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Join fellow early-career dentists for NJDA's Fall New Dentist Happy Hour- an evening of great conversations, new connections, and a well-deserved chance to unwind. Reconnect with classmates, expand your professional network, and enjoy a fun night with colleagues who understand the journey. We can't wait to see you there!

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Join speaker Dilaine Gloege, CDA, CPC, for an informative session covering two common dental billing and coding challenges. Learn how to respond to insurer clawbacks and retroactive denials, and gain clarity on when and how to properly use CDT "By Report" codes with the documentation needed to support your claims.

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The New Jersey Dental Association is the voice of the dental profession and a strong proponent of oral health in the state. Members are part of a vibrant community of dentists encompassing 12 local dental societies as well as the American Dental Association. Members engage in educational programs, have access to dentist-centric relationships and tools to navigate the business of dentistry and their careers, as well as benefit from dedicated advocacy that protects the interests of the profession. The organization is run by member-dentists with the support of a team of professionals at NJDA Headquarters. NJDA members never practice alone!

UPCOMING EVENTS

DENTAL NEWS AND NOTES

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Call For Poster Presentations at NJ Oral Health Conference

Apr 7, 2026
The New Jersey Department of Health invites poster submissions for the 2026 Oral Health Conference. Join dental, medical, and public health professionals committed to improving oral health outcomes across New Jersey.

CONFERENCE DETAILS

• July 8, 2026 | 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Crowne Plaza | Princeton, NJ
• Conference Theme: “Oral Health: It’s Not Just About Teeth”

 

WE WELCOME SUBMISSIONS FROM

• Students (undergraduate, graduate)
• Researchers, educators, administrators
• Dental, medical, and public health professionals

 

SUGGESTED POSTER TOPICS

• Medical-Dental-Behavioral Health Integration
• Recruiting & Strengthening the Oral Health Workforce
• Expanded Functions of Dental Auxiliaries
• Vulnerable Populations & Rural Outreach
• Oral Health in School Settings
• Prevention, Screening & Early Intervention
• Interdisciplinary Approaches & Care Models
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Dentistry
• Clinical Care, Prevention, & Innovations in Dental Medicine
• Minimally Invasive Dental Care
• Other topics related to oral health or public health are welcome.

 

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• 200-250-word abstract
• Include topic, author(s), affiliation, background, intended audience, and significance
• Dimensions: 36” H x 48” W (landscape)
• Presenters must be available 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM on conference day
• No travel reimbursement provided

 

PRE-RECORDED VIDEO REQUIREMENT

• If selected, a 3–5-minute pre-recorded video is required to participate*
• Slide displayed full screen with presenter visible on screen

 

IMPORTANT DATES

• May 15, 2026 – Submission Deadline
• June 1, 2026 – Notification of Acceptance
• July 8, 2026 – Conference & Poster Presentation

 

Submit proposals to: OralHealth@doh.nj.gov

Subject Line: Poster Submission 2026 Oral Health Conference

*The video presentation will be uploaded to the conference website for virtual attendees to view.

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