Program areas at DCDS
Monthly meetings - dcds' monthly membership meetings are an opportunity to share ideas, information and network at no cost to members
Advocacy and legislation - dcds participates in the american Dental association's state public affiars program which provides strategic advice to deal with legislative and regulatory issues in Washington, dc and supplements the advocacy resources available to dcds.
Membership services - membership services consist of activities related to providing support to current dcds members, including: processing applications, renewals, continuing education, license/registration issues, and any interactions with american Dental association.
Symposium for licensure - dcds holds an annual meeting that provides all the dc licensure requirements for dentists, hygienists, and assistants.
Newsletter - the District of Columbia Dental Society newsletter is the official publication of dcds. Editorial coverage contains information on the monthly meeting scientific program, dcds activities, legislative and regulatory issues, community activities, as well as news of general interest.