Sixty uninsured and underinsured adults age 60 and older received free dental screenings and cleanings at the Texas Tech Dental Oral Health Clinic during the annual WellMed Screen & Clean event, provided by supervised dental students. The event in March … Read More
Reimbursement rates Although several states have increased reimbursement rates for dental services, they are still not enough to keep up with the pace of inflation, according to data from the American Dental Association. The ADA reported that reimbursement rates increased … Read More
The Organized Dentistry Coalition, or ODC, representing multiple national dental organizations including the ADA, is calling for continued support of federal oral health programs within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The coalition sent a letter April 30 … Read More
The ADA is calling on the Federal Trade Commission to more closely examine competition and transparency in dental insurance as the agency’s Healthcare Task Force begins its work. The FTC launched the Healthcare Task Force in March to coordinate the … Read More
Insurance companies have been employing a number of strategies to delay prior authorizations and payments to dental practices, which can put financial strain on providers. From inconsistent responses to claiming to have never received documentation to dragging out payment, dentists … Read More
Programming at the ADA 2026 Scientific Session will reflect real clinical challenges dentists are navigating in their practices today, helping to provide clarity where evidence and guidance are evolving. “Continuing education at the Scientific Session will be structured around practical … Read More
The Trump administration will require all 50 states to explain their plans to revalidate some of their Medicaid providers in a national escalation of anti-fraud efforts that have so far largely focused on specific states, Dr. Mehmet Oz said Tuesday. … Read More
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and the latest action guide from the National HPV Vaccination Roundtable outlines steps dentists can take to increase HPV vaccination and help prevent oropharyngeal cancer. Published in January, Cancer Prevention Through HPV Vaccination: An … Read More
The global mobile dentistry market is projected to reach $849.5 million by 2035, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 7.7% from its 2025 valuation of $402.9 million, according to a new report from Allied Market Research. The market’s … Read More
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed two dental workforce bills into law, backed by the Virginia Dental Association and the ADA, that take effect July 1. The first law allows internationally trained dentists to pursue dental hygiene licensure in Virginia. The … Read More
he line began forming, almost inconceivably, at 11 Wednesday morning, 18 hours before doors would open. By 9 p.m., 40 people were waiting. By midnight, the queue wrapped all the way around Fisher Pavilion, the Seattle Center banquet hall. Hundreds … Read More
For many people, the best countries for dental work come down to one thing: getting high quality dental care at a lower cost. This is why dental tourism has grown as part of the global medical tourism market. From dental … Read More
Dentists are facing compounding factors fueling financial troubles for their practices this year. Five notes: 1. Although several states have increased reimbursement rates for dental services, they are still not enough to keep up with the pace of inflation, according … Read More
Dental industry job growth has remained nearly flat over the past year, according to the ADA’s (ADA) first-quarter 2026 economic report. The report, which tracks employment data, consumer dental spending, and staffing trends, shows that overall U.S. job growth slowed … Read More
Kristen Jarrell, an Alexander County resident and licensed foster parent in Wilkes County, has had a dickens of a time trying to find a dentist for children in her care. In North Carolina, one of the requirements for a child … Read More
The Trump administration will require all 50 states to explain their plans to revalidate some of their Medicaid providers in a national escalation of anti-fraud efforts that have so far largely focused on specific states, Dr. Mehmet Oz said Tuesday. … Read More
Sixty-seven changes are coming to the CDT Code in 2027, including 28 additions, 33 revisions and six editorial updates. The Code Maintenance Committee met March 13 at ADA Headquarters in Chicago to accept, revise or decline proposed changes to CDT … Read More
Newswise — CHICAGO, April 17, 2026 — The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) today announced the Integrated Care Summit 2026: Bridging the Gaps to Whole-Person Care, a two-day interprofessional symposium and workshop in Broomfield, Colorado. The event brings dental hygienists, … Read More
The dental industry is undergoing a quiet but significant technological shift. While much of the healthcare technology conversation has centered on AI diagnostics and telemedicine platforms, a parallel transformation is happening inside cosmetic dentistry clinics — where digital design software, … Read More
More than 73% of dentists currently have an adequate number of dental assistants at their practice, according to a new report from the American Dental Association. The ADA recently released its “State of the U.S. economy” report for the first … Read More
Baylor Scott & White is getting out of the business of offering health insurance to Texas Medicaid and individual marketplace customers. The two decisions will combine to affect about 225,000 customers and will result in the loss of 321 jobs. … Read More
NYU College of Dentistry earned a $5.48 million grant in state funding to expand services for children with disabilities, planning to construct more specialized treatment rooms in its pediatric clinic. Gov. Kathy Hochul allocated the funding alongside New York’s Regional … Read More
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed into law two dental workforce-related measures backed by both the Virginia Dental Association and the ADA. Introduced at the request of the Virginia Dental Association, the legislation was a significant priority for the organization … Read More
Job growth within the dental industry has remained relatively flat over the last year, according to a new report from the American Dental Association. The ADA recently released its “State of the U.S. economy” report for the first quarter of … Read More
The Medicaid-sized elephant in the room for the dental industry does not have an easy solution, but a move in the right direction is needed, according to this dental director. There are too many plans, not enough consistency between the … Read More
Get ready to explore the latest in artificial intelligence, innovation, and restorative dentistry at CDA Presents The Art and Science of Dentistry, returning to the Anaheim Convention Center, May 14–16. This year’s event features over 130 speakers delivering hands-on workshops … Read More
Consumer dental spending continues to lag behind overall healthcare spending despite increasing gradually over the last several years, according to a new report from the American Dental Association. The ADA recently released its “State of the U.S. economy” report for … Read More
A day built on service. A team driven by compassion. A community we are honored to serve. Dental Excellence Group will host Smiles From the Heart, its 15th annual free dentistry day, across four locations: Napoleon (April 10), Delta (April … Read More
The ADA and three partner organizations are urging Congress to strengthen federal support for oral health programs and restore senior-level dental leadership within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as part of the fiscal year 2027 appropriations process. … Read More
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed suit against a group of dental providers and “sham” marketers for allegedly bribing Medicaid patients and for performing medically unnecessary procedures to defraud Texas Medicaid. According to the Office of the Attorney General, … Read More
More than 90% of dentists who have actively been recruiting dental hygienists over the past three months said that it has been “very” or “extremely” challenging, according to a report from the American Dental Association. Nearly 40% of dentists who … Read More
CareQuest Institute for Oral Health® today announced the appointment of An Nguyen, DDS, MPH, as its new Chief Clinical Officer. Dr. Nguyen joins CareQuest Institute from Colorado-based Clinica Family Health and Wellness, where she has served as Chief Dental Officer … Read More
The Trump administration’s fiscal year 2027 budget released April 3 proposes a $15.8 billion cut to HHS, while requesting $1.5 trillion for defense, a 44% increase. The budget would dramatically reshape federal spending priorities across healthcare and national security. It … Read More
As technology rapidly advances, the ways healthcare practices manage patient information have evolved significantly, reshaping how that data is created, stored, and protected. With patient information stored across multiple systems and platforms, the number of potential security gaps has grown. … Read More
A new analysis from Public Citizen found that 446 hospitals are at high risk of closing or cutting services due to planned Medicaid cuts under President Donald Trump. The report looked at financial data from about 95% of U.S. hospitals … Read More
Grab the balloons and light the candles because it’s the sweet 16 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)—as of March 23, at least! The ACA helped bring the US uninsured rate to a record low of 7.7% by 2023, according … Read More
UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry’s doors, visitors encounter a small but meaningful historical display: a detailed timeline and video illustrating milestones in dental history, and a mural professing its mission “to be a leader in dental education.” It’s a quiet … Read More
Oral health is foundational to overall well-being, contributing to everything from chronic disease prevention to long-term quality of life. Yet despite this understanding, financial barriers continue to prevent many – especially those in underserved communities or with non-traditional financial histories … Read More
Sun Life U.S. (SLF) named Tony Mollica president of its Dental business, including DentaQuest, effective March 30, 2026. Mollica will set strategic direction across Medicaid, Commercial and Medicare Advantage segments and oversee membership, retention and managed care strategies. He joins … Read More
Here are 10 statistics and trends showcasing how the orthodontics field is evolving: 1. Several states have enacted legislation requiring in-person examinations before patients can receive orthodontic treatment. The American Association of Orthodontists has advocated for these bills in the … Read More
