Aug 04, 2026 ADA urges CMS to recognize adult dental coverage as an essential health benefit The ADA is urging CMS to revise how it defines essential health benefits, saying both pediatric and adult dental coverage should be EHBs. Read More
Aug 04, 2026 ADA reaffirms support for Nevada proposal to expand dental assistant duties The ADA is reaffirming support for a Nevada proposal that would allow properly trained dental assistants to perform certain scaling duties. Read More
Aug 03, 2026 FinWise Bancorp acquires ADA credit card administrator The acquisition is not anticipated to cause any service changes for ADA members. Read More
Aug 03, 2026 August JADA evaluates omega-3 fatty acids’ role in periodontal health Omega-3 fatty acids may help lower oral and systemic inflammation, potentially contributing to improved periodontal health. Read More
Jul 29, 2026 ADA Member Advantage-endorsed Compliancy Group acquires Healthicity The acquisition brings together all the elements of a compliance program into a single, expanded platform. Read More
Jul 24, 2026 Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services encourages states to restrict amalgam coverage The guidance is not a requirement, and states are responsible for determining medical necessity criteria and making coverage decisions. Read More