Dental organizations support bill to buoy loan repayment program

Eight dental organizations, including the ADA, have thanked several members of Congress for sponsoring legislation that would allow full-time faculty members participating in the Dental Faculty Loan Repayment Program to exclude from their income the amount of the loan forgiveness from their federal income taxes.

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ADA spotlights oral cancer

The ADA is offering 2.5 hours of continuing education credit for the course, Oral Cancer Screening and Radiotherapy Morbidity Management, from Drs. Theresa Hofstede and Mark Lingen. The course, which was featured at ADA 2018, explains how dentists play a critical role in the early detection of premalignant lesions and management of radiation sequela.

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Washington State Dental Association files complaint against Delta Dental

Seattle — After years of friction, the Washington State Dental Association and three of its member dentists filed a legal complaint Feb. 20 against Delta Dental of Washington, alleging that the latter’s board repeatedly and unlawfully rejected bylaw amendments passed by members and cancelled annual meetings required by law.



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ADA FDI World Dental Congress features top-of-the-world CE

San Francisco — With registration for the ADA FDI World Dental Congress having opened Feb. 13, it is now time to act quickly and register for the over 300 continuing education courses that are truly the star of this joint meeting.

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Locum tenens dentists can help fill vacancies, but it’s important to plan ahead

In 2017, the practicing dentist was in a car accident. His shoulder and a finger were injured, and he knew almost immediately that he would need to stay away from his practice for a while and recuperate. He and his business partner didn’t want the practice to suffer financially, so he found a locum tenens dentist.

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NYU Dentistry Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities opens to expand access to care for Empire State

New York — Brooklyn resident Jay Raskin, 77, suffers from multiple sclerosis and, by his count, has been hospitalized more than 20 times in the last four years. He takes about 20 medications daily.

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BMO Harris Bank offers help to dentists affected by Alaska earthquake

Anchorage, Alaska — Association members affected by the 2018 earthquake in Alaska may receive additional financial assistance from BMO Harris Bank, the practice finance lender endorsed by ADA Member Advantage.

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Giving back Feb. 15 via Give Kids A Smile

Service was the driving force of the Howard University College of Dentistry's Feb. 15 Give Kids A Smile event.

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Dentists affected by class action lawsuit may be eligible for payment

Dentists who purchased supplies or equipment directly from Henry Schein, Inc., Patterson Companies, Inc. or Benco Dental Supply Company may be eligible for a portion of an $80 million settlement.

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Deadline set for applicants for overseas dental care grant

Those involved with a U.S.-based nonprofit organization working to improve access to oral health care in underserved communities outside the U.S. have until April 26 to apply for the ADA Foundation Grant for International Dental Volunteer Projects.



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DEA warns of scammers impersonating federal agents

The Drug Enforcement Administration is warning doctors and pharmacists about criminals posing as DEA agents as part of an extortion scheme.

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New ADA podcast series helps dentists ‘connect each of us’

Dr. Betsy Shapiro, director of the ADA Center for Professional Success, chats with a diverse group of people who offer their perspectives in the podcast Beyond the Mouth, where the only topic off-limits is clinical dentistry.

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Highlights video: ADA moved dentistry forward in 2018

Helping over 7,000 ADA members address questions and concerns on third-party issues. Reaching more than 200 million people through CVS Pharmacy with oral health information. Action for Dental Health Act becomes law.

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ADA members looking at joining, leaving practices have new resource to aid in the transition

The ADA Center for Professional Success has teamed up with author William P. Prescott to release a free-for-ADA-members downloadable book on joining and exiting a dental practice.

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Quip collaborates with ADA Foundation to help provide access to oral care

Electric toothbrush company quip has released a limited-edition toothbrush and is donating a portion of sales to help families in need. For each all-black quip brush sold, the company will donate $5 — up to a total of $250,000 — to help provide oral care access and education to underserved people in collaboration with the ADA Foundation.

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When dentist completes marathon, he’s already at Disney World

California dentist has run more than 200 half-marathons and 62 full marathons.

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ADA comments on agency’s request to modify HIPAA rules

The ADA is asking the Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights to incorporate flexibility and keep processes simple so that dental offices can remain HIPAA compliant.

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GKAS in Brevard County, Florida, provides estimated $30,000 of dental care

Coverage of the GKAS event held in Brevard County, Florida.

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Government affairs

Federal dental service leaders meet with the ADA Council on Government Affairs in Washington, D.C., to discuss legislative and regulatory issues during the council's Feb. 7-9 meeting.

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Just the Facts — February 18, 2019

Dental school enrollment is increasing.

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Botox workshop offers hands-on learning CE

Dr. Louis Malcmacher's hands-on workshops on botulinum neurotoxin and dermal fillers at ADA annual meetings has become one of the most popular continuing education offerings, and now there is another opportunity to take advantage of his expertise.

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Medicare Learning Network to host March 13 call

The Medicare Learning Network, part of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, announced it is hosting an event where people can call in and hear information about the Open Payments national transparency system that accumulates data on payments or transfers of value made to physicians and teaching hospitals by reporting entities such as drug and medical device companies.

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JADA names new associate editor

Dr. Carol Anne Murdoch-Kinch succeeds Dr. Douglas E. Peterson as the associate editor for dentistry and medicine. Dr. Peterson stepped down in December from the role.

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Alliance of the ADA conference offers education, entertainment in Las Vegas

From a self-defense seminar to seeing Cirque du Soleil's "O" at the Bellagio, the Alliance of the American Dental Association's Conference 2019 is offering a host of speakers and programs for the entire dental family and dental team members.

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Proposed technical reports available for review

The ADA Standards Committee on Dental Informatics has approved for circulation and comment proposed revisions of three ADA technical reports.

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Registration open for ADA FDI World Dental Congress in San Francisco

Registration opened Feb. 13 for the ADA FDI World Dental Congress and is now free for all ADA members and North American attendees at ADA.org/meeting.

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Giving is a way of life for Maryland dentist

It was a snowy and blustery day on Feb. 1, but the waiting room at Dr. Harvey Levy & Associates was warm and welcoming to the 50 children treated here during the practice's annual Give Kids A Smile event.

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Senate introduces bipartisan bill to amend McCarran-Ferguson Act

Legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate Feb. 6 to repeal the McCarran-Ferguson antitrust exemption for health insurance companies.

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New Dentist News to unveil redesigned look March 4

New dentists and dental students can expect a new look and feel when they receive the March 4 issue of the New Dentist News.

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ADA council works with other organizations in developing toolkit for new moms

The American Academy of Pediatrics, in collaboration with the ADA Council on Advocacy for Access and Prevention and other health care organizations, has developed a new toolkit that focuses on oral health for pregnant women and extends to oral health for babies.

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In Vermont, giving dentists tools to combat opioid crisis

Austin Eubanks recalled the worst day of his life — witnessing the death of his best friend and sustaining injuries during the 1999 Columbine High School shooting in Colorado.

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March 12 webinar to address how to manage delicate patient situations with diplomacy, tact

A March 12 webinar will offer dentists and team members real life solutions for managing delicate patient situations, such as cancellations and no shows, provide tips for managing phone calls from prospective patients, and guide you through the right way to dismiss patients from the practice.

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New Dentist News to unveil redesigned look March 4

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Play an instrument? Medical Musical Group seeks new members

Medical Musical Group, a chorale and symphony orchestra, is looking for talented health care professionals, students and family members who can sing or play musical instruments.

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Ins and outs of cash accounting explained

In August 2018, the Internal Revenue Service issued guidance on the change in tax law that allows small business taxpayers with average annual gross receipts of $25 million or less in the prior three-year period to use the cash method of accounting.

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New Jersey Dental Association lodges complaint against SmileDirect Club

An orthodontist and the New Jersey Dental Association have filed a civil complaint in the Superior Court of New Jersey alleging that clear aligner company SmileDirect Club is "engaged in the unlawful practice of dentistry in this state," according to the Jan. 28 complaint.

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Free webinar on locum tenens dentists Feb. 26

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Give Kids A Smile event warms the heart at college dental hygiene program

Glen Ellyn, Il. — Barb Czahor had personal reasons for why she was at a Give Kids A Smile charity event.

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Senate introduces bipartisan bill to amend McCarran-Ferguson Act

Washington — Legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate Feb. 6 to repeal the McCarran-Ferguson antitrust exemption for health insurance companies.

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HPI industry report outlines "new normal"

The dental industry is entering a "new normal," one that is characterized by an increase in the number of dentists, shifting practice configurations, declining reimbursements, and evolving patient priorities and preferences, according to a new ADA Health Policy Institute report.

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ADA Foundation grants awarded

The ADA Foundation has awarded $120,000 in funding to eight organizations working to improve the oral health of the public.

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Volunteers needed for dental project in St. Lucia

Great Shape!'s 1000 Smiles project in St. Lucia is recruiting volunteers for trips this July.

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ADA celebrates 160 years of members’ service, advocacy

From highlighting community service programs to celebrating the growth in diversity in the profession and achievements in advocacy, the ADA is commemorating its 160th anniversary with a focus on accomplishments that has helped dentistry improve oral health for all.

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Bill would extend funding for dental public health programs

The ADA is thanking the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions for introducing legislation that would extend funding for Community Health Centers, Teaching Health Centers and the National Health Service Corps through 2024.

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UPS offers ADA members flat rate pricing, shipping cost savings

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Global Dental Relief seeking volunteers for 2019 trips

There is a last-minute need for dentists, hygienists, assistants and nondental volunteers for two trips sponsored by Global Dental Relief this spring and summer, according to the ADA Foundation.

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Harvard unveils Global Health Starter Kit

The Harvard School of Dental Medicine Office of Global and Community Health announced the launch the Global Health Starter Kit, a competency-based global oral health starter curriculum designed for educators and students.

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Just the Facts — February 4, 2019

Patient insurance types

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New Dentist Conference features innovation experts as speakers

Two keynote speakers will grace the stage at the New Dentist Conference during the ADA FDI World Dental Congress in San Francisco this September, aiming to inspire new dentists to new heights.

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Thinking globally

The ADA Foundation is inviting all dentists to a Chicago session March 7 that is part of what is billed as the world's leading academic global health conference. It is designed to address the capacity of humanitarian missions around the world to advance access to care.

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Give Kids A Smile kicks off in North Carolina

See photos from Give Kids A Smile kickoff event

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Federally qualified health centers focus on sealants' importance at ADA Headquarters

Kevin Little, Ph.D., had a simple message for his audience. "My favorite word in learning session two is implement — not test," said the National Network for Oral Health Access improvement advisor as he led off the second session of NNOHA's Sealants Improvement Collaborative at ADA Headquarters, held Jan. 24-25.

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Celebrate School-Based Health Awareness Month this February

February is National School-Based Health Care Awareness Month, an effort to highlight and recognize the role school-based health care providers play in ensuring students have access to high-quality health care, including oral health.

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