Who We Are?
The ADAA is a professional organization for dental assistants, celebrating its 100th year in 2024. The ADAA stands as the oldest and largest professional association devoted to the dental assisting profession, embodying a rich legacy of commitment to membership and education. Guided by the innovative leadership of the Board of Directors, ADAA is embarking on a transformative journey of revitalization.
With a new mission, vision and strategic plan, ADAA is dedicated to enhancing continuing education initiatives and nurturing a dynamic environment of collaboration and communication. The Board’s vision illuminates a pathway to transform the ADAA into a flourishing, united community, reigniting the spirit of innovation and paving the way for a brilliant future in the dental assisting profession.
~President Erin Hendricks, RDA
Latest News
ADAA January 2026 President Letter
Dear Fellow Dental Assistants, As we step into a new year, many of us are wondering how the holidays flew by so quickly. Before we fully charge ahead, I want
ADAA November 2025 President Letter
Greetings, colleagues, friends, and members of the dental community. On this day, I come before you as the 101st president of the American Dental Assistants Association. Now, some might say
Upcoming Events
Yankee Dental Congress, Boston, Massachusetts
Yankee Dental Congress is the nation’s top dental conferences for professionals seeking the highest quality dental continuing education, as well as dental products, services, and resources. ADAA Booth #1433 DANB […]
Florida Dental Assistants Association Meeting
Amplify Your Impact! A day for dental assistants and students to engage, ignite and be inspired! Featured Educational Sessions: Showing off your superpowers! Tips and Tools for Making Dental Equipment […]
Daytona Beach, Florida
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