Survey finds Americans more likely to trust ADA than RFK Jr. on fluoride information
On June 19, 2026A survey found that Americans are more likely to trust the ADA about fluoride in drinking water than RFK Jr.… Read more
Dear ADA: Downcoding
On June 18, 2026Downcoding occurs when a payer reimburses a claim using a procedure code different from the one reported by the dentist.… Read more
Student loan changes ahead? ADA’s new guide can help
On June 17, 2026The ADA is introducing a new Student Loan Resource Guide to help dental students understand changes to federal student aid programs.… Read more
ADA 2026 Scientific Session highlights value of peer-to-peer connections
On June 17, 2026Through conversations with peers, dentists can exchange insights to take back to their own practices.… Read more
Organized Dentistry Coalition backs bill to reauthorize CDC oral health program
On June 16, 2026The Organized Dentistry Coalition is voicing support for legislation that would reauthorize a key federal oral health program.… Read more
ADA pilot program offers blueprint for increasing dentist participation within Medicaid, launches new multistate partnership
On June 16, 2026A new ADA report demonstrates that collaboration can help increase dentist participation in Medicaid.… Read more
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