What is the Berkeley Dental Society (BDS)?

BDS is a component of the CDA and ADA, supporting dentists in Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito, and Kensington through CE, ethics, and outreach.

Who can join the Berkeley Dental Society?

Licensed dentists practicing in Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito, or Kensington are eligible for membership as part of the tripartite system.

What benefits does BDS provide to its members?

Members receive CE access, peer review services, advocacy support, insurance, publications, well-being resources, and networking opportunities.

How does BDS support the community?

BDS promotes oral health through outreach and partners with programs like Cal Pre-Dental Society's DEOP. It also offers a 24/7 dental emergency line.

How can I contact the Berkeley Dental Society?

Visit www.berkeleyds.org or call 916-333-3280. Their emergency dental line is available 24/7 at 866-246-5358.

Berkeley Dental Society (BDS)

Supporting Dentists in Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito & Kensington

Mission and Scope

Mission: To represent and support dental practitioners in the cities of Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito, and Kensington, with the goal of improving public health and advancing the art and science of dentistry. BDS operates as a component of the California Dental Association (CDA) and the American Dental Association (ADA).

Membership and Structure

Tripartite Membership: BDS is part of the tripartite membership model, offering unified access to resources and representation from local to national levels.

Eligibility: Dentists practicing in Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito, and Kensington.

Key Member Benefits:

Access to CE programs and annual scientific sessions from CDA and ADA
Peer review services for dispute resolution
Professional publications: CDA Journal, CDA Update, ADA JADA, ADA News
Legislative advocacy at all levels
Professional liability insurance through TDIC
Guidelines and tools for practice growth
Confidential well-being assistance for members, staff, and families

Continuing Education and Professional Development

BDS offers dynamic CE opportunities through live and online formats.

Webinars and lectures on digital dentistry, diagnostics, and materials
Podcast series on clinical techniques and patient communication
Topics include CAD/CAM, 3D printing, special needs care, and bonding protocols

Members can access both self-paced and live courses via the BDS online CE platform.

Community Involvement and Outreach

BDS supports oral health awareness and education in the local community.

Emergency Line: 24/7 dental emergency line at 866.246.5358
School Outreach: Via the Cal Pre-Dental Society DEOP program—providing dental education, care kits, and preventive messaging to local students

Ethics and Professional Standards

Members of BDS follow the ethical codes of both the ADA and CDA, maintaining high standards in professional behavior and patient care.

Contact Information

Executive Director: Chanel Barkley
Address: 1540 River Park Drive, Ste. 211, Sacramento, CA 95815-4608
Phone: (916) 333-3280
Emergency Dental Line: 866.246.5358
Website: www.berkeleyds.org
General Inquiries: Contact form available on the website

Quick Summary

Berkeley Dental Society (BDS) Overview
Area Served	Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito, Kensington
Membership	Local dentists with CDA & ADA tripartite access
Key Benefits	CE, peer review, advocacy, insurance, publications
CE Access	Live webinars, online courses, podcast series
Outreach	Emergency line, student outreach via Cal Pre-Dental DEOP
Ethics	ADA & CDA codes of conduct enforced
Contact	1540 River Park Dr, Ste 211, Sacramento, CA 95815; 916.333.3280
Website	www.berkeleyds.org