Benefits of Membership in Organized Dentistry

A "Tripartite" Membership

Your membership includes three separate organizations: the Greater St. Louis Dental Society, the Missouri Dental Association and the American Dental Association. Together, they form the "tripartite". The three organizations together provide a comprehensive and valuable set of benefits to help dentists grow and maintain a healthy career.

The Greater St. Louis Dental Society is committed to helping members grow both professionally as well as personally. Your member benefits include the following. Contact Nikki Sprehe Membership Director, for more information at 314-569-0444.

Complimentary admission to MCDC
This fabulous benefit saves you costly admission to our highly regarded dental convention the Mid-Continent Dental Congress. Get up to 15 hours of free CE each year while attending lectures from outstanding speakers.  
Mid-Continent Dental Congress Information

Patient Referrals
Trying to grow your practice?  Let us help!  We are a public resource for referrals for our member dentists. Let us refer you the next time a local resident is looking for a dentist in your area - become a GSLDS member dentist today.
Information on joining or renewing membership

The Dental Arch Publication
This award winning publication is a treasure trove of information that is local and timely for your practice.  For your convenience it is available both online and as a hard copy mailed to your office.
View The Dental Arch online here

Reduced Dues Program for New Dentists
New Dentists that take advantage of this program pay nothing their first year out of school and then each year pay progressively more, allowing them 5 years before they pay full dues!  This is our way of helping new dentists get off to a good start in their career.
Membership Information

District meetings
The Greater St. Louis Dental Society is made up of 5 active and involved ​Districts.  By attending these informative meetings, you gain CE from interesting guest speakers, enjoy a nice dinner and have the opportunity to keep up with the latest news in your area as well as interact with your fellow dentists. Many of our members consider these ​District meetings to be invaluable for networking and camaraderie.
District Meeting Information

New Dentist Committee
The GSLDS New Dentist Committee represents our large and active group of new local dentists.  If you have been out of dental school less than 10 years, be sure to attend these friendly and informative meetings.  You will meet other dentists who are facing the same challenges starting their dental career as you, as well as making lasting friendships.  This welcoming and lively community is always happy to have new comers join their group.

Contact Susan Prosperi in the Central Office at 314-569-0444 to learn more. 
New Dentist Resources

Annual Shred-a-Thon
Get rid of all of those old x-rays and patient records that are taking up space. Our annual shredding event is very popular with our members because it takes the hassle out of disposing of sensitive patient records. Just drive up and drop them off with our on-site shredding trucks. Look for information about this event every spring!

Leadership Opportunities
There are leadership roles available at the local, state and national level of the ADA/MDA/GSLDS tripartite.  These opportunities allow you to grow personally and professionally while contributing to the dental profession. Get involved, you will be glad you did! 
Information on how to get involved

Social and Networking Events
The Greater St. Louis Dental Society is known for our great social events. We hold an annual social event in the summer for all of our members that is highly attended and always a great time!  We also have social events for our new dentists and dental students throughout the year. Be sure not to miss these popular member benefit events!

Volunteer Opportunities
There are state and local volunteer opportunities where you can use your professional expertise to help educate and keep our community healthy.  Whether you volunteer for a one-day event or a more involved role, your community needs and appreciates any hours you are able to contribute.
Information on Volunteer Opportunities 

Job Bank
Are you looking for a new employee?  Our ​Job ​Bank is a great resource to find employees who are looking for new positions.  We collect resumes from dental professionals who are in the job market and happily pass along those resumes to our members. 
Staffing Your Practice

Discounted Lab Books
Save money by ordering ​lab books from us. At only $8 apiece, for members, including free shipping, they are a great deal.  

ADA Member Highlights

Missouri Dental Association Benefits

The MDA, founded in 1865, is our state constituent association. The MDA is governed by the House of Delegates and Board of Trustees and provides such benefits as Legislative Advocacy, Peer Review and discounted insurance. 

ADVOCACY
Dentists can’t afford to be silent partners in their own business and practice decisions. Legislative advocacy is just good business, and the MDA makes it their business to protect you.

MISSOURI DENTAL INSURANCE SERVICES
The MDIS team is dedicated to finding the best solutions for their clients through quality insurance and financial products for their families and practices, as well as staff and their families. MDIS is uniquely suited to support you because they only work with dentists.

  • Professional Liability (Individual & Corporate)
  • Building & Business Personal Property
  • Workers Compensation
  • Health, Life & Disability Insurance (Individual & Group)
  • Retirement Plans

Additional Benefits

Some important benefits of from the ADA and MDA include: