The ADA is supporting newly introduced federal legislation aimed at ensuring that state dental insurance reform laws apply to self-funded dental plans. The Improving Dental Administration Act was introduced March 12 by Reps. Jeff Van Drew, D.M.D., R-N.J., and Herb … Read More
Dental leaders are considering alternative ways to bring more dental assistants into the state after one of only two dental assistant programs in the state paused its enrollment, NBC affiliate WCYB reported March 11. Mountain Empire Community College said earlier … Read More
The Utah Legislature recently passed a bill allowing hygienists to practice at hospitals without general supervision from a dentist. Hygienists in Utah are currently authorized to practice in certain public health settings without dentist supervision, including residences, schools, nursing homes, … Read More
Along with brushing and flossing, good dental insurance goes a long way towards keeping your teeth healthy. Since 2016, Money’s editorial team has spent thousands of hours researching and vetting the best dental insurance providers and coverage. We’ve evaluated the … Read More
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — The New York State Dental Association is pushing for changes to make dental insurance work better for patients. The group is advocating for a “dental loss ratio,” similar to the medical loss ratio required under the … Read More
El Paso-based Texas Tech Hunt School of Dental Medicine is launching an oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program. High Desert Oral and Facial Surgery in El Paso, Texas, committed $250,000 to establish the High Desert Oral and Facial Surgery Endowed … Read More
Texas is again aggressively investigating and prosecuting dental and orthodontic fraud, particularly regarding Medicaid billing. In fact, in 2025 Attorney General Ken Paxton stated that the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) is heavily targeting pediatric dental chains that use “paper-only” … Read More
DSOs are eyeing new opportunities for scalable growth this year, while also continuing to invest in initiatives that have brought them success in the past. Here are three key trends driving DSO growth this year: Artificial intelligence Becker’s has reported … Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WVVA) – Ahead of the State of the Union, Senator Tim Kaine highlighted the healthcare crisis facing Virginians, pointing to Medicaid cuts and expiring ACA tax credits as threats to vulnerable patients. Kaine held a briefing with Dr. … Read More
The American Association of Orthodontists is recognizing Larry Tadlock, DDS, with the James E. Brophy Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Tadlock is head of the Orthodontic Department and a clinical professor at the Texas A&M School of Dentistry in Dallas. He … Read More
Two controversial bills being proposed in Virginia seek to expand who is legally allowed to perform dental cleanings. They’re aimed at addressing a shortage of dental hygienists and helping people get preventive cleanings before they develop bigger, more expensive dental … Read More
Star Quinn moved to Kingsport, Tennessee, in 2023, the same year the state began covering dental costs for about 600,000 low-income adults enrolled in Medicaid. But when Quinn chipped a tooth and it became infected, she could not find a … Read More
CHICAGO, Feb. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), representing over 11,000 pediatric dental specialists, has formally submitted comments on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fluoride Preliminary Assessment Plan and Literature Survey (Docket No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-3823). The … Read More
Three whistleblowers should collect nothing from Texas’ $236 million Medicaid fraud settlement with Xerox because information they provided was previously known to investigators, a lawyer for the state argued to an appeals court Thursday. Trying to claw back the $48 … Read More
Despite expanding its coverage of dental procedures for Medicare beneficiaries with certain medical treatments, many clinicians don’t participate in the program. Dental experts told DrBicuspid what needs to happen for the tide to turn. Dentists said reimbursements need to be … Read More
If you’re interested in providing access to high quality, comprehensive medical and health care services to Medicaid recipients in the state, you can apply to be a member of the Medicaid Advisory Committee formerly known as the Medical Care Advisory … Read More
Here are six emerging trends for dental leaders to know regarding artificial intelligence, staffing, insurance and patient care: 1. AI adoption: Several DSOs have added AI technology in recent weeks to enhance patient care and improve operational efficiency, including DECA … Read More
The ADA Foundation has launched a new grant program to support state dental associations and their affiliated foundations as they assist dentists impacted by natural disasters. States may be eligible to receive a grant of up to $25,000 from the … Read More
American Dental Association President Richard Rosato, D.M.D. found a receptive audience when he shared the concept behind the ADA’s Oral Health 2050 Initiative while participating in a panel discussion at the 2026 Dental VIP Summit. Taking place Feb. 18 in … Read More
The ADA submitted a response to the Department of Health and Human Services’ request for information on artificial intelligence adoption in clinical care. The Association emphasized that while AI offers transformative potential, its adoption in dental practices requires investments, particularly … Read More
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into what he called “likely the largest breach in U.S. history,” following a data breach that compromised the sensitive information of approximately 4 million Texans. The breach occurred over nearly three … Read More
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Texas Attorney General is calling it the largest data breach in U.S. history, and letters are already going out to those affected. That includes people right here in the CSRA. The breach involves Conduent Business … Read More
Dr. Todd Gray, chief dental officer for Sun Life U.S. including DentaQuest, recently joined TeamSmile’s Board of Directors, reinforcing both a personal and professional dedication to improving oral health for all. amSmile is the nation’s premier advocacy group that partners … Read More
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) – The Dental Depot is a pediatric dentist office with a unique railroad theme, and Pediatric Dentist Dr. Scott Worley says it serves a significant purpose. “Going to the dentist can be intimidating for anyone, especially … Read More
Parkland College will soon expand its dental hygienist program and dramatically increase access to community dental care, thanks to $3.5 million in federal funding secured by U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL). The funding, part of the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations … Read More
Continued margin compression, outside people trying to get in between dental teams, and insurance companies denying care and delaying payments are a few of the burdens facing dental leaders. Prioritizing alignment, culture and honesty with staff and patients is key … Read More
Three new standards are available for review and comment from the American Dental Association’s Standards Program by March 22. • Proposed ANSI/ADA Standard No. 216, Dentistry — Endodontic Irrigants and Medicaments: This document classifies endodontic irrigants and medicaments used temporarily … Read More
The dental workforce is seeing big shifts this year as the industry faces increased dentist retirement and additional hiring challenges with dental assistants. Here are five workforce trends to know: 1. Dental assistant hiring and retention is getting a negative … Read More
A Texas state Medicaid leader said her office is taking steps to address potential Medicaid fraud, following a letter from the governor pushing for stronger enforcement. Last month, Gov. Greg Abbott directed state officials to investigate potential Medicaid fraud in … Read More
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has issued Civil Investigative Demands to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBS) and Conduent Business Services, LLC as part of an investigation into a major data breach that exposed the sensitive personal information of … Read More
A group of industry leaders have come together in response to the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence technology in dentistry. Dental AI company VideaHealth established the AI Leadership Council earlier this year to help ensure the responsible adoption of AI … Read More
The Rutgers School of Dental Medicine (RSDM) has become the first U.S. institution to join the International Federation of Dental Schools and Faculties (FIEFO), an Ibero-American dental consortium that encourages global dental innovation. RSDM is the first and currently only … Read More
EAST TEXAS (KLTV/KTRE) – State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt is seeking the Democratic nomination for state comptroller to bring more transparency to the office. One of Eckhardt’s priorities is to see that Medicaid is expanded. “We’ve really not heard much from … Read More
Several full-tuition scholarships are available for a teaching and leadership training program for dental educators and private practitioners interested in an academic career. The ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure is administering the scholarships to the Academy for Advancing … Read More
“Being recognized as a top workplace reflects the culture our people have intentionally built together,” said Brian Sherman, executive vice president and chief people officer at Delta Dental of California and Affiliates. “Our employees are deeply connected to our purpose … Read More
The recent data breach at Conduent now appears to have been a lot bigger than initially thought, affecting tens of millions of people. Conduent is a major government contractor that works with more than 600 government entities globally, including those … Read More
Despite decreasing economic confidence among dentists, DSO leaders remain optimistic about what the future holds for interest rates, consumer spending and M&A activity. A recent American Dental Association survey found that dentists’ confidence in the U.S. economy and the dental … Read More
Expanding coverage of dental procedures for Medicare beneficiaries with certain medical treatments appeared to not encourage clinicians, especially oral surgeons, to participate in the program. The study was published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. However, researchers were … Read More
Dental assistant hiring and retention is getting a negative forecast due to mounting workforce challenges, according to Dentalpost’s 2026 Dental Salary Survey Report. Dentalpost’s annual report highlights various industry trends, including workforce, salary and practice management. Dentalpost surveyed nearly 3,575 … Read More
PHOENIX — Approximately three hours southwest of Phoenix, the small Mexican town of Los Algodones is making a big impact on American healthcare consumers seeking affordable alternatives to skyrocketing U.S. medical costs. With a population of just 5,000 residents, Los … Read More
