New Benton-Franklin Counties Dental Society Website

Welcome to bfdentalsociety.org, the new website for the Benton-Franklin Counties Dental Society!

Coalition urges Congress to boost CDC tobacco prevention funding

The ADA joined a coalition urging Congress to provide $310 million for tobacco prevention and cessation programs at the CDC. Read More

New ADA course offers strategies for supporting dentists’ mental health

In honor of Health Workforce Well-Being Day on March 18, the new course offers practical strategies and tools for dentists and their teams. Read More

3 convicted in racketeering conspiracy involving dental practice

The conspiracy defrauded Medicaid of more than $30 million. Read More

ADA voices support for reintroduction of Promoting Dental Health Act

The ADA supports legislation reintroduced in the U.S. Senate that would extend federal support for oral health initiatives nationwide. Read More

ADA calls for improved interoperability standards for dental imaging 

The ADA submitted comments in response to a request for information on diagnostic imaging interoperability standards and certification.  Read More

ADA Forsyth wins Massachusetts economic impact award

The ADA Forsyth Institute has won gold in the 22nd annual Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards. Read More

Legislation introduced to apply state dental insurance laws to self-funded plans 

The ADA is supporting new legislation aimed at ensuring that state dental insurance reform laws apply to self-funded dental plans. Read More

Translate science into practice at ADA 2026 Scientific Session

The Scientific Session will focus on clear, actionable insights dentists can use to support their clinical decision-making. Read More

ADA Member Advantage endorses Weave as patient engagement platform

ADA Member Advantage has endorsed Weave to provide its AI-powered patient communications and engagement platform to Association members. Read More

ADA names next executive director

The American Dental Association has named Nader A. Nadershahi, D.D.S., M.B.A., Ed.D., as its next executive director, effective March 23. Read More

ADA joins coalition urging Education Department to adjust timeline for student loan changes

The ADA is urging the Education Department to adjust the implementation timeline for student loan changes that could affect dental students. Read More

ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure seeks committee nominees

The ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure is seeking nominees to serve on its committees this October. Read More

ADA reaffirms importance of clinical exams in early oral cancer detection

The recommendations, published in JADA, are the first to be released as part of a living guideline on oral cancer detection. Read More

ADA urges EPA to strengthen scientific rigor in fluoride health assessment 

The ADA urged the EPA to strengthen the protocols in its accelerated review of potential health effects of fluoride in drinking water. Read More

ADA Foundation launches disaster relief fund

The ADA Foundation has launched a new grant program to support states as they assist dentists impacted by natural disasters. Read More

Oral History: Dr. Emmett Bolden

This ADA News series seeks to highlight pivotal people and moments that have helped shape the dental profession, community and beyond. Read More

ADA backs independent fluoride review at House hearing 

The ADA is urging lawmakers to bolster scientific oversight of potential federal fluoride regulations. Read More

ADA responds to HHS request for information on AI adoption in dentistry

The ADA submitted a response to DHHS' request for information on artificial intelligence adoption in clinical care. Read More

ADA president discusses Oral Health 2050 Initiative at dental innovators event

ADA urges Principal to reconsider documentation for periapical radiographs

ADA leaders from the Council on Dental Benefit Programs and staff met Feb. 20 with senior Principal representatives. Read More