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.

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.

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.

ADA urges EPA to strengthen scientific rigor in fluoride health assessment 

The ADA urged the EPA to strengthen the protocols in its accelerated review of potential health effects of fluoride in drinking water. Read More

ADA Foundation launches disaster relief fund

The ADA Foundation has launched a new grant program to support states as they assist dentists impacted by natural disasters. Read More

Oral History: Dr. Emmett Bolden

This ADA News series seeks to highlight pivotal people and moments that have helped shape the dental profession, community and beyond. Read More

ADA backs independent fluoride review at House hearing 

The ADA is urging lawmakers to bolster scientific oversight of potential federal fluoride regulations. Read More

ADA responds to HHS request for information on AI adoption in dentistry

The ADA submitted a response to DHHS' request for information on artificial intelligence adoption in clinical care. Read More

ADA president discusses Oral Health 2050 Initiative at dental innovators event