• Welcome to CDS

    Since 1864, the CDS has been improving the health of the public, promoting the art and science of dentistry, and representing the interest of the members of the profession and the public that it serves. 

  • CDS Foundation opens
    dental clinic

    Volunteers, donations needed

    By Joanna Brown

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  • Join us again in 2014 in the Windy City for our premier dental meeting featuring the leaders in continuing education and an Exhibit Hall bursting with the latest dental products and services. Learn more »

    Countdown to the Meeting:
    277days

  • Member Snap Shots

    Profiles of people in the profession

    Painters, collectors, race car drivers and activists:
    follow your colleagues’ pursuits beyond dentistry. 

    Read more » 

  • Local dental safety net shrinking 

    'Oral care not a priority'

    The Chicago area has lost more than a quarter of its low-cost dental clinics, according to a new report published by the Chicago Dental Society. Read More »

Latest Information & Updates

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MAY 15
Open Wide - Blog Post

What do you know about IME?

MAY 13
Front Desk

Mom has it right

MAY 06
Open Wide - Blog Post

Check in on the CDS Foundation Dental Clinic

MAY 03
Open Wide - Blog Post

Dentists can help identify a Jane Doe in Knox County

Upcoming Programs & Events

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May 14
West Suburban

West Suburban Branch 2013 Installation of Officers

Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant, 1740 Freedom Dr., Naperville

May 15
Online Program

2013 CDS Webinar

online

May 15
North Suburban

Shred-A-Thon

Green Acres Country Club, 916 Dundee Rd., Northbrook

May 15
North Suburban

Suburban Scramble 2013: Annual North Suburban & Northwest Suburban Branch Golf Outing

Green Acres Country Club, 916 Dundee Rd., Northbrook

Join CDS and realize its benefits. Begin the registration process online today!

CDS members are dentists—either general practitioners or those in one of the eight specialty designations—who fall into one of three membership categories:

  • 4,200 regular members who live in Cook, Lake or DuPage Counties
  • 3,200 associate members who live outside Cook, DuPage or Lake Counties
  • Students at an accredited dental school

Get Involved!

Dental Clinics
Need volunteers

Learn more about dental nonprofits that need your help!

Visit the Get Involved section of our website for more information.


Looking for a dental clinic near you?

Use the CDS Foundation Dental Clinics Locator resource to find a clinic in Cook, DuPage or Lake county.