Give Kids A Smile NYCDS 2026

Our biggest community event of the year is just a few weeks away, and we couldn't be more excited! If you're confirmed as a GKAS NYCDS Volunteer, please check your inbox to RSVP for the Orientation at NYCDS on January 29, 2026, at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
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Earn 2 CE Credits

Join us for NYSDA’s Black History Month event, Rooted in Excellence: How Collaboration, Culture, and Clinical Mastery Shape Modern Dentistry. Free for NYSDA members, residents, and students; non-members welcome for a fee. Wednesday, February 25 | New York County Dental Society HQ
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2026 Membership Dues Now Available

It's that time! Your 2026 membership dues invoice is online. Renew by December 31st, and you'll be automatically entered for a chance to win a YETI cooler! Enroll in auto-renew and never miss your NYSDA benefits.
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2026 Member Benefits Guide

Explore Your Member Benefits — The 2026 Member Benefits Guide is now available! See everything NYSDA offers and get a quick overview with our At-A-Glance one-pager.
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Don’t miss your chance to earn CE and learn directly from the legend of dentistry, Dr. Gordon Christensen

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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

 

Starting January 1, 2026, all In-Person* and Virtual courses are included in one annual club membership!

*excludes CPR and Hands-on courses. (Study Club members receive a 20% discount on those courses) 

We have an exciting lineup of speakers and over 30 courses planned for 2026!

Click the link to view our partial course/speaker list: Upcoming 2026 Continuing Education Courses 

NORMAL RATES: ADA Members: $1,195 | Non ADA Members: $1,395

EARLY BIRD RATES: ADA Members $995 (before Mar. 1, 2026) | Non ADA Members: $1,195 (before Mar. 1, 2026)

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NYCDS N​ews

Local Anesthesia: Myths and Truths Explained with Dr. Jason Goodchild (In-Person)

Feb 4, 2026
This dynamic, evidence-based course dispels common misconceptions while providing practical, literature-supported updates every clinician should know.

This dynamic, evidence-based course dispels common misconceptions while providing practical, literature-supported updates every clinician should know. From buffering and warming local anesthetic solutions to enhance patient experience, to the latest on articaine safety, participants will explore what’s fact, fiction, or somewhere in between.


Using an entertaining, multimedia format that blends case examples, current research, and real-world clinical tips, this session will help dental professionals refine their understanding of anesthetic pharmacology, improve technique, and elevate patient comfort and safety. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or a new graduate, this course will sharpen your local anesthesia knowledge and clinical confidence for today’s dental practice.

 

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Course Details:

Date & Time: March 18, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Address: 622 Third Ave 9th Floor, New York, NY, 10017

Email: amak@nycdentalsociety.org


Members: $195
Non-Members: $245
CE hours: 3


Free for study club members

Installation of Officers 2026