future of our great profession.

Contribute to the future of our profession through the CDA Foundation today!

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