Aug 28, 2026
Submit code change requests for CDT 2028 by Nov. 1
The Code Maintenance Committee will meet March 4-5, 2027, to take action on change requests. Read More
News
Learn about scientific, social, political and economic developments affecting dentistry and health care.
Aug 26, 2026
ADA Scientific Session goes beyond learning to build in-person connections
The Scientific Session will bring dentists together not only to learn from experts but also to discuss challenges with each other. Read More
Aug 21, 2026
ADA urges NIH to broaden measures of scientific impact
The ADA is urging NIH to take a broader approach to measuring scientific impact while ensuring that new measures are transparent. Read More
Aug 19, 2026
Mayo researchers seek insight into dentists’ antibiotic-prescribing habits
The researchers launched a survey to better understand how dentists approach dental care for patients with joint replacements. Read More
Aug 18, 2026
DOJ seeks to halt Nevada firm’s manufacture, sale of dental products
The DOJ is seeking to permanently stop a medical device manufacturer from selling dental products that the government says are misbranded. Read More
Aug 14, 2026
FinCEN permanently ends beneficial ownership reporting requirements for U.S. small businesses
The Treasury made permanent in regulation the exemption from beneficial ownership information reporting requirements for U.S. companies. Read More
Aug 13, 2026
ADA governance evaluation sees extensive stakeholder engagement
The evaluation now moves from the research phase to synthesis and analysis. Read More
Aug 12, 2026
ADA calls out UnitedHealthcare credentialing portal for doubling dentists’ paperwork
The ADA is calling on UnitedHealthcare to accept dentists’ credentialing information from the CAQH Provider Data Portal. Read More
Aug 12, 2026
ADA council highlights need for evidence-based antibiotic prescribing
Dentists accounted for about 10% of all outpatient antibiotic prescriptions in recent years. Read More
Aug 11, 2026
ADA launches new advocacy resources to help dentists host members of Congress in their communities
The ADA has launched a new In District Lobby Day webpage designed to help dentists strengthen relationships with federal lawmakers. Read More
