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The Santa Clara County Dental Society (SCCDS) is a nonprofit professional organization serving dentists in Santa Clara County, California. As a component of the California Dental Association (CDA) and American Dental Association (ADA), SCCDS supports its members through education, resources, and advocacy.
Mission: To assist member dentists with their practice needs and to improve the oral health of the community.
Vision: To be the leader in providing innovative, valuable services to dentist members and in working to improve the oral health of the community.
Founded in 1889 by eight dentists, SCCDS now includes over 1,800 dentist members in 2025. It is headquartered at 1485 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126.
Exclusive member discounts on products and services.
SCCDS connects patients to trusted providers through a “Find a Dentist” tool and phone-based referral service.
SCCDS leads a coalition of 15–20 organizations focused on local oral health advancement. While SCCDS doesn’t directly provide dental care, it maintains a referral list of low-cost dental clinics and hygiene schools.
SCCDS is governed by a Board of Directors elected from among its members, ensuring representation and continuity of leadership.
Address: 1485 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
Phone: (408) 289-1480
Email: info@sccds.org
Website: www.sccds.org
Office Hours: In-person: Thursdays, 10 AM – 2 PM. Remote: Mon–Thu 9 AM – 5 PM, Fri 9 AM – 3 PM.
| Founded | 1889 |
| Members | 1,800+ dentists |
| Mission | Support member dentists and improve oral health |
| Services | CE, networking, jobs, mentorship, publications, discounts |
| Community Outreach | Screenings, fairs, international missions, collaborations |
| Contact | 1485 Park Ave, San Jose, CA 95126; (408) 289-1480; info@sccds.org |
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