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Early Career Dentists
Begin your dental career with CDA on your side. As a new dentist, CDA membership gives you access to valuable resources for the business side of practice, one-on-one expert support to guide you through your early years and beyond and a hands-on role in organized dentistry.
When you join CDA as a recent dental school graduate, you also become a member of the ADA and your local dental society. This tripartite membership offers support and guidance for every stage of your career. Discover the savings, support and solution we’ve designed to help you navigate your new profession.
Exclusive Benefits Just for You
CDA Career Center
Enhance your search with our comprehensive Career Center. Connect with new career opportunities faster with a free resume review, alerts on relevant job listings, career tips and more.
EXPERT SUPPORT
Tap into a full Resource Library and access tools designed to guide you through the business side of practice, including resources for associateships like Associate Dentist 101: Finding Your Career Path.
EXCLUSIVE DEALS
Access exclusive deals for new dentists, including generous discounts on liability coverage through The Dentists Insurance Company, dental supplies from TDSC.com, and members-only savings through CDA’s Endorsed Services.
CDA News
Research from California dental students featured in CDA Journal collection
Dental student research in this collection covers a variety of subject matter, disciplines and approaches to scientific inquiry and investigation.
Not yet a CDA member?
Explore the benefits and join today for the best membership value. Apply online or call 800.232.7645 to speak to a member representative.