ADA guideline prioritizes clinical exam over vital staining in early oral cancer detection
On April 6, 2026The recommendations reiterate the importance of exams while advising against the use of vital staining to evaluate the need for biopsy.… Read more
April JADA evaluates water fluoridation benefits, impact of discontinuation
On April 6, 2026Dentists should advise policymakers and their patients not to abandon community water fluoridation, according to the JADA cover story.… Read more
ADA Member Advantage-endorsed CyraCom joins Propio Language Services
On April 3, 2026CyraCom has been endorsed for nine years by ADA Member Advantage to provide interpretation and translation services for dental offices.… Read more
Dear ADA: Noncovered services
On March 30, 2026If a plan denies a procedure as a noncovered service, why am I still required to accept the contracted PPO fee instead of my full fee?… Read more
Q&A: What are your ethical obligations if another dentist dies before completing treatment?
On March 26, 2026A recent news report described financial challenges faced by patients who had prepaid for treatment before their dentist unexpectedly died.… Read more
Lobby Day 2026 delivers strong impact
On March 25, 2026Approximately 500 dentists and dental students gathered in Washington, D.C., for Lobby Day 2026.… Read more
ADA adds mental health, GLP-1 questions to health history forms
On March 25, 2026The updated forms became available for purchase through the ADA Store on March 24.… Read more