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ADA data content standards available for comment

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

ADA standards on CBCT systems, DICOM available for comment

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

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.  Read More

3 things you missed in government this week

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

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.   Read More

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.  Read More

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. Read More

Dear ADA: Exclusivity clauses

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

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. Read More

‘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. Read More

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. Read More

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. Read More

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 Read More

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. Read More

Highlighting the Facts About Community Water Fluoridation

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

ADA honors award winners at Changemakers Celebration

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

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. Read More

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. Read More

ADA graduates last Leadership Institutes class

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

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. Read More