Feb 12, 2025
New bill would allow oral care items to be purchased through FSAs, HSAs
A new bill was introduced that would increase access to certain oral care items that can be purchased with FSAs and HSAs. Read More
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Feb 11, 2025
ADA ‘generally supports’ Dietary Guidelines science report
The ADA generally supported a scientific report that will be used to update federal dietary guidelines. Read More
Feb 10, 2025
ADA to hold standards meetings in March
The ADA Standards Program will hold multiple meetings March 10-12 in New York City to discuss dental standards on a variety of topics. Read More
Feb 10, 2025
National coalition urges Congress to reject proposed Medicaid cuts
The Partnership for Medicaid is calling on Congress to reject cuts to Medicaid during the budget reconciliation process. Read More
Feb 10, 2025
5 things to know about the American Association of Endodontists
Here are five facts you may not know about the American Association of Endodontists from its president, Natasha M. Flake, D.D.S., Ph.D. Read More
Feb 8, 2025
ADA executive director resigns
The ADA announced Feb. 8 that Raymond A. Cohlmia, D.D.S., has resigned from his position as executive director, effective immediately. Read More
Feb 7, 2025
'We want to help reduce health care disparities'
Give Kids A Smile, the ADA Foundation's annual access to care program, kicked off with a national celebration in Nashville, Tennessee. Read More
Feb 7, 2025
Give Kids A Smile kicks off in Nashville
The ADA Foundation’s Give Kids A Smile program kicks off Feb. 7 at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry. Read More
Feb 7, 2025
Give Kids A Smile kicks off today
The ADA Foundation’s Give Kids A Smile program kicks off Feb. 7 at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry. Read More
Feb 7, 2025
Give Kids A Smile kicks off in Nashville, Tennessee
Give Kids A Smile, the ADA Foundation's annual access to care program, kicked off with a national celebration in Nashville, Tennessee. Read More
Feb 6, 2025
Debunking dental trends
ADA News spoke with several experts about the rising popularity of these current dental trends. Read More
Feb 6, 2025
Oregon passes dental licensure reform that removes stigmatizing mental health questions
After nearly 18 months of advocacy efforts, dental licensure applications in Oregon will no longer include stigmatizing questions. Read More
Feb 6, 2025
Dental School Snapshots: January
This ADA News series shares fun facts about U.S. dental schools. Read More
Feb 6, 2025
ADA outlines tax priorities
The ADA is outlining its priorities on small business tax policy, providing input on policies it said would affect oral health. Read More
Feb 5, 2025
Washington State Dental Association campaigns for dental insurance reform
The Washington State Dental Association is campaigning for dental insurance reform. Read More
Feb 5, 2025
ADA scholarships support dentists interested in academia
Seven scholarships are available for a teacher training program for dental educators and private practitioners interested in academics. Read More
Feb 4, 2025
February JADA examines respiratory disease-related deaths among dentists
Existing engineering controls that reduce inhalational exposures during dental procedures might be inadequate. Read More
Feb 3, 2025
What are the standards for AI use in dentistry?
The growing use of AI in dentistry has led to an increased need for guidance to ensure the technology is used responsibly. Read More
Feb 3, 2025
Former ADA vice president dies at 71
Vincent U. Rapini Jr., D.D.S., served as vice president from 2019 to 2021. Read More
Jan 30, 2025
RFK Jr. appears before Senate Finance Committee in confirmation hearing
Prior to RFK Jr. appearing before the Senate during his confirmation hearing, the ADA sent a letter to lawmakers outlining its priorities. Read More
