American Dental Association

05/01/2026

The National Fluoridation Advisory Committee (NFAC), an expert committee of the ADA, met today to continue its work educating the public on the oral and overall health benefits of water fluoridation. ADA spokesperson Dr. Tricia Quartey speaks with NFAC member Dr. Scott Tomar about the committee. Get information and resources to help educate your communities at ADA.org/fluoridation.

05/01/2026

: To kick-off Mental Health Awareness Month, the ADA is highlighting free resources for all dental professionals and dental students to help reduce stress, relieve burnout and support colleagues. Learn more at ADA.org/mentalhealth.

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

Management of the Open Apex: Practical Endodontic Strategies for the General Dentist, focuses on real-world strategies to help you provide optimal care for young patients. Appropriate for dentists; earn 3 CE credits. Register for this May 15 Live Webinar today!
Learn more here: https://social.ada.org/4t0Blf9

04/28/2026

Agenda Builder for the ADA 2026 Scientific Session is live!
This year’s program delivers greater rigor and depth, moving beyond surface-level learning to support real-world clinical decision-making and patient care.
Engage with evidence-based clincal topics shaping dentistry today led by clinicians and researchers with years of experience. Review course descriptions to support clinical decision-making and understand what you’ll learn with Agenda Builder.
Explore the full list of specialty topics at ADA.org/SciSession. Registration opens May 27.
Oct. 8–10, 2026 | Indianapolis

04/27/2026

HPV-related cancers are evolving, with diagnoses increasingly seen in younger patients. Oral health professionals playing a critical role in preventing HPV-related cancers, which is why the ADA collaborated with the American Cancer Society and the American Association of Public Health Dentistry to update the 2019 guide.

Access the guide to explore the latest data and learn how oral health professionals can help increase HPV vaccination rates at ADA.org/HPV.

04/24/2026

: New research reaffirms that community water fluoridation in the U.S. at the recommended levels does not negatively impact IQ or cognitive function. Learn more at ADA.org/fluorideIQ

04/23/2026

: In a major advocacy win for the Oklahoma Dental Association and the ADA, new legislation was passed to strengthen noncovered services protections, closing a loophole that insurers used to influence fees for services they don’t cover.

Learn more about the decade-long effort at ADA.org/OKprotections

04/23/2026

Saturday is National Take Back Day. If you have unused prescription medications, take the opportunity to dispose of them safely and anonymously. Visit dea.gov/takebackday to find a collection site near you and learn more about opioids and dental pain at MouthHealthy.org/opioids.

04/23/2026

Dear ADA: Understanding the difference between noncovered and nonpayable services in your state is key. When a service isn’t paid, it doesn’t always mean it’s “noncovered.” In many plans, coverage is based on benefit eligibility, which can still limit what dentists can charge.
While state laws vary, the ADA is working to strengthen noncovered service laws, advance federal reforms, and provide guidance to help dentists navigate these challenges. Learn more at ADA.org/noncoveredservices

04/22/2026

The ADA Living Guideline Program is seeking feedback on the new draft recommendations for the use of salivary testing adjuncts in detecting oral cancer.
Help shape the recommendations by submitting your comments by May 1 at https://ADA.org/GuidelineComments

04/21/2026

You're not alone. If you or a dental colleague are struggling with mental health or substance use, there's help and more dentists are opening up about it than ever. This week on "Dental Sound Bites™," Bill Claytor, D.D.S., shares the resources available when you or someone on your team needs support.

Listen in the ADA Member App, on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. https://social.ada.org/4sLoLQW