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 July 2026 President Letter
Dear Fellow Dental Assistants Summer has a way of reminding us to slow down… at least until the next emergency patient walks through the door five minutes before lunch! As
2026 SkillsUSA National Winners
The SkillsUSA National winners in Dental Assisting who competed in Atlanta June 1-June 5: High School Division: Gold-Carly Hoffman, Lancaster County Career & Tech Center, Willow Street, PA Silver-Ashley Santos, Greater Lawrence
Upcoming Events
ADAA Webinar (Presented in Spanish) El porqué detrás del Control de Infección: Una Guía Práctica para Asistentes Dentales
Please Note: This webinar is features the SAME content and presented by the SAME presenter as the Webinar 071: The Why Behind Infection Control: A Practical Guide for Dental Assistants” […]
ADAA Webinar: Are We Really Working as a Team? Skills for Promoting a Positive Environment
Presented by: Dr. Carolyn Breen, CDA, RDA, RDH Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET Continuing Education: 1.5 CE Pricing: Free for members | $25 for nonmembers AGD Subject Code: […]
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