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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

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

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

ADA raises concerns about CMS CRUSH initiative proposals affecting dentistry

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

Lobby Day 2026 delivers strong impact

Approximately 500 dentists and dental students gathered in Washington, D.C., for Lobby Day 2026. Read More

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

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

New ADA executive director emphasizes clarity, trust, and growth

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

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

New ADA course offers strategies for supporting dentists’ mental health

In honor of Health Workforce Well-Being Day on March 18, the new course offers practical strategies and tools for dentists and their teams. Read More

3 convicted in racketeering conspiracy involving dental practice

The conspiracy defrauded Medicaid of more than $30 million. Read More

ADA voices support for reintroduction of Promoting Dental Health Act

The ADA supports legislation reintroduced in the U.S. Senate that would extend federal support for oral health initiatives nationwide. Read More

ADA calls for improved interoperability standards for dental imaging 

The ADA submitted comments in response to a request for information on diagnostic imaging interoperability standards and certification.  Read More

ADA Forsyth wins Massachusetts economic impact award

The ADA Forsyth Institute has won gold in the 22nd annual Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards. Read More

Translate science into practice at ADA 2026 Scientific Session

The Scientific Session will focus on clear, actionable insights dentists can use to support their clinical decision-making. Read More

Legislation introduced to apply state dental insurance laws to self-funded plans 

The ADA is supporting new legislation aimed at ensuring that state dental insurance reform laws apply to self-funded dental plans. Read More

ADA Member Advantage endorses Weave as patient engagement platform

ADA Member Advantage has endorsed Weave to provide its AI-powered patient communications and engagement platform to Association members. Read More

ADA names next executive director

The American Dental Association has named Nader A. Nadershahi, D.D.S., M.B.A., Ed.D., as its next executive director, effective March 23. Read More