ADA urges Principal to reconsider documentation for periapical radiographs
On February 20, 2026ADA leaders from the Council on Dental Benefit Programs and staff met Feb. 20 with senior Principal representatives.… Read more
Proposed ADA standards available for review by March 22
On February 19, 2026Three new standards are available for review and comment from the ADA Standards Program.… Read more
ADA seeks dental imaging experts to inform response to federal interoperability request
On February 18, 2026The ADA is calling on subject matter experts in dental imaging and informatics to participate in a special information gathering session.… Read more
Indian Health Service to end dental amalgam use by 2027
On February 12, 2026In response to the announcement, the ADA said it continues to support the use of dental amalgam based on dentists' clinical judgment.… Read more
ADA offers scholarships for teaching and leadership training program
On February 12, 2026Several full-tuition scholarships are available for the Academy for Advancing Leadership's Institute for Teaching and Learning.… Read more
CMS proposes reversal of adult dental essential health benefit policy in payment notice
On February 11, 2026CMS is proposing to reverse course on a policy that allowed states to include routine adult dental services as an essential health benefit. … Read more
CMS launches online complaint form for providers to report Medicare Advantage issues
On February 11, 2026CMS implemented an online process allowing health care providers to submit complaints about Medicare Advantage plans directly to the agency.… Read more
President signs funding package securing oral health investments
On February 6, 2026President Donald Trump signed a $1.2 trillion bipartisan spending bill Feb. 3, ending the partial government shutdown.… Read more
What to know about ADA Seal
On February 6, 2026For nearly 100 years, the ADA Seal of Acceptance has helped consumers make informed decisions about dental products.… Read more