Humboldt-Del Norte Dental Society (HDNDS)
Humboldt-Del Norte Dental Society (HDNDS)
Serving Humboldt & Del Norte Counties with Education, Ethics, and Community Care
Mission and Purpose
Founded in 1960, the Humboldt-Del Norte Dental Society (HDNDS) is dedicated to enhancing oral health education and dental welfare in the community. The society promotes professionalism and quality in dentistry, aiming to be the recognized source for supporting and promoting its members through advocacy, education, and networking.
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Membership and Professional Standards
- Membership: Licensed dentists in Humboldt and Del Norte counties.
- Ethics: Adherence to the CDA Code of Ethics and the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct.
- Networking: Fostering professional growth and collaboration among local dentists.
Key Activities and Programs
Continuing Education (CE)
HDNDS offers a robust calendar of CE courses, including:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) classes (e.g., February 6, 2025, at the Eureka Women’s Club)
- Courses on infection control, OSHA, and the California Dental Practice Act (e.g., February 2, 2024, at the Wharfinger Building)
- Advanced clinical topics like composite restorations, digital dentistry, veneers, crowns, implant restorations, and occlusion (e.g., March 21–22, 2024, with Joyce Bassett)
- Specialized lectures such as “Demystifying the TMJ” (September 21, 2023, at the Sea Grill)
Community Outreach
HDNDS actively promotes oral health awareness and education within the local community through various outreach programs and events.
Events and Calendar
HDNDS provides a full-year calendar of events and educational opportunities for members and the dental community.
- Event Locations: Various venues in Humboldt County, including the Eureka Women’s Club, Baywood Golf and Country Club, Wharfinger Building, and local restaurants.
Contact and Administration
- Executive Director: Dani Hinrichs
- Mailing Address: P.O. Box 6368, Eureka, CA 95502-6361
- Physical Address (for events/packages): 2353 Kellog Place, Eureka, CA 95503
- Phone: 707-443-7476 (main), 707-572-4786 (alternate for specific events)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: hdnds707.com
Summary Table
| Founded | 1960 |
| Region | Humboldt and Del Norte counties, CA |
| Membership | Licensed dentists in the region |
| Ethics | CDA and ADA Codes of Ethics |
| Key Programs | CE, BLS, infection control, digital dentistry, community outreach |
| Main Contact | Dani Hinrichs |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 6368, Eureka, CA 95502-6361 |
| Physical Address | 2353 Kellog Place, Eureka, CA 95503 (for mailings/events) |
| Phone | 707-443-7476 (main), 707-572-4786 (alternate) |
| [email protected] | |
| Website | hdnds707.com |
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