Welcome to LCDS

The Lancaster County Dental Society has a long and distinguished history.

Dr Ervin J. Diehl’s office at 46 East Orange Street, Lancaster, taken around 1913. Photo courtesy of LancasterHistory.org.

Since it’s founding in 1867, the Society has grown to over 200 active members from throughout historic Lancaster County. With a population of 55,351, Lancaster is the eighth largest city in Pennsylvania. The population of the metropolitan area stands at 494,486 making it the 101st largest metropolitan area in the US. For this reason, the members of the Lancaster County Dental Society remain committed to encourage the improvement of the oral health of the public, to promote the art and science of dentistry and encourage the maintenance of high standards of professional competence and practice, and to represent the interests of the members of the dental profession and the public which it serves.

Other active dental health related groups in the area include the Alliance of the Lancaster County Dental Society and the Lancaster County Dental Hygiene and Assistants Association.

The purpose of the web site is to keep our members abreast of upcoming continuing education meetings, list upcoming member events, discuss any legislative issues related towards our profession and keeping us informed about our community. Our hope is that our members access the site and find it helpful and informative.


Upcoming Continuing Education Events


Friday May 10th, 2024 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Bent Creek Country Club
Breakfast and Lunch will be served
Speakers and Presentation in Progress
Dr Eric Howard
Dr Liz Prada
Dr Victor Da Acosta pediatric otolaryngologist

Click here to register.

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Lancaster County Dental Society to be the recognized source for serving the needs and interests of its members.

The members of the LCDS are committed to providing an unsurpassed level of professional, compassionate oral health care that is accessible by all, and to educate the public regarding the value of oral health as it relates to total well-being.

Contact Information

Patti Tossona
Lancaster County Dental Society
Executive Secretary
P:717-606-6534
lcdentalsociety@gmail.com