The NMDAF and the NMDA are committed to inspiring future dentists by providing leadership, mentoring and networking opportunities, and events to pre-dental students, dental students, residence dentists and new dentists.
Throughout the year this program gives opportunities for training, mentorships, and coordination of clinic observations. Once a year a celebration of dentistry dinner is thrown where students and mentors can come together to celebrate the year and be inspired.
Deadline to signup for mentoring/clinical observations
spring semester March 17, 2025
fall semester October, 13 2025
Thanks to all who participated and helped us make the 2023 Celebration of Dentistry dinner a huge success!
Fantastic turnout for the 2023 Celebration of Dentistry Dinner held November 3, 2023!
We had a fantastic turnout to inspire and celebrate the future of dentistry and honor the Lubar Spirit of Service award winner Dr. James Cole for his dedication and years of service to the dental community. Our Keynote speaker Dr. Chris Morgan presented his "Life’s Journey in Dentistry" which captivated the audience with his wit and humor, and inspired all to give back to the community.
Upcoming events.
Emerging Leaders Zoom Webinar
The NMDAF and the NMDA are joining together to provide leadership programming in the New Mexico dental community.
For our first presentation of the year, we will have several dental professionals speak of their own experiences on the value of mentorship and what volunteering means to them.
Join Us!
February 15, 2024
6:00pm, virtual platform
Emerging Leaders Zoom Webinar
The NMDAF and the NMDA are joining together to provide leadership programming in the New Mexico dental community.
For our next event, we will be hosting a virtual event called “What Practice Model is Best for Me?” where we will have several dental professionals exploring some different pratice models.
Join Us!
March 16, 2023
6:00pm, virtual platform
Join Us At UNM
Join us for a Dentist Panel and Social September 21st at 6:00pm!
- Practice models/practice management
- Specialties
- Transitioning to private practice
- How to get into a good dental school
- Federal service, including military
- Volunteering/philanthropy/giving back
- Work/life balance
- What to focus on for pre-dental classes
Join Us On Zoom
$1,000 Future New Mexico Dentist Scholarship
Opens February 1st, 2025 - Closes May 1st, 2025
Eligibility Requirements
- Acceptance to a U.S. dental school is required.
- Applicants must have strong ties to New Mexico and a genuine interest in practicing dentistry within the state. (Preference will be given to New Mexico Pre-Dent students.)
Scholarship recipient(s) requirements
- Attend New Mexico Dental Association Annual session in June to receive scholarship.
- Attend or provide a video for Emerging Leaders Dinner in November.
Each year, up to two New Mexico college students pursuing a career in Dentistry are awarded the Future New Mexico Dentist Scholarship by the New Mexico Dental Association Foundation.
Application Process
Complete part I and part II of the official scholarship application form.
Part I
Complete the application form which includes a personal statement (max 750 words) detailing why you are choosing a career in dentistry and your future goals.
Part II
Provide the following attachments via e-mail to nmmom2@nmdaf.org
- Unofficial transcript
- Resume – highlighting academic achievements, volunteerism, and community service
- Letter of acceptance to a U.S dental school
- Letter of recommendation from a dental mentor
- Preference may be given to applicants with a demonstrated commitment to community service and who participated in a New Mexico Pre-Dental Society.
Notification
Scholarship recipient(s) will be notified by May 15th. Non-recipients will also receive notification.
Submission deadline
Application opens on February 1st. All application materials must be submitted by May 1st (Late submissions will not be considered.)
Online Auction Fundraiser
May 13 - June 9, 2024
We are auctioning off a number of fun and unique items to raise money to create healthy smiles in New Mexico. There is something for everyone, and every sold item will ensure that we can continue our efforts to improve access to oral health care and oral health literacy in the state of New Mexico.
Emerging Leaders Zoom Webinar
The NMDAF and the NMDA are joining together to provide leadership programming in the New Mexico dental community.
For our next event, we will be hosting a virtual event called “Specialists in Dentistry” where several dental professionals will explore some different specialties in dentistry, and share their experiences.
Join Us!
October 12, 2023
6:00pm, virtual platform
Join us for dinner to celebrate dentistry!
Dinner 7:00PM
Join us to inspire and celebrate the future of dentistry!
2025 Program Outline
SPRING SEMESTER 2025
Mentoring/Clinic Observation
(deadline to sign-up March 17th)
- Match/coordination statewide
Fiesta NMDA 2025
June 5, 2025 9:00am -
June 7, 2025 12:00pm
What Practice Model is Best for Me?
March 14, 6:00pm, virtual platform
CANCELED
Online Auction Fundraising Event
May 12th - June 7
FALL SEMESTER
2025
Mentoring/Clinic Observation
(deadline to sign-up October 13th)
- Match/coordination statewide
Dentist Panel & Social
September 25, 6:00pm,
UNM Sub Room Lobo B (in person)
Workshops
TBD
Emerging Leaders Dinner
Celebration of Dentistry
November 7, 5:30pm,
in-person,
SandiaGolf Event Center
Service in Dentistry
Program Sponsors
PRIME SPONSOR
PROGRAM SPONSOR
2022 Celebration of Dentistry Sponsors
PRIME SPONSOR
COCKTAIL RECEPTION SPONSOR
TABLE SPONSOR
PRIME SPONSOR
GOLD SPONSOR
Northwest District Dental Society
SILVER SPONSOR
Albuquerque Implant & Periodontal Consultants, LLC
Dr. Arthur Montoya
Dr. John Crisler DDS
Patrick Hooper DDS/Jolynn Galvin DDS Duke City Smiles
FUTURE DENTIST SPONSOR
Dr. David Manzanares
Dr. Zachary and Melissa Adkins
Northtowne Dental
New Mexico Foundation for Dental Health, Education & Research (dba. NM Dental Association Foundation)
PO Box 16854
Albuquerque, NM 87191
Office: (505) 298-7206
Fax: (505) 554-3836
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