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ADA urges evidence-based approach in EPA fluoride review

The ADA is urging the EPA to incorporate several evidence-based studies in any upcoming review of the science on the safety of fluoride.

ADA member dentist qualifies for U.S. Open

Matt Vogt, D.D.S., will tee off at Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pennsylvania, June 12-15.

ADA opposes small business tax hike

The ADA expressed opposition to the removal of pass-through entity tax deductions in a Grassroots Alert and coalition letter to the Senate.

Integrating electronic dental records into research systems complicated

The ADA filed comments in response to the FDA notice on how future research that uses real world data can be standardized.

ADA Forsyth Friday: Arginine’s influence on key periodontal pathogen

Research explores how the amino acid arginine influences the colonization and survival of Porphyromonas gingivalis.

Integrating electronic dental records into research systems ‘complicated’

The ADA filed comments in response to the FDA notice on how future research that uses real world data can be standardized.

Preventing IV fluid shortages

The Trump administration announced two locations that will demonstrate a point-of-care technology to prevent intravenous fluid shortages.

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of government happenings you may have missed this week.

ADA Forsyth Friday: Research collaboration pursues improved periodontal tissue regeneration

Researchers are developing 3D-printed bone graft materials to reduce inflammation and enhance tissue regeneration.

June JADA suggests sleep medicine should be part of dental school curriculum

While postgraduate orofacial pain programs provide education in sleep medicine, predoctoral dental programs often do not.

Montana passes dental loss ratio legislation

Montana became the third state in 2025 to pass dental loss ratio legislation after Gov. Greg Gianforte signed Senate Bill 335 into law.

ADA to hold webinar outlining new billing requirements for dentists treating Medicare beneficiaries

The ADA will hold a webinar covering information for dentists wishing to treat Medicare beneficiaries. 

60 changes coming to CDT Code in 2026

CDT 2026, which includes 60 code changes, is available for preorder from the ADA Store.

ADA to hold webinar outlining new billing requirements for dentists treating Medicare beneficiaries

The ADA will hold a webinar covering information for dentists wishing to treat Medicare beneficiaries. 

Montana passes dental loss ratio legislation

Montana became the third state in 2025 to pass dental loss ratio legislation after Gov. Greg Gianforte signed Senate Bill 335 into law.

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of government happenings you may have missed this week.

JAMA releases study on elimination of community water fluoridation

Removing fluoride from public water systems would increase tooth decay by 7.5% and cost $9.8 billion over five years, according to JAMA.

ADA Forsyth Fridays: Molecule may reduce scarring after orofacial cleft surgery

Fibromodulin may prevent excessive scarring when included in surgical procedures that close tissue, such as suturing a cleft lip.

5 things to know about the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Five facts you may not know about the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons from its president, J. David Morrison, D.M.D.

ADA offers supports to help dentists, students prioritize mental health

Mental Health Awareness Month may be winding down, but it’s never too late to make mental health a priority.