Mar 12, 2026 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
Mar 12, 2026 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
Mar 12, 2026 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
Mar 10, 2026 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
Mar 4, 2026 ADA joins coalition urging Education Department to adjust timeline for student loan changes The ADA is urging the Education Department to adjust the implementation timeline for student loan changes that could affect dental students. Read More
Mar 4, 2026 ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure seeks committee nominees The ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure is seeking nominees to serve on its committees this October. Read More
Mar 1, 2026 ADA reaffirms importance of clinical exams in early oral cancer detection The recommendations, published in JADA, are the first to be released as part of a living guideline on oral cancer detection. Read More
Feb 25, 2026 ADA urges EPA to strengthen scientific rigor in fluoride health assessment The ADA urged the EPA to strengthen the protocols in its accelerated review of potential health effects of fluoride in drinking water. Read More
Feb 24, 2026 ADA Foundation launches disaster relief fund The ADA Foundation has launched a new grant program to support states as they assist dentists impacted by natural disasters. Read More
Feb 24, 2026 Oral History: Dr. Emmett Bolden This ADA News series seeks to highlight pivotal people and moments that have helped shape the dental profession, community and beyond. Read More
Feb 23, 2026 ADA backs independent fluoride review at House hearing The ADA is urging lawmakers to bolster scientific oversight of potential federal fluoride regulations. Read More
Feb 23, 2026 ADA responds to HHS request for information on AI adoption in dentistry The ADA submitted a response to DHHS' request for information on artificial intelligence adoption in clinical care. Read More
Feb 20, 2026 ADA urges Principal to reconsider documentation for periapical radiographs ADA leaders from the Council on Dental Benefit Programs and staff met Feb. 20 with senior Principal representatives. Read More
Feb 19, 2026 Proposed ADA standards available for review by March 22 Three new standards are available for review and comment from the ADA Standards Program. Read More
Feb 17, 2026 ADA seeks dental imaging experts to inform response to federal interoperability request The ADA is calling on subject matter experts in dental imaging and informatics to participate in a special information gathering session. Read More
Feb 12, 2026 ADA offers scholarships for teaching and leadership training program Several full-tuition scholarships are available for the Academy for Advancing Leadership's Institute for Teaching and Learning. Read More
Feb 11, 2026 Indian Health Service to end dental amalgam use by 2027 In response to the announcement, the ADA said it continues to support the use of dental amalgam based on dentists' clinical judgment. Read More
Feb 10, 2026 CMS proposes reversal of adult dental essential health benefit policy in payment notice CMS is proposing to reverse course on a policy that allowed states to include routine adult dental services as an essential health benefit. Read More
Feb 10, 2026 CMS launches online complaint form for providers to report Medicare Advantage issues CMS implemented an online process allowing health care providers to submit complaints about Medicare Advantage plans directly to the agency. Read More