Press Releases

CHICAGO, March 10, 2011—Millions of people use denture cream (also known as denture adhesive). Some, but not all, denture creams contain zinc. Recent case reports in the scientific literature indicate a possible association between excessive use of zinc-containing denture creams and neurological and hematological problems.

CHICAGO, February 9, 2011—In light of recent developments at the VA Center in Dayton, Ohio, the American Dental Association (ADA) understands that there may be heightened interest in infection control procedures in dental settings.

Washington, D.C.—The American Dental Association today commended Reps. Michael Burgess (R-Tex.) and Edolphus Towns (D-N.Y.) for introducing the Dental Emergency Responder Act (H.R. 570), a bill that would bolster the country's capacity to respond to natural disasters or terrorist attacks by taking advantage of dentists' extensive education, training and professionalism.

Washington, D.C., Feb. 3, 2011 -The American Dental Association today commended Sen. Debbie Stabenow's (D-Mich.) leadership in bringing about the Senate's unanimous vote to relieve dentists and other small employers from a law that would require filing of IRS 1099 forms for any exchange of goods or services valued at $600 or more in a year.  The requirement is a provision in last year's health reform law that the ADA and others believe did not reflect the intent of Congress or the President.

CHICAGO, Feb. 3, 2011- February is National Children's Dental Health Month, and the American Dental Association (ADA) encourages children to practice good oral health habits.

CHICAGO, Feb. 2, 2011 - The American Dental Association (ADA) invites all dentists and dental professionals to attend the 152nd Annual Session and World Marketplace Exhibition, to be held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center from Oct. 10-13.  Registration for the meeting will open on April 6.

CHICAGO, Jan.11, 2011 - The American Dental Association (ADA) recently announced the appointment of Sabrina A. King as its managing vice president for Human Resources/Organizational Development effective Jan. 18. As leader of the ADA's Human Resources Department, King's responsibilities will include providing strategic guidance to the executive staff regarding key organizational, employee and management issues.

CHICAGO, Jan. 10, 2010 - Two multi-disciplinary expert panels, convened by the American Dental Association (ADA) Council on Scientific Affairs, issued reports containing clinical recommendations on children's fluoride intake from infant formula and prescription fluoride supplements. 

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7, 2011—The American Dental Association (ADA) today commended the Federal agencies responsible for public health and safety for recalibrating the ratio of fluoride to water that they consider optimal based on scientific evaluation and the full appreciation of fluoride received from all sources.

CHICAGO, Dec. 21, 2010 – The American Dental Association (ADA) has announced the appointment of J. Craig Busey as its Chief Legal Counsel, with responsibilities for managing the organization’s Division of Legal Affairs.  

CHICAGO, DEC. 20, 2010 – The Certification Commission for Health Information Technology (CCHIT®) this week announced the appointment of Gregory Zeller, D.D.S., M.S., a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), to serve on its board of commissioners starting Jan. 1.

Washington, D.C., Dec. 15, 2010 - The American Dental Association today praised a Food and Drug Administration advisory panel's finding that the FDA acted appropriately when it ruled last year that dental amalgam is a safe and effective treatment option for the general population. 

CHICAGO, Dec 8, 2010—"We are extremely disappointed at the Pew Center for the States' apparent attempt to influence policy by 'selling' midlevel providers as a way for dentists to increase profits. These are critical issues and they should not be trivialized.  American Dental Association opposition to non-dentists performing surgical procedures, whether in a dental office or elsewhere, remains unchanged and unequivocal, and our position is based solely on what we believe best serves the public. 

CHICAGO,  Nov. 23, 2010—Today's New York Times' article, "Radiation Worries Rise with 3-D Dental Images," provides an in-depth look and differing opinions about the use of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in dentistry.  The American Dental Association (ADA) has reviewed the article and believes the story reinforces long-standing ADA positions supporting the judicious use of diagnostic imaging techniques and procedures that emit radiation.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2010—"The ADA welcomes the Kellogg Foundation to the fight to improve the oral health of the millions who suffer from its lack.  Unfortunately, the foundation's recent efforts to address this complex issue focus exclusively on expanding a single provider model, the controversial Alaska Dental Health Aide Therapist.  The limited research evaluation conducted by Kellogg did not provide the robust examination or projectable metrics on which to base such important policy and public health decisions."

CHICAGO, Nov. 4, 2010—The University of Oklahoma recently celebrated the completion of coursework by the first group of students in a pilot program created by the American Dental Association (ADA) to improve oral health in underserved communities.   The Community Dental Health Coordinator (CDHC) pilot program is modeled on the community health worker, which has proven extremely successful in similar capacities in the medical system.

CHICAGO, Oct. 29, 2010—The American Dental Association (ADA) acknowledged today that it deeply regrets not taking a stronger stand against discriminatory membership practices during the pre-civil rights era.ADA President Raymond Gist, D.D.S., said making the announcement public reinforces the ADA's commitment to a diverse and inclusive profession, moving us forward in a new spirit of collaboration to advance the dental profession and the oral health of the public. 

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2010 - The American Dental Association (ADA) said today that it welcomes an organization of the stature of the W.K .Kellogg Foundation to join the fight to improve the nation's oral health.

CHICAGO, Oct. 25, 2010—Young children who consume substantial amounts of fluoride through infant formula and other beverages mixed with fluoridated water or by swallowing fluoride toothpaste have an increased chance of developing mild enamel fluorosis, according to research published in the October issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association and supported by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. Children can continue using fluoridated water and fluoride toothpaste because fluoride has been proven to prevent tooth decay, and mild fluorosis does not negatively affect dental health or quality of life.

CHICAGO, Oct. 18, 2010 - The American College of Dentists (ACD) recently awarded Arthur A. Dugoni, D.D.S., and 10 other dentists with its Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Dugoni, a former American Dental Association (ADA) president and immediate past president of the ADA Foundation, was among the ACD fellows recognized for 50 or more years of ACD membership.