2027 Presidential Installation

Join us November 8 at Descanso Restaurant & LACMA for the Presidential Installation of Dr. Van Anh Dastur and Installation of Officers for 2027.

Orofacial Pain

NEW DATE! Join LADS and SGVDS on November 17 for a 3 CEU live webinar.

Oral Surgery: Risks vs. Complications

Join Dr. Parvaz Mizrahi on December 2 for 3 CE units on oral surgery risks, complications, and patient care.

Infection Control Course

Join us for a FREE, hands-on certification course that meets California Dental Board requirements on December 5.

2027 California Labor Law Update

Join us for a free webinar on December 8 to learn what every employer in California needs to know.

Radiation Safety Training Course

Essential safety training for dental staff on Saturday, January 23

CPR Training

Join us Monday, February 1 to get your CPR/BLS Certification!

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The LADS Foundation is our 501(c)(3) charitable arm dedicated to promoting oral health and education throughout Los Angeles. We award scholarships to USC dental students, provide grants to community clinics and coordinate in-kind donations to support oral health initiatives so that every Angeleno can enjoy a brighter smile and a healthier life.

 


 

LADS Events

Presidential Installation of Dr. Van Anh Dastur

2027 Presidential Installation

Presidential Installation of Dr. Van Anh Dastur and Installation of Officers for 2027

The Los Angeles Dental Society warmly invites you to our annual Presidential Installation and Installation of Officers for 2027, a special gathering celebrating leadership, service, and the continued strength of our dental community.

Join us as we proudly install Dr. Van Anh Dastur as the 2027 LADS President and welcome the incoming LADS Officers for 2027. The celebration will begin with brunch at Descanso Restaurant, followed by a visit to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA).

It's a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our incoming leadership, recognize outstanding members of our dental community, and spend time together outside the office.

Award Recipients

Dr. Michele Frawley — Davis-Merrell Award
Arman Zograbyan — Rising Star Award

Event Details

Sunday, November 8, 2026
11 am Brunch
Registration begins at 10:30 am

Descanso Restaurant
5773 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036

When registering, please indicate whether you plan to attend LACMA following brunch.


Tickets

$100 per person
$75 for Early Career Dentists (Graduated dental school 5 years ago or less)
Seating is limited, so advance registration is encouraged.

 

Register Now

 

Questions?

Please contact the LADS office at 213-380-7669 for assistance.

 

 


 

 

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