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 August 2026 President Letter
Still Standing. Still Growing. Still ADAA. Hello, ADAA Family! Can you believe it’s August already? Summer seems to have two speeds: “Finally, it’s here!” and “Wait…where did it go?” ☀️
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
Upcoming Events
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: […]
ADAA Webinar: Best Practices for Intraoral Scanning in Modern Dental Assistants
Presented by: Chelsea Homire, DA. Digital Dental Assistant Academy Co-Founder Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET Continuing Education: 1 CE Pricing: Free for members | $25 for nonmembers Location: Virtual – […]
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