Half Year Dues - Join Today

Join DCDS! As a membership benefit, DCDS members enjoy monthly continuing education events and other meetings that are specifically programmed to meet the D.C. requirements over every two-year licensing period. Join today at 50% off the annual dues* and receive:

Complimentary CE programming to members each year between September and May, in the format of in-person monthly meetings and webinars. Hear from internationally and nationally known speakers on the latest in dental technologies and best practices.
Remote Happy Hours at local watering holes where you can meet your colleagues, get advice, and exchange information.
A monthly newsletter featuring the latest DC Board of Dentistry news, like licensing requirements and regulations.
ADA membership, which offers you discounts on group insurance, products, a retirement program, and more.
The latest in clinical practice guidelines and policies from the ADA’s science experts.

Simply fill out the application below, which provides us with your updated information and return your invoice with payment. Your membership starts once your application is approved and your dues are paid.

*Note: This offer is available to dentists whose last membership year was 2022 or earlier. Most state and local dental societies offer the national 50% off promotional rate. This offer is non-transferrable. New dental school graduates may be eligible for further discounts. Membership year starts July 1, 2024 and ends December 31, 2024.

If you have any questions, contact DCDS staff at info@dcdental.org or call (202) 367-1163.

Please submit this DC Dental Society member application only under these circumstances:

You wish to transfer your current dental society membership to DCDS
You wish to become a Metropolitan Member, and you are already a member in good standing of the ADA and your home state dental society.
You wish to join during the Half-Year Dues Promotion.

For all other circumstances, click here to fill out an on-line Tripartite Membership Application.

To become a member, you must have DDS or DMD degree, and be engaged in dental activity in the District of Columbia.

Personal Information

First Name

Last Name

Middle Name or Initial

ADA ID Number

Primary Office Address

Please provide Street Address, Suite, City, State and Zip Code

If you do not have a D.C. office, please provide an explanation of the dental-related activities you perform in the District of Columbia.

E-mail Address

Contact Phone

Please provide Area Code and Phone Number

Do you wish to become a Metropolitan Member, transfer your membership to DCDS, or join during the Quarter Year Dues Promotion?

Metropolitan Membership (pay only DCDS dues)
Transfer membership
Join for Half Year Dues (can only be done once)

Referral Information

Did a DCDS member refer you to join the Society? If yes, please provide the member's name.

Please provide the name of your current dental society (if applicable).

Dental School

Full name of Dental School

Dental School Graduation Date

Certificate/Degree

Personal Background

Have you ever been denied a dental license?

If yes, which state and why?

Have you ever had your license suspended or revoked?

If yes, in which state and why?

Have you ever been censored, suspended or expelled by a dentally related organization (i.e., dental society)?

If yes, in which state and why?

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or criminal offense, including driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, but excluding minor traffic violations and parking tickets? (A conviction record will not automatically bar you from membership. Each application will be individually considered on its merits.)

If yes, please describe (include dates, offenses and penalties)

I hereby affirm that all statements are true and correct.

Yes

By clicking the Submit button, I hereby apply for DC Dental Society membership and resolve to abide by the Bylaws and Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct if accepted into membership, and to pay all required dues.

If I am transferring from another Society, I hereby grant permission to DCDS staff to update my ADA database record accordingly.

Half Year Dues - Join Today

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