May 4, 2026

ADA council addresses orthopedic guideline on dental care for prosthetic joint patients

The orthopedic guideline’s primary recommendations on antibiotic prophylaxis align with the ADA’s own clinical practice guideline from 2015. Read More

May 4, 2026

May JADA evaluates ability of automated testing platform to detect HPV in saliva

The study compared the abilities of an automated testing platform and conventional testing techniques to detect HPV. Read More

May 4, 2026

Education Department finalizes student loan rule implementing 2025 law

The U.S. Department of Education released a final rule updating federal student loan regulations under Title IV of the Higher Education Act. Read More

Apr 30, 2026

Colorado enacts dental insurance reform targeting network leasing practices 

Gov. Jared Polis signed House Bill 1070 into law, establishing new requirements for dental insurance network leasing practices in Colorado. Read More

Apr 30, 2026

Organized Dentistry Coalition calls for protection of federal oral health infrastructure

The ODC is calling for continued support of federal oral health programs within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Read More

Apr 30, 2026

ADA urges FTC Healthcare Task Force to scrutinize dental insurance markets, improve transparency 

The ADA is calling on the Federal Trade Commission to more closely examine competition and transparency in dental insurance. Read More

Apr 28, 2026

ADA selects firm to conduct governance and organizational health evaluation

The ADA has selected Vista Cova, a consulting firm with extensive experience in nonprofit and association management. Read More

Apr 28, 2026

ADA 2026 Scientific Session to tackle real clinical challenges faced by dentists

The CE program will bring together leading experts to provide actionable insights. Read More

Apr 28, 2026

You Ask, We Answer: Does water fluoridation present unusual safety concerns for water facility operators?

The ADA News is delving into many questions explored in Fluoridation Facts through conversations with experts. Read More

Apr 27, 2026

US Olympic & Paralympic Committee seeks dentists to join volunteer network

The committee is seeking dentists to join its volunteer network to provide free basic dental care to eligible athletes. Read More

Apr 24, 2026

Guide offers resources, data dentists can use to encourage HPV vaccination

The latest action guide from the National HPV Vaccination Roundtable outlines steps dentists can take to help prevent oropharyngeal cancer. Read More

Apr 21, 2026

Health organizations press Congress to boost Indian Health Service funding

The AI/AN Health Partners sent letters to House and Senate appropriators urging increased funding for IHS in fiscal year 2027. Read More

Apr 20, 2026

ADA releases updated sedation and anesthesia guidelines

The guidelines reflect current, evidence-informed standards to support consistency, preparedness and patient safety across the profession. Read More

Apr 20, 2026

ADA seeks feedback on recommendations for using salivary tests in oral cancer detection

The ADA Living Guideline Program is accepting comments through May 1. Read More

Apr 17, 2026

Oklahoma strengthens noncovered services protections in new law

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed into law a bill clarifying that dental insurance companies may not set fees for services they do not cover. Read More

Apr 17, 2026

New research reaffirms recommended fluoride levels do not negatively affect IQ

A recent study found no evidence that water fluoridation is negatively associated with adolescent IQ or adult cognitive functioning. Read More

Apr 16, 2026

Virginia governor signs ADA-supported workforce bills into law

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed into law two dental workforce-related measures backed by both the VDA and the ADA. Read More

Apr 15, 2026

Applications open for 2026-27 ADA Certified Clinic Director Program

Launched by the ADA in 2025, the ADA Certified Clinic Director is an executive-level credential for dental clinic directors. Read More

Apr 14, 2026

ADA, American Board of Dental Examiners advance dental licensure exams through new agreement

The two organizations finalized an agreement to license the ADA’s DLOSCE for incorporation into the ADEX Dental Examination. Read More

Apr 14, 2026

67 changes coming to CDT 2027

Sixty-seven changes are coming to the CDT Code in 2027, including 28 additions, 33 revisions and six editorial updates. Read More