ADA urges dental-specific approach in CMS interoperability, prior authorization proposal
On June 12, 2026The ADA is calling for dentistry’s health information technology challenges to be taken into account amid interoperability advancements.… Read more
ADA Standards Program seeks volunteers for new work projects
On June 12, 2026The ADA Standards Program is seeking volunteers for 15 new work projects on oral rinses, fluoride varnishes and more.… Read more
ADA urges Congress to focus transparency efforts on dental benefit plans
On June 11, 2026The ADA is urging House lawmakers to pursue health care transparency policies that avoid requirements ill-suited to dental practices. … Read more
What to know about CAQH change to DataSpring, powered by CAQH
On June 10, 2026ADA members who use the ADA Credentialing Service, powered by CAQH, can continue to do so with no interruption in service.… Read more
North Carolina orthodontist, nearly 80-year ADA member, dies at 102
On June 9, 2026Henry Zaytoun, D.D.S., a nearly 80-year member of the American Dental Association, died May 25 at 102 years old.… Read more
June JADA highlights dentists’ role in rare disease management
On June 8, 2026Although research is lacking for rare diseases, dentists can play a role in screening for oral signs and making prompt referrals.… Read more
ADA Forsyth ranks 54th on list of US research institutions
On June 5, 2026The ADA Forsyth Institute is the only dental research institute named to the Cure Innovation Index.… Read more
ADA highlights dentistry’s role in antibiotic stewardship, calls for practical support in national action plan
On June 3, 2026The ADA emphasized dentistry’s role in outpatient antibiotic prescribing and the need to be a steward of appropriate antibiotic use. … Read more
Federal funding sparks new dental workforce in underserved communities
On June 2, 2026The ADA has long advocated for policies that strengthen the dental workforce and improve access to care, including for the THCGME program.… Read more