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| Formation | 1870 |
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| Type | Professional association |
| Headquarters | Sacramento, California |
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Membership | 27,000 |
Official language | English |
President | John Blake, DDS |
| Website | cda.org |
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The California Dental Association (CDA) is a nonprofit, professional organization representing organized dentistry in California. Founded in 1870, CDA’s membership currently consists of 27,000 dentists in 32 local dental societies throughout the state of California, making it the largest constituent of the American Dental Association.
CDA and its members champion proper oral health care for Californians. CDA supports dentists through resources, including education, practice support, advocacy and protection.[1] Additionally, CDA publishes the Journal of the California Dental Association,[2] an award-winning peer-reviewed scientific publication.