The District of Columbia Dental Society (DCDS) is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. 
May 2026 CE Event: Dental AI in Clinical Practice: From Regulation to Real-World Impact
Presentation by Natalia Chalmers, DDS, MHSc, PhD, Overjet
Presentation by Jessica Klabak, DDS, MPH, Videa Health
Location: DCDS Headquarters 14th Floor (Rooftop)
Meeting Attendance Note: Live streaming of this presentation is available for those who want to access the presentation virtually. The recording of the presentation will be made available to all registrants within 48 hours of the presentation.
Contact: Amy Hoang
Email: info@dcdental.org
Phone: (202) 367-1163
Registration is now open.
Monday, May 4, 2026
5:45pm to 6:00pm Business Meeting
6:00pm to 7:00pm Session 1
7:15pm to 8:15pm Session 2
You may register for one session or both.
Please note pricing:
- Members: $0
- Non-Members Presentation Recording: $75
- Dental Office Staff Presentation Recording: $45
Meeting Description:
Participants will explore why AI is gaining momentum, how models are developed and validated, and what FDA clearance means in practice. The course also focuses on how clinicians can critically evaluate AI tools, integrate them into workflows, and use them to improve diagnostic consistency and patient communication while maintaining clinical autonomy and integrity. The session concludes with a forward-looking discussion on balancing innovation with safety and the evolving role of AI beyond radiographic analysis.
Learning Objectives:
1). Describe the current state of AI in dentistry, including key technological advancements and adoption trends.
2). Explain the FDA regulatory pathways (e.g., 510(k), De Novo) and their relevance to dental AI tools.
3). Integrate AI into clinical workflows to enhance diagnostic consistency, efficiency, and patient communication.
4). Assess the ethical and clinical implications of AI use, including risks of bias, overdiagnosis, and the maintenance of clinician autonomy.
About The Speaker:
Dr. Natalia Chalmers is a board-certified pediatric dentist and 2025 AAPD Pediatric Dentist of the Year, oral health policy expert, and public health advocate bringing over 20 years of clinical, research, and regulatory experience to the forefront of dental innovation. As the Chief Dental Officer and Head of Clinical Innovation at Overjet, she leverages data-driven insights to transform dental healthcare delivery and ensure access to high-quality, patient-centered care.
Previously, Dr. Chalmers made history as the first Chief Dental Officer in the Office of the Administrator at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). There, she led groundbreaking initiatives to expand dental coverage, established the first CMS dental claims processing system, and implemented new quality measurements that reshaped the national conversation on oral health. Her public sector leadership also includes tenure as a Dental Officer at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
A recognized expert in clinical analytics, Dr. Chalmers is dedicated to advocating for the role of health policy across the lifespan—viewing dental well-being as intrinsic to whole-person care.
Dr. Chalmers completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the Faculty of Dental Medicine of the Medical University of Sofia, a residency in pediatric dentistry at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, and a Ph.D. in oral microbiology from the Graduate Partnerships Program of the University of Maryland School of Dentistry and the National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research at the National Institutes of Health, Post-doctoral Fellowship at the ADA Forsyth Institute, and Clinical Research Fellowship at the National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health. Dr. Chalmers holds a master’s degree in clinical research from Duke Medical University and a Certificate in Drug Development and Regulatory Science from the University of California, San Francisco School of Pharmacy.
About The Speaker:
Dr. Jessica Klabak is the Clinical Director at VideaHealth and a seasoned dentist and healthcare executive with deep expertise in leveraging technology to elevate clinical care standards and advance interdisciplinary care models. Throughout her career, she has championed preventive, technology-driven approaches that enhance early disease detection, strengthen diagnostic consistency, and expand access to high-quality dental care. With a strong foundation in both clinical practice and healthcare leadership, Dr. Klabak has led initiatives that integrate dental professionals into broader medical care teams to support whole-person health. At VideaHealth, she drives clinical strategy and innovation with a strong focus on quality and care standards, ensuring AI-powered solutions support clinical excellence and empower dental clinicians to deliver the highest quality care possible.
