WSDA Retro: Expert Workers' Compensation Support at No Cost to Members

The WSDA Retro program, available exclusively to WSDA members, offers free benefits and support on workers' compensation issues.

Student loan changes ahead? ADA’s new guide can help 

The ADA is introducing a new Student Loan Resource Guide to help dental students understand changes to federal student aid programs. Read More

ADA 2026 Scientific Session highlights value of peer-to-peer connections

Through conversations with peers, dentists can exchange insights to take back to their own practices. Read More

ADA pilot program offers blueprint for increasing dentist participation within Medicaid, launches new multistate partnership 

A new ADA report demonstrates that collaboration can help increase dentist participation in Medicaid. Read More

Organized Dentistry Coalition backs bill to reauthorize CDC oral health program

The Organized Dentistry Coalition is voicing support for legislation that would reauthorize a key federal oral health program. Read More

ADA Standards Program seeks volunteers for new work projects

The ADA Standards Program is seeking volunteers for 15 new work projects on oral rinses, fluoride varnishes and more. Read More

ADA urges dental-specific approach in CMS interoperability, prior authorization proposal 

The ADA is calling for dentistry’s health information technology challenges to be taken into account amid interoperability advancements. Read More

ADA urges Congress to focus transparency efforts on dental benefit plans 

The ADA is urging House lawmakers to pursue health care transparency policies that avoid requirements ill-suited to dental practices.  Read More

North Carolina orthodontist, nearly 80-year ADA member, dies at 102

Henry Zaytoun, D.D.S., a nearly 80-year member of the American Dental Association, died May 25 at 102 years old. Read More

What to know about CAQH change to DataSpring, powered by CAQH

ADA members who use the ADA Credentialing Service, powered by CAQH, can continue to do so with no interruption in service. Read More

June JADA highlights dentists’ role in rare disease management

Although research is lacking for rare diseases, dentists can play a role in screening for oral signs and making prompt referrals. Read More

ADA Forsyth ranks 54th on list of US research institutions

The ADA Forsyth Institute is the only dental research institute named to the Cure Innovation Index. Read More

Federal funding sparks new dental workforce in underserved communities 

The ADA has long advocated for policies that strengthen the dental workforce and improve access to care. Read More

ADA highlights dentistry’s role in antibiotic stewardship, calls for practical support in national action plan

The ADA emphasized dentistry’s role in outpatient antibiotic prescribing and the need to be a steward of appropriate antibiotic use.  Read More

ADA governance and organizational health evaluation is underway, scheduled to conclude in October 2027

ADA calls for ‘deliberative approach’ in EPA fluoride review

The ADA is urging the EPA to take a more “deliberative approach” in its HHTA for fluoride. Read More

Prioritize well-being this Mental Health Awareness Month with ADA resources

The ADA offers various resources to help dentists prioritize their well-being during Mental Health Awareness Month. Read More

ADA Forsyth ranks No. 1 nationally in NIDCR funding to dental institutions

ADA Forsyth Institute researchers were awarded more than $11.8 million in grants in fiscal year 2025. Read More

ADA supports PARTNERS Act aimed at strengthening oversight of Medicare Advantage dental benefits 

The ADA is supporting legislation aimed at strengthening oversight and enforcement of Medicare Advantage supplemental dental benefits.  Read More

Dental College of Georgia breaks ground on second campus

The Dental College of Georgia Savannah is slated to open in summer 2028 on the Armstrong Campus of Georgia Southern University. Read More

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