Philcodent

The Philadelphia County Dental Society (PCDS) is a professional association serving dentists and supporting oral health care in the Greater Philadelphia Region. Its members are committed to ethical principles, professional development, and improving public dental health through the art and science of dentistry. PCDS brings dental professionals together through education, information, and camaraderie, with opportunities for dental students, new dentists, specialists, and experienced practitioners to learn, lead, volunteer, and connect.

The Society offers membership benefits that include discounts, staffing resources, practice tools, continuing education, and networking. Members can access webinar courses, events, leadership and volunteer opportunities, a member directory, classified listings, and practice-transition resources. PCDS also provides publications, including its quarterly journal and Smile Philcodent newsletter, and supports scholarships through application and donation programs. Its public resources cover choosing a dentist, oral health at different life stages, dental emergencies, and finding free or reduced-cost care for children. The Society also shares guidance on dental topics, including recommendations for managing acute dental pain in patients over age 12.