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News from the ADA and WSDA, important announcements and documents, and more! Updated weekly and posted to our social media.

Respiratory PPE, Dry Mouth & COVID-19

Dr. Hsu's Masks - Certificate of Conformity

Dr. Hsu's Masks - Technical Specification Sheet

Dr. Hsu's Masks - Certification of FDA Registration

Jan 26, 2022

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ADA webinar features introduction to dental PPO plans
Dec 22, 2021

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New ADA CE Online courses focus on continuing education for dental teams
Dec 9, 2021

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ADA helps develop guides for sharing patient information between dental, medical providers
Dec 9, 2021

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Need an escape from the stresses of dentistry? Try yoga
Dec 9, 2021

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Oregon Health & Science University names new dental school dean
Nov 19, 2021

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ACE Panel report finds half of dentists offer smoking cessation support to patients
Nov 19, 2021

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Medicare dental benefit not included in House of Representatives-passed legislation
Nov 12, 2021

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February is National Children's Dental Health Month
Nov 12, 2021

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Federal agencies issue COVID-19 vaccine mandates
Oct 19, 2021

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Dr. Sabates: A new day for dentistry
Oct 19, 2021

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WHO includes three dental preparations in list of essential medicines for first time
Oct 14, 2021

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DEA: Single sheet 222 forms mandatory beginning Oct. 30
Sep 21, 2021

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Energy and Commerce advances proposal calling for expanded Medicare
Sep 21, 2021

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ADA, state dental society advocacy results in nearly 100 dental insurance reform proposals
Sep 10, 2021

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ADA webinar seeks to answer questions associated with PPO leasing
Sep 10, 2021

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New FAQ addresses questions about Medicare dental benefit proposals
Sep 3, 2021

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September JADA finds association between vaping, untreated caries
Sep 3, 2021

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New FAQ addresses questions about Medicare dental benefit proposals
Sep 3, 2021

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HPI: Staffing challenges becoming major issue in dental offices
Aug 18, 2021

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August, 2021 Message from the President

State & National News

Oct 3, 2022

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New ADA podcast hosts believe in mentoring listeners
Dental Sound Bites’ launching at SmileCon with Drs. Mary Jane Hanlon, ArNelle Wright
Oct 3, 2022

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Three dental providers settle cases for potential HIPAA violations regarding records
‘Patients have a fundamental right under HIPAA to receive their requested medical records’
Sep 30, 2022

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ADA shares ideas with Congress on improving dental access for patients with disabilities
The ADA supports equal access to dental care for all patients and has...
Sep 30, 2022

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HPI webinars to focus on workforce issues, state of dental economy
Register now for programs on Oct. 3 and Oct. 5
Sep 29, 2022

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National Health Service Corps now accepting applications for Students to Service program
Loan repayment program offers up to $120,000 for awardees
Sep 15, 2022

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Free ADA webinar in late September presents modern alternative to traditional dental insurance
'Reframing how we view dental insurance is a step in the right direction’
Sep 14, 2022

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Mark Rolfing Experience teeing up fun, charity, oral cancer CE at SmileCon
Golf commentator will be on hand in Houston for three events at SmileCon 2022 that draw on career, winning bout against cancer
Sep 14, 2022

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Bestselling author, inspirational speaker to host DENT Talks at SmileCon
Heavenly Kimes, D.D.S., will share her unconventional path during DENT Talks — Road Less Traveled
Sep 12, 2022

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ADA proposed 2023 budget invests in digital transformation
Proposal to increase dues by $14
Sep 8, 2022

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ADA calls on dentists, dental students to press Congress on student loan reform
New video features two dentists speaking out on need for reform
Sep 7, 2022

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Alumni, affiliate events offer opportunities for networking, catching up with friends
Catch up with old friends and make new ones at...
Sep 7, 2022

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Expect familiar comforts and new offerings at ADA Member Center during SmileCon 2022
Amid the vast and varied offerings at SmileCon 2022, the ADA Member Center...
Sep 7, 2022

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September marks Dental Infection Control Awareness Month
ADA, Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention encourage observation to maintain focus
Aug 30, 2022

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New dentist experience to take spotlight during SmileCon
Programming geared toward younger dentists to focus on networking, mental health
Aug 30, 2022

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Your favorite dental podcasts — live!
Visit the Dental Podcast and Influencer Hub for a unique experience
Aug 30, 2022

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Dental Central offers hot topics, space to recharge during SmileCon
Dental Central is more than an exhibit hall — it’s the hub of SmileCon.
Aug 26, 2022

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ADA standards committees to hold fall meetings
The ADA Standards Committee on Dental Informatics will hold...
Aug 26, 2022

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Pathways to Dentistry: Academia
Dentists say working at dental schools offers rewards from shaping next generation of profession
Aug 25, 2022

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September JADA finds dentists often discuss costs with patients
Conversations can minimize cost-related barriers to care
Aug 24, 2022

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Infection control guide from ADA revised for a post-COVID-19 world
Guide includes a self-assessment checklist of current infection control practices

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