SMCDS Event: When the Front Office Walks Out: One Doctor’s Case for Remote Staffing - 6/11/26
2026-06-11 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online Via Zoom
12:30 – 1:30 pm
Free Webinar – Attendees will receive the meeting link the by email the day before
This 60-minute session presents a working case study of Dr. Josh Solomon’s practice in Livermore, CA, which transitioned core front office operations to a remote staffing model following significant team turnover.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
1 CE 20%
Attendees will leave with:
1. A peer-told, real-world case study of remote staffing inside a private practice
2. A clear breakdown of what a remote team can own day-to-day — and the true cost compared to in-house
3. Honest answers to the most common concerns: patient experience, viability, and team buy-in
4. A practical approach to lowering overhead by paying only for the staff capacity you actually need
5. What integration actually looks like — use cases, best practices, and common pitfalls to avoid
SPEAKER BIOS:
Joshua Solomon, DDS, MS is a second-generation pediatric dentist and has been in practice in Livermore, California for 20 years. He is a graduate of the University of the Pacific with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and a D.D.S. Following dental school, Dr. Solomon completed an additional 2-year specialty residency at the University of Texas Dental Branch – Houston and a Master’s program in conjunction with the Department of Oral-Biomaterials.
When not treating patients in his office, Dr. Josh is an internationally recognized speaker and clinical instructor. Dr. Solomon is full faculty at the Bioclear Learning Center in Washington, owner/director of the Bioclear Pediatric Learning Center and the Dental Specialty Training Center. The center was designed to provide small-group, hands-on courses in advanced restorative techniques for pediatric and general dentists. He serves as a product evaluator and key opinion leader for many national and international dental companies.
Christine Sison, BA, MS is the CEO of Swiss Monkey, a staffing and virtual front office services company. She has built and has managed a dental practice for over 10 years and has her Bachelor of Neurobiology from UC Berkeley and a Master of Health Policy and Management from the Harvard School of Public Health. Prior to her work in dentistry, she conducted brain tumor research at UCSF, assisted in the integration of IT into clinics and hospitals, and later led the development of community-wide healthcare systems, including telemedicine efforts.

From Practice Growth to Wealth Freedom Presented by Pantheon and Fernandez - 6/11/26
2026-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 | California Dental Arts, 20421 Pacifica Dr., Cupertino, CA, 95014, United States
Thursday June 11th, 2026
6:00 – 8:00pm
California Dental Arts – 20421 Pacifica Dr. Cupertino, CA 95014
2 CE Units
Dinner Included
VERY LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE
This in-person dinner lecture provides an educational discussion on the relationship between dental practice performance, career decision-making, and long-term financial preparedness. Co- presented by a practicing dentist and a financial professional, the program offers a multidisciplinary perspective on how clinical operations, practice optimization, and informed financial planning intersect over the course of a dental career.
Designed for both dental practice owners and associates, the lecture explores strategies that support sustainable practice growth, operational efficiency, and professional balance. Content is presented at a conceptual and educational level, emphasizing evaluation of current approaches, awareness of available strategies, and alignment between professional goals and long-term planning.
Topics Include:

Career pathways in dentistry: associate and owner perspectives
Practice growth and performance considerations at different career stages
Operational efficiency and integration optimization within dental practices
Understanding how practice systems impact profitability
Foundational concepts of financial preparedness for dentists
Evaluating whether current financial strategies align with professional goals
Common planning considerations for dentists across career phases
Balancing professional responsibilities, personal priorities, and long-term goals
Case-based discussion from both clinical and financial perspectives

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8 Hour Infection Control and Dental Practice Act Law for DAs
2026-06-13 08:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-11 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-08 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-12 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

SCCDS Summer Picnic - Vasona Park - 6/14/26
2026-06-14 12:00 - 15:00 | Vasona Park – Gateway Pavilion, 333 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA, 95032, United States
June 14, 2026
12 pm – 3 pm
Vasona Park – 333 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
Gateway Pavilion Picnic Site
FREE for SCCDS Members
Bring Your Favorite Dish or Treat to the Potluck Lunch
Take a walk on the wild side at the SCCDS Annual Picnic! Enjoy family friendly games and activities, a festive potluck lunch, and a raffle packed with prizes that bring a sense of adventure to every summer day!
We look forward to celebrating with friends and family alike! Due to capacity limitations, we are able to accommodate up to 4 guests per accompanying member. We appreciate your understanding.

CPR Certification Courses
2026-06-15 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-22 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-10 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-13 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-18 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-27 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-01 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-07 09:00 - 13:00 and 5 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 ($170.00)

PALS Renewal ONLY
2026-06-20 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.

TDIC Webinar: The Refund Obstacle Course: Mastering Communication and Risks - 6/23/26
2026-06-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Online Webinar
Uncomfortable handing patient refunds? You’re not alone! Learn practical strategies and proven communication techniques to respond to patient requests while maintaining continuity of care and objective documentation that protects your dental office. By skilling up on best practices, you can preserve goodwill during negotiations, foster transparent communication and effectively address patient concerns.
Learning Objectives:

Develop strategies to manage patient refund requests while maintaining trust and continuity of care.
Implement best practices for refund negotiations while promoting clear communication and goodwill.
Understand proper documentation of refund discussions to minimize risks and support optimal outcomes.

Reduce PPO Dependency Presented by Fortune - 6/23/26
2026-06-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Via Zoom
Reduce PPO Dependency
Protect Your Practice Value and Revenue & Diversify Your Practice
Tuesday, June 23rd
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Online via Zoom
1 CE Unit
You’ve probably wrestled with the question, “Does accepting insurance help your dental practice?” There’s no simple answer, but your choice will have a major impact on your practice for years to come.
This event is designed for the dentist who wants to stay massively profitable in the midst of shrinking dental insurance reimbursement. You will learn:

The formula for strategically dropping PPOs
6-step system to ensure patient retention
Organizing your billing system to increase collections
Key performance indicators to track a proactive transition
Scripting communication to keep your patient base
Providing a remarkable patient experience

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Watch Party - The Shaping Revolution: Efficient Techniques for Enhanced Endodontic Outcomes - 6/25/26
2026-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 | SCCDS Office
Thursday, June 25
6:00pm – 8:00pm
1 CEU
FREE for SCCDS Members
In Person at SCCDS
Dinner Provided
This course explores a modern approach to root canal shaping that prioritizes efficiency, effectiveness, and clinical excellence. You’ll learn how advanced shaping techniques can often eliminate the need for a glide path, saving time without compromising results. Through real case examples, the course demonstrates how streamlined shaping creates more time for activated irrigation and enhanced disinfection using tools like the EndoActivator.
Course Objectives:

Understand the advantages of contemporary shaping techniques for endodontic procedures.
Apply a simplified, efficient shaping method to improve clinical workflow.
Utilize activated irrigation with the EndoActivator to achieve superior disinfection and treatment outcomes.

Featured Speaker:

Dr. Pullen graduated from USC dental school in 1999. He then completed a 1-year AEGD in the Army Dental Corps in 2000. Dr. Pullen served 3 years in Landstuhl, Germany in the Army Dental Corps and then practiced as a general dentist for two years in Yorba Linda, CA. Dr. Pullen attended the Long Beach VA endodontic program and graduated in 2006. He opened a private practice limited to Endodontics in Brea, CA in 2007 and became board certified in endodontics in 2013. Notice to audience: This speaker is being compensated by Dentsply Sirona for this event but does not have monetary or other interest(s) with Dentsply Sirona and/or with any company whose products are discussed or presented in this presentation.

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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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Summer Shred Event - 7/25/26
2026-07-25 08:00 - 12:00 | SCCDS Office
Clear out the clutter! Get up to 25 standard banker boxes of your old patient records shredded and disposed of securely!
PLEASE REMOVE ALL X-RAYS FROM CHARTS PRIOR TO DROPOFF. They will take it all but they must be separate. Your x-rays may be denied if they are not separated.
E-waste drop-off is available! Please note that e-waste collection CANNOT accept household/kitchen appliances, microwave ovens, ink toner cartridges, alkaline batteries, medical devices, or light bulbs.
Cardboard recycling is NOT available on-site, so please plan to bring your empty boxes with you after drop-off.
Registration Options*
SCCDS Member Dentist (Free!)

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.

Bay Area Dental Expo 2026
2026-08-21 08:00 - 2026-08-22 17:30 | Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA, 95054, United States
DISCOVER THE FUTURE OF DENTISTRY
The Bay Area Dental Expo is a pioneering event focusing on dental innovation and the future of the dental profession. Attendees will connect with colleagues, learn from more than 15 cutting-edge speakers across two stages, meet with exhibitors, and much more. The content is carefully curated to showcase emerging technologies such as digital imagery, 3D printing, machine learning, AI-assisted diagnostics and design, teledentistry solutions, and next-generation therapeutics.

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Infection Control & Dental Practice Act Law for License Renewal
2026-08-28 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)

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.
