Santa Clara County Dental Society

Guided Implant Dentistry - Presented by DIO Digital Academy
2026-07-19 08:30 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SCCDS Office
This comprehensive program explores modern guided implant dentistry, covering digital treatment planning, full-arch rehabilitation concepts, and minimally invasive crestal sinus lifting techniques. Participants will gain practical insights into how digital workflows can improve accuracy, efficiency, and predictability in implant therapy.

What you’ll learn

Fundamentals of guided implant surgery
Digital Full-Arch rehabilitation concepts and protocols
Patient selection and case evaluation
Crestal sinus lifting techniques
Improving surgical precision through guided workflows
Clinical tips for predictable implant outcomes

Optional hands-on session

Enhance your learning with an optional hands-on exercise in guided implant placement. Participants will place three implants on a typodont model using the DIO NAVI Master Kit following the lecture.

*Note: This hands-on session focuses on basic guided surgery and does not include full-arch or crestal sinus lifting procedures. Included at no additional cost.

Course Instructor: Dr. Jeremy Mahoney

Dr. Jeremy Mahoney is a passionate implantologist and educator at WhiteCap Institute. He earned his DDS with honors from Midwestern University-Arizona. Dr. Mahoney has completed extensive training in implantology and is known for making complex concepts accessible to clinicians.

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STOP Overpaying Your Taxes and PROTECT Your Wealth! Presented by Fortune Law Firm - 7/23/26
2026-07-23 17:30 - 20:30 | SCCDS Office
Thursday, July 23rd
5:30pm – 8:30pm
1485 Park Avenue, San Jose 95126
Dinner Included
FREE for SCCDS Members and Spouses/Partners
A law firm that once sued you is now protecting you! We will reveal the tactics trial lawyers and the IRS use to take what you earn. Discover the tax and wealth creation strategies you are missing out on.
Learning Objectives:

Gain insights into asset protection strategies and methods to safeguard your high valued belongings.
Explore the essentials of estate planning and develop a comprehensive plan to protect and transfer assets to your heirs while eliminating probate court.
Learn about specific structures you can have that will protect your license from the NPDB.
Learn how you can have a Personal Tax Savings Plan and discussion with a tax strategist that will enable you to save thousands of dollars and stop overpaying your taxes.

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CPR Certification Courses
2026-08-07 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-17 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-24 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-04 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-05 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-14 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-21 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-10-02 09:00 - 13:00 and 3 more dates | SCCDS Office
CPR certification is REQUIRED for ALL dental professionals and is highly recommended for front office staff. Completion of this course provides an American Heart Association CPR certification which is valid for two years.
COURSE INCLUDES
• Registration
• Lecture
• Audio/visual presentation
• Demonstrations
• Written and practical exam
Registration Options*
CDA Member Dentist ($80.00)
Dental Staff/Auxiliary ($80.00)
Non CDA Member Dentist ($172.00)

8 Hour Infection Control and Dental Practice Act Law for DAs
2026-08-08 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-12 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-10 08:00 - 15:00 | SCCDS Office
THIS COURSE IS FOR UNREGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANTS OR NEW RDA APPLICANTS ONLY. IF YOU ARE A LICENSED DENTAL PROFESSIONAL, PLEASE SIGN UP FOR OUR “LICENSE RENEWAL” COURSE INSTEAD.
Non-RDA dental assistants are required by the Dental Board of California to take an 8-hour training course in Infection Control and a certified 2-hour Dental Practice Act course. This program satisfies these requirements. This course includes 4 hours of online study that MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE the 4 hours of in-class study. Check-in begins at 8 am. Boxed lunch included!
Registration Options*
Dental Staff/Auxiliary ($395.00)
Two physical certificates will be issued the day of the class. Any additional physical or digital copy requests will be charged $25.00

New Dentists Mixer & Panel - Presented by Bank of America, Dental & Medical Counsel, Earned, Revolve Practice Transitions, and ROAM
2026-08-12 18:30 - 21:00 | SCCDS Office
Wednesday, August 12th
6:30pm – 9:00pm
1485 Park Avenue, San Jose 95126
Dinner Included
FREE for SCCDS Members

SCCDS New Dentists* are invited to our social & educational event. Enjoy good food/drink while networking/building relationships and learning. Don’t forget to bring a guest! Experienced dentists welcome too!
*New Dentists = graduated from dental school within the last ten years
Startup vs. Acquisition: Real Talk on Your Road to Practice Ownership
Building on the success of last year’s program, this expanded session brings together an even broader group of industry leaders to deliver a deeper, more comprehensive look at the two primary paths to ownership: acquiring an existing practice or starting from scratch.
This highly interactive panel will cover the legal, financial, real estate, and operational realities doctors face when transitioning into ownership. Attendees will gain practical insight into structuring deals, evaluating opportunities, securing financing, and avoiding costly missteps that can impact long-term success.
With additional expert perspectives across lending, real estate, consulting, and transitions, this year’s program goes further—offering more real-world examples, more nuanced strategy, and more actionable guidance. The discussion will be driven by the most common questions from doctors navigating ownership, with dedicated time for live Q&A.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

Identify and avoid the most common pitfalls in both acquisitions and startups
Evaluate the advantages and tradeoffs of buying versus building a practice
Understand how to assess practice value and align with the right transition strategy
Recognize key financial, legal, and tax considerations that impact long-term outcomes
Navigate lease terms, financing structures, and purchase agreements with greater confidence

Panelists
Michael Dinsio, MBA – Founder of Next Level Consultants
Mike Smith – Roam Commercial Realty
Gavin Shea – Revolve Practice Transitions
Forrest Wiederman – Bank of America
CJ Williams – Bank of America
Moderator: Ali Oromchian, J.D., LL.M. – Founding Attorney at Dental & Medical Counsel

Mandatory Harassment Prevention Training for EMPLOYEES ONLY
2026-08-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Via Zoom
Since January 1, 2021, California businesses with five (5) or more employees MUST provide harassment prevention training every two (2) years. Employees are required to have 1 hour of training within six (6) months of hire. In this instructor-led session, attendees will engage in discussions on all forms of sexual harassment (verbal, visual, and physical). Other types of prohibited harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and abusive conduct will also be covered in an interactive format.
Attendees will learn how to recognize problems and their responsibility in the prevention of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and abusive conduct. Topics include reporting, bystander intervention as well as practical tips on how to stay out of trouble and keep the workplace harassment-free.
This course will be held online via Zoom. The link will be sent out 24 hours before the event.

Maximizing Practice Value: Legal and Tax Strategies for a Successful Sale - Presented by Earned, Dental & Medical Counsel, and Revolve Practice Transitions
2026-08-20 18:00 - 20:00 | SCCDS Office
Thursday, August 20th
6:00pm – 8:00pm
*Registration Open at 5:30pm
1485 Park Avenue, San Jose 95126
Dinner Included
FREE for SCCDS Members
Selling a dental practice is one of the most significant financial events of a dentist’s career and one of the most complex. This comprehensive two-hour seminar brings together expert perspectives on practice transitions, buyer dynamics, and wealth preservation to give you a complete roadmap from preparation to close.
You’ll learn how practices are valued and what you can do right now to maximize yours. You’ll understand who’s buying in today’s market, from first-time owners and associates to multi-practice operators and DSOs, and what each type of buyer needs from you before and after the sale. You’ll also explore the legal and operational pitfalls that derail transitions and how to avoid them.
The final segment addresses what happens after the sale. For high-income dental professionals, a practice sale triggers a significant taxable event. We’ll show you how tax loss harvesting and custom indexing strategies can offset those gains, potentially generating hundreds of thousands of dollars in avoided taxes and meaningfully extending your retirement wealth.
Whether you’re actively planning to sell or simply want to understand your options, this seminar gives you the knowledge and confidence to approach your transition on your terms.
Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this session, attendees will be able to:
Determine the value of their practice and identify key factors that increase or decrease it
Evaluate the right type of buyer for their goals, including partners, associates, and DSOs
Understand what buyers are looking for and what they will need from you post-sale
Identify common transition pitfalls and the stakeholders who can help or hinder a successful outcome
Take actionable steps to increase practice value before going to market
Navigate key legal considerations and avoid common pitfalls during the sale process
Implement tax-saving strategies, including tax loss harvesting and custom indexing, to offset capital gains from a practice sale
Reduce potential liability from employees and patients after the sale

Featured Speakers

Ali Oromchian, J.D., LL.M., Dental & Medical Counsel
Gavin Shea, Revolve Practice Transitions
Carson Henderson, CPA/PFS, Earned
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Infection Control & Dental Practice Act Law for License Renewal
2026-08-28 08:00 - 12:30, 2026-10-23 08:00 - 12:30 | Online Via Zoom
THIS COURSE IS FOR LICENSED DENTAL PROFESSIONALS ONLY. IF YOU ARE AN UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANT OR NEW RDA APPLICANT, PLEASE SIGN UP FOR OUR “8 HOUR INFECTION CONTROL” COURSE INSTEAD.
THIS COURSE WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM – LINK WILL BE SENT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO EVENT
4 CE Units
All LICENSED dental professionals are required to take Infection Control and Dental Practice Act (DPA) courses in order to renew their licenses every two years. This course meets all of the Dental Board requirements.
Registration Options*
CDA Member Dentist ($89.00)
Dental Staff/Auxiliary ($89.00)
Non CDA Member Dentist ($239.00)

Behind The Scenes: How Dental AI is Built - 9/2/26
2026-09-02 18:00 - 20:00
Dr. Parag Kachalia and our product team are opening our HQ to talk through what actually went into building Overjet — the calls they made, the ones they’d take back, and everything you want to ask them directly.
Everyone who attends will get IRIS, our AI-native imaging software, for free!

When: Wednesday, September 2 · 6:00–8:00 PM
Where: Overjet HQ, 100 S. Ellsworth Avenue, Suite 400, San Mateo, CA 94401
Who: All dentists interested in AI and their dental colleagues.

1 CE will be provided

General Membership Meeting: Minimally Invasive Rehabilitation - A Healthier, Less Costly and More Predictable Approach
2026-09-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Hybrid, 1485 Park Ave., San Jose, CA, 95126, United States
Every practice has 5% to 15% of patients who have severely damaged their dentition and would benefit from a mouth rehabilitation but cannot afford it, and we see them suffer and deteriorate feeling helpless. Additionally, a larger number of our patients would greatly benefit by opening their Vertical Dimension of Occlusion (VDO) to restore their worn-out dentition. They need help! The old approach of a mouth full of crowns is destructive, with many negative side effects and unpredictable. In this practical lecture Dr. Ruiz will offer a more real world approach to treating these patients using direct composite, partial coverage adhesive restorations and limited implants. Even partial mouth rehabilitation cases are like remodeling a beautiful building, meticulous designed and diagnosis must be done before the first scoop of dirt is ever removed, (or before a hand piece touches the tooth). This fast paced course will cover proper diagnosis to avoid problems, step by step techniques for partial and full mouth rehabilitation, as well as research and many clinical cases.
Objectives:
• Learn a practical technique to treat larges cases in multiple stages, making it affordable to almost every patient.
• Proper methodic diagnosis for this type cases, which will maximize success, satisfaction and minimize complications.
• Learning techniques for proper adhesion of bonded rehabilitations.
• Understand how to record patients’ unique esthetic perspective and goals and how to blend it with our own.
• How to implement occlusal treatment into an overall oral treatment.
• When to use a semi-adjustable articulator and why it has great importance.
• When to use a CR bite.
• Step by step techniques, and much, much more…
Biography:
Dr. Ruiz is Founder of the “Supra-gingival Minimally Invasive Dentistry” movement, as well as founder and director of the Los Angeles Institute of Clinical Dentistry. Former Course Director of numerous CE Courses at the University of Southern California (USC). He is an Honorary Clinical Professor at Warwick University in England and a member of the editorial board for Dentistry Today. He is also an Associate Instructor at Dr. Gordon Christensen PCC in Utah & an independent evaluator of dental products for CR (CRA). Dr Ruiz has been named as one of the “Leaders in CE 2006-Present” by Dentistry Today. Dr. Ruiz is the author of the textbook “Supra-gingival Minimally Invasive Dentistry; A Healthier Approach” published by Wiley-Blackwell and edited by Dr. Ray Bertolotti and has also published several research papers as well as many clinical articles on adhesive dentistry, occlusion and esthetic dentistry. He regularly lectures at all major dental meetings, nationally and internationally. Dr. Ruiz has been practicing in the studio district of Los Angeles for over 25 years and enjoys a clientele of many stars and entertainers. His focus is on treating complex Cosmetic, Rehabilitation, and Implant cases. Dr. Ruiz has made numerous television appearances highlighting his Esthetic Dental makeovers, including NBC Channel 4 News, ABC’s News, Good Morning America & Vista La, VH1 and Channel 52’s Telemundo and 34 Univision.

Camp CEO Presented By Fortune Management - 9/19/2026
2026-09-19 09:30 - 16:00 | SCCDS Office
September 19, 2026
9:30am-4:00pm
In Person at SCCDS
6 CEUs
Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, and Workbook included in Registration Price
Don’t miss this exclusive in-person event designed for Doctors and Owners. Fortune’s Training Camps are total-immersion post-graduate courses which consist of one-day live events focused on specific areas of your practice. Walk away from this Training Camp with actionable strategies to grow your practice, improve leadership, and enhance the patient experience.
WHY ATTEND CAMP CEO?
Do you think of yourself as the CEO of your dental practice? Specifically created for the Owner/Doctor, this course is designed to elevate your thinking and create new strategies to enhance both profitability and leadership while working ON your business.

Growth strategies for your business
Applying a CEO mindset to your practice
How to create a new level of leadership

Featured Speaker

Dennis Marvel, Managing Partner & Director, Fortune50,is one of the nation’s leading authorities in the rapidly changing business of dentistry. Dennis has a strong track record facilitating extraordinary growth through his awareness and understanding of business metrics. He will teach you how to use key performance indicators with your team to create outstanding business results.

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PALS Renewal ONLY
2026-09-19 10:00 - 16:30 | SCCDS Office
**THIS COURSE IS ONLY FOR RENEWAL OF CURRENT PALS PROVIDERS**
If it’s been two years since you last certified in PALS, this one-day class is for you. Update your skills and learn the latest in life-saving treatments.
We fully review everything on what’s new and what you need to know. Your PALS recertification is valid for two years. The current format for the review lecture is in person with our teachers in the morning and the skills portion of the course will be held in-person for practice and testing in the afternoon. You will have a 30 minute period to get lunch.
Prerequisites
You must have a current AHA PALS provider card. There is no grace period awarded for expired provider cards.
On successfully completing the course you will qualify for 6 hours of Category 1 CE.

Mandatory Annual Workplace Violence Prevention Training
2026-10-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Online Via Zoom
NEW BENEFIT! FREE FOR MEMBER DENTISTS!
Each year, an average of nearly 2 million American workers report having been a victim of violence at work, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics puts the number of annual workplace homicides at about 400. California now requires employers to have an “effective” program to prevent workplace violence in place by July 1, 2024; to include “Active Shooter Training” and to renew this training annually for all staff.
Join SCCDS and speaker Dr. Kriss Ghafourpour, who will share his expertise on this topic reviewing the most common nationally recognized calls for action in such situations. Dr. Ghafourpour comes to us with over 30 years of experience in the Emergency Medical Services, currently Training Sergeant for Virginia Beach EMS, member of the FBI InfraGard civilian task force, and a certified firearms instructor for the DOJ. This course will focus on your safety and how to be prepared and gain the skills needed to prevent, recognize, and increase your ability to survive during an active shooter incident. This course will provide details on what behaviors to look for and who to contact to prevent an active shooter incident. You will learn how to make educated life-saving decisions regarding which actions to take during an active shooter incident. You will also receive documents for setting up a response plan for your employee handbook, conducting drills, and appropriate first aid equipment to add to your office.
This course will cover:
Current Statistics and CA Senate Bill 533
Common active shooter behavior
When to report suspicious behavior
Active shooter trends
Recognize a threat and transition quickly to take action
Determine how to prepare yourself to escape, hide, and fight during an active shooter incident
What to do when law enforcement arrives
This course will be held online via Zoom. The link will be sent out 24 hours before the event.
Registration Options*
CDA Member Dentist (Free!)
Dental Staff/Auxiliary ($45.00)
Non CDA Member Dentist ($150.00)

General Membership Meeting: The Influence of Prosthetic Designs on Peri-implant Tissue Health
2026-10-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Hybrid, 1485 Park Ave., San Jose, CA, 95126, United States
There has been a significant increase in the prevalence of dental implants. Despite the effectiveness of dental implants, there have been an increasing number of patients presenting with peri-implant bone loss. While the etiologies of peri-implant bone loss are multifactorial, a growing body of evidence suggests substantial connections between the state of peri-implant health and the design characteristics of the implant suprastructures in the persistent presence of oral biofilm. Implant positioning and prosthetic designs have been suggested to play a significant role in influencing the peri-implant marginal bone level. Without an optimal strategy to manage these prosthetic designs and implant suprastructures, the risk of peri-implant bone loss may escalate, potentially leading to unfavorable outcomes like peri-implantitis.
By the completion of this course each participant should be able to:
1. Understand the principles of ideal implant positioning.
2. Recognize the influence of prosthetic designs on peri-implant health.
3. Analyze the relationship between implant positioning and compensatory prosthetic designs, highlighting the biological implications of non-ideal prosthetic designs on peri-implant soft and hard tissue stability.
Biography:
Dr. Guo-Hao (Alex) Lin, DDS, MS, is a Diplomate and examiner of the American Board of Periodontology (board certified periodontist) and an ITI Fellow. Currently he is an Associate Professor and the Director of the Postgraduate Periodontics Program at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Dr. Lin is a recipient of several awards from the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP). He has published more than 90 research articles in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to several book chapters. His research focuses on evidence-based dentistry and implant-related clinical trials.

Mandatory Opioid Training for License Renewal
2026-10-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Online Via Zoom
2 Units of CE (Category 1)
THIS COURSE WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM – THE LINK WILL BE SENT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE EVENT
Pain management in dentistry is not just about filling cavities, it’s about ensuring patient comfort and safety. In this class, doctors will gain the skills to identify various pain management options and regulatory requirements for opioids. They will also learn to recognize signs of substance use disorders in patients and develop strategies to manage vulnerable situations. Join us and become a confident, compassionate provider of dental pain management!
THIS COURSE IS DENTAL BOARD APPROVED FOR LICENSE RENEWAL
Registration Options*
CDA Member Dentist (Free!)
Dental Staff/Auxiliary ($80.00)
Non CDA Member Dentist ($230.00)

Mandatory Annual CalOSHA Training
2026-10-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Online Via Zoom
THIS COURSE WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM – LINK WILL BE SENT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE EVENT
CalOSHA is complex and extensive. Compliance, especially in the healthcare industry, is important, and non-compliance can have far-reaching effects on an office. Make sure you and your staff have proof of annual training with our focused training
This Course will include:
Safety compliance with the latest Cal/OSHA updates.
Bloodborne Pathogen & Aerosol Transmissible Disease standard and hazard communication
An emergency action plan
The latest revision to the Hazard Communication Standard based on the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
Required training review and labeling standards
Registration Options*
SCCDS Member Dentist (FREE!)
Dental Staff/Auxiliary ($75.00)
Non CDA Member Dentist ($225.00)

ACLS Renewal ONLY
2026-10-24 10:00 - 16:30 | SCCDS Office
**THIS COURSE IS ONLY FOR RENEWAL OF CURRENT ACLS PROVIDERS**
If it’s been two years since you last certified in ACLS, this one-day class is for you. Update your skills and learn the latest in life-saving treatments.
We fully review everything on what’s new and what you need to know. Your ACLS recertification is valid for two years. The current format for the review lecture is in person with our teachers in the morning, and the skills portion of the course will be held in person for practice and testing in the afternoon. You will have 30 minutes to get lunch.
Prerequisites:
You must have a current AHA ACLS provider card. There is no grace period awarded for expired provider cards.
On completing the course, you will qualify for 6 hours of Category 1 CE.
We highly suggest that students take this one hour self-assessment before the class:
Take the Pre-Class Self-Assessment
