News

Feb 11, 2026

CMS proposes reversal of adult dental essential health benefit policy in payment notice 

CMS is proposing to reverse course on a policy that allowed states to include routine adult dental services as an essential health benefit.  Read More

Feb 11, 2026

CMS launches online complaint form for providers to report Medicare Advantage issues

CMS implemented an online process allowing health care providers to submit complaints about Medicare Advantage plans directly to the agency. Read More

Feb 6, 2026

Give Kids A Smile 2026 kicks off in Houston

Nearly 200 children received free dental care Feb. 6 during the national ADA Foundation Give Kids A Smile kickoff in Houston. Read More

Feb 6, 2026

EPA initiates accelerated review of fluoride in drinking water

The ADA is urging members to contact the EPA after the agency said it will initiate an accelerated review of fluoride in drinking water. Read More

Feb 6, 2026

President signs funding package securing oral health investments

President Donald Trump signed a $1.2 trillion bipartisan spending bill Feb. 3, ending the partial government shutdown. Read More

Feb 6, 2026

What to know about ADA Seal

For nearly 100 years, the ADA Seal of Acceptance has helped consumers make informed decisions about dental products. Read More

Feb 5, 2026

Maintain transparency, access in Medicare Advantage dental benefits, ADA urges CMS 

The ADA is urging the CMS to maintain strong oversight of Medicare Advantage supplemental dental benefits. Read More

Feb 5, 2026

American Association of Dental Editors and Journalists releases guidance on AI use in publishing

The association's 17 consensus statements emphasize accuracy and transparency. Read More

Feb 5, 2026

Maintain transparency, access in Medicare Advantage dental benefits, ADA urges CMS 

The ADA is urging the CMS to maintain strong oversight of Medicare Advantage supplemental dental benefits. Read More

Feb 2, 2026

February JADA examines burden of severe periodontitis

The burden of severe periodontitis remains a public health concern in the U.S., according to the cover story of the February issue of JADA. Read More