ADA News

Sep 30, 2026

American Certifying Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology applies for national recognition

Parties have until Nov. 13 to comment on the request to be recognized as the national certifying board for oral and maxillofacial radiology. Read More

Sep 28, 2026

First ADA living guideline reaffirms dental exams crucial to detecting oral cancer early

Clinical oral exams are critical to the early detection of oral cancer while biopsies remain the gold standard for definitive diagnosis. Read More

Sep 28, 2026

Dear ADA: Recoupments

Many dentists and staff members are surprised the first time a payment is reduced because of an issue involving a different patient. Read More

Sep 25, 2026

No new dental requirements in updated CDC infection control guidance

Although the updated CDC guidance excludes dentists, the ADA says there are takeaways that may be useful for developing employee policies. Read More

Sep 24, 2026

ADA to launch CBCT training for dentists, teams

The ADA is launching a cone-beam computed tomography training program with learning options for both dentists and team members. Read More

Sep 23, 2026

ADA urges CMS to account for dental data in Medicaid IT standards

The ADA is urging CMS to ensure dental data and technology are incorporated into new standards being developed for state Medicaid systems.  Read More

Sep 22, 2026

ADA welcomes Jonathan Burke, D.M.D., as new NIDCR director

The ADA is welcoming Jonathan Burke, D.M.D., as the new director of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, or NIDCR.  Read More

Sep 22, 2026

ADA raises concerns about proposed accreditation rule changes

The ADA is raising concerns about proposed changes to federal regulations governing the recognition of accrediting agencies. Read More

Sep 22, 2026

400 laws and counting: Dental advocacy is driving change

Dentists and advocates across the country have helped advance 400 pieces of legislation aimed at improving dental insurance. Read More

Sep 22, 2026

400 laws and counting: dental advocacy is driving change

Dentists and advocates across the country have helped advance 400 pieces of legislation aimed at improving dental insurance. Read More

Sep 18, 2026

ADA calls for greater oversight of dental insurance markets

The ADA is urging Congress to strengthen oversight of dental insurance markets. Read More

Sep 18, 2026

My View: What do we own?

It's a simple question, but it quickly gets complicated. Read More

Sep 17, 2026

ADA governance evaluation enters key synthesis stage

The ADA’s governance and organizational health evaluation has moved from research and data collection to review and synthesis. Read More

Sep 17, 2026

Written testimony for ADA House of Delegates reference committees due Oct. 5

Members and nonmembers of the ADA have until 5 p.m. CDT Oct. 5 to submit written testimony for the hearings taking place in Indianapolis. Read More

Sep 17, 2026

Collaboration helps drive positive insurance changes in multiple states

ADA and state organizations work together to oppose Aetna's efforts to charge a fee for providing dentists with payment via paper checks. Read More

Sep 16, 2026

House committee considers DOC Access Act

The ADA submitted comments expressing support for the DOC Access Act ahead of a hearing for the House E&C Committee's Health Subcommittee. Read More

Sep 16, 2026

ADA launches oral health certification for community health workers

The ADA Oral Health Ambassador Certificate for Community Health Workers is meant to prepare them to educate patients about oral health. Read More

Sep 14, 2026

ADA urges NIDCR to prioritize prevention, oral-systemic research in next strategic plan

The ADA is urging NIDCR to maintain strong investment in core oral health research while expanding its focus on oral-systemic health. Read More

Sep 10, 2026

ADA opposes proposed removal of Head Start oral health standards

The ADA is urging the federal government to retain Head Start requirements related to oral health. Read More

Sep 8, 2026

September JADA highlights product development strategies that lead to clinical adoption

The September cover story highlights the need to design scientific studies with the goal of translating findings into adoptable innovations. Read More