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American Dental Association The American Dental Association is America's leading advocate for oral health. We’re here to help you stay healthy from the dental chair to daily care.

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02/20/2026

: Are you a dentist interested in an academic career? Or a dental educator looking to refine your teaching skills? The ADA is offering scholarships for members to attend a teaching and leadership training program this summer. Learn more and apply by March 20 at ADA.org/CDELscholarship.

Congratulations to Dr. Tara Peterson and the U.S. women’s curling team for icing out the competition. Good luck in tomor...
02/19/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Tara Peterson and the U.S. women’s curling team for icing out the competition. Good luck in tomorrow's semifinals! Follow ADA News for updates. https://social.ada.org/40ihwnA

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is initiating a review of the science on fluoride in drinking water. The ADA i...
02/18/2026

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is initiating a review of the science on fluoride in drinking water. The ADA is urging review to follow rigorous, peer-reviewed scientific standards in its fluoride assessment plan. The ADA submitted written comments to the EPA in June 2025 and is planning to submit additional information this year to reinforce the position that community fluoridated drinking water remains a safe and effective public health measure.
For more information or to learn how to comment by Feb. 27, visit ADA.org/EPAFluorideReview

This National Children’s Dental Health Month, point caregivers to safe and effective, kid-friendly oral care products di...
02/18/2026

This National Children’s Dental Health Month, point caregivers to safe and effective, kid-friendly oral care products displaying the ADA Seal of Acceptance® — such as fun-flavored fluoride toothpastes, mouthrinses and child-sized toothbrushes. Use the “Kids” filter on the ADA Seal product page and learn more here: https://social.ada.org/3OfDPrl]

Have you had particular issues with claims submitted for Medicare Advantage supplemental dental benefits? CMS has an ele...
02/17/2026

Have you had particular issues with claims submitted for Medicare Advantage supplemental dental benefits? CMS has an electronic submission form for submitting complaints, and wants to hear from dentists about specific claim issues. To submit your complaint, please visit the link here: https://social.ada.org/4atYboo

Gain an edge by becoming an ADA member. Access expert guidance, scientific advancements, member discounts and more. Join...
02/16/2026

Gain an edge by becoming an ADA member. Access expert guidance, scientific advancements, member discounts and more. Join us today! Learn more here: https://social.ada.org/3OxZRpk

02/14/2026

: The Indian Health Service announced it will stop using dental amalgam in its facilities by 2027. The ADA continues to support the use of dental amalgam based on a dentist’s clinical judgment and current scientific evidence that it is a safe, durable and affordable material to treat cavities.

Following the Indian Health Service’s announcement, dentists may receive questions from patients about amalgam. The ADA has prepared a resource to help dentists talk to their patients about this topic, available at ADA.org/IndianHealthServices.

02/13/2026

: Looking for ways to make your mouth extra kissable this Valentine’s Day? Here are 4 MouthHealthy tips for your smile to be a vision of love on February 14. Find more advice at MouthHealthy.org/ValentinesDay

02/12/2026

: Members are concerned about reimbursement pressures. While federal antitrust laws prevent the ADA from negotiating rates directly, the Association continues to advocate for insurance reform, advance legislative solutions, and provide tools to help dentists address reimbursement challenges.
Learn more at ADA.org/ReimbursementRates

02/10/2026

This week, Erika Benavides, D.D.S., Ph.D. gives “Dental Sound Bites™” listeners an overview of the new radiography recommendations developed by an expert panel established by the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs and endorsed by the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (AAOMR).

This evidence-informed guidance confirms the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle recognized in both dentistry and medicine to minimize exposure over a patient’s lifetime and only order X-rays when clinically necessary. Listen in the ADA Member App, on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

https://social.ada.org/3MnVgFI

Recruiting and retaining front-office talent is harder than ever. ADA’s new Patient Service Coordinator Program delivers...
02/09/2026

Recruiting and retaining front-office talent is harder than ever. ADA’s new Patient Service Coordinator Program delivers a role-specific, self-paced path to mastering registration, insurance, billing, EHR workflows and empathetic patient communication. Simplify your training and register your staff today! Learn more here: https://social.ada.org/4bOJdLQ

Today, the American Dental Association Foundation (ADAF) officially kicks off Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) 2026 events at UT...
02/06/2026

Today, the American Dental Association Foundation (ADAF) officially kicks off Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) 2026 events at UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry marking 24 years of transforming children’s lives through this access to oral health care initiative.
GKAS has helped improve the oral health of more than 10.2 million children across the U.S. since 2023. In the year ahead, GKAS plans to mobilize 23,000 dental volunteers across 1,200 events to serve an estimated 325,000 children through free oral health education, dental screenings, cleanings, and preventive and/or restorative services. The program also supports follow-up care and helping families find dental homes.
Thank you to all dentist and dental team volunteers and national program sponsors Henry Schein, Inc. and Colgate!

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