Oct 25, 2023

What if Dentistry Was Disorganized?

This editorial from 1931, written at the front end of the Great Depression, gives us much to contemplate.1 After all, as members of the dental profession, we continue to have a public to serve emerging from the Covid-19 Pandemic. We are entrusted by society with the right to self-regulate.

Oct 25, 2023

Pain, Pills and New Perceptions

The beauty of dentistry and medicine, in general, is the ever-present evolution and growth of evidence-based practices guided by novel understanding. The advancement of knowledge allows our “practice” of the healing arts, to be refined continuously to better serve our patients and customize treatment modalities for maximized efficacy in rendering patient care.

Oct 25, 2023

Healthy Mouth, Healthy Brain: Exploring the Connection Between Periodontitis and Neurodegenerative Disease

Often, public perception in dentistry is that of concern for cavities, broken teeth, and missing teeth. In light of what our patients can see or perceive, there is a silent menace that goes undetected and, in many cases, is overlooked or under-emphasized.

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