Colorado Dental Association

OSHA Training
2025-04-18 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Grand Junction Double Tree Hotel, 743 Horizon Dr, Grand Junction, CO, 81506, United States
April 18, Join us at our WCDS Spring Meeting. This OSHA Training will be taught by Deanna Otts-Whitfield.
Deanna Otts-Whitfield is a highly experienced and knowledgeable dental professional with a strong passion for oral health education and promotion. after four years in the united states marine corps, she began her journey into the dental space. With over 15 years of experience in the dental industry, Deanna has gained expertise in various aspects of dental hygiene, infection prevention, and patient care. She has a deep commitment to delivering evidence-based practices and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field.
Register HERE
For more information contact Jillian Horkan at Western Colorado Dental Society.

Cybersecurity HIPAA Compliance
2025-04-18 08:00 - 16:00 | Grand Junction Double Tree Hotel, 743 Horizon Dr, Grand Junction, CO, 81506, United States
April 18, This interactive course provides a comprehensive understanding of the correlation between cyber security and HIPAA compliance. By integrating cybersecurity practices with HIPAA security rule requirements, participants will learn to safeguard the information including patient information, in a practice against threats while ensuring adherence to legal standards.
Participants will learn about:

Key cyber security practices to secure sensitive healthcare data.
Risk assessment and management strategies tailored for HIPAA requirements.
Implementation of administrative, physical, and technical safeguards.
Incident response planning and breach notification protocols.
Best practices for aligning security measures with HIPAA compliance.

By the end of this course, attendees will have the knowledge and skills necessary to establish and maintain a robust security posture while ensuring HIPAA compliance.
Debi Carr is a leading authority in healthcare cybersecurity and compliance, known for her expertise in protecting sensitive healthcare information and ensuring organizations comply with regulatory frameworks like HIPAA. She is the founder and CEO of DK Carr and Associates, a consulting firm that provides customized solutions for healthcare practices, helping them safeguard patient data and maintain operational security.
Debi is an engaging speaker and educator, sharing her knowledge on topics such as cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and the evolving challenges of healthcare technology. Her work focuses on bridging the gap between complex technical solutions and practical applications in healthcare environments. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, Debi Carr is a trusted name in the cybersecurity and healthcare compliance industries.
Register HERE
For more information contact Jillian Horkan at Western Colorado Dental Society.

Oral/Minimal Sedation CE
2025-04-25 - 2025-04-26 | Courtyard by Marriott Grand Junction, 765 Horizon Dr, Grand Junction, CO, 81506, United States
April 25-26, Join The Trust in Grand Junction for a course designed to fulfill requirements for adult oral/minimum sedation, provide updated information, and refresh knowledge of minimal sedation and current techniques. Due to limited seating availability, this course is offered only to dentists.
Speakers: Dr. Ryan Dobbs and Dr. James DeLapp
Date: April 25-26, 2025 (Friday/Saturday)
Time: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (both days)
Light Breakfast and Lunch provided both days.
Location: Courtyard by Marriott, 765 Horizon Dr., Grand Junction, CO 81506
CE Credits: 17 Hours (fulfills Colorado Dental Board permit application and renewal requirements)
Cost: $975.00 per Trust Dentist and/or AGD Member; $1,175.00 Non-Trust Dentist/Non-AGD Member
REGISTER HERE**
Questions?
Contact: David Geck, D.D.S., M.S.
Associate Executive Director
Dentists Professional Liability Trust
303-357-2602
dgeck@berkleyrisk.com
**I understand that by registering I am holding a spot so reservations for this event are nonrefundable within 14 days of the event. If I am unable to attend I understand that I may transfer to a friend after Trust approval.

CSDS Whiskey & Wine
2025-05-01 18:00 - 20:00 | The Pinery at the Hill, 775 W. Bijou St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80905, United States
May 1, Join us for an evening of Whiskey, Wine and Mocktails Tasting to benefit Mission Medical Center’s dental clinic.
WHEN: May 1st, 2025, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
WHERE: The Pinery at the Hill, 775 W. Bijou Street
COST: $75 per CSDS member and $75 per each guest or
$100 per non-CSDS member and $100 per each guest

Free parking
Heavy hors d’oeuvres
Mocktails and soft drinks
Silent Auction

To register or for more information please contact Sharyn (sharynm@cs-ds.org) or 719-598-5161.
To mail in your registration, download this form.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-05-09 | Kimpton Claret Hotel DTC, 6985 E Chenango Ave, Denver, CO, 80237
Contact Molly Pereira for meeting information. 303-996-2844

It's Time To Play Pickleball
2025-06-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Epic Pickleball, 1980 E County Line Road, Littleton, CO, United States
June 1, 3 p.m. It’s time to play pickleball! All skill levels are invited. There will be an instructor on-site to give CDA members a lesson if you are just starting out or if you just want to play we will have courts available. Come play some pickleball with your colleagues and enjoy food and beverages. Pickleball paddles are available as well.
June 1
3 to 5 p.m.
Epic Pickleball
1980 East County Line Littleton, CO 80126
No cost for members and a guest. Space is limited so please register as soon as possible.

NDC Study Club
2025-06-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Rouge Wine & Bourbon Bistro, 7939 E Arapahoe Road, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, United States
June 17, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Never Stop Learning!
New Dentist Council is hosting a free study club, open to all CDA members, on June 17, 6 to 8 p.m. at Rouge Wine and Bourbon Bistro. A light dinner and drinks will be provided. Goat cheese beignets, fig & prosciutto pizza, and short rib arancini anyone?
Robin Wandschneider-Steigelmar, Senior Vice-President – Dental Banking with Commerce Bank, will be giving a short talk on cashflow in the dental practice including understanding financial statements, key performance indicators, and budgeting and forecasting for the dental office.
Shayne Harris, CEO of EOS Healthcare Marketing, will deliver wisdom on utilizing real-time data to help dental practices with in-depth market research, competition evaluation, consumer analysis, risk assessment, planning, execution and performance tracking of marketing activities.
As always, there will be time for networking with your dental peers.
Where: Rouge Wine & Bourbon Bistro
7939 E. Arapahoe Road
Greenwood Village, CO 80112
When: June 17, 6 to 8 p.m.
Space is limited so Register here today!

CO ASDA Philanthropy Blood Drive
2025-07-08 08:00 - 14:00 | The Benson Hotel, 13025 E Montview Blvd, Aurora, CO, 80045, United States
July 8, 2025, 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, The Benson Hotel in Aurora. Join Colorado ASDA as they launch their inaugural Philanthropy Blood Drive with the American Red Cross!
Please see ASDA email below with more details:
Hello CDA members!
We are reaching out on behalf of the Colorado American Student Dental Association! We are excited to announce the launch of our inaugural CO ASDA Philanthropy Blood Drive! Our goal with this event is to donate blood to Red Cross while raising funds for one of the CUSDM’s patient programs (i.e., Senior Smiles, Generation’s Program, Special Care (ectodermal dysplasia cases, etc.), and Veterans’ Program!) with a friendly little competition between our student teams, faculty, and staff! Each of these programs supports our patients in need of dental care by providing life changing treatment at reduced costs and ensuring patients with financial challenges have equal access to care in our clinics. The “winning” team’s chosen program will receive all proceeds from the event. “Winning” would entail the most pints of blood donated by students/faculty—or by community members, family, friends, etc. who choose the cause at the time of donation! The event will be put on at The Benson Hotel in Aurora with the Red Cross on Tuesday, July 8th, 2025, from 8:oo am – 2:00 pm. We would greatly appreciate any financial support, and all donations will be going directly to providing care to members of our community!
If you would like to donate to this cause, you may either Venmo or Zelle @ColoradoASDA with a note of “Blood Drive Donation”.
We appreciate your support of our students and patient populations. A donation to this cause will support patients who would otherwise not be able to receive dental care and support our students by providing unique opportunities to care for patients with complex needs. Please let us know what questions or concerns you have. We are so excited to partner with you to give back to our community and patients!
All our best,
Leaders of Colorado American Student Dental Association

End of Summer Bash
2025-08-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Los Chingones, 4959 S Newport Street, Denver, CO, 80237
August 21, CDA & MDDS are turning up the heat with a summer social at Los Chingones DTC. Mingle with your dental community, make new connections, and enjoy an evening of fun, food and fiesta vibes. Sip on signature margaritas, snack on crave-worthy bites, and soak in the summer sunset with friends old and new.
No cost. All fun. Text your dental friends and RSVP today.
Scroll down to RSVP.
Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location:
Los Chingones DTC
4959 S Newport St
Denver, CO 80237
Rate: $0

RSVP HERE
Questions: Contact CDA Membership Director Amanda Dougherty at 303-996-2842 or Amanda@cdaonline.org or MDDS Director of Marketing & Membership at 303 957-3270 or marcom@mddsdentist.com.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game
2025-09-07 13:00 - 16:30 | Coors Field, 2001 Blake St, Denver, CO, 80205, United States
September 7, Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly afternoon as we head to Coors Field, one of the best ballparks in the MLB. Enjoy a Sunday afternoon with friends, incredible views, and maybe a homerun or two for the hometown team!
Tickets are just $20 per person and include a $15 stadium credit good for food, drinks or merchandise. You can’t beat this deal for lower-level seats.
Spots are extremely limited — Register today to reserve your ticket.
What: Colorado Rockies vs. San Diego Padres
Who: CDA Members and Guests
When: Sunday, Sept. 7
Time: First Pitch 1:10 p.m.
Where: Coors Field; Section 144
Questions? Contact Amanda Dougherty at amanda@cdaonline.org, 303-996-2842

CDA Foundation Golf Tournament
2025-09-08 | Golf Club at Bear Dance, 6630 Bear Dance Drive, Larkspur, CO, 80118, United States
THE GOLF TOURNAMENT IS SOLD OUT!
September 8, 8:30 a.m. shotgun start
This is a great way to enjoy some sunshine and network with the dental community. Playing on this beautiful course, the Golf Club at Bear Dance, benefits the CDA Foundation and the dental non-profit organizations it supports through grant funding!
Can’t make it to the tournament but still want your name in the spotlight at this sold out event? Please contact Julie Collett at julie@cdaonline.org.

**CANCELED** MDDS Shred Event
2025-09-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Peebles Prosthetics Inc, 909 Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO, 80214, United States
September 27, MDDS Shred Event is CANCELED –

We regret to inform you that the shredding company MDDS contracted for tomorrow’s Shred Event is unable to fulfill the agreement.
As a result, the Shred Event scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, September 27, has been CANCELED.
We sincerely apologize for the late notice and any inconvenience this may cause. MDDS is actively working to find an alternative solution that keeps your documents safe and secure while still benefiting our members.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact MDDS at 303-957-3270 or membership@mddsdentist.com.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Begin Spring cleaning at your practice with the help of the annual MDDS Shred Event. Ensure your patient records and financial documents are securely destroyed and in full compliance with Colorado Dental Board policies. MDDS will publish the required public notice in The Denver Post for just a fraction of the typical +$400 cost at only $89 per dentist or practice name.
Register by Friday, July 25 to clear the clutter, stay compliant and simplify the process.
Dates of Legal Publication Notice: August 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2025
Rate for Legal Publication Notice:
$89 per MDDS member dentist or practice name
$149 per non-MDDS member dentist or practice name
Registration Deadline-Legal Notice: Friday, July 25, 2025, at 5:00pm
Date of Drop-Off Shred Event: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time of Drop-Off Shred Event: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Rate for Shredding: $8 per “banker-sized” box; $13 for larger box
Location of Drop-Off Shred Event:
Peebles Prosthetics
909 Wadsworth Blvd
Lakewood, CO 80214
Questions? Contact MDDS at mdds@mddsdentist.com or (303) 488-9700.

Complete the legal publication notice registration HERE.

Member Perks: OSHA Retraining - Multiple Dates & Locations
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-17
CDA member dentists have the opportunity to take an October OSHA Retraining Course (for FREE if registered before Aug. 31, or just $15 if registered after Aug. 31). The CDA will reimburse $125 of the course fee upon course completion. This offer only applies to half-day retraining seminars when dentists and their team members register and attend together.)
Registration for October 2025 courses is open.
REGISTER NOW!
(scroll down to the Retraining Seminars)

Online Webinar – Wednesday, Oct. 1 (1:00 – 5:00 pm)
Boulder – Monday, Oct. 6 (8:00 am – noon)
Laramie– Tuesday, Oct. 7 (1:00 – 5:00 pm)
Greeley – Wednesday, Oct. 8 (1:00 – 5:00 pm)
Denver – Monday, Oct. 13 (1:00 – 5:00 pm)
Colorado Springs – Wednesday, Oct. 15 (1:00 – 5:00 pm)
Online Webinar – Friday, Oct. 17 (8:00 am – noon)

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These seminars meet requirements for those who need annual retraining. OSHA and the Colorado Dental Board (Rule XVI) require all dental team members to complete annual training for OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, Respiratory Protection Standard and the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. The course, presented by Laudenslager Seminars, will be a fast-paced review of material OSHA requires for annual retraining, plus current information and research published during the past year.
* CDA members must register and pay for the course in advance via LaudenslagerSeminars.com. Upon course completion, the CDA member must fill out a simple online rebate form provided to them by QR code after the seminar. Once membership is verified, $125 of the course fee will be refunded to the member.
REGISTER NOW
(scroll down to the Retraining Seminars section of the webpage)

RGDS and SECDS Fall CE Event
2025-10-03 09:00 - 15:30 | Buena Vista Community Center, 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, 81211, United States
October 3, Join Rio Grande and Southeastern Colorado dental societies for their Fall CE Event. From 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. we’ll have speakers, lunch, socializing and networking. Receive up to 3 hours of CE.
Where:
Buena Vista Community Center
715 E. Main Street
Buena Vista, CO 81211
Speakers:

Dr. Sarah Crepps, Endodontist presents Creative Geriatric Dentistry and Patient Stewardship
Dr. Tyler Haradon, Periodontist presents Guided Bone Regeneration & Advanced Ridge Augmentation for implant placement
Dr. Eric Ringer & Dr. Clint Shelley, Oral Surgery presentation

REGISTER HERE

Electronic Recycling Event
2025-10-04 08:00 - 12:00 | CDA Office Parking Lot, 8301 E Prentice Avenue, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, United States
October 4, Safely dispose of old computers and electronics, and support the CDA Foundation! This is your opportunity to properly recycle all of those machines gathering dust and taking up storage space. In addition, you can get a certificate of destruction for peace of mind. Proceeds from this event benefit the CDA Foundation and discount pricing is available for CDA members.
This event is also open to the community. Equipment cannot be dropped off prior to the event.
If you need a certificate of destruction, please arrive before 11 a.m.
When: Saturday, October 4
Time: 8 a.m. to Noon
Location: Colorado Dental Association Office Parking Lot: 8301 E. Prentice Ave., Greenwood Village 80111
Download the Flyer and tell your colleagues!
Have Questions? See the price lists and FAQs below or contact 303-740-6900 or brittany@cdaonline.org.
HELP US PLAN – REGISTER HERE!

CDA MEMBER PRICE LIST

Desktop Computer – $10*
Laptop Computer – $10*
Cell phones – FREE
Monitors/Televisions 19″ or smaller – $10 (flat screen only, no CRT or box TVs)
Monitors/Televisions 20″ to 40″ – $15 (flat screen only, no CRT or box TVs)
Personal Desktop Printer – $1 per pound (desktop models only, no floor models)
Misc. Small Electronic Items – per banker box – $10 (can include tablets, e-readers, keyboards, mice, DVD players, cables, cords, power supplies, docking stations, game devices, etc.) PLEASE REMOVE ALL BATTERIES
Certificate of Hard Drive Destruction w/serial number – $12 *First two computers (laptop/desktop) are FREE for members

NON-CDA MEMBER / COMMUNITY MEMBER PRICE LIST

Desktop Computer – $15
Laptop – $15
Cell phones – $5
Monitors/Televisions 19″ or smaller – $15 (flat screen only, no CRT or box TVs)
Monitors/Televisions 20′ to 40″ – $20 (flat screen only, no CRT or box TVs)
Personal Desktop Printer – $1 per pound (desktop models only, no floor models)
Misc. Small Electronic Items – per banker box – $10 (can include tablets, e-readers, keyboards, mice, DVD players, cables, cords, power supplies, docking stations, game devices, etc.) PLEASE REMOVE ALL BATTERIES
Certificate of Hard Drive Destruction w/serial number – $12

FAQs
What items can I bring to the event?

Computers, Laptops, Tablets, E-readers
Cell phones
Monitors/TVs (flat screen only, no CRT or box Tvs)
Personal desktop printers, scanners (no large copy machines)
DVD players
Gaming Consoles

Do I need to remove personal data from my devices?

YES, it is highly recommended to remove all personal data (and patient data) before recycling. You should also factory reset all cell phones and tablets.

What items are NOT accepted?

Household appliances (microwaves, refrigerators, freezers, washers/dryers)
Smoke detectors
Batteries and battery packs
Light bulbs
Furniture or non-electronic items

Is there a limit to how many items I can bring?

No limit to items, fees are per item

Who can attend?

CDA members and the community

Do I need to have an appointment?

No appointments are needed for this event and drop-ins are welcome. We do appreciate your registration in advance so we can best prepare for the number of trucks and personnel needed.

Will someone help me unload my car?

Yes! We will have volunteers available onsite to help unload electronics.

What type of payment is accepted?

Cash and credit card payments are accepted onsite. Donations also appreciated.

Additional questions?

Please contact Brittany Birnel at brittany@cdaonline.org or 303-996-2841.

It's Time To Play Pickleball
2025-11-02 15:00 - 17:00 | The Picklr, 9923 Grant Street, Thornton, 80229, United States
November 2, It’s a Pickleball Bash with CDA & MDDS! Enjoy a lively afternoon of friendly matches and connecting with fellow dentists playing one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S.!
There will be an instructor on-site for those who want a lesson or, if you just want to play, complimentary courts will be available. Then take a break with some snacks and drinks and catch up with your colleagues. Pickleball paddles are available for use or bring your own.
November 2nd, 2025
3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

The Picklr Thornton
9923 Grant Street, Thornton, CO 80229

Thank you to our sponsors!

CE: Safe Opioid Prescribing for Dental Providers
2025-11-25 - 2026-01-31 | Zoom
CDA Webinar Recording

Colorado Opioid Epidemic Symposium: Safe Opioid Prescribing for Dental Providers
Presented by: Don Teater, M.D., M.P.H.
Fulfill the one-hour opioid training requirement for your Colorado dental license with this free webinar. The course will talk about the basics of pain and pain treatment, and will look at opioids and their place in the treatment of dental pain.
In addition, the new Nav 1.8 inhibitor (suzetrigine) will be briefly described and information provided about where it may fit in the treatment of dental pain. Lastly, this course will look at new studies that have come out over the past two years.
This learning opportunity is provided by the CDA in partnership with the Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention.
Learning Objectives:

Identify the relative effectiveness of common oral pain medications.
Identify the three main mechanisms of pain and their impact on acute and chronic pain.
Identify how our thoughts and emotions affect our pain experience.

Dr. Don Teater is a board certified family physician who has practiced medicine for over 30 years. For the past 20 years his work has focused on treating acute and chronic pain and opioid use disorder. While working on the public health aspects of the opioid epidemic through public speaking and lobbying, he also works part-time as a pain and addiction specialist seeing Alaska Native patients with the Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) and also with Ketchikan Indian Community in Southeast Alaska.
ACCESS THE WEBINAR HERE – registration is required (slides available upon request to info@cdaonline.org)
Webinar Survey Link – we’d love your feedback
Please allow one week to receive your CE verification by email.

CE Credit: 1 CE
The CDA designates this activity for a maximum of 1 Continuing Education Credit. Dentists will receive credit when logged into the recorded Zoom event for the entire hour. Please allow one week to receive your CE verification by email.

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
The CDA 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.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the ADA CERP. Contact the provider, the CDA, at 8301 E. Prentice Ave., Suite 400, Greenwood Village, CO 80111; 303-740-6900; or 800-343-3010.

Colorado Dental Board Meeting
2026-01-07 13:00 - 17:00
January 7, 2026, 1:00 – 5:00pm

The Colorado Dental Board promulgates rules that govern dentistry in Colorado, reviews applications for licensure to practice dentistry in Colorado, and reviews complaints submitted to the Board. The Dental Board meets quarterly and meetings are open to the public to attend on Zoom. The public may also sign up to provide public comment at Board meetings regarding proposed adoption of new or amended regulations.

The agenda deadline for this meeting is Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

Pursuant to Statute, portions of this meeting may be closed to the public. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact the Dental Board at dora_dentalboard@state.co.us.

One Big Beautiful Bill Act; What it Means for Your Student Loans
2026-01-13 18:00 - 19:00
Tuesday, Jan. 13, 6-7 p.m.
FREE WEBINAR: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act & What it Means for Your Student Loans
You’re invited to a free webinar hosted by the American Dental Association and Laurel Road.
Student loan experts from Laurel Road will break down the implications of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” for dental students and dentists.
What you’ll learn:
• Impact of the bill to current and future student loan borrowers
• How these changes may affect your federal student loan repayment options
• Clarification on Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for dental professionals
Plus, hear from an ADA lobbyist on how the ADA continues to advocate for meaningful student loan reforms on your behalf.
Moderated by ADA New Dentist Committee member, Dr. Camryn Bryant, with student loan experts Joe McGrath and Amelia McCabe from Laurel Road and Nicholas Cargas from ADA’s government affairs team. Register today to get clarity on how this law will affect your federal student loan payments and have an opportunity to ask your own questions.
Register Today

Rocky Mountain Dental Convention
2026-01-22 - 2026-01-24 | Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
January 22-24, The Rocky Mountain Dental Convention (RMDC) is the largest gathering of dental professionals in the Rocky Mountain region. Save the date for the 2026 event in Denver, CO.

Learn more and register HERE

Pikes Peak Study Club Annual Ski Meeting
2026-02-05 - 2026-02-07 | The Charter at Beaver Creek, 120 Offerson Road, Beaver Creek, CO, 81620, United States
February 5-7, Join us in Beaver Creek, Colorado for this comprehensive dental course, Advancing Dental Practice: Clinical Decision Making, Patient Safety, and Professional Responsibility with Kevin Patterson DDS, MD. This 3 day course (9 credit hours) will cover critical topics in modern dental practice, including responsible opioid prescribing, managing patients on bisphosphonates and similar medications, and handling emergencies in the dental office. Participants will also explore best practices for tooth extractions and site preparation for implant placement, case planning strategies and the benefits of becoming a Medicaid provider. Additionally the course highlights the value of organized dentistry and professional membership.

For more information or to register, print and mail THIS FORM with tuition check (payable to Pikes Peak Study Club) to:
Dr. Devonshire Whyte
6665 Delmonico Drive, Ste C
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Phone: 913-523-6916
Email: dwhyte@springsdentistry.com

Dentists Lobby Day at the Capitol
2026-02-20 07:15 - 12:00 | Colorado State Capitol, 200 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO, 80203, United States
February 20, The 2026 Dentists at the Capitol Lobby Day is Friday, Feb. 20 (arrival by 7:15 a.m., dismissal by noon) and we need you to join us as we advocate for dental patients and the dental profession directly to legislators. The CDA Lobby Day is intended for dentist members of the CDA and ASDA student members only.
No experience is necessary. Virtual training will be available prior to Lobby Day, more details to come.
On Lobby Day, dentists will assemble into regional teams and begin the day speaking with legislators at a breakfast reception. Afterward, the regional teams will go to the House and Senate floors to speak with legislators who did not attend the breakfast reception.
REGISTER HERE!
Questions?
Please reach out to Lauren Harvey at lauren@cdaonline.org or 303-996-2847.

Paddle Up & Get Ready to Play
2026-02-22 15:00 - 17:00 | The Picklr LIttleton, 8100 W Crestline Ave, Littleton, CO, 80123, United States
February 22, 2026 Learn and play Pickleball with your colleagues. This is a free event for CDA members and a guest. Come enjoy the fastest growing sport in the US with your friends and colleagues. Instructors and paddles available.
3 to 5 p.m.
The Picklr Littleton
8100 W Crestline Ave.
Littleton, CO 80125
Register Now!

CDA Lunch and Learn
2026-02-26 12:00 - 13:00
February 26th, Join us for the CDA Lunch and Learn featuring My Milestones by Commerce from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Level up your online safety. Learn to outsmart scammers, protect your info and stay fraud-free. This is a great opportunity to learn, connect and grow.

Spot sneaky scams & know your rights
Shield your info & clean up your digital trail
Lock down important docs
Recover like a pro

We hope you see you there.
Session via Zoom – Register HERE

CDAF Breakfast for Dinner
2026-03-05 18:30 - 21:00 | Snooze DTC, 5073 S Syracuse St, Denver, CO, 80237
March 5, Join the CDA Foundation for Breakfast for Dinner, benefitting the CDA Foundation Scholarship Fund for CU School of Dental Medicine students.
Thursday, Mar. 5, 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Snooze DTC
5073 S Syracuse St, Denver, CO 80237
(easy free surface lot parking; and overflow parking structure in needed)
Enjoy elevated breakfast favorites, boozy brunch beverages, silent auction surprises and lots of fun for a great cause!
REGISTER HERE!
We’re at a new location this year and the party will be even more delicious!
Stay tuned for a sneak peak of our Silent Auction!
Want to make the event even more EGG-CELENT?
Your sponsorship of this quirky, fun event supports the future of dentistry and your future clients! Make sure they know your company is ready to help when they need it.
Learn more about sponsor levels here!
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Questions? Contact Julie Collett at julie@cdaonline.org or 303-740-6900.

CU Dental Networking Night
2026-04-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Cheluna Brewing Co., 2501 Dallas St., Aurora, CO, 80010, United States
April 2, You’re invited to the fourth annual Connections in Dentistry Networking Night, hosted by the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, Metro Denver Dental Society, and Colorado Dental Association.
The event will take place Thursday, April 2 from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm at Cheluna Brewing Company inside Stanley Marketplace. A taco/quesadilla bar will be provided. In addition, alcoholic beverage tickets will be provided.
Please RSVP here by March 26.
We hope you feel inspired to invest in the next generation of dentists by offering your time at a networking night, which could lead to a mentoring relationship with current students (and future colleagues).
Questions? Contact Althea Reutzel, Manager of Recruitment and Student Wellbeing, CU School of Dental Medicine

Empowering Women Dentists - CANCELED
2026-04-18 14:30 - 16:30 | Venture Martial Arts, 8270 E Northfield Blvd #1450, Denver, 80238, United States
**CANCELED** Registered attendees, please see your email for update.
April 18
Calling all women dentists! Join your peers for an energizing afternoon designed to build confidence and connection.
This year’s CDA & MDDS Women’s Dental Event blends empowerment with fun. Participants will learn practical self-defense techniques in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment. It’s about feeling strong, prepared and in control both in and out of the clinic.
After the session, unwind with great food, drinks and dedicated social time with fellow women dental professionals. Share experiences and build meaningful connections with colleagues who understand the unique demands of the profession.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen both your personal confidence and your professional network.
REGISTER HERE
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Time: 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Rate:
$10 – CDA/MDDS Members and Students
$15 – CDA/MDDS Member Guests
$35 – Non-Members
$35 – Non-Member Guests
Location:
Venture Martial Arts – Central Park
8270 E Northfield Blvd #1450
Denver, CO 80238
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, April 15, 206
Cancellation Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS or CDA by the cancellation deadline. Refunds will not be made for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.

Your Practice's Financial Success CE in Grand Junction
2026-04-24 08:00 - 16:00 | Bookcliff Country Club, 2730 G Rd., Grand Junction, CO, 81506, United States
April 24
Looking for CE in western Colorado? Look no further! The Western Colorado Dental Society is hosting its 2026 Spring Meeting! In person or virtual options!
Bookcliff Country Club
2730 G Rd.
Grand Junction ,CO 81506
Two Sessions, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.:
AM Session
Managing Your Practice’s Finances
Speaker: Robin Wandschneider Steigelmar, Commerce Bank
Seminar for doctors, spouses and office managers
PM Session
Safeguarding Your Practice From Embezzlement
Speaker: Marissa Nicholson, The Dental Practice Management Agency
Seminar for doctors and spouses only
Register Now
Questions? Contact Connor Rivers, riverssedation@gmail.com or Jillian Horkan, jillianzingula@gmail.com.

CE Credit: 5 CE
The CDA designates this activity for a maximum of 5 Continuing Education Credits.
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
The CDA 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.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the ADA CERP. Contact the provider, the CDA, at 8301 E. Prentice Ave., Suite 400, Greenwood Village, CO 80111; 303-740-6900; or 800-343-3010.

Annual Session & House of Delegates
2026-05-02 | Polaris Hotel, 8989 North Gate Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO, 80921, United States
May 2
The CDA House of Delegates will meet Saturday, May 2 in Colorado Springs.
NEW THIS YEAR: The CDA has not had the opportunity at past Annual Sessions to host a true town hall and member forum to hear about member needs, concerns and what matters most. This year, we want to take the time to hear from our members across the state, discuss changes that should be considered at the CDA and answer questions.
In addition, we will host an “Ask Us Anything” session. Questions for this session must be submitted in advance to molly@cdaonline.org to allow for research and legal consultation if needed.
Join us at the at the Hotel Polaris next to the Air Force Academy.
Information is updated regularly on our Annual Session page.

Joint Intelligence: Integrating Orthopedics into Modern Dental Practice
2026-05-13 17:30 - 20:00 | Pueblo Country Club, 3200 Eighth Ave, Pueblo, CO, 81008, United States
May 13
Join your Southeastern Colorado Dental Society colleagues for an engaging and clinically relevant seminar featuring an orthopedic surgeon offering a unique cross-disciplinary perspective for dental professionals. This presentation will explore key considerations in orthopedic preoperative dental evaluation, helping dentists play a critical role in optimizing surgical outcomes and minimizing infection risks.
Joint Intelligence: Integrating Orthopedics into Modern Dental Practice
Wednesday, May 13
5:30 p.m. Plated Dinner
6:00 p.m. Seminar
Pueblo Country Club, 3200 Eighth Ave, Pueblo, CO 81008
REGISTER HERE!
FREE for dental society members; $40 for non-members
Questions? Call or text Dr. Tina Skinner at 719-251-7587
Attendees will gain clarity on current consensus guidelines regarding antibiotic prophylaxis following total joint replacements, including practical decision-making strategies for everyday practice. The session will also address important considerations surrounding dental treatment timing in patients receiving epidural steroid injections, with a focus on safety and risk management.
Finally, we’ll examine the impact of dental practice on dental provider health, including common work-related musculoskeletal disorders and strategies for prevention.
This is a valuable opportunity to bridge medicine and dentistry, enhance interdisciplinary collaboration, and elevate patient care through shared knowledge.
Learning Objectives:

Considerations for orthopedic preoperative dental evaluation
Consensus guidelines on antibiotic prophylaxis following total joint replacements
Considerations for dental work around epidural steroid injections
“Owning the Bone” initiatives for bone health and dental considerations
Dental occupation and work-related musculoskeletal disorders

Speaker:
Mimi Lundgren, DO, PhD
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
Dr. Lundgren is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon. She has extensive surgical experience with microsurgical techniques, outpatient procedures, robotic-assisted surgery, spinal fusions, total disk replacement, fracture care, spinal tumors, deformity correction, and motion preservation procedures. She also has a particular interest and training in minimally invasive surgery of the spine. She believes in working with the patients and other health care providers to identify the origin of their problem and, together, find a solution that will help patients improve their quality of life.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
GRADUATE SCHOOL
Rush University – Chicago, Illinois
PhD in biochemistry studying intervertebral disc degeneration
MEDICAL SCHOOL
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine – Downers Grove, Illinois
RESIDENCY
Orthopedic Surgery
Franciscan Health/Midwestern University – Olympia Fields, Illinois
FELLOWSHIP
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
William Beaumont Hospital – Royal Oak, Michigan
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Board Eligible, Passed Part I

CE Credit: 2 CE
The CDA designates this activity for a maximum of 2 Continuing Education Credits.

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
The CDA 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.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the ADA CERP. Contact the provider, the CDA, at 8301 E. Prentice Ave., Suite 400, Greenwood Village, CO 80111; 303-740-6900; or 800-343-3010.
