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Membership 
To join organized dentistry
simply logon to
www.padental.org/joinnow and
complete the online membership application. Upon receipt of the
application, the Pennsylvania Dental Association will forward a packet
of membership benefits and a dues invoice.
When you join organized
dentistry, you are joining at the local, district, state and national
levels. This arrangement allows you to receive membership services and
benefits at all levels. This tripartite membership system was developed
as a means of conveniently and economically streamlining professional
membership. Even though belonging at one level requires membership at
the other three, it is important to remember that each level of the
organization has the freedom to determine its own dues.
Benefits of Membership
Did you know that the
overwhelming majority of members, 87 percent, perceive the PDA as the
leading advocate for dentistry on legislative and regulatory issues in
Pennsylvania? Furthermore, 78 percent of members agree that PDA is a
valuable information resource.
Discounted Fees
First year, new members receive:
• FREE admission to PDA meeting in October 2011
• Discounted fees for 1st year
continuing ed seminars
Membership Directory
PDA members are automatically
included in PDA’s online member directory. The directory, a prominent
feature of the website, is an excellent opportunity
for you to market your practice to the public.
Publications
You’ll receive important
publications like the ADA News, Journal of the American Dental
Association, Pennsylvania Dental Journal and Transitions.
These publications provide timely information on clinical research,
professional issues, classified advertisements and continuing education
opportunities.
Insurance
Finding the professional or
personal insurance plan that meets your needs, including malpractice and
disability insurance, is just a click away at
www.pdais.com. Complete one of the fast, secure online quote forms
and a PDAIS representative will provide you with a free, no-obligation
quote within three business days, or call (877) 732-4748. All forms are
directed through a secure server so your personal information remains
private.
Mentoring Program
Find or be a mentor through the
PDA! The program caters to both dental students and new dentists in
Pennsylvania.
The PDA Members’ Library
There are more than 400
informational brochures, manuals, posters, videotapes and slide
presentations available to members for a minimal shipping and handling
fee. To help build a patient base or to learn about practice
management, many dentists have borrowed videos and acquired brochures
from the library Titles that may be of interest include: “Starting Your
Dental Practice” and “The Successful Dental Practice: An Introduction.”
Contact Linda Platzer,
llp@padental.org, to request a copy of the Members’ Library
Catalog.
Lobbying Efforts
PDA consistently lobbies on
dentists’ behalf.
The PDA Placement Service
This is a members-only, job
search assistance program. It connects dentists who have available job
opportunities or practices for sale with dentists seeking employment or
wishing to
purchase a practice.
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