Dr. David Lewis Installed as 2023 President-Elect of the Chicago Dental Society
With more than three decades of experience practicing general dentistry, David Lewis Jr., D.D.S., of Glenview, Illinois, was sworn in as 2023 President-Elect of the Chicago Dental Society (CDS) on November 13. Dr. Lewis previously served as Secretary, Treasurer, Vice President of CDS, Program Chair for the 2015 CDS Midwinter Meeting, and Director and President of the CDS North Suburban Branch.
As President-Elect, Dr. Lewis will play a critical role in supporting membership and driving attendance for the 158th Midwinter Meeting, which will be held at McCormick Place West in Chicago, February 23-25, 2023. The Midwinter Meeting is CDS' annual scientific meeting and one of the dental industry's premier events. The 2023 event will offer attendees access to more than 240 courses taught by world-class speakers and today's leaders in dental innovation, live exhibits, and networking opportunities with colleagues and friends.
Dr. Lewis holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Notre Dame, earned his dental degree from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry, and completed his dental general practice residency at the Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. In addition to his leadership roles with CDS, he has served as a delegate for both the American Dental Association and Illinois State Dental Society and is also a member of the American Dental Association, American College of Dentists, International College of Dentists, and the Conley Dental Study Club. Dr. Lewis was also an instructor in the Department of Comprehensive Oral Health Care at the University of Illinois at Chicago and an Attending Clinician at Illinois Masonic Medical Center Department of Dentistry, serving the Homebound Program and the Special Patient Program.
Dr. Lewis lives in Glenview, Illinois, with his wife, Dr. Christine Culp, who is also a practicing general dentist and CDS member. They have two grown daughters, Anne and Kathleen. In his free time, Dr. Lewis enjoys reading, biking, and traveling with his family. Dr. Lewis is also a charter member of the Rotary Club of Glenview Sunrise since its founding in 1988.
Established in 1864, CDS is the largest local component of the American Dental Association, with more than 4,000 members in Cook, Lake and DuPage counties.
About the Chicago Dental Society
Trust a Chicago Dental Society (CDS) dentist with more than just your smile. Talk with them and you'll see their work is an investment in not just your oral health, but your overall health. They are current on the dental trends and technology through extensive CDS continuing education programs, including the Midwinter Meeting. The largest local affiliate of the American Dental Association, the non-profit Chicago Dental Society represents dentists across the Chicago region. They're your neighbors, friends and community anchors. Connect with the Chicago Dental Society at cds.org/smile, where you'll find our easy-to-navigate Find a CDS Dentist search tool. Or, connect on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.