Aug 21, 2026
MCDC Fees Increase After 8/27! Register now to save money!
Registration for members remains free after the fee increase date, but staff fees and course fees increase after 8/27. GSLDS Member and Affiliate Member staff registration fees have been reduced for 2026 - take advantage of these lower prices and bring your whole team to the Mid-Continent Dental Congress! Mid-Continent Dental Congress September 24-25, 2026 at St. Louis Union Station
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!
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.
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.
Make a Difference Today
Help the New Dentists reach their goal of $1,500 for 2026.
Welcome New Members
We are happy to have you as a part of organized dentistry.
GSLDS Educational Foundation
Donate to the charitable not-for-profit partner of the Greater St. Louis Dental Society.
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.
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Fluoride Trainings
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.
- 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
For more events view the Calendar.