In-Person CE June 21: Offensive Dentistry & Business of Dentistry Symposium $75
May 13, 2025
Bring the entire Dental Team Saturday, June 21, 2025 for an in-person CE & Business Symposium featuring Dr. Brian Nový, DDS 5 CEU core TIME: 7:30am-3pm at The Centre Sycamore Plaza, Weingart Ballroom, 2nd floor, 5000 Clark, Lakewood, 90712 ...More
Acuity Negotiations: Dental Dilemmas in Real Estate
April 8, 2025
Acuity Negotiations: Dental Dilemmas in Real Estate The debate to buy versus lease often arises from the same question that motivates people to buy a residence: “Why am I not paying down a mortgage instead?” The simple reality of what drives residential property values is very different from that which creates or eliminates value of owning commercial property. Consider th...MoreDesign, Implement, & Manage Successful In-House Membership Plans
March 3, 2025
Design, Implement, and Manage Successful In-House Membership Plans Lunch & Learn Webinar Hosted by Kleer & Membersy Register Now! When: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 Time: 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM Location: Livestorm Free for HDS members Program Description: Wondering how to design, implement, and manage successful membership programs, leading to loyal patients wh...More
CA Employment Law Update & Cybersecurity Best Practices Feb 26
January 29, 2025
Program Description: This course is for Dentists Onlyand provides a detailed overview of recent updates to California employment law and their impact on dental practices. The program also highlights critical cybersecurity strategies to protect sensitive data in compliance with California’s stringent privacy laws. Participants will gain practical insights to mitigate risks and ensure leg...More
Buying a Practice: Roadmap for Success Feb 22 - Register Now
January 29, 2025
The purchase of a Dental practice might be the most important decision a young Dentist makes in their career. This seminar will provide a potential buyer all the tools necessary to begin their search for their dream practice and will provide advice and resources on what to look for when buying a practice, legal aspects of buying a practice and management and operational issues to look at when eval...More
Selling a Practice: Roadmap for Success March 1 - Register Today
January 29, 2025
This in-person seminar is a comprehensive roadmap of how to SELL a Dental practice and what the OPTIONS are for you....MoreDental.com Patient Engagement and Referrals Tool for Members
January 21, 2025
Harbor Dental Society and Orange County Dental Society introduce a new member benefit - Dental.com to Enhance Patient Engagement and Increase Appointments and Patient Referrals, Using AI-Powered Technology Irvine, CA – [1/20/2025] – Harbor Dental Society (HDS) and The Orange County Dental Society (OCDS) and are excited to announce a strategic partnership with Dental.com, a leader in...More
Dental.com Office®, a powerful AI solution designed to attract new patients and enhance your practic
January 21, 2025
Dental.com Office®, a powerful AI solution designed to attract new patients and enhance your practice. An exclusive Harbor Dental Society member benefit ! ...More
The Business of Dentistry: The Start-Up Seminar & Workshop Feb 8
January 17, 2025
Calling all aspiring dental practice owners! Join usonSaturday, February 8thin Los Angeles forThe Business of Dentistry: The Start-Up Seminar & Workshop– your ultimate guide to building a thriving dental practice. ??? Location: SmileBuds,3342 Verdugo Road, Los Angeles Time:8:30 AM - 2:00 PM What you’ll gain: Learn the foundations of a successful dental...More
Start Me Up! Bus Tour LA January 25 - Register Today
January 12, 2025
Peeling Back the Layers of Thriving Dental Start-Ups One Stop At a Time The most popular dental startup event is here for Harbor members considering setting up a startup practice! Get ready for an exciting opportunity to explore successful dental startups with industry experts who can show you how to build and support your own scratch practices....More
Jan 28 Responsibilities & Require. for Prescribing Controlled Substances (Schedule II Opioid Drugs)
January 11, 2025
Time to Renew! Register for our 'Live' CE Webinar via Zoom: This course is a Mandatory CE for California dentists for license renewal: Responsibilities and Requirements for Prescribing Controlled Substances (Schedule II Opioid Drugs) Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025 Time: 6pm-8pm PST 2 CEU core Learning Objectives: Explore pain management drug options for acute pain control. Li...More
Resources for SoCal Fire Recovery, Wellness, and Relief Help
January 10, 2025
Our thoughts are with all of you as Los Angeles County and our beloved cities face the devastating impact of the ongoing fires. We hope you and your loved ones are staying safe during this difficult time. As your local dental society, we recognize the available resources may not always align with the unique needs of the dental profession. That’s why we’re stepping in to help bridge the gap. ...MoreInterdisciplinary Collaboration in Dentistry: Enhancing Patient Care through Teamwork
January 6, 2025
Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Dentistry: Enhancing Patient Care through Teamwork Introduction The dynamic field of dentistry is currently witnessing a shift towards a more integrative and holistic approach to patient care, where the focus goes beyond just oral health and embraces the overall well-being of patients. The concept of interdisciplinary, or multi-professional, collaboration...More
Strength of Membership, Power of Mentorship, Giving Back to the Community
January 1, 2025
Dear Harbor Dental Society Colleagues, It is an honor to serve as your president for the Harbor Dental Society in 2025. As I step into this role, I cannot help but reflect on how dentistry is one of the few professions where we spend our days staring into peoples mouths while they try to talk to us. And somehow, we understand them. That is a skill set they do not teach in dental school. But...More
Long Beach Gives Sept 19 and every donation makes a difference
September 1, 2024
All Donations Welcome – any amount is welcome! To donate directly online to the HDS Foundation Fund—click here ...MoreHabitual Generosity: Why Giving More Can Mean Getting More for Driven Dental Entrepreneurs
June 10, 2024
Habitual Generosity: Why Giving More Can Mean Getting More for Driven Dental Entrepreneurs Key Takeaways When you add value to other people's lives, they likely feel obligated to respond in kind and be helpful to you in important ways, benefiting your dental practice and personal life. Use a discovery process to get to know what your patients, staff, and...MoreDental Reputation Management: A Guide to Responding to Google Business Reviews for Dentists
June 3, 2024
Dental Reputation Management: A Guide to Responding to Google Business Reviews for Dentists Google Business reviews are a pivotal element in shaping the reputation and success of dental practices. These reviews (whether positive or negative) not only influence patient perception but also play a crucial role in your dental SEO (Search Engine Optimization), affecting a dentist's visibilit...MoreJumpstart Your Career in Dental Assisting
May 31, 2024
Ready to jumpstart your career in dental assisting? Orange County’s newest Dental Assisting Academy is opening in just two weeks, and we’re excited to welcome our first cohort of students. · Comprehensive 10-Week Program: Our intensive hybrid curriculum is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge through online and hands-on training. · ...More
CDA Cares Free One-day Dental Clinic Volunteers needed
June 7, 2022
The CDA Foundation is planning a small scale CDA Cares event Saturday, August 13, at the Children’s Dental Health Clinic in Long Beach, CA...More