New Benton-Franklin Counties Dental Society Website

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

North Carolina orthodontist, nearly 80-year ADA member, dies at 102

Henry Zaytoun, D.D.S., a nearly 80-year member of the American Dental Association, died May 25 at 102 years old. Read More

ADA urges Congress to focus transparency efforts on dental benefit plans 

The ADA is urging House lawmakers to pursue health care transparency policies that avoid requirements ill-suited to dental practices.  Read More

What to know about CAQH change to DataSpring, powered by CAQH

ADA members who use the ADA Credentialing Service, powered by CAQH, can continue to do so with no interruption in service. Read More

June JADA highlights dentists’ role in rare disease management

Although research is lacking for rare diseases, dentists can play a role in screening for oral signs and making prompt referrals. Read More

ADA Forsyth ranks 54th on list of US research institutions

The ADA Forsyth Institute is the only dental research institute named to the Cure Innovation Index. Read More

Federal funding sparks new dental workforce in underserved communities 

The ADA has long advocated for policies that strengthen the dental workforce and improve access to care. Read More

ADA highlights dentistry’s role in antibiotic stewardship, calls for practical support in national action plan

The ADA emphasized dentistry’s role in outpatient antibiotic prescribing and the need to be a steward of appropriate antibiotic use.  Read More

ADA governance and organizational health evaluation is underway, scheduled to conclude in October 2027

ADA calls for ‘deliberative approach’ in EPA fluoride review

The ADA is urging the EPA to take a more “deliberative approach” in its HHTA for fluoride. Read More

Prioritize well-being this Mental Health Awareness Month with ADA resources

The ADA offers various resources to help dentists prioritize their well-being during Mental Health Awareness Month. Read More

ADA Forsyth ranks No. 1 nationally in NIDCR funding to dental institutions

ADA Forsyth Institute researchers were awarded more than $11.8 million in grants in fiscal year 2025. Read More

ADA supports PARTNERS Act aimed at strengthening oversight of Medicare Advantage dental benefits 

The ADA is supporting legislation aimed at strengthening oversight and enforcement of Medicare Advantage supplemental dental benefits.  Read More

Dental College of Georgia breaks ground on second campus

The Dental College of Georgia Savannah is slated to open in summer 2028 on the Armstrong Campus of Georgia Southern University. Read More

My View: We Are Stronger Together

U.S. Court of Appeals overturns lower court judgement in EPA fluoride case, citing judicial overreach 

New ADA standards on dental cartridges, water quality available for review

Interested parties have until June 10 to comment on the proposed standards. Read More

Dear ADA: Out-of-network billing

Out-of-network dentists may receive EOBs that appear to impose fee limitations despite the absence of a contractual agreement. Read More

U.S. Court of Appeals overturns lower court order in EPA fluoride case, citing judicial overreach 

JAMA study projects pediatric Medicaid disenrollment would worsen oral health, raise health care costs 

A new JAMA study projects that pediatric Medicaid coverage losses could lead to worsening oral health outcomes and higher health care costs. Read More

Explore world of forensic dentistry through ADA program

The hybrid forensic dentistry program will prepare dentists to apply their skills to help identify the unidentified and provide closure. Read More