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News Releases
Medicaid/Children’s Health Insurance Program
The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) announced the final contract awards for the HHSC Texas Dental Program to Delta Dental, DentaQuest and MCNA...Read More
TSBDE Rule Update
During the April 15, 2011, Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) meeting, the TSBDE adopted new sedation and anesthesia rules Chapter 110 — 22 TAC §§110.1 -110.9.... Read More
ADA Examines the Role of Adequate Workforce in Breaking Down Barriers to Oral Health
The American Dental Association today released the first in a series of papers examining the challenges and solutions to bringing good oral health to the millions of Americans-including as many as one-quarter of the nation's children-who lack access to dental care.... Read More
Special Promotions
Alley Theatre Ticket Discount
Discount to Production of Ether Dome..... Read More
People Making News
Dr. John A. Valenza Named Dean of UTSD
Dr. John A. Valenza was recently named dean of The University of Texas School of Dentistry (UTSD) at Houston... Read More
Events
ICD Great Expectations Reception
To view pictures from the event, click here
Give Kids a Smile Day
The GKAS Day took place on April 2, 2011. To read more and to view pictures from the event, click here
Welcome to the Greater Houston Dental Society
Serving the Greater Houston Area Since 1904
The Greater Houston Dental Society (GHDS) is the local component of the Texas Dental Association (TDA) and the American Dental Association (ADA). Founded in 1904, the GHDS is the fourth largest component (local) society in the United States with a current membership of over 1,600. Our members are committed to providing the highest quality oral health care to the Greater Houston community and are dedicated to the principles of ethics, professional advancement, and advocacy.
Our Mission
"The Greater Houston Dental Society through education, services, and advocacy supports the area's dental profession in providing quality and ethical oral health care."
How We Serve
Our purpose is to serve the needs of Greater Houston by promoting public and professional oral-health education. We strive to provide the most up-to-date information available in our area, so you can stay connected with what’s happening in the field of dentistry today.
- Member dentists – Not only does GHDS provide new patient referrals to member dentists; we also offer annual meetings, discounts, and special services exclusively for our members!
- The public – Looking for a dentist in the Houston area? Need the latest information on oral healthcare? The GHDS helps you narrow your search by providing access to accredited dentists, as well as information on insurance, programs, discounts, and general oral healthcare.
- Dental staff – Hygienists, assistants, and front-office assistants use GHDS as a resource for continuing education, upcoming events, advertising, and more.
Give Kids a Smile Day – The GHDS also supports the local community through non-profit events, such as the annual Give Kids a Smile Day. In conjunction with the University of Texas School of Dentistry and the Greater Houston Dental Alliance (GHDA), the GHDS provided free dental care to approximately 300 children in April of 2011.
Star of the South – Our annual meeting provides access to continuing education, the latest dental products, and information on social programs and special events. We’re pleased to be celebrating our 41st year in what has become one of the most talked about meetings in the Houston area. This meeting is open to the public, and we look forward to seeing you this February!