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NCOIL approves 'opt-in' amendment to Transparency in Dental Benefits Contracting Model Act

The National Council of Insurance Legislators voted to approve amendments to the 2020 Transparency in Dental Benefits Contracting Model Act.

New study finds US fluoride exposure linked to better adolescent cognitive performance 

A new study finds typical childhood fluoride exposure is linked to modestly better teen cognitive performance with no later cognitive harm.

You Ask, We Answer: Is it safe to use fluoridated water to reconstitute infant formula?

The ADA News is delving into many questions explored in Fluoridation Facts through conversations with experts.

Tips to avoid claim denials due to common coding mistakes

With the launch of the latest CDT Code just around the corner, the ADA hopes to help dentists avoid common coding mistakes.

My View: A wake-up call from the future for dentists

New study finds U.S. fluoride exposure linked to better adolescent cognitive performance 

A new study finds typical childhood fluoride exposure is linked to modestly better teen cognitive performance with no later cognitive harm.

Board of Trustees Approves 2026 Budget 

ADA-led coalition urges CMS to fill chief dental officer vacancy, strengthen oral health leadership

An ADA-led coalition is urging CMS to appoint a new chief dental officer and keep the position within the Office of the Administrator.  

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of government happenings you may have missed this week.

New study finds U.S. fluoride exposure linked to better adolescent cognitive performance 

A new study finds typical childhood fluoride exposure is linked to modestly better teen cognitive performance with no later cognitive harm.

ADA urges Senate Finance Committee to include oral health in national health cost reforms 

The ADA outlined priorities for addressing cost drivers and improving oral health care access in a letter to the Senate Finance Committee.

ADA Member Advantage launches new ADA Rewards World Elite Mastercard

Cardholders will earn bonus points and have access to World Elite Mastercard benefits.

ADA calls for oral health integration in federal chronic disease care coordination efforts 

The ADA is urging lawmakers to include oral health in efforts to modernize care coordination for chronic disease prevention and treatment. 

Dear ADA: Out-of-network providers

This ADA News series aims to address dentists' dental insurance challenges.

ADA begins discussions with other groups to advance dental licensure exams

The organizations will explore best practices and potential innovations to enhance national exam standards.

ADA seeks feedback on oral cancer recommendations

The ADA Living Guideline Program is continuing its work to advance recommendations for the early detection and management of oral cancer.

Revised CDT codes you should know for 2026

CDT 2026 boasts 60 code changes, including 14 revisions.

ADA seeks participants to help develop new standards

The ADA Standards Program is seeking interested parties to help develop new standards addressing dental materials, tools and technology.

Florida Combined Life drops policy limiting same-day scaling and root planing following ADA advocacy

Florida Combined Life is dropping its policy that limited same-day scaling and root planing to only two quadrants.

ADA opposes Delta Dental’s acquisition of Cherry Tree Dental

ADA leaders expressed opposition to Delta Dental of Wisconsin’s proposed acquisition of Cherry Tree Dental.

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of government happenings you may have missed this week.

ADA-supported coalition urges robust FY 2026 funding for health workforce programs

The Health Professions and Nursing Education Coalition is urging Congress to strengthen federal investments in the health workforce.

CMS highlights medical-dental integration in 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule 

CMS released its final rule for the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, announcing policy updates that take effect Jan. 1, 2026.

ADA urges Congress to maintain CDC tobacco prevention funding

The ADA is urging adoption of the Senate’s proposed $246.5 million funding level for the CDC's Office on Smoking and Health.

November JADA highlights opportunities for dentists to address teen tobacco use

Oral health care professionals are in a unique position to address tobacco and nicotine use among adolescents.

ADA data content standards available for comment

The draft standards are available for review and comment until Nov. 27.

ADA standards on CBCT systems, DICOM available for comment

The draft standards are available for review and comment until Dec. 5.

ADA data content standards available for comment

The draft standards are available for review and comment until Nov. 27.

ADA standards on CBCT systems, DICOM available for comment

The draft standards are available for review and comment until Dec. 5.

ADA treasurer details changes in Association dues

ADA Treasurer Cody Graves, D.D.S., M.B.A., detailed the decision to adjust the full membership dues and what it means for ADA members. 

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of government happenings that you may have missed this week.

FDA to restrict sale of fluoride supplements, halting previously promised ban

The FDA announced that it plans to restrict the sale of unapproved ingestible fluoride prescription drug products for children.  

ADA treasurer details changes in Association dues

ADA Treasurer Cody Graves, D.D.S., M.B.A., detailed the decision to adjust the full membership dues and what it means for ADA members. 

You Ask, We Answer: Is water fluoridation effective in helping to prevent tooth decay?

The ADA News is delving into many questions explored in Fluoridation Facts through conversations with experts.

Dear ADA: Exclusivity clauses

This new ADA News series aims to address dentists' dental insurance challenges.

ADA president details ‘year of constant challenges,’ growth, change

Brett Kessler, D.D.S., concludes his term as the ADA’s 161st president on Oct. 28 after overseeing a year of unprecedented challenges.

‘Together we’re creating that future’

Richard J. Rosato Rosato, of Concord, New Hampshire, assumed office as the 162nd ADA president at the close of the House of Delegates.

ADA presidential citation honors dentist killed in Oklahoma City bombing

Charles Hurlburt, D.D.S., was a retired University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry professor who died in the bombing 30 years ago.

Thomas M. Paumier, D.D.S., voted ADA president-elect

Thomas M. Paumier, D.D.S., from Canton, Ohio, was voted president-elect Oct. 27 by the ADA House of Delegates.

Highlighting facts about community water fluoridation

Liz Lense, D.D.S., and Scott L. Tomar, D.M.D., discuss public water fluoridation science at Smilecon 2025

Adoption is key challenge when introducing new dental technology, experts say

After new dental technology has gone through testing and approvals, developers still face the challenge of getting their product adopted.

Highlighting the Facts About Community Water Fluoridation

Liz Lense, DDS, and Scott L. Tomar, DMD, discuss public water fluoridation science at Smilecon 2025

ADA honors award winners at Changemakers Celebration

The ADA honored this year’s award winners during the second Changemakers Celebration at SmileCon 2025.

SmileCon session explores pathways to dental practice ownership

An educational SmileCon session provided attendees with comprehensive insights on the various avenues to dental practice ownership.

The link between added sugars and oral health

A SmileCon session focused on how dietary choices — particularly added sugar intake — affect both oral health and overall well-being.

ADA graduates last Leadership Institutes class

The last class of the ADA’s Leadership Institutes graduated in August, but the work of participants continues.

Dental professionals give back to veterans during SmileCon 2025

Dental professionals from around the country came together to assemble 500 health and comfort kids for underserved veterans.

ADA Humanitarian Award winner improves access to care in rural Missouri

William Kane, D.D.S., founded Smiles of Hope Dental Clinic in March 2010 to help address access-to-care issues in rural Missouri.

SmileCon Opening Session unites dentists around leadership, shared purpose

Hundreds of dentists convened for the SmileCon 2025 Opening Session, which kicked off the meeting with empowerment and inspiration.  

HysensBio wins dentech pitch competition with peptide that appears to regenerate dentin

HysensBio — a clinical-stage biotechnology company — is the winner of this year’s Pitch Competition at ADA Forsyth dentech 2025.

Dentech discussion centers on dental-medical connections

During a discussion on dental-medical integration, the panelists agreed: Oral health care is essential and linked to overall health.

An oral-systemic focus for optimal patient care

An Oral Systemic Focus for Optimal Patient Care - Smilecon 2025 panel discussion

The art of managing fluoride misconceptions

CE session addressed including the importance of high-dose fluoride applications in pediatric dentistry and managing fluoride hesitancy.

Oral care considerations for patients using semaglutide, similar medications 

A growing number of popular prescription medications including Ozempic and Wegovy also affect patients’ oral health.

ADA launches ADA Credit Union

The ADA announced the launch of ADA Credit Union— a new financial resource created in collaboration with BCU.

SmileCon 2025 kicks off in Washington, D.C.

One of dentistry’s most anticipated events of the year is here. SmileCon 2025 returns Oct. 23-25 in Washington, D.C.

Inspiration, celebration take center stage at SmileCon

Three events will help shape the SmileCon 2025 experience: Opening Session, Friday Night Fest and the Dental Central tailgate.

ADA president highlights oral health as essential during dentech keynote

Oral health is essential to overall health, ADA President Brett Kessler, D.D.S., told the audience of ADA Forsyth dentech 2025.

ADA treasurer offers deeper dive into building sale

ADA Treasurer Cody Graves, D.D.S., M.B.A., sent e-newsletters detailing the decision behind the sale of ADA headquarters in Chicago.

Be true to your school

A number of dental schools will hold alumni receptions during SmileCon for former students to reminisce, talk shop and discuss future goals.

ADA urges FDA to include added sugar in definition of ultra-processed foods

ADA leaders are calling on federal regulators to make added sugar a core element in any formal definition of ultra-processed foods.

Dentech panel addresses oral health innovation in current climate

ADA Forsyth dentech 2025 kicked off with a panel addressing oral health innovation in the current economic and political landscape.

Feel the buzz in Dental Central

Dental Central is the center of it all at SmileCon, where dentists can find the latest tech, mingle at events and give back.

Discover discounts, perks on ADA Member Advantage-endorsed products at SmileCon

Plenty of perks await member dentists and their teams at the booths of ADA Member Advantage-endorsed products and services at SmileCon.

ADA Seal products on display at SmileCon

Dental Central at SmileCon is the place to be to answer the burning question, “What does the ADA Seal of Acceptance really mean?”

ADA council develops statements on clinical autonomy, water fluoridation

The ADA Council on Ethics, Bylaws and Judicial Affairs has published white papers on clinical autonomy and water fluoridation.

37 dental insurance reform laws passed in 2025

Thirty-seven new dental insurance laws have been enacted in 18 states this year.

ADA launches toolkit to support dentists in Medicaid participation

The ADA Practice Institute is launching a new resource aimed at helping dentists deliver care to Medicaid patients.

ADA applauds health care workforce bill, highlights importance of accreditation  

The ADA is supporting a bill that aims to strengthen the health care pipeline — including dentistry — through new federal grant programs.

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of government happenings you may have missed this week.

ADA Forsyth dentech 2025 kicks off Oct. 9

ADA Forsyth dentech 2025 will welcome executives, investors, leaders and innovators. Virtual registration is still open.

ADA pushes back against payer downcoding on multisurface restorations

Downcoding occurs when a payer uses a code that is different from the one reported on the claim so the reimbursement amount is less.

First female dean of US dental school dies

Jeanne Sinkford, D.D.S., the first female dean of a U.S. dental school and an ADA Distinguished Service Award winner, has died.

ADA urges clarity on visa restrictions impacting international dental faculty 

The ADA is seeking clarification from USCIS on recent immigration policy changes that could affect the dental education workforce. 

Take action on rural oral health, ADA urges 

The ADA urged CMS to recognize state-led strategies that expand the oral health workforce while maintaining high standards of care.