South Suburban Branch

Established in 1927, its first president was W.F. Schmeckebier.

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South Suburban Branch

Building Connections, Advancing Dentistry

The South Suburban Branch of the Chicago Dental Society is committed to providing quality continuing education and fostering the growth of the dental profession through camaraderie and active membership.

Located in Chicago’s southern suburbs, the branch serves a vibrant and diverse community. With a focus on professional growth and collaboration, it offers members unique opportunities to stay connected and advance their careers.

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Get Involved with the South Suburban Branch

Building Connections, Advancing Dentistry

The South Suburban Branch of the Chicago Dental Society is committed to providing quality continuing education and fostering the growth of the dental profession through camaraderie and active membership.

Located in Chicago’s southern suburbs, the branch serves a vibrant and diverse community. With a focus on professional growth and collaboration, it offers members unique opportunities to stay connected and advance their careers.

Ways to stay connected:


Get Text Alerts

Join Email List

Officers & Committees

From tools and events to career opportunities, the Chicago Dental Society provides members with valuable resources to support their professional growth and practice success.

Board of Directors

Branch Director to the Board
Dr. W. Brent Stanford, Director South Suburban 2026

2026-2027 Branch Officers
Dr. Hisham J. Gharib, President
Dr. Alex Dolinar, President-Elect
Dr. Jeffrey Drake, Secretary-Treasurer

Branch Correspondent
Dr. D. Spencer Pope 

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Upcoming South Suburban Events

Engage, Learn, and Network

Stay updated on the latest industry trends, strengthen your skills, and expand your professional network by participating in our upcoming events. Don’t miss the chance to engage with peers and make an impact in the dental community.

2026-2027  Ticket Pricing:

Please complete your ticket payment after your meeting registration is confirmed. Season pass holders are required to register for each meeting they plan to attend. 

Season Pass $325

Single Meeting $85

Wild About Our Members: CDS Family Day at the Zoo!

Wild About Our Members: CDS Family Day at the Zoo!

August 2, 202612:00 pm-3:00 pm Brookfield Zoo 8400 31st St Brookfield, IL 60513 United States CDS Event, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Early Career Events, Kenwood/Hyde Park Branch, Membership Committee, North Side Branch, North Suburban Branch, Northwest Side Branch, Northwest Suburban Branch, South Suburban Branch, SouthWest Branch, Special Events, Student Events, West Side Branch, West Suburban BranchView Events Website

Join the Chicago Dental Society for a wild day of family fun at the zoo! Your ticket gets you free…

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Early Career Dentists Night Out

Early Career Dentists Night Out

August 20, 20266:30 pm-9:30 pm Loews Chicago Hotel 455 N Park Dr Chicago, IL 60611 United States CDS Event, Early Career Events, Kenwood/Hyde Park Branch, New Dentist Committee, North Side Branch, North Suburban Branch, Northwest Side Branch, Northwest Suburban Branch, South Suburban Branch, SouthWest Branch, West Side Branch, West Suburban BranchView Events Website

Join your colleagues at Chicago Dental Society’s Annual Early Career Dentists Night Out! Held at the Loews Event Terrace at…

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November 2026 Regional Meeting

November 2026 Regional Meeting

November 6, 20269:00 am-12:00 pm Renaissance Chicago O’Hare Suites 8500 W Bryn Mawr Ave Chicago, 60631 CDS Event, Kenwood/Hyde Park Branch, North Side Branch, North Suburban Branch, Northwest Side Branch, Northwest Suburban Branch, Regional Meeting, South Suburban Branch, SouthWest Branch, West Side Branch, West Suburban Branch

Credit Hours: 3 Hours Course Title: Head and Neck Cancer: From Diagnosis to Survival Speakers: Dr. Nicholas Callahan Location: Renaissance Chicago O’Hare…

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