ADA members encouraged to comment on revised Bylaws

Revisions to the Constitution were submitted to the 2016 House of Delegates and were laid over for consideration at the 2017 House of Delegates.

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Organized dentistry asks Congress to support student loan reform

The Organized Dentistry Coalition is asking Congress to revisit student debt when it considers reauthorizing federal student loan programs later this year.

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Public health groups recognize water fluoridation champions

Recognizing the important health benefits of community water fluoridation, the ADA, the Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention honored leaders, states and community water suppliers at the National Oral Health Conference April 23.

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ADA water fluoridation staffer earns national public health award

Jane McGinley's first exposure to working in dentistry came during her high school years in rural Illinois, where she worked as an assistant in a local dental office two evenings a week and Saturdays for $1 an hour.

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May JADA looks at oral malignant melanoma prognostic factors

Early and detailed examinations for oral malignant melanoma are critical for improving the survival rate, according to research published in the May issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association.


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ADA reaffirms support for Dental and Optometric Care Access Act

The ADA is reaffirming its support for the Dental and Optometric Care Access Act following the National Association of Dental Plan's opposition to the bill.

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Signing Day at Howard University College of Dentistry

The ADA held a National Signing Day event April 13 at the Howard University College of Dentistry to welcome the Class of 2017.

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Local dentists back fluoridation around the U.S.

Community water fluoridation was on the minds of city councils and voters this spring, with some choosing to back the public health measure and others disregarding it.

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Committee members overseeing the development of national dental licensure exam appointed

The Association announced April 7 the eight members of a new steering committee tasked with overseeing the development and implementation of an Objective Structured Clinical Examination for dental licensure purposes.

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ADA.org resource explains new federal rule on substance abuse

A new resource on ADA.org includes information on a federal rule that changed the confidentiality requirements for substance abuse patients.

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ADA puts genetic testing and oral health in context for dentists

What role does genetics play when it comes oral health?

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FDA issues safety note on codeine and tramadol

Codeine and tramadol should be restricted for children, especially those younger than 12 years, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said in an April drug safety communication.

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Texan dentist’s ‘extraordinary contributions’ lead to Health Volunteers Overseas honor

The HVO Golden Apple recognizes volunteers who have made exceptional contributions to global heath and the mission of the organization.

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ADA, EEOC resolve charges of discrimination

The American Dental Association has entered into agreements to resolve charges filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission arising from the severance of the ADA's former chief counsel and director of human resources in 2010.

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FTC files complaint about man offering fake tech support services

The Federal Trade Commission obtained an April preliminary injunction that bars a Florida man from illegally deceiving customers by falsely claiming to offer tech support services on behalf of the FTC.

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Federally qualified health center settles $400,000 HIPAA breach

The federal government in April settled a potential violation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act with a Denver-area federally qualified health center that was reportedly the victim of a 2012 phishing attack.

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Adult dental benefit moves closer to reality in Maryland

Maryland residents are one step closer to having an adult dental benefit through the Maryland Medical Assistance Program, also known as Medicaid.

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Three's company at New Dentist Conference

Not just one but three people will be the keynote speakers at the New Dentist Conference, held in conjunction with ADA 2017 – America's Dental Meeting at the Georgia World Congress Center in October.

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ADA exhibit: World War I and dentistry

The photograph is part of an exhibit in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the U.S. entry into World War I, which is on display at ADA Headquarters in Chicago.

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New book gives pointers for a satisfying retirement

As Alan Roadburg, Ph.D., was writing his latest book, he had some help — from no fewer than 575 dentists.

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ADA, others ask Congress to oppose proposed NIH cuts

The Friends of National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research Association is asking Congress to oppose the Trump Administration's budget proposal for fiscal year 2018, which recommends a 20 percent cut to the National Institutes of Health overall budget as well as $1.2 billion in cuts to FY 2017 in order to pay for an increase in defense and the wall along the Mexican border.

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New ADA Foundation award helps promising oral health researchers

The ADA Foundation and Procter & Gamble have launched a new award to promote and recognize excellence in oral health research that advances preventive dentistry.

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Medical journal promotes ER referral programs

An article in the April Journal of Emergency Medicine looks at how to lower the number of hospital emergency room visits for dental pain and offers providers tips on how to start ER referral programs, which move patients from a hospital ER to a dental office.

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NIDCR seeks input for future workshops and research initiatives

Bethesda, Md. — The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research is inviting public comment on how to best integrate the study of oral health with overall health.

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Dr. Marks, past ADA trustree, dies at 79

Dr. Clifford Marks, a former ADA trustee, died March 14. He was 79 years old.

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Electronic funds transfers the subject of free May 11 webinar

When a dental benefits plan informs a dentist that he or she must accept an electronic funds transfer rather than a paper check, does that dentist have to accept the EFT?

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Just the Facts — April 17, 2017

Dental care use among children

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Offer opinions, learn from peers on scientific panel

Dental professionals can network with colleagues and access information about the latest dental products, devices and materials on the market by joining the ADA Clinical Evaluators Panel.


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Snapshots of American Dentistry — April 17, 2017

Affiliation with dental service organizations by age

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Study: Results of Medicaid expansion on adult dental services mixed

Low-income adults use more dental care when it is covered under Medicaid. However, an analysis published in April in Health Affairs showed mixed results when it came to dental services used under Medicaid expansion associated with the Affordable Care Act.

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PPR offers a guide to CAD/CAM ceramics

Dentists interested in exploring ceramic restoration materials can get evidence-based guidance on choosing appropriate computer aided-design/computer-aided manufacturing materials for different clinical situations in an issue of the ADA Professional Product Review published online April 17.

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Open Payments review and dispute period ends May 15

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recommends dentists and other health care professionals view any data reported about them on Open Payments to ensure its accuracy.

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ADA seeks participants for review of standard related to clinical terminology

The ADA is seeking dental professionals interested in the ADA Systemized Nomenclature of Dentistry, or SNODENT, to help consider approval of the next revision of SNODENT as an American National Standard.

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Early registration for FDI 2017 Madrid ends May 31

Early Bird registration for the 2017 FDI Annual World Dental Congress ends on May 31, with registration fees increasing after that date.

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Comments sought on clinical guideline for potentially malignant disorders in oral cavity

ADA members are invited to share their expertise and insight on the evaluation of potentially malignant disorders in the oral cavity.

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Case Western receives grant to study oral complications from HIV

Case Western Reserve University has received a $1.59 million dollar grant from the National Institutes of Health to study oral complications associated with human immunodeficiency virus infection and treatment.

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ADA, others ask Congress to reject tobacco policy riders, keep CDC funding

As Congress finalizes appropriations for fiscal year 2017, the ADA and more than 50 organizations led by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids are asking Congress to reject two policy riders that would weaken the Food and Drug Administration's authority to oversee tobacco products and urging legislators to oppose proposed cuts to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Office on Smoking and Health.

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ADA Highlights campaign wins first place in communications awards

A campaign that articulated, in a brief visual way, the impact and value of ADA membership earned the ADA a first place award in the "Annual Report" category of the 2016 Ragan's PR Daily Awards, which recognizes campaigns in the communications, public relations, marketing and media industries.

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ADA, industry ask HHS to re-examine Medicare Part C, Medicare Advantage requirement

The ADA, along with the National Association of Dental Plans and Delta Dental Plans Association, is asking the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to remove the enrollment requirement for dentists and other health care professionals who participate in Medicare Part C or Medicare Advantage plans.

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National Dental Association set for July 19-23 in Dallas

The National Dental Association announced April 6 that its 104th Annual Convention will convene July 19-23 at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel.

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Chicago Dental Society Foundation Clinic reaches milestone

The Chicago Dental Society Foundation Clinic had treated local uninsured patients for about four years when — at 10 a.m. on March 10 — a patient arrived in need of fillings.

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Oral cancer courses on tap for ADA 2017

The five-year relative survival rate for those with localized oral cancer and oropharynx cancer at Stage I-II diagnosis is 83 percent, compared with only 38 percent in patients diagnosed at Stage IV, according to the American Cancer Society.

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Dr. Anthony Volpe receives high honor from IADR

The International Association for Dental Research presented past ADA Foundation President Dr. Anthony Volpe with the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in Pharmacology/Therapeutics/Toxicology research at its 95th General Session & Exhibition March 22.

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Questions about fluoride? Join the Facebook Live conversation

Dental professionals can learn more about topical fluoride agents and the ADA clinical practice guideline on the subject during a Facebook Live event scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Central time on April 18 online at Facebook.com/AmericanDentalAssociation.

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What's in your water? Dental providers encouraged to look at local reports

Dental professionals are encouraged to check their community's annual Water Quality Reports or Consumer Confidence Reports, which water suppliers nationwide are required to make available each year prior to July 1.

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For nearly 4 decades, dental students come with 'T. Bob' on spring breaks to serve underserved

Dallas general dentist Dr. T. Bob Davis has a saying: “Do what you can while you still can.”

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Endodontists initiate new program to aid underserved in Jamaica

Every morning, Dr. Juheon Seung and his colleagues would move the pews out of the makeshift dental clinic housed inside a church and bring in dental chairs.

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ADA: Let CDC review vaccines for safety and effectiveness

Washington — The ADA has asked President Trump to delegate the task of reviewing the safety and effectiveness of vaccines to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.

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ADA, others support Small Business Regulatory Flexability Act

The ADA has joined with more than 100 organizations in supporting the Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act.

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Meeting with policymakers

Sitting across from a legislative assistant of Rep. Peter Roskam, R-Ill., dental student Margaree Lachowiez revealed how much debt she already has from dental school — $117,000 in two years.

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Nominate leaders for ADA Foundation award

The ADA Foundation is accepting nominations for two awards to help dentists or dental students enhance their leadership skills.

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Complete Find-a-Dentist profile to enter $10,000 cash or Mercedes Benz sweepstakes

To encourage dentists to fill out their Find-a-Dentist profile, those with completed profiles by May 1, 11:59 p.m. Pacific time, are entered in a sweepstakes to receive a cash reward of $10,000. The winner can also choose to lease either a Mercedes Benz C class sedan or a Mercedes Benz GLC sport utility vehicle for a year.

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Grassroots award winners announced at Lobby Day

Dr. Richard Andolina, ADPAC committee chair, presented grassroots advocate awards March 28 during the ADA Dentist and Student Lobby Day.

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Harris grant deadline extended

The application deadline for the 2017 ADA Foundation's Samuel D. Harris Fund for Children's Dental Health grant program has been extended to April 19.

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1000 Smiles needs volunteers for St. Lucia humanitarian trips

The ADA Foundation is helping to get the word out about Great Shape!, a California-based nonprofit seeking dental volunteers to serve the underserved in St. Lucia this summer.

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Center for Professional Success includes new information on marketing, managing teams

The ADA Center for Professional Success features new resources to help member dentists with their marketing to get patients into their offices and keep patients happy with an efficient and effective dental team.

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ADA, ADA Foundation scientists present research

ADA and ADA Foundation scientists and researchers presented original scientific abstracts and other works March 22-25 during the 95th General Session & Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research.

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ADA, ADA Foundation scientists present research

ADA and ADA Foundation scientists and researchers presented original scientific abstracts and other works March 22-25 during the 95th General Session & Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research.

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New JADA+ Clinical Scans make scientific information more accessible to members

ADA members can access some of the latest scientific information with the April launch of The Journal of the American Dental Association's JADA+ Clinical Scans.

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Student-driven event provides more than 280 with dental care

Dental students took the lead in treating hundreds of adults who have little or no access to dental care during Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry's first Oral Health Day on March 11 at the school's clinic.

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FDA: Some EpiPens recalled

The manufacturer of EpiPen and EpiPen Jr is voluntarily recalling 13 lots of the device used to treat severe allergic reactions because they may contain a defective part, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said March 31.

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ADA unveils Find-a-Dentist online search tool for patients

Land at the top of an online search for dentists in your area by completing your Find-a-Dentist profile.

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Dentist triumphs in making movies

Dr. Jim Kreutzer remembers the first movie he helped produce. It was a low-budget, mid-1990s horror film called "Fever Lake" starring Corey Haim and Mario Lopez, shot in southeast Wisconsin, where Dr. Kreutzer practices as an endodontist.

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Just the Facts — April 3, 2017

Average first-year tuition

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