California Dental Practice Act Course Summary

The California Dental Practice Act is the chapter of the California Business & Professions Code that contains the basic body of laws governing Dentistry (Business & Professions Code (B&P) 1600). California law requires that every dental professional must have a grasp of that basic body of the law, together with the related portions of the California Code of Regulations (CCR) and selected other California statutes. This course has been designed to summarize the Dental Practice Act and related laws through the current year.

Learning Objectives

You Will Learn How To: 

• Summarize the California Dental Practice Act.

• Describe the legal role and responsibilities of the dentist and dental auxiliaries. 

• Distinguish between direct and indirect supervision and define which auxiliary responsibilities are in each category.

• Describe the various laws regarding licenses in the dental profession.

Ali Oromchian, JD, LL.M. Biography

Ali Oromchian, JD, LL.M., is a nationally recognized authority in dental law and the founding attorney of Dental & Medical Counsel, PC. With more than two decades of experience, he has advised thousands of dentists across the country, helping them successfully transition into practice ownership while navigating complex legal and regulatory landscapes with confidence. 

From early in his career, Ali recognized that most dentists were navigating complex legal and business decisions without the right guidance. That realization shaped his mission: to empower doctors with the knowledge, strategy, and support they need to become successful practice owners while staying fully compliant. 

Ali is a highly sought-after thought leader, regularly quoted in industry publications and a prolific contributor on topics impacting dentists. He has spent nearly 20 years on the front lines of dental law and is a renowned speaker across North America, delivering impactful presentations on practice transitions, employment law, negotiation strategy, and wealth and estate planning for doctors. 

In addition to his legal practice, Ali is the founder of HR for Health, the leading provider of web-based HR solutions for dental practices. Through this platform, he has helped modernize HR compliance for thousands of practices, equipping them with the tools, systems, and expert guidance needed to mitigate risk, scale operations, and protect their businesses from costly employment law exposure.