Sep 2, 2025 September JADA finds dental fear still prevalent in US Nearly 73% of adults report they are afraid of going to the dentist, according to a study published in JADA.
Aug 30, 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill’s impact on student loans The ADA sent a letter to the Education Department outlining the impact on dental students who participate in federal student loan programs.
Aug 29, 2025 ADA treasurer offers deeper dive into finances ADA Treasurer Cody Graves, D.D.S., M.B.A., sent a newsletter focused on the formation of the ADA Forsyth Institute,
Aug 29, 2025 ADA lobbies to reduce nicotine in cigarettes The ADA is supporting a proposed rule to reduce nicotine levels in cigarettes and other combustible tobacco products.
Aug 28, 2025 Nominate chair for Strategic Forecasting Committee The Strategic Forecasting Committee is seeking nominations for a chair to serve a two-year term.
Aug 27, 2025 ADA launches AI-powered credentialing solution, urges plan administrators to join effort The ADA Delegated Credentialing Service, powered by LightSpun, builds on the success of the ADA-CAQH Provider Data Portal.
Aug 27, 2025 ADA advocates for removing stigmatizing questions from licensure applications The ADA recently sent a letter to every state dental board to share best practices and resources.
Aug 27, 2025 ‘Dr. Violin,’ wellness advocate, recipient of Distinguished Service Award The ADA Board of Trustees awarded Bill Claytor, Jr., D.D.S., the ADA’s 2025 Distinguished Service Award.
Aug 25, 2025 ADA, coalition urge Congress to support health care workforce The ADA is urging Congress to reauthorize federal programs that support the nation’s health care workforce.
Aug 21, 2025 Filmmaker Brett Culp to deliver SmileCon 2025 keynote address Brett Culp — an acclaimed filmmaker, social entrepreneur and keynote speaker — will deliver the SmileCon Opening Session keynote address.