Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene

"Since its founding in 1923, ADEA has existed to serve the curious youngster wondering how to become a dentist, the hardworking educator training the dental professionals of the future, and those striving for scientific or public policy improvements in oral health care."

The American Dental Assistants Association, a professional association since 1923, aims to advance the careers of dental assistants and promote the dental assisting profession in matters of education, legislation, credentialing and professional activities.

Founded in 1923, the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) is the largest national organization representing the professional interests of the more than 185,000 registered dental hygienists (RDHs) across the country.

Founded in 1859, "the American Dental Association (ADA) exists to power the profession of dentistry and to assist our members in advancing the overall oral health of their patients."

Find information about exams, online license renewal, requirements & continuing education, and more.

Responsible for advocating for the art and science of dentistry on behalf of the people of New Mexico. The NMDA was formed in 1908, four years before New Mexico’s official statehood, making it one of New Mexico’s oldest professional organizations.