Sep 2, 2025
September JADA finds dental fear still prevalent in US
Nearly 73% of adults report they are afraid of going to the dentist, according to a study published in JADA. Read More
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Sep 2, 2025
Oral health, sun safety focus of consumer product campaign
The ADA is collaborating with the Consumer Healthcare Products Association to inform families about sun safety and oral health. Read More
Aug 30, 2025
One Big Beautiful Bill’s impact on student loans
The ADA sent a letter to the Education Department outlining the impact on dental students who participate in federal student loan programs. Read More
Aug 29, 2025
ADA treasurer offers deeper dive into finances
ADA Treasurer Cody Graves, D.D.S., M.B.A., sent a newsletter focused on the formation of the ADA Forsyth Institute, Read More
Aug 29, 2025
ADA lobbies to reduce nicotine in cigarettes
The ADA is supporting a proposed rule to reduce nicotine levels in cigarettes and other combustible tobacco products. Read More
Aug 28, 2025
Nominate chair for Strategic Forecasting Committee
The Strategic Forecasting Committee is seeking nominations for a chair to serve a two-year term. Read More
Aug 27, 2025
ADA launches AI-powered credentialing solution, urges plan administrators to join effort
The ADA Delegated Credentialing Service, powered by LightSpun, builds on the success of the ADA-CAQH Provider Data Portal. Read More
Aug 27, 2025
ADA advocates for removing stigmatizing questions from licensure applications
The ADA recently sent a letter to every state dental board to share best practices and resources. Read More
Aug 27, 2025
‘Dr. Violin,’ wellness advocate, recipient of Distinguished Service Award
The ADA Board of Trustees awarded Bill Claytor, Jr., D.D.S., the ADA’s 2025 Distinguished Service Award. Read More
Aug 25, 2025
ADA, coalition urge Congress to support health care workforce
The ADA is urging Congress to reauthorize federal programs that support the nation’s health care workforce. Read More
Aug 21, 2025
Filmmaker Brett Culp to deliver SmileCon 2025 keynote address
Brett Culp — an acclaimed filmmaker, social entrepreneur and keynote speaker — will deliver the SmileCon Opening Session keynote address. Read More
Aug 21, 2025
My View: Empathy: The human skill that sets us apart
Empathy is not weakness. It’s not a luxury. And it’s not purely instinctive. It’s a skill. Read More
Aug 18, 2025
You Ask, We Answer: Fluoridation Facts
The ADA News is delving into many questions explored in Fluoridation Facts through conversations with experts. Read More
Aug 13, 2025
ADA Forsyth Friday: How clear aligners shape mouth’s bacterial ecosystem
Researchers at ADA Forsyth are investigating how wearing clear aligners changes the bacterial environment in the mouth. Read More
Aug 11, 2025
Register for dental editors’ conference in San Diego
Dental communicators will converge in San Diego for the American Association of Dental Editors and Journalists Annual Conference. Read More
Aug 8, 2025
ADA seeks ambassadors to help address workforce shortages
The ADA is seeking volunteers for its workforce ambassador program to help address workforce shortages. Read More
Aug 7, 2025
Dentist to pay more than $500,000 after allegedly filing false Medicaid claims
A dentist will pay more than $500,000 to the state of Oklahoma after he allegedly submitted false claims to the state’s Medicaid program. Read More
Aug 7, 2025
ADA Board implements $20 million in cuts from 2025 budget
The ADA is carrying out more than $20 million in expense reductions, as indicated by the 2025 budget. Read More
Aug 4, 2025
August JADA finds dentists can use parents’ photos to detect caries in children
Dentists can use parent-obtained smartphone photos to accurately assess visible caries in children, according to a study published in JADA. Read More
Aug 1, 2025
3 things you missed in government this week
ADA News is providing a roundup of happenings in government you may have missed this week. Read More
