For Dental Therapists

For Dental Therapists

The American Dental Therapy Association (ADTA) is the national professional association for dental therapists. We bring together credentialed dental therapists across state, Federal and Tribal settings to strengthen the workforce and expand equitable access to oral healthcare.

Your membership supports your professional growth and helps shape the future of dental therapy. Connect with peers, contribute your experience, and help build a national association that represents the workforce and the communities it serves.

As an ADTA Dental Therapist Member, you can:

  • Continue Learning: Access member resources, educational programming, and opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
  • Build Community: Connect with dental therapists nationwide, share experiences, and build relationships that support your practice.
  • Advance Your Career: Explore the ADTA job board and workforce resources, including compensation information that can help inform career decisions.
  • Lead and Contribute: Participate in committees, pursue leadership opportunities, and inform ADTA’s advocacy and national priorities.
  • Support Future Dental Therapists: Help students and emerging professionals build connections and navigate their path into the workforce.

Your Experience Matters

Dental therapists understand the opportunities and challenges of delivering care in their communities. Your perspective helps ADTA develop relevant resources, strengthen the evidence base, and support dental therapy implementation across the country.

Join ADTA to invest in your professional community—and help more communities access quality oral healthcare.

As an ADTA Dental Therapist Member, you receive:

  • 20% Off Annual Conference Registration: Save on opportunities to learn, connect, and grow professionally.
  • Financial Support Opportunities: Apply for available scholarships or assistance to support participation in ADTA activities, subject to funding and eligibility.
  • Continuing Education & Professional Growth: Access educational programming and professional resources.
  • Connection, Community & Mentorship: Build relationships with dental therapists nationwide.
  • Career Development & Resources: Explore the job board, compensation information, and workforce resources.
  • Leadership & Advocacy: Participate in committees, pursue leadership roles, and help shape ADTA’s national priorities.
  • Support for the Next Generation: Connect with and support students and emerging dental therapists.
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Why Join?

Your membership helps ensure dental therapists have:

  • A voice in national policy affecting dental therapy and the communities dental therapists serve
  • Access to high-quality education and professional development
  • Fair compensation and sustainable career pathways
  • A supportive community committed to equity and access in oral health care

Join ADTA today and invest in your profession—and in the future of dental therapy.

Become a Member Today

Are you a Dental Therapist in Minnesota?
Click here to learn about the Minnesota Dental Therapy Association