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Join 3,500 Virginia
Dentists in Supporting
the Profession

Empowering Virginia's dental professionals through tireless advocacy, premier education, and a vibrant community. Step into a network dedicated to your growth and the future of oral healthcare in the Commonwealth.

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VDA Membership Interest Form

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 After the form submission, a VDA team member will contact you by the next business day.

LEARN ABOUT MEMBER BENEFITS

Countless Benefits That You Can Count On!

Tripartite Membership

National, state, and local membership work together for you!

Affilate Membership

Not just for you, but for your team too! Enroll your front office team member as an Affiliate Member (included in your membership).

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Trusted and Impactful Voice in the Media

The VDA team successfully pitched and placed dozens of local and national media stories throughout 2025 that raised the profile of key oral health issues across the Commonwealth, with earned media campaigns earning more than 24 million impressions.

Legislative Success You Can't Ignore

Over 150 years of experience and a trusted team of lobbyists and experts give Virginia dentists the advantage. 

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Insurance Resources and
Grievance Tracking

Our members have access to the ADA's Third Party Payer Concierge, the VDA Dental Medicaid Benefits Liaison, and many other resources. We collect insurance grievances and use that information to make meaningful changes in carrier practices and legislation. 

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Peer Review
(Patient Mediation)

The VDA offers Peer Review as a confidential, dentist-led dispute resolution process available to member dentists. Helping to mediate resolutions and avoid escalation of patient disputes. 

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VDA Website

The VDA website serves as the central repository for member resources, news, legislative updates, events, and continuing education opportunities.

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Virginia Dental Journal

The Virginia Dental Journal is a quarterly member-only publication of the Virginia Dental Association. An award-winning resource. 

The Fulcrum Podcast

The Fulcrum Podcast serves as a dynamic platform where various important topics, especially those affecting dental providers and patients, are explored through thoughtful discussion and personal perspectives.

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Let's Schedule a Chat!

Meet Leslie Hicks, our Member Relations Manager. She's here to answer any of your VDA membership questions. 

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The Drill - Virginia Dentistry
News in a Bit

VDA CEO, Ryan Dunn, boils down the Virginia dentistry news to give VDA members a concise update that they can access within their The Fulcrum Podcast subscription.

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Social Media
Channels

The VDA maintains an active presence on major social media platforms to amplify advocacy messages, promote events, share news, and highlight member achievements.

VDA Text Alerts

For urgent legislative action, regulatory deadlines, and essential event reminders, the VDA utilizes SMS alerts. Members must opt in to this communication channel and can opt out at any time.

VDA Member Perks

VDA members receive special pricing and benefits on products and services from our endorsed vendors. Save money while enjoying the peace of mind that comes with using peer-reviewed and recommended companies.

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VDA Career Center

The VDA Career Center is the Virginia Dental

Association’s online employment and career services platform designed to connect dental professionals, practice owners, and allied dental staff with employment and practice transition opportunities in Virginia and beyond. The Career Center functions as both a job board and a career support portal for members.

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Virginia Dental Showcase

VDA’s premier annual meeting offers multiple CE

courses, a robust exhibit hall, networking events, and programs for the entire dental team.

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Dental Days at the Capitol

A VDA-led legislative advocacy event that connects members with Virginia lawmakers to discuss key issues affecting dentistry. VDA provides issue education, preparation, and scheduling—making advocacy accessible and impactful for every member.

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VDA/VCU Annual Career Fair

The VDA/VCU Career Fair is an annual event, hosted by the Virginia Dental Association (VDA) and Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), that connects dental students with potential employers in Virginia. The Career Fair is typically held in October each year.

Virginia Dental Academy

Live and on-demand webinars provide convenient access to timely and relevant education.

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SafeHaven

You and your dental team take care of patients every day. But who takes care of you? SafeHaven provides dentists and dental hygienists a discreet, confidential set of resources so they can stay well, avoid burnout,

and connect to their purpose.

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Caring Dentists Council

The VDA’s Caring Dentist Council is dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of dentists by providing education, resources, and guidance related to chemical dependency and overall mental health. The program supports component committees and VDA members in recognizing signs of chemical dependency, responding to various types of distress, and identifying appropriate prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation options.

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VDA Foundation

We are passionate about dental care and oral health because they profoundly affect the well-being and quality of life of individuals and communities. However, for many people, financial realities leave them with no hope of securing care.  Our vision is that every Virginia resident will have access to oral health care.

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ADA CERP Recognition

VDA is an ADA CERP–recognized provider,

ensuring continuing education programs meet

national standards and are accepted for licensure

requirements.

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Become Part of the Virginia Dental Community!

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