Transition From Dental Student to Associate

Jul 5, 2023

Want to ensure you are prepared for the next step in your career? Discover the valuable tips and advice in this article written by Dr. Suzanne Ebert for the Dental Practice Reporter, "Preparing For The Transition From Dental Student to Associate." In this article she explores the essential steps and considerations to help set yourself up for success in your first associateship.

Sep 30, 2024

Written testimony for House of Delegates reference committee hearings due Oct. 14

Livestream broadcast option available

Sep 30, 2024

ADA Board recommends no dues increase

House of Delegates to vote Oct. 22

Sep 30, 2024

NIDCR awards ADA Forsyth $6M to design restorative materials using AI

Composite will feature self-healing, antimicrobial properties

Sep 27, 2024

ADA opposes new dental therapy model legislation

Association says move does not adequately increase access to care

Sep 26, 2024

Judge orders EPA to address impacts of fluoride in drinking water

ADA says community water fluoridation is safe

Sep 25, 2024

House bill introduced to expand access to dental care

Proposed legislation would increase dental coverage under Medicare

Sep 24, 2024

Dental clinic and education program comes to Vermont

Campus to house modern classrooms and serve as Medicaid clinic

Sep 23, 2024

Advil Dual Action earns first ADA Seal for short-term pain relief

New Seal category supports ADA guidelines that recommend NSAIDs for acute dental pain

Sep 20, 2024

ADA advocates for states’ authority to regulate dental benefits

Association comments on the role of pharmacy benefit managers

Sep 19, 2024

Dentist pleads guilty to violating federal anti-kickback law

Sep 19, 2024

Dentists pay $1.7 million to settle false claims allegations

Sep 17, 2024

Symposium to highlight orthodontic innovation, technology

International Orthodontics Foundation, ADA Forsyth Institute to host joint event Oct. 5-6

Sep 13, 2024

ADA comments on proposed Medicare payment policies for dental services in 2025

The ADA also responded to CMS’ request for feedback on dental care for patients with diabetes

Sep 13, 2024

House committee holds 50th ERISA anniversary hearing

ADA says federal law should not override all of a states’ authority to regulate dental insurers

Sep 11, 2024

Legislation needed to delay Corporate Transparency Act filing deadline

ADA continues to advocate for delay

Sep 11, 2024

CODA seeks input on proposed standard revisions

Virtual hearing to take place Oct. 10

Sep 11, 2024

Building a legacy: Dr. Natalia Chalmers on her work at CMS

Pediatric dentist is agency’s first chief dental officer

Sep 10, 2024

Learn about ADA CE opportunities during Instagram Live

Session will highlight top programs, including SmileCon courses

Sep 10, 2024

DDH Compact Commission holds first meeting

Next meeting to take place in early 2025

Sep 10, 2024

Four vie for treasurer office

House of Delegates will vote Oct. 22

Sep 10, 2024

Corporate Transparency Act year-end filing could be delayed

ADA continues to advocate for delay

Sep 4, 2024

More states enact dental insurance legislation

Pennsylvania, Illinois pass virtual credit card, prior authorization bills

Sep 3, 2024

Showing up as his best self

Brett Kessler, D.D.S., to become 161st president of ADA

Sep 3, 2024

September JADA examines implications of sleep neuroscience in dental medicine

Article is latest addition in Oral Science Trends series

Aug 30, 2024

American Heart Association invites dentists to join Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts initiative

Effort aims to improve heart health screenings, referrals in dental offices

Aug 29, 2024

SmileCon brings innovations, celebrations to New Orleans

There’s still time to register for Oct. 17-19 meeting

Aug 29, 2024

New federal rules on nondiscrimination in health care

New HHS rules modify protections for LGBTQ+, disabled patients

Aug 28, 2024

JADA wins National Health Information Award for sealants article

Stem cell cover illustration also earns recognition

Aug 27, 2024

National Toxicology Program releases fluoride exposure monograph

ADA reaffirms support for community water fluoridation

Aug 27, 2024

First US standard on clear aligners available for comment

The standard specifies requirements and test methods

Aug 26, 2024

U.S. judge strikes down FTC ban on noncompete clauses

Ban will likely not go into effect Sept. 4

Aug 21, 2024

ADA opposes NIH restructuring proposal

Coalition says proposal would ‘undermine’ NIDCR’s mission

Aug 20, 2024

ADA calls for policy reforms to improve Medicaid access

New report highlights barriers to obtaining dental care through Medicaid

Aug 20, 2024

Learn how to harness laser technology in your dental practice

ADA workshop to take place Dec. 6-7 in Chicago

Aug 20, 2024

Medicaid ins and outs focus of ADA webinar

Scheduled for Aug. 28

Aug 20, 2024

ADA urges caution on credit reporting proposal that would exclude medical debt

Federal rule could impact debt collection practices

Aug 20, 2024

Dental School Snapshots: August

University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry

Aug 20, 2024

Phase 7 Provider Relief Fund reporting deadline approaches

Aug 12, 2024

AFI study identifies possible new transmission factor in hospital-acquired infections

Dr. Bor concluded that two important discoveries came out of this study.

Aug 12, 2024

First US standard on AI in dentistry available for comment

Interested parties have until Sept. 25 to comment.

Aug 9, 2024

ADA to comment on model dental therapy bill at upcoming ALEC meeting

"ADA policy has not changed on this matter"

Aug 7, 2024

August JADA finds vaping common among college students

E-cigarette use could lead to caries, gingivitis

Aug 6, 2024

Private equity affiliation among dentists increases

Change especially affects dental specialists

Aug 2, 2024

ADA to host webinar on new CMS regulations applicable to dentistry

Virtual presentation set for Aug. 12

Aug 2, 2024

James Schulz Jr. named ADA senior vice president of government and public affairs

Jul 30, 2024

Buffalo expected to restart water fluoridation this fall

Study investigates effects of years without mineral

Jul 30, 2024

Webinar to cover integration of medical, oral health

Jul 29, 2024

Professor, retired colonel recipient of ADA Distinguished Service Award

Theresa S. Gonzales, D.M.D., continues to demonstrate commitment to underserved

Jul 26, 2024

Excited for the Olympics? Learn about dentistry’s role in sports through new ADA exhibit

First US patent for wooden golf tee awarded to dentist in 1899

Jul 26, 2024

Graduating from ASDA to ADA

Dental programs reach high ADA membership sign-ups

Jul 26, 2024

Dentists can now submit Medicare claims electronically

Report estimates providers could save $1.5B by switching to electronic transactions

Jul 26, 2024

SmileCon Opening Session to offer insights, inspiration

Event kicks off ADA’s annual meeting Oct. 17 in New Orleans

Jul 24, 2024

Ohio passes bill aimed at improving dental insurance, license portability

State Joins Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact

Jul 18, 2024

CAQH seeks dental providers for 2024 index

Survey tracks adoption of electronic administrative transactions

Jul 16, 2024

ADA opposes NIH spending bill rider

‘This massive consolidation of NIH’s institutes and centers amounts to Congress dictating science’

Jul 16, 2024

How electronic funds transfer can benefit your dental practice

EFT claim payments offer alternative to virtual credit cards, paper checks

Jul 15, 2024

PRO-HEAL Act addresses ongoing dental shortage

Bill would expand health care provider pipeline grant programs

Jul 12, 2024

Action Alert seeks support for HSA eligibility for over-the-counter oral health care products

New bill makes oral health’s connection to overall health clear, ADA says

Jul 10, 2024

Rhode Island and Louisiana pass dental loss ratio bills

Dental loss ratio bills regulate the portion of insurance premiums spent on patient care rather than overhead.

Jul 5, 2024

States experience Medicaid wins

Victories include reimbursement rate increases, centralized credentialing

Jul 2, 2024

Dental clinic operator sentenced for role in $6M pediatric fraud scheme

Floss Family Dental Care clinic in Houston and submitted fraudulent claims to Medicaid from 2018 to 2021

Jul 1, 2024

Keeping your team safe: How to de-escalate encounters with aggressive patients

Jul 1, 2024

Dentists’ role in monitoring, managing care of patients using buprenorphine

July JADA examines xerostomia, caries linked with use of drug

Jun 28, 2024

HIPAA rule supports reproductive health care privacy

Final rule now in effect

Jun 27, 2024

ADA Library & Archives digital exhibit details dental pain management through the years

Collection complements National Library of Medicine’s traveling exhibit stopping at ADA

Jun 27, 2024

HEADs UP supports individuals with developmental disabilities

Association expresses ‘strong support’ for legislation

Jun 24, 2024

Deadline to use Phase 7 Provider Relief Fund reporting approaches

You have until June 30 to use the money.

Jun 24, 2024

SmileCon 2024 offers CE opportunities tailor-made for new dentists

Education part of New Orleans’ New Dentist Experience

Jun 20, 2024

Dental Olympics returns at SmileCon 2024

Four-team challenge pits dental students against one another in now-annual highlight

Jun 19, 2024

Dentist competing to be America's next MasterChef

Baby boomer is contestant on new season of TV show airing all summer in primetime

Jun 19, 2024

States enact dental benefit legislation

16 new laws passed in 9 states

Jun 18, 2024

The science behind community water fluoridation

Q&A with American Fluoridation Society duo on advocacy backed by evidence

Jun 18, 2024

Entry period for 2024 Design Innovation Awards ends Aug. 16

Remodel, new build, large new build categories open for dental practice competition

Jun 18, 2024

Federal task force to crack down on e-cigarettes

ADA urges 'all hands on deck' in coalition letter

Jun 17, 2024

ADA calls for increased resources for Indian Health Service

Requests include money for workforce, medical equipment