Register by August 27 for the 2026 Mid-Continent Dental Congress!: Registration and ticket fees increase soon - save money and sign up today. Register

Member Perks Alert! Mid-Continent Dental Congress Special Rates!

As a GSLDS Member or Affiliate Member, you receive FREE registration to the Mid-Continent Dental Congress. And this year, member dentists' staff receive REDUCED registration fees! Register the whole team today!
Visit the MCDC Website for More Info

Special Guest Dr. Brady is Bringing the Laughs to the 2026 MCDC Social Event

Viral dentist-turned-comedian Dr. Brady will be gracing the stages of the Mid-Continent Dental Congress this year at the Laugh Lab Social Event! Dr. Brady brings his own brand of humor to the table with his outrageous tales from the dental trenches. Prepare to laugh until your face hurts.
Register to Attend!

Developing a Coach Mindset

Register today for a special CE event on August 13, 2026 from 6pm to 8:30pm at the CityPlace 3 Training Room. Sandwiches and refreshments will be served prior to the lecture. Lecture provides 2 hours of CE.
Learn More

Nominate Your Colleague For Our Annual GSLDS Awards

Here's your chance to recognize one of your colleagues for their commitment to dentistry. The awards that are handed out annually include the Gold Medal Award, the Award of Merit, and the Humanitarian Award. Learn more about each of these awards and complete your nomination form by clicking the button below. Please submit your nominations by August 19, 2026 and email the form to Meg at meg@stlouisdental.org.
More Details & Nomination Form

New CE Broker for Missouri Dentists

GSLDS member and Past President, Dr. Danielle Riordan, recorded a brief How To video to help members navigate the new system.
Learn More

Make a Difference Today

Help the New Dentists reach their goal of $1,500 for 2026.
Learn more

Welcome New Members

We are happy to have you as a part of organized dentistry.
New Members

GSLDS Educational Foundation

Donate to the charitable not-for-profit partner of the Greater St. Louis Dental Society.
Learn More

Welcome to the Greater St. Louis Dental Society

Founded in 1856, the Greater St. Louis Dental Society (GSLDS) is one of the oldest dental organizations in the world, with more than 1,000 local member dentists. The Greater St. Louis Dental Society is the local component of the Missouri Dental Association and American Dental Association. Every day, the members of the GSLDS work to serve their community and promote better oral health for all. Learn more about membership with the GSLDS.

We are the ADA in St. Louis.

ADA News

MDA News

Fluoride Trainings

Jun 19, 2026
August and September, 4 CEU

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services’ Office of Dental Health is offering free, in‑person Introduction to Water Fluoridation Trainings. Each session will include a water plant tour following the training. Water and wastewater operators, LPHA staff, and dental professionals are encouraged to participate.

Register to Attend

  • ODH will provide 4 hours of continuing education for dental professionals.
  • The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will provide 4 hours of continuing education credits for Drinking Water Treatment and Distribution certifications.
  • Additional details will be emailed to participants after registration. All classes will be held from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM.

Upcoming training dates and locations:

  • August 7, 2026 (Friday) – Jefferson City
  • August 14, 2026 (Friday) – Moberly
  • August 21, 2026 (Friday) – Kennett
  • August 31, 2026 (Monday) – Chesterfield
  • September 11, 2026 (Friday) – Rolla
  • September 17, 2026 (Thursday) – Joplin
  • September 18, 2026 (Friday) – Kansas City

Additional Resources

For more details, visit the GSLDS Newsroom.

Upcoming Events

Developing a Coach Mindset

In this workshop, participants will learn the benefits of building a coaching culture, the key components of effective coaching, and best practices for shifting from manager to coach. Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss concepts in small groups, gaining practical coaching tools and techniques they can immediately apply to strengthen communication, accountability, and employee growth.
Add to:

For more events view the Calendar.