Greater New York Dental Meeting 2025

FREE Pre-Registration is now available!

New York County Dental Society 2025 President

Congratulations to Dr. Vera Tang on becoming the 2025 President of NYCDS! We look forward to all the incredible achievements you will make this year in both the field of dentistry and within our local community.

2025 NYCDS Membership Dues Now Available

It's here! Your 2025 membership dues invoice is online. Renew by December 31st, and you'll be entered to win a custom NYSDA Yeti or Stanley! Enroll in auto-renew and never miss your NYSDA benefits.

Member Assistance Program (MAP)

Life comes with challenges, but your new Member Assistance Program (MAP) is here to help. This free, confidential benefit is available to you and your household, offering resources and services to support mental health, reduce stress, and make life easier.

Welcome to the New York County Dental Society

Founded in 1860, the New York County Dental Society is one of the largest groups of dentists in the United States. With more than 2,000 members practicing in Manhattan, NYCDS members have made a special commitment to uphold its ethical code and practice standards, as well as those of New York State and the American Dental Association. It is an invaluable advocacy and education resource that protects its members and the public.

Member Experience 

"Time and time again NYCDS has always been able to find answers to my difficult questions. I am grateful for such a reliable and trusted source of information and professional expertise."
Lisa S. Lin, DDS

"I've been taking CE courses for over 20 years, and I've had the best experience thus far with the NY County Dental Society. It has been really easy to register for the courses and I've always been greeted by a warm and friendly staff! The knowledgeable instructors have made learning enjoyable, especially with some of the mandatory courses."
Michael Kosdon, DDS

 

The New York County Dental Society Study Club

 

Purchase an annual membership and gain UNLIMITED access to continuing education courses in 2025 at a significantly discounted rate at NYCDS!

Starting March 1, 2025, all In-Person* and Virtual courses are INCLUDED in one annual club membership at an exclusive discounted rate!

(*excludes CPR and Hands-on courses. Study Club members receive a 10% discount on those courses) 

We have an exciting lineup of speakers and over 40 courses planned for 2025!
Click the link to view our partial course/speaker list: Upcoming 2025 Continuing Education Courses 

Pro-Rated Rates:
ADA members: $695

Non ADA members: $995

REGISTER HERE!

 

NYCDS N​ews

New Fixed Penalties & Compliance Requirements for NYC Dental X-Ray Practices – Effective July 12

Jul 2, 2025
Starting July 12, 2025, the New York City Health Department will enforce a new penalty schedule for violations related to radiation safety under Article 175 of the NYC Health Code.

These updates directly affect dental practices using x-ray or CBCT equipment. Fines for non-compliance are now fixed, and enforcement will be more consistent across the city. It is every dentist’s responsibility to ensure their practice is fully up to date before any inspection occurs.

Important Information:
  • Standardized Fines: The Health Department has set clear, fixed amounts for violations. Most fines will range from $500 to $1,000 per incident. If you do not respond to a summons, the penalty will automatically double.
  • Applies to Dental X-ray and CBCT: If your practice uses dental x-ray or cone beam CT (CBCT) units, you must follow all safety, maintenance, and quality assurance guidelines. The new penalty schedule specifically lists violations related to dental radiography.
  • Record Keeping is Essential: You are required to keep detailed records of equipment maintenance, quality assurance checks, and radiation dose measurements. Missing or incomplete records can result in fines.
  • Qualified Personnel Only: Only staff who are properly licensed and trained may operate dental x-ray equipment. Allowing unqualified individuals to use this equipment is a violation and subject to penalties.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Make sure all x-ray equipment is in good working order. Issues like missing safety features, unsecured parts, or faulty exposure controls are now clearly defined as violations.
Permit and Compliance Reminders:
Permits for Dental X-ray Units:
  • Most dental offices need just one permit to cover all their standard dental x-ray machines.
  • 3D units (CBCT), require a separate permit due to their classification—even though they are technically not as dangerous as medical CTs.
  • Permits are not transferrable. If you sell or dispose of a machine, you must cancel the permit using a disposition form (available from the Health Department at orh@health.nyc.gov) and inform the city who is taking the machine.
  • If you add a new machine, it must be inspected within a few weeks of installation.
Certification and Training Requirements:
  • Before anyone is allowed to take x-rays, they must receive training covering at least 5-6 core topics, such as x-ray tube positioning, image processing, operator safety, radiation protection, radiographic protocols, and regulatory requirements.
  • Every x-ray operator must have a documented evaluation each year, and these records must be kept on file for inspection.
Required Documentation:
  • Every facility must have a copy of Article 175, the CRESCO report, the current permit posted, and documentation of all training and evaluations available for inspection.
What Should You Do Now?
  • Review your compliance with all radiation safety, permit, and recordkeeping requirements.
  • Make sure all staff operating x-ray equipment are properly trained and, if required, certified.
  • Ensure all documentation, permits, and required postings are up to date and accessible.
  • Schedule inspections for any new equipment as soon as possible.
If you would like to schedule a radiation safety audit, please contact Martin Schnee at
(718) 373-6348 to book an appointment.

April General Membership Meeting 2025