The Reality of Medicare Part B Dental & Why Every Dentist in Texas Should Care
Act Now – Tell Congress to Oppose a Medicare Dental Benefit for All
Apr 30, 2026
Colorado enacts dental insurance reform targeting network leasing practices
Gov. Jared Polis signed House Bill 1070 into law, establishing new requirements for dental insurance network leasing practices in Colorado. Read More
Apr 30, 2026
Organized Dentistry Coalition calls for protection of federal oral health infrastructure
The ODC is calling for continued support of federal oral health programs within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Read More
Apr 30, 2026
ADA urges FTC Healthcare Task Force to scrutinize dental insurance markets, improve transparency
The ADA is calling on the Federal Trade Commission to more closely examine competition and transparency in dental insurance. Read More
Apr 28, 2026
ADA selects firm to conduct governance and organizational health evaluation
The ADA has selected Vista Cova, a consulting firm with extensive experience in nonprofit and association management. Read More
Apr 28, 2026
ADA 2026 Scientific Session to tackle real clinical challenges faced by dentists
The CE program will bring together leading experts to provide actionable insights. Read More
Apr 28, 2026
You Ask, We Answer: Does water fluoridation present unusual safety concerns for water facility operators?
The ADA News is delving into many questions explored in Fluoridation Facts through conversations with experts. Read More
Apr 27, 2026
US Olympic & Paralympic Committee seeks dentists to join volunteer network
The committee is seeking dentists to join its volunteer network to provide free basic dental care to eligible athletes. Read More
Apr 24, 2026
Guide offers resources, data dentists can use to encourage HPV vaccination
The latest action guide from the National HPV Vaccination Roundtable outlines steps dentists can take to help prevent oropharyngeal cancer. Read More
Apr 21, 2026
Health organizations press Congress to boost Indian Health Service funding
The AI/AN Health Partners sent letters to House and Senate appropriators urging increased funding for IHS in fiscal year 2027. Read More
Apr 20, 2026
ADA releases updated sedation and anesthesia guidelines
The guidelines reflect current, evidence-informed standards to support consistency, preparedness and patient safety across the profession. Read More
Apr 20, 2026
ADA seeks feedback on recommendations for using salivary tests in oral cancer detection
The ADA Living Guideline Program is accepting comments through May 1. Read More
Apr 17, 2026
Oklahoma strengthens noncovered services protections in new law
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed into law a bill clarifying that dental insurance companies may not set fees for services they do not cover. Read More
Apr 17, 2026
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
