Dear Colleagues,

Happy Fall y'all! October is here, which means SmileCon is around the corner and licensure renewal is not far behind. We’ve lined up two key opportunities this month to support your CE, well-being, and practice success.

Final Push: DCDS Symposium for Licensure at SmileCon

Date: Saturday, October 25
Where: Washington, D.C. (in conjunction with ADA SmileCon)

This full-day program is designed to help you knock out the DC-required licensure courses in one place. If you still need requirements for the upcoming renewal cycle, this is the most efficient way to get it done—while connecting with colleagues during SmileCon.

Why attend:

• Covers the required courses for DC license renewal
• Convenient, single-day format during SmileCon
• Expert speakers + practical takeaways

🔗 Register now: [Symposium Registration Link]

Please share with your teams and colleagues—let’s make sure no one is scrambling in the final weeks before renewal.

Wellness Night at DCDS — October 16

Date/Time: Wednesday, October 16 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Location: DCDS Headquarters, 2001 K Street NW, 3rd Floor North

Join us for an evening focused on physical, mental, and financial well-being:

• Yoga + Stretching for dental professionals
• Physical Therapy Tips for preventing and managing occupational strain
• Financial Wellness with RK Tongue (practical guidance for dentists)

Light refreshments will be served.
RSVP: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5M5LBFS

Thank you for all you do for our patients and our profession. I hope to see you at SmileCon, at our Symposium for Licensure on October 25, and at Wellness Night on October 16.

Warm regards,
Dr. Hillary Rosse Abel
President, District of Columbia Dental Society

Hillary Rosse Abel, D.M.D.

President, District of Columbia Dental Society

Consultant for Finance, SALT Dental Partners