ADA Qualified Testing Sites Program

Quality dental product testing for validated clinical and laboratory studies

ADA Qualified logo and key factors

The ADA Qualified Testing Sites program connects manufacturers of oral health care products with research sites qualified to test products’ safety and efficacy.

ADA Qualified Testing Sites undergo a vetting process by the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs and meet the following criteria:

  • Research sites are fully independent
  • Necessary protocols are followed
  • Sites produce accurate valid & reliable data

If the testing site meets these strict criteria, it earns Qualified status.

Benefits of working with an ADA Qualified Testing Site include:

  • Streamlines the process of finding a reliable testing site with high-quality data
  • Qualified Sites are dental school labs with rigorous protocols and highly competitive pricing
  • No need for additional confirmatory testing
Become an ADA Qualified Testing Site

Have a question about the ADA Qualified Testing Sites? Please contact ADASeal@ada.org.

Penn Dental Medicine — Center for Clinical and Translational Research 

UPenn Dental Medicine
Center for Clinical and Translational Research


Qualified for CLINICAL TESTING: Seal Program Categories
Acute Dental Pain
Athletic Mouthguards
Chemotherapeutic Agents
Dentinal Hypersensitivity
Denture Adherents
Denture Cleansers
Dry Mouth
Enamel Erosion
Fluoride Toothpaste
Fluoride Rinses
Manual Interdental Cleaner
Oral Discomfort
Oral Malodor
Powered Interdental Cleaner
Smoking Cessation
Stain Removal
Sugar Free Gum (No Actives)
Tooth Bleaching
Toothbrushes

The Center for Clinical and Translational Research (CCTR) serves as a centralized hub for investigators and industry partners conducting high-quality human subjects research, housed within Penn Dental Medicine, a top-ranking dental school with a 130-year legacy. CCTR provides end-to-end support throughout the lifecycle of a study, backed by a multidisciplinary team of clinical research professionals. In addition, CCTR provides experienced, centralized coordination across regulatory and compliance affairs, ensuring that studies are conducted in full alignment with institutional, federal, and sponsor requirements.

Address: Penn Dental Medicine
240 S. 40th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Phone: 215-573-6248
Email: pdmtranslationalmed@dental.upenn.edu
Website: https://www.dental.upenn.edu/research/center-for-clinical-and-translational-research/

Contacts: Marta Gabinskiy, Rosa Urbina

Tufts University — School of Dental Medicine 

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine

Qualified for CLINICAL AND LAB TESTING: Seal Program Categories
Athletic Mouthguards
Chemotherapeutic Agents
Dentinal Hypersensitivity
Denture Adherents
Denture Cleansers
Dry Mouth
Enamel Erosion
Fluoride Rinses
Fluoride Toothpaste
Manual Interdental Cleaners
Oral Discomfort
Orally Administered Analgesics for the Temporary Management of Acute Dental Pain Powered Interdental Cleaners or Oral Irrigators
Oral Malodor
Smoking Cessation
Sugar Free Chewing Gums
Tooth Bleaching
Tooth Stain Removal Products
Toothbrushes (Manual, Powered, Specialty)

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM), one of the largest dental schools in the nation and located in the heart of Boston, conducts both clinical and laboratory research through its Dental Research Administration (DRA). With access to affiliated phlebotomists, research nurses, and physicians through Tufts Medical Center, TUSDM enables high-quality clinical and laboratory studies across a diverse patient population, all conducted in full compliance with FDA, IRB, HIPAA, and Good Clinical/Laboratory Practice requirements. TUSDM’s Clinical Research Center has 7 fully equipped dental bays, radiograph machines, a private room for consenting, and a drug storage area with temperature monitoring. Also, at TUSDM, the Dr. J. Murray Gavel Center for Restorative Dental Research has a wide variety of equipment for in-vitro research.

Address: Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
1 Kneeland St
Boston, MA 02111

Phone: 617-636-0389
Email: dentalresearchadministration@tufts.edu
Website: https://sites.tufts.edu/dentalresearch/

Contact: Pamela Corrado, Pamela.Corrado@tufts.edu 

Featured questions

What types of studies are done at ADA Qualified Testing Sites?

ADA Qualified Testing Sites are validated to perform specific clinical studies and/or laboratory testing. Different sites perform different tests; no single site performs all tests listed. Please review the applicable program requirements to determine whether clinical and/or in vitro testing is required for your study.

Clinical Studies:

  • Randomized controlled trials (RCTs)
  • Longitudinal studies
  • Cross-sectional studies
  • Split-mouth studies
  • Observational studies

In Vitro Studies:

  • Enamel demineralization and remineralization tests
  • Biofilm and plaque testing
  • Abrasion and erosion studies
  • Fluoride uptake studies
  • Salivary pH testing
How are ADA Qualified Testing Sites evaluated?

Sites undergo rigorous evaluation by the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs to verify their ability to conduct high-quality clinical and laboratory testing.

How will I know if a testing site is ADA Qualified?

Testing sites that are approved by ADA will be included in the ADA Qualified Testing Site program directory.

How do I apply to have my company’s products tested by a Qualified Site?

Manufacturers seeking testing services can connect directly with ADA Qualified Testing Sites listed in the program directory. Each site independently manages its services, timelines, fees, and study design discussions, and will work with you to determine appropriate testing approaches for your product.