Oct 25, 2023

What if Dentistry Was Disorganized?

This editorial from 1931, written at the front end of the Great Depression, gives us much to contemplate.1 After all, as members of the dental profession, we continue to have a public to serve emerging from the Covid-19 Pandemic. We are entrusted by society with the right to self-regulate.

Oct 25, 2023

Pain, Pills and New Perceptions

The beauty of dentistry and medicine, in general, is the ever-present evolution and growth of evidence-based practices guided by novel understanding. The advancement of knowledge allows our “practice” of the healing arts, to be refined continuously to better serve our patients and customize treatment modalities for maximized efficacy in rendering patient care.

Oct 25, 2023

Healthy Mouth, Healthy Brain: Exploring the Connection Between Periodontitis and Neurodegenerative Disease

Often, public perception in dentistry is that of concern for cavities, broken teeth, and missing teeth. In light of what our patients can see or perceive, there is a silent menace that goes undetected and, in many cases, is overlooked or under-emphasized.

Sep 12, 2025

House passes defense bill with ADA-supported dental provisions 

The House passed its version of the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which includes several ADA-supported dental provisions.

Sep 12, 2025

ADA urges for operational improvements with payments for limited dental services in Medicare

The ADA is asking CMS to keep the current scope of dental services under Medicare while pushing for improvements in how they are reimbursed.

Sep 12, 2025

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of government happenings you may have missed this week.

Sep 10, 2025

ADA warns of phishing scam targeting membership renewals

In light of a recent phishing attempt, the ADA is reminding dentists to stay vigilant about cybersecurity.

Sep 9, 2025

What to know about information-blocking regulations

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced Sept. 3 that it plans to “crack down” on information blocking.

Sep 9, 2025

Combating misinformation

The National Advisory Committee on Health Literacy in Dentistry is combating misinformation through a student video contest and more.