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New York dental advocacy yields multiple policy wins
The New York State Dental Association secured several legislative and regulatory victories that address long-standing concerns for dentists. Read More
Jan 22, 2026
ADA highlights dental market reforms in advance of insurer CEO hearings
The ADA submitted a letter urging lawmakers to examine longstanding issues in the commercial dental market at insurer CEO hearings. Read More
Jan 22, 2026
Dear ADA: Reimbursement rates
ADA Health Policy Institute data shows many dentists are concerned about low reimbursement rates. Read More
Jan 22, 2026
ADA launches new Patient Service Coordinator Program
Patient service coordinators serve as a connection point between patients and the rest of the dental team. Read More
Jan 22, 2026
Academy for Sports Dentistry to offer sports dentist certification course
The Academy for Sports Dentistry is offering a sports dentist certification course that will focus on preventing and managing trauma. Read More
Jan 22, 2026
Patient lawsuit alleges Delta Dental misrepresents out-of-network coverage
A class-action lawsuit filed by patients insured by Delta Dental alleges the insurer misrepresents its out-of-network coverage. Read More
Jan 21, 2026
ADA urges Congress to modernize MACRA to better integrate oral health
The ADA is calling for the prioritization of dental interoperability, administrative simplification and evidence-based quality measurement. Read More
Jan 20, 2026
Jan 16, 2026
Senate passes FY 2026 interior spending package
A Senate-approved appropriations package includes increased funding for Indian Health Service, or IHS, dental programs. Read More
Jan 16, 2026
New HIPAA rules address substance use disorder records
The ADA updated its sample HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices to reflect new rules regarding substance use disorder treatment information. Read More
Jan 13, 2026
ADA to explore opportunities to educate dentists on Type 1 diabetes
In response to a House of Delegates resolution, the ADA is exploring ways to educate dentists on Type 1 diabetes and oral health. Read More
Jan 13, 2026
ADA explores opportunities to educate dentists on Type 1 diabetes
In response to a House of Delegates resolution, the ADA is exploring ways to educate dentists on Type 1 diabetes and oral health. Read More
Jan 11, 2026
HHS, USDA release 2025–2030 dietary guidelines
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Agriculture released Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030. Read More
Jan 11, 2026
Former Harvard School of Dental Medicine dean dies at 83
Bruce Donoff, D.M.D., M.D., who served as dean of the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, died Dec. 25, 2025, at the age of 83. Read More
Jan 9, 2026
Past American Academy of Periodontology president dies at 87
Myron “Ron” Nevins, D.D.S., a past president of the American Academy of Periodontology, died Dec. 24, 2025, at the age of 87. Read More
Jan 9, 2026
ADA Member Advantage ends ClassPass, OnPay endorsements
ADA Member Advantage has ended its endorsement relationships with ClassPass and OnPay as of Jan. 1. Read More
Jan 8, 2026
ADA webinar to address how to talk to patients about mental health
The ADA will host a webinar Jan. 23 to help prepare dentists and their team members to discuss mental health concerns with their patients. Read More
Jan 5, 2026
January JADA outlines emerging dental therapies for obstructive sleep apnea
Dentists play an increasingly important role in the management of sleep health and disorders. Read More
Jan 4, 2026
New ADA recommendations confirm dental imaging most effectively used in moderation
The recommendations confirm that dental imaging should only be ordered when clinically necessary to minimize exposure to radiation. Read More
