HRSA designates $85 million to expanding oral health services in health centers
09/18/2019
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration announced Sept. 18 an $85-million effort to expand oral health services at 298 health centers.
Appreciating dental office managers this September
09/17/2019
September is Office Manager Appreciation Month, an effort to recognize an integral part of the dental practice team whose contributions range from creating and implementing processes that improve patient experience to managing the practice’s online reputation and team training.
Reminder: BMO Harris Bank 1% rate reduction offer expires Sept. 30
09/17/2019
Association members can receive a 1% interest rate reduction — double the regular member rate of 0.5% — for loans up to $1 million if they apply by Sept. 30 with BMO Harris Bank, the ADA Member Advantage-endorsed lender for practice finance for ADA members.
ADA, AGD, AAPD urge CMS not to change process for documenting fee-for-service
09/17/2019
The ADA, Academy of General Dentistry and American Academy of Pediatric Denistry are urging the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to not rescind the requirement for states to submit Medicaid access monitoring review plans because they believe changing the requirements will have a negative impact on access to oral health care.
Coalition asks Congress to ban flavored tobacco products
09/12/2019
The coalition letter was sent two days ahead of the Trump Administration’s Sept. 11 announcement that it would seek to remove flavored e-cigarettes from the market.
Sept. 25 webinar to explore patient marijuana use
09/11/2019
The ADA is hosting a webinar Sept. 25 focusing on the increase in patient marijuana use — both medicinally and recreationally — and the ways dentists may respond.
Beyond the Mouth podcast goes beyond with second season
09/10/2019
Dr. Joy Poskozim, a Chicago dentist, said that she is an avid listener to podcasts and has found them to be a practical way to learn while on the road visiting nursing homes. That made her a willing participant in one of the episodes of the ADA Center for Professional Success-produced podcast Beyond the Mouth, which launched its second season premiere Sept. 4.
Comments invited on application to recognize dental anesthesiology as specialty
09/10/2019
The National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying Boards is inviting public comment on two applications for specialty recognition requesting that orofacial pain and oral medicine be recognized as dental specialties.
ADA president: ‘Dentists helping dentists — this is what the ADA is all about’
09/10/2019
Standing before the House of Delegates, new ADA President Chad P. Gehani said he considers it his “responsibility to ensure that the ADA remains the guardian of your life commitment to the profession — and I am not just talking about your dues dollars. The ADA must be a responsible custodian of your time as volunteers and of your talents as clinicians, researchers, and educators.
2019 House actions enhance state-based advocacy, financial stability of Association
09/10/2019
The ADA House of Delegates closed its 2019 session Monday with a balanced budget, adopting policies designed to support state-based advocacy, enhance the digital member experience and continue efforts to strengthen the financial stability of the Association.
NYU duo including ADA member dentist receives grant to further study oral cancer pain
09/09/2019
An ADA member who founded the New York University Oral Cancer Center was among researchers who received a $2.5 million grant to study the role of the protein artemin in oral cancer pain and growth.
A tale of two boroughs
09/09/2019
The Shippensburg Borough Council decided to continue its community water fluoridation program despite threats of ending the practice in early September. It was months after the neighboring town of Quarryville voted to nix fluoridation in its water supply, with proponents rallying and lobbying local officials in both Pennsylvania communities.
Deadline set for Tarrson awards
09/09/2019
Student leaders of dental school-based community outreach programs are encouraged to apply by Nov. 1 for an E. “Bud” Tarrson Dental School Student Community Leadership Award.
ADA Humanitarian Award nominations due Oct. 15
09/09/2019
The deadline to nominate a dentist for the ADA Humanitarian Award has been extended to Oct. 15.
Dr. Gehani installed as ADA president
09/09/2019
Dr. Chad P. Gehani, of Queens, New York, took office Sept. 9 as the 156th president of the American Dental Association.
Dr. W. Mark Donald elected Speaker of the House
09/09/2019
Dr. W. Mark Donald, a general dentist in Louisville, Mississippi, was elected Speaker of the House of Delegates Monday.
CE course highlights oral health community's role in HPV vaccinations
09/07/2019
Considering there are more than 34,000 new HPV-related cancer diagnoses made every year in the U.S. — with oral cancer the most prevalent cancer caused by HPV infection — health care providers, including dentists, have a big part to play.
Dr. Cole recounts a year of decisive ADA actions
09/07/2019
ADA President Jeffrey M. Cole promised the 2018 House of Delegates that the Association would "continue to take bold action on issues that impact our member dentists and our patients alike. We will address disruptions head-on and seek the most innovative ways to address our members' biggest concerns."
Mark Wahlberg shares passion for curbing opioid abuse
09/07/2019
Oscar-nominated actor and producer Mark Wahlberg has suffered the loss of friends from the opioid crisis.
Changing lives at University of California San Francisco Community Dental Clinic
09/06/2019
The University of California San Francisco Community Dental Clinic, which partners with community organizations assisting local underserved populations throughout the city, is working to fix that.
Disruption panel: Dentists need to adapt to changing profession
09/06/2019
From shifting patient and provider demographics and changing consumer expectations to the fast-evolving technological advances, dentists and the profession should be prepared to anticipate and adapt.
Embracing the evolution of digital dentistry
09/06/2019
Dr. Stanley, the conference's first keynote speaker, explored how consumer expectations and digital dentistry, along with the sharing economy of the profession, are shaping the future of dentistry.
ADA FDI 2019 kicks off today
09/05/2019
The ADA FDI World Dental Congress commences today with events that tackle the dangers of opioids and bring dentists together from around the world to network and learn on the Exhibit Hall floor.
Helping patients breathe better
09/05/2019
Sleep-related breathing disorders — the disruption in airflow through the upper airway — can also potentially decrease a person's life by 15 years, said Dr. Ken Berley, one of the speakers at the ADA Dental Sleep Medicine Conference (4113) Wednesday.
JADA editor wins second place ADEAGies Editorial Award
09/05/2019
Dr. Michael Glick, editor of The Journal of the American Dental Association, is the second-place winner of this year's ADEAGies Editorial Award for his editorial titled "Science Does Not Care What You Believe."
Capitol adventures
09/05/2019
The ADA Council on Government Affairs met Aug. 1-3 in Washington.
Just the Facts — September 2, 2019
09/05/2019
Accredited advanced dental education programs
Snapshots of American Dentistry — September 2, 2019
09/05/2019
Supply of dentists in the U.S. per 100,000 population
Ahlstrom Award winner’s research supports ADA report on radiographic systems
09/04/2019
An endodontist's evaluation of the American Dental Association's standards for radiographic systems has earned her the 2019 Robert H. Ahlstrom New Investigator Award for Dental Informatics Research.
JADA editor wins ADEAGies Editorial Award
09/04/2019
Dr. Michael Glick, editor of The Journal of the American Dental Association, is the second-place winner of this year's ADEAGies Editorial Award for his editorial titled "Science Does Not Care What You Believe."
Give Kids A Smile continues under new ADA Department of Corporate Social Responsibility and Philanthropy
09/04/2019
The American Dental Association's charitable programs, including Give Kids A Smile, have a new home within the recently created Department of Corporate Social Responsibility and Philanthropy.
Innovation experts to speak at New Dentist Conference
09/04/2019
Two keynote speakers will grace the stage at the New Dentist Conference, aiming to inspire new dentists to new heights.
Leadership series focuses on female dentists
09/04/2019
Women in dentistry have a powerful opportunity not only to model stress mastery techniques but also to contribute to a calmer, more mindful experience for their patients and staff.
Give Kids A Smile ambassador wins leadership award after nearly fatal beach accident
09/04/2019
When Dr. Joseph Brofsky was knocked down by a wave and left face down in the water on a beach in March, he did not know if he would survive. Thanks to the quick action of the friend who pulled him out and the care he received, Dr. Brofsky is now back on his feet, back at work and back with his fellow Give Kids A Smile ambassadors.
Welcome to the City by the Bay
09/04/2019
After more than 20 years, the American Dental Association and FDI World Dental Federation are once again combining forces to host a joint dental meeting. The last time was in 1996 in Orlando, Florida.
ADA, AAPD leaders pen letter opposing replacement of federal sealant measure
09/03/2019
The American Dental Association and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry are cautioning the Health Resources and Services Administration against replacing the Dental Sealants for Children Between 6-9 Years measure.