Louisiana Dental Association

Louisiana Dental Association The Louisiana Dental Association (LDA) works to promote, advocate for, and protect the dental field.

The BEST just got better!Did you know that LDA-endorsed Best Card integrates directly with Open Dental Software?Simplify...
09/02/2026

The BEST just got better!

Did you know that LDA-endorsed Best Card integrates directly with Open Dental Software?

Simplify your practice management by running card payments directly through Open Dental while taking advantage of member exclusive credit card processing rates.

Why practices love this integration:
⚬ Managed Group Invoicing – Complete aging A/R in seconds
⚬ Integrated Payments – All payments sync in real-time
⚬ Maximized Efficiency – Minimize data entry

📩 Ready to see how much your practice could save? Contact (877) 739-3952 today for a free rate analysis!

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Is your component in it to win it? 🤔💪Each month we'll be following which LDA component buys the most LDA Raffle tickets....
09/01/2026

Is your component in it to win it? 🤔💪

Each month we'll be following which LDA component buys the most LDA Raffle tickets. And good news for you, everyone can now buy tickets completely online! 🎟️💻

Four LDA components are already off to a good start, but the raffle drawing is fast approaching!

Visit ladental.org/raffle to give your component a boost AND be entered into the drawing for one of three different cash prizes! 💸

Remember, win or lose, all proceeds benefit the LDA's grassroots advocacy efforts (You've helped us raise $750 so far!). That's a win we all can enjoy! 🤝

08/20/2026

Dentists: If you receive reimbursements from insurance companies, you need to hear this!

The Louisiana Dental Association works with dentists, legislators, and dentistry advocates to make positive change in dental legislation at the LA State Capitol each year. We also monitor bills that affect dentists and their patients.

Here's a brief update from LDA Council on Governmental Affairs Chair, Dr. Gizelle Richard (NODA), about SB192, a bill that affects how dentists receive reimbursement payments from insurance companies.

Visit ladental.org/advocacy for a full breakdown of the LDA's legislative success this year.

Registration prices increase on 8/27 at noon!Kick-Off C.E. is a LIVE VIA ZOOM course that offers you three clinical C.E....
08/14/2026

Registration prices increase on 8/27 at noon!

Kick-Off C.E. is a LIVE VIA ZOOM course that offers you three clinical C.E. hours that count as in-person C.E. hours. Plus, we have an absolutely incredible speaker lined up! 🤩

To register and learn more, visit: ladental.org/kickoff

08/13/2026

1. Taking on some pediatric patients improves access to care across the state, especially in areas without pediatric dentists.
2. Providing care to patients' entire families, including kids, increases patient retention!
3. General dentists can absolutely learn the skills needed to treat pediatric patients effectively.

General dentists have the unique opportunity to provide care for pediatric patients who may not have access to a pediatric dentist.

In our upcoming Last Chance Seminar (Friday, Dec. 11, 2026, Baton Rouge), Dr. Carla Cohn will dive into the most modern methods and techniques for intra-coronal restorations, primary dentition full coverage, pulpotomies, and more.

Dr. Cohn will also provide practical advice on how to interact well with our youngest dental patients!

If you're interested, visit ladental.org/lastchance

🚨 Only 9 spots left for our September 24-26 EDDA course in Lafayette! 🚨We also just scheduled a LOT of future EDDA dates...
08/12/2026

🚨 Only 9 spots left for our September 24-26 EDDA course in Lafayette! 🚨

We also just scheduled a LOT of future EDDA dates, including new dates in Lafayette, New Orleans, Gonzales, AND Shreveport!

The Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA) certification is the next step for dental assistants who want to expand their capabilities to perform expanded duty dental assisting functions as specified by Louisiana law. Our course is one part of what you'll need to apply for the certification. The other two parts are:

✅ An accepted BLS course
✅ An approved radiographics course (We offer one! Just visit ladental.org/radiographics)

Course Pricing (SBET grants are available!)
LDA Member's Assistant: $699
Non-Member's Assistant: $899

ladental.org/edda

Good news! Sunny days, vineyard tours, and sightseeing excursions await you at LDA's Sip & C.E. in Sonoma, CA! What's mo...
08/11/2026

Good news! Sunny days, vineyard tours, and sightseeing excursions await you at LDA's Sip & C.E. in Sonoma, CA! What's more, we've extended our hotel booking deadline to August 21.

Visit ladental.org/sonoma to book a room, register, and learn more about the amenities and C.E. offerings.

Details:
🗓️ September 16-18, 2026
🛎️ Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
📚 Up to 9 clinical hours of C.E.
🎤 Speakers: Dr. Justin Jellin, ART; Dr. Noëlle M. Santucci, MA, RDH; Dr. David Balhoff
💸 LDA members get special registration pricing
💻 ladental.org/sonoma

Where else in the world can you network with dental colleagues at a Jazz bar or unwind after an educational day of C.E. ...
08/10/2026

Where else in the world can you network with dental colleagues at a Jazz bar or unwind after an educational day of C.E. courses on a steamboat dinner cruise?

The New Orleans Dental Conference/LDA Annual Session isn't just a way for dentists and hygienists to get C.E., it's an unforgettable experience in the place we call home!

Save the date and join us on April 8-10, 2027, at the New Orleans Hilton Riverside for another year of exciting courses, phenomenal speakers, Mardi Gras festivity, and (of course!) a fantastic exhibit hall.

Last month, LDA Executive Director, Annette Droddy; and LDA President-Elect (Bayou), Dr. Mike Luminais, attended the ADA...
08/07/2026

Last month, LDA Executive Director, Annette Droddy; and LDA President-Elect (Bayou), Dr. Mike Luminais, attended the ADA's Executive Director Summit and President-Elect Conference.

These conferences allow the LDA to connect with state associations and the ADA on member benefits, legislative advocacy, and access to care issues.

Slide 1: Annette and Dr. Luminais ran into Dr. Kristi Soileau (NODA), who was also attending the meeting as the American Academy of Periodontology President-Elect!

Slide 4: ADA President-Elect Thomas M. Paumier and LDA President-Elect Dr. Mike Luminais.

This course is perfect for dentists who have a pediatric sedation permit. An approved course (like ours!) is part of the...
08/04/2026

This course is perfect for dentists who have a pediatric sedation permit. An approved course (like ours!) is part of the renewal application for the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry. As far as we know, there is no other course like this one in Louisiana. Plus, you can take the course from your home or office, and it STILL counts toward your in-person C.E. hours!

The Louisiana State Board of Dentistry requires that dentists with adult sedation permits take six hours to renew every two years. Additionally, the LSBD requires that dentists with sedation permits for pediatric patients will have to do six hours of pediatric sedation renewal AND 6 hours of the adult sedation renewal every two years. If the permit holder has a pediatric certification and sedates ONLY persons below the age of 13, and signs a certification to that effect, then only the 6 hour in-person pediatric sedation course is necessary.

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5637 Bankers Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA
70808

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(225) 926-1986

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