Feb. 13 webinar addresses HPV and oropharyngeal cancer

The Public Health Foundation is hosting a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-sponsored immunization webinar Feb. 13 to address common questions related to HPV and oropharyngeal cancer.

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Studying, excelling, more studying

In November 2017, the ADA News launched Becoming a Dentist, a series of stories that follow three dental students at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry — Dan Yang, LaShonda Shepherd and Ben Horn — during their journey of becoming dentists.

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ADA President sits down for Tooth Talk

ADA President Jeffrey M. Cole is the focus of the Jan. 14 episode of Tooth Talk, the new podcast series that the ADA's Political Action Committee launched last fall.

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National Institute on Drug Abuse highlights substance abuse screening tips

In a continuing effort to spotlight dentistry's role in helping prevent substance abuse, the National Institute on Drug Abuse has created a new webpage, Screening for Substance Use in the Dental Setting.

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Fluoride toothpaste developers gain 'Hall of Fame' status

The National Inventors Hall of Fame is recognizing posthumously the dentists — Drs. Muhler and Nebergall — who helped develop and patent the invention credited by many as a significant factor in the widespread decline in caries that began in the 1970s.

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Give Kids A Smile kicks off Feb. 1

Hundreds of thousands of children from coast to coast will receive free oral health services beginning Feb. 1 as they take part in the ADA Foundation's Give Kids A Smile program.

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Change requests for SNODENT now accepted

The ADA has established a maintenance process for SNODENT — Systemized Nomenclature of Dentistry — to revise the standard annually to ensure it is kept updated.


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Federal agency thanks Association for revising Code of Conduct

The National Council on Disability, an independent federal agency, is commending the ADA for taking necessary steps to improve dental care access for people with disabilities with a revision to the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct.

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Becoming better dental educators

As a new faculty member at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Matthew Mara said he's constantly looking for ways to learn new skills and meet new colleagues in academia.

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Dr. Loren J. Feldner, former CODA, ADPAC chair, dies

Dr. Loren J. Feldner, a dental educator and leader in organized dentistry, died Jan. 17. He was 58 years old.

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ADA advocates streamlining electronic payment transactions

The Association is acutely aware of the problems dental offices face in adapting to the continued push from third-party payers to gain administrative efficiency on their end by moving away from paper checks to electronic reimbursement.

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Save the date for Council on Dental Practice's CE offerings in 2019

The ADA Council on Dental Practice will have plenty going on in 2019. Special continuing education programming this year includes the ADA's first elder care symposium, a BIG Idea conference on practice transitions, and the biennial dental wellness conference.

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February JADA: Efficacy of caries risk assessment tools compared

Inconsistency in weighing risk factors in caries risk assessment tools affects dentists' ability to best identify and develop a treatment plan for patients at risk of developing caries, according a study that is the cover story of the February issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association.

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Dental office among sites involved in measles cluster

With measles in the news following reported outbreaks this month in the Northwest, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is currently featuring health care provider tips on its website and urging providers to report suspected cases to their local health departments within 24 hours.

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Dentists, dental schools providing care during shutdown to federal employees

Philadelphia — Among other organizations stepping up to fill a need, the Temple University School of Dentistry is providing free dental care to furloughed federal employees during the government shutdown, the school said in a news release.



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Smile! Dental Assistants Recognition Week set for March 3-9

Dental assistants are an essential part of the dental practice all year long, but they get a special week dedicated to them for all the great service they do to advance patient care.

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Dentistry past and future

Looking at Volpe Research Center's dental research

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Volpe Research Center celebrates 90 years

Ninety years of research. Ninety years of talent. Ninety years of opportunity.

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Roundtable highlights need for improving health literacy

The more dentistry and medicine work together, the better it is for patients. This was the overarching theme of the Dec. 6 workshop, Integrating Oral and General Health Through Health Literacy Practices.

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Send GKAS photos

Give Kids A Smile program coordinators are encouraged to have their cameras ready to capture the festivities of their events.

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ADA questions conclusions in study linking dental floss with toxic chemicals

The Association commented in January on the release of research that the ADA said "may raise unwarranted concern about the safety of certain types of dental floss" by continuing to encourage people to clean between their teeth daily.

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Just the Facts — January 21, 2019

Busyness rates compared between solo practitioners and nonowner employee dentists.

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Snapshots of American Dentistry — January 21, 2019

Average wait time for a general practitioner dentist appointment.

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Save the date for ADA FDI World Dental Congress 2019

It’s been more than 20 years since the ADA annual meeting has been held in conjunction with the annual congress of the FDI World Dental Federation.

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ADA weighs in on Health People 2030 oral health objectives

The ADA is applauding the U.S. Health and Human Service's Advisory Committee on National Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Objectives for 2030 for highlighting oral health in Healthy People 2030.

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Nominations sought for dental informatics standard research award

The ADA is accepting applications until May 15 for the 2019 Robert H. Ahlstrom New Investigator Award, which highlights the crucial role dental informatics standards play in dentistry.


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Registration open for February ADA Standards Committee meetings

Interested dentists, including new participants, are invited to the ADA Standards Committee on Dental Informatics' meeting at ADA headquarters Feb. 24-26, 2019.

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ADA Member Advantage endorses OnPay as payroll provider

ADA Member Advantage announced Jan. 21 it named OnPay as the exclusively endorsed payroll solution for Association members.

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ADA urges opioids task force to include dental care in upcoming report

The ADA is asking the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force to make sure to include dental care in the group's upcoming research plan for preventing opioid use disorder.

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ADA offers resources to help keep hackers at bay in wake of Ohio attack

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Dental research associations prohibit sugary beverage companies in investment portfolio

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ADA advocacy highlights from 2018

Washington — The past year was full of big wins for the Association, including advocating for the Action for Dental Health Act and supporting landmark opioid legislation — both of which were signed into law.

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ADA, AAPD comment on Medicaid, CHIP managed care revisions

The ADA and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry are jointly commenting on proposed revisions to a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid rule on Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Plan managed care plans.

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Nominations sought for ADA Dental Wellness Advisory Committee

The ADA Council on Dental Practice is seeking nominations to add a representative of the disabled dentist community to the council's Dental Wellness Advisory Committee for a three-year term.

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PBHS launches drag-and-drop HIPAA file transfer application

PBHS, Inc., the website and marketing services provider endorsed by ADA Business Resources, announced Jan. 7 it released a drag and drop file transfer application that can help dental offices remain in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

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ADA helps 'Daniel Tiger' visit the dentist

Daniel Tiger, an original resident of "Mister Roger's Neighborhood" and now the feature of his own animated children's show, felt a little nervous about visiting a new dentist for a cleaning and exam.

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Taxes and 179 expensing

Dentists who own and operate practices who have purchased or financed equipment during the calendar year, may elect to take the Section 179 deduction when filing their taxes in order to maximize their savings.

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Viva Las Vegas with the Alliance of the ADA

Registration is open for the Alliance of the American Dental Association's Conference 2019, scheduled for April 11-13 at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.

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Comments sought on guideline for antibiotic use for dental pain, swelling

ADA members are invited to share their expertise and insight on antibiotic use for symptomatic irreversible pulpitis, symptomatic apical periodontitis and localized acute apical abscess.

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There's a way to negotiate for potentially higher reimbursement rates

This is the 22nd story in the Decoding Dental Benefits series featuring answers and solutions for dentists when it comes to the world of dental benefits and plans. The series is intended to help untangle many of the issues that can potentially befuddle dentists and their teams so that they can focus on patient care.

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Court approves $80 million settlement in class action lawsuit

A federal court has approved the $80 million settlement agreement in a class action lawsuit against dental product companies accused of violating antitrust laws by fixing prices on dental equipment and supplies.

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Apply for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program by Feb. 21

The National Health Service Corps is seeking clinicians, including dentists and dental hygienists, who want to work in the nation's underserved rural, urban and tribal communities.

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Dentists affected by natural disasters can maintain DEA registration

Dentists can still retain their DEA registration even if they lose their physical practice or there are other circumstances, according to the Drug Enforcement Administration, Diversion Control Division.

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ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership seeks applicants for 2019-20 class

The American Dental Association Institute for Diversity in Leadership is accepting applications through April 12 for its 2019-20 class.

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Veteran receives 'priceless' smile through generosity of Mission of Mercy dentists

Mr. Flynn's smile is a result of extensive work done by dentists who first met Mr. Flynn at the Illinois State Dental Society's volunteer charity event Mission of Mercy in July. Led by Dr. Thomas E. Sullivan, former ADA vice president, a team of volunteer dentists treated Mr. Flynn over a several months to transform the man's teeth — for free.

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Drug monograph bill passes House

The same day the ADA sent a letter urging legislators to call for a floor vote on the Over-the-Counter Monograph Safety, Innovation, and Reform Act of 2019, the legislation passed the House, 401-17.

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Dentistry and orthodontics among top 10 'best jobs'

Dentists have one of the best jobs in the country, at least according to U.S. News & World Report's 2019 rankings of "100 Best Jobs."

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New ADA guide prepares dental teams for medical emergencies

With American Heart Month coming in February, the ADA the new “Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office,” a 37-page guide coupled with a video training program.

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ADA names BMO Harris Bank as endorsed practice finance lender

The Association announced Jan. 7 that ADA Member Advantage named BMO Harris Bank as its new exclusively endorsed lender for practice financing for ADA members.

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ADA Member Advantage ends two endorsements

ADA Member Advantage announces the end of its endorsement relationship with two companies.

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Around the world in 35 days

Dr. Ed Galkin was driving by an airport in early spring 2018 when, he said, he had an epiphany.

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Business school, improv training part of UIC's pediatric dentistry program

When pediatric dental residents begin their graduate program at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry, they may not expect lessons in improvisational theater.

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CareCredit integrates into Henry Schein’s dental practice management software solutions

ADA Member Advantage and Henry Schein, Inc. announced the integration of CareCredit’s financing tool.

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Dr. Charles F. Craft recipient of ADA Humanitarian Award

For this, and for his other volunteer work around the globe and in his own community, the ADA Board of Trustees has named Dr. Craft the recipient of the 2019 ADA Humanitarian Award.

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JADA: More older adults keeping their natural teeth longer

Older Americans are keeping their teeth longer, according to the cover story of the January issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association.

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Longtime ADA member earns Seal for denture products

For more than 20 years, Dr. Lorin Berland spent time outside of his Dallas practice developing products to help denture wearers. But it took some help from the ADA — and a bicycle accident — to officially launch his company, Dr. B Dental Solutions.

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Study reaffirms efficacy of water fluoridation in preventing decay

Kids with Medicaid in Juneau with no access to optimally fluoridated water had more dental caries-related procedures than youth who grew up before the Alaskan capital ceased its fluoridation program, according to research published in December in BMC Oral Health.

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Teledentistry can improve access to care for underserved children, researchers say

Teledentistry can reduce the costs and barriers to accessing oral health care, improve oral health outcomes and lead to the establishment of a dental home for underserved children, according to research published in the December 2018 issue of health care journal Health Affairs.

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University of Alabama at Birmingham names new dean

The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry announced Dec. 7 it named Dr. Russell Taichman as its new dean beginning in July.

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Visualizing Big Data: National Library of Medicine fellow spends second year at ADA

While others may only see random sets of numbers, Nicole Strayhorn, a National Library of Medicine associate fellow, often sees an opportunity to tell a story.

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Volunteers sought to help develop dental licensure, admission tests

The Department of Testing Services is seeking volunteer subject matter experts to help develop clear and accurate test questions for high-stakes testing programs in dentistry and health care.

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Candidacy announcement rules updated for ADA president-elect, second vice president candidates

Effective at the opening of the 2019 House of Delegates session, the 2018 House has adopted new rules governing candidacy announcements for ADA president-elect and second vice president.

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Just the Facts — January 7, 2019

Patients covered by public assistance in general practice compared to specialty practices

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Webinar to address, solicit comments on Surgeon General Report on Oral Health

A no cost webinar Jan. 10 will update participants on the status of a forthcoming U.S. Surgeon General Report on Oral Health and seek comments from the public to help develop the report.

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TMJ expert Dr. H. Clifton Simmons III dies at 69

Dr. H. Clifton Simmons III, immediate past president of the American Association of Dental Editors and Journalists and past president of the Tennessee Dental Association, died Jan. 1 from cancer.

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