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New research reaffirms recommended fluoride levels do not negatively affect IQ
A recent study found no evidence that water fluoridation is negatively associated with adolescent IQ or adult cognitive functioning. Read More
Apr 16, 2026
Virginia governor signs ADA-supported workforce bills into law
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed into law two dental workforce-related measures backed by both the VDA and the ADA. Read More
Apr 15, 2026
Applications open for 2026-27 ADA Certified Clinic Director Program
Launched by the ADA in 2025, the ADA Certified Clinic Director is an executive-level credential for dental clinic directors. Read More
Apr 14, 2026
ADA, American Board of Dental Examiners advance dental licensure exams through new agreement
The two organizations finalized an agreement to license the ADA’s DLOSCE for incorporation into the ADEX Dental Examination. Read More
Apr 14, 2026
67 changes coming to CDT 2027
Sixty-seven changes are coming to the CDT Code in 2027, including 28 additions, 33 revisions and six editorial updates. Read More
Apr 13, 2026
Sanders, Welch announce new dental clinic and training partnership
Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Peter Welch, D-Vt., announced the construction of a new dental clinic in Vermont. Read More
Apr 8, 2026
Fighting sugar, protecting patients: ADA advocacy in action
How the ADA's multi-year engagement and task force shaped national nutrition guidance. Read More
Apr 8, 2026
ADA urges Congress to increase oral health funding, restore leadership
The ADA and three partner organizations are urging Congress to strengthen federal support for oral health programs. Read More
Apr 7, 2026
Maryland orders Cigna to stop automatic downcoding, issues $80,000 fine
Maryland’s Insurance Administration has fined health insurance company Cigna $80,000. Read More
Apr 6, 2026
ADA guideline prioritizes clinical exam over vital staining in early oral cancer detection
The recommendations reiterate the importance of exams while advising against the use of vital staining to evaluate the need for biopsy. Read More
Apr 6, 2026
April JADA evaluates water fluoridation benefits, impact of discontinuation
Dentists should advise policymakers and their patients not to abandon community water fluoridation, according to the JADA cover story. Read More
Apr 3, 2026
ADA Member Advantage-endorsed CyraCom joins Propio Language Services
CyraCom has been endorsed for nine years by ADA Member Advantage to provide interpretation and translation services for dental offices. Read More
Apr 2, 2026
Mar 30, 2026
Dear ADA: Noncovered services
If a plan denies a procedure as a noncovered service, why am I still required to accept the contracted PPO fee instead of my full fee? Read More
Mar 26, 2026
Lobby Day 2026 delivers strong impact
Approximately 500 dentists and dental students gathered in Washington, D.C., for Lobby Day 2026. Read More
Mar 26, 2026
Q&A: What are your ethical obligations if another dentist dies before completing treatment?
A recent news report described financial challenges faced by patients who had prepaid for treatment before their dentist unexpectedly died. Read More
Mar 25, 2026
ADA adds mental health, GLP-1 questions to health history forms
The updated forms became available for purchase through the ADA Store on March 24. Read More
Mar 25, 2026
Mar 24, 2026
Organized Dentistry Coalition urges CMS to not prohibit adult dental coverage
ODC urged CMS to not prohibit adult dental coverage as an essential health benefit in the proposed Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters. Read More
Mar 19, 2026
Coalition urges Congress to boost CDC tobacco prevention funding
The ADA joined a coalition urging Congress to provide $310 million for tobacco prevention and cessation programs at the CDC. Read More
