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Association advising members to not place further product orders from Overstocker

Platform for better dental plans endorsed by ADA

‘The ripples of wellness go well beyond the walls of our practices’

Legislation would ensure many dental workforce programs continue

Why practices are struggling to find talent

Bipartisan bill funds programs to strengthen access to health care

The latest from ADA Health Policy Institute’s August 2023 Economic Outlook and Emerging Issues in Dentistry poll.

Fraudsters impersonate sheriff’s deputies in phone scam

High magnitude quake left thousands dead

Association advising members to not place further product orders from Overstocker

Opportunities include SmileDash, Give Kids A Smile Pack & Give Back

The collaboration between the ADA and state associations demonstrates the importance of a unified approach to achieving common goals for dentistry.

The article “August JADA Explores Saliva-Based Testing,” was very interesting.

‘With help from others and faith in yourself, get up’

Main benefits include reduced number of patient visits, increased access and quality of care

Offerings include savings on vehicles during SmileCon in Orlando

Livestream broadcast option available for House of Delegates

Register by Sept. 25 for advocacy breakfast

Award recognizes individual who ‘has made contributions to his/her peers and the dental laboratory profession and has gone above and beyond the call of duty’

Only about 15% of veterans eligible for VA dental benefits

Three colleges at different levels of development talk about joys, challenges of opening dental schools

Now available for free download in the ADA Store

Association policy supports opioid prescription limits, mandatory CE for dentists

Total of 36 people had medical or dental procedures using tainted product lot

Hawaii Dental Association Foundation establishes disaster relief fund to aid affected dentists

New campaign shows the power of possibilities, unity in membership

CDC recommends dental unit waterlines be treated regularly with disinfectants

Researchers to evaluate potential to predict inflammatory bowel disease flare-ups in pediatric patients

EPA and fluoride

Locum tenens is person who temporarily fulfills the duties of another

Code, which goes into effect on Jan.1, 2024, includes new category for sleep apnea services.

Save 15% on Occupational Safety and Health Administration products in ADA Store by using the promo code 23111 by Nov. 30.

Over the past decade, practice revenues increased by 2.2% while practice expenses increased by 7.7%.

The New Dentist News has a dynamic new website filled with the latest stories and resources geared toward younger dentists.

4 teams to compete in trivia, other challenges during Dental Olympics

The Standards Committee on Dental Informatics has approved the following new standard for circulation and comment:

Sen. Sanders’ bill would also establish a pilot program supporting community-based training of dental students at federally qualified health centers, tribal health centers and rural health centers.

Total of 36 people had medical or dental procedures using tainted product lot

This series from the ADA News highlights facts about each to help paint a picture of the current dental education landscape.

Summary of what's happening nationwide

Meeting will kick off with ‘America’s Got Talent’ cellists, close with remarks by Emmy winner

Frequency of injuries among dental students ‘alarmingly high’

The meetings will be held at the Hilton Orlando in conjunction with SmileCon.

Attend free offering to learn why treatment plan agreed upon by patient may be denied

EDRs can meet clinical, business needs

National effort tracks costs, automation of key administrative transactions for medical, dental industries

Alert cautions some 130 hospital systems, telehealth providers about using tracking technologies on their websites, mobile apps

Guide provides discussion how health care entities can help protect against AI-enhanced cyberthreats

Research breakthroughs could lead to increased clinical applications

A new standard that would help dentists determine patients’ dental plan benefits prior to care is available for comment from the ADA Standards Committee on Dental Informatics.

New features enable members to connect with members in their state and/or local societies, users currently online, mentors

Act reauthorizes funding for the federal oral health workforce grant program

ADA executive director discusses need for collaboration

Bill would extend ADH program through 2028

Groups urge HRSA not to transition oral health to state measure

ADA streaming free webinar on Aug. 22

ADA leaders believe bill could strengthen dental workforce

Expert panel advises conservative approaches may decrease risk of adverse effects

ADA-endorsed Bento a modern alternative to traditional dental insurance

Videos walk patients through topics ranging from brushing and flossing to implants and root canals

The ADA sent comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services June 29 on two proposed Medicaid rules, one on fee-for-service and one on managed care.

Most hygienists and assistants received wage increases in the past year

Legislation would make 20-percent deduction for small- and individually-owned businesses permanent

Use the ADA’s contract negotiations toolkit to discuss potential increases in fee schedules with payers

“What’s the value of being a member of the ADA?”

Letter: 'Inadequate numbers and maldistribution of health care professionals mean a lack of access to health care'

Dr. John Featherstone focused research career on caries management, dental lasers

‘Women need to create our seat at the table’

Group plans to offer networking, mentorship, outreach opportunities

Digests cover digital workflows, implants, peri-implantitis

Legislation would prohibit dental, vision plans from setting fees network doctors may charge for services not covered by insurers

ADA leaders believe bill could strengthen dental workforce

Bill would help assist dental, dental hygiene training programs attract, retain faculty through loan repayment program

Volunteers traveled to Warsaw, Poland, to partner with International Medical Relief

Public feedback used as guidance for decision by ADA Council on Dental Benefit Programs

Research led by ADASRI scientist highlights benefits of oral health coaching

Expert panel advises conservative approaches may decrease risk of adverse effects

Research led by ADASRI scientist highlights benefits of oral health coaching

One-day summit will address the importance of prioritizing the dental community’s well-being

Public feedback used as guidance for decision by ADA Council on Dental Benefit Programs

Contest open from June 19-Aug 18; winners announced Nov. 10

Our recent editorial “Value Based Care in Dentistry: Is the Future Here?” has sparked quite the reaction among the provider community. We have received lots of feedback through various forums, with a wide variety of opinions and reactions.

ADA Member Advantage has selected Compliancy Group as the exclusive OSHA compliance management solution recommended for all association members.

This series from the ADA News highlights facts about each to help paint a picture of the current dental education landscape.

Constance Wu, known for her starring roles in the romantic comedy “Crazy Rich Asians” and TV comedy “Fresh Off the Boat,” will kick off SmileCon on Oct. 5 in Florida.

Thirteen percent of dentists nationwide were affiliated with a dental service organization in 2022.

With the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency in the U.S. on May 11, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is no longer receiving data to publish community transmission levels of SARS-CoV-2 — a metric the CDC used to inform its recommendations for broader masking in health care facilities.

Streamlined claim process with the upcoming ADA Dental Claim Form update! Stay focused on patient care as we address obstacles faced by dentists and their teams.

Data point to patients' return, government relief

UCSF Health, UCSF Dentistry merge medical and oral health records to provide holistic care

Directory would serve as 'centralized data hub' for health care providers, others

The ADA continues to support...

Nonprofit honors those who have served by finding volunteer dentists willing to serve them with donated dental care

David Jadin, D.D.S., transforms waiting area into Lego lovers' paradise

Washington — The American Dental Association and more than 100 organizations are...

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke of the National Institutes of Health has awarded a grant to

Dentists across the country are largely in favor of...

At least three manufacturers of amoxicillin are...

Movies, TV shows, songs, art put profession in spotlight

In an effort to better highlight trusted health information for consumers, YouTube is...

Professor who guided UCSD Student-Run Free Dental Clinics dies

At least 14 states finish 2022 state legislature season with victories

The ADA is interested in...

Three free webinars scheduled for July 13, Aug. 23, Sept. 22