March 27, 2025

Medicaid Limits, No Fluoride, Fewer Dentists

Rural U.S. counties face rising tooth decay rates amid dentist shortages, declining fluoridation, and gaps in Medicaid dental access.

KFF Health News

September 08, 2023

Organized dentistry leaders share how more voices can sustain momentum for dental insurance reforms

Dentists regularly rate dental insurance issues among the most important concerns facing the profession today.

ADA News

February 01, 2024

Authentic Patient Involvement

Empower patients to take control of their oral health with andragogy instead of traditional behaviorism - insights from Howard M. Notgarnie, RDH, EdD.

Inside Dental Hygiene

March 15, 2024

ADA comments to Congress on the Employee Retirement Income Security Act

The American Dental Association has filed comments in advance of the 50th anniversary of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act.

ADA News

March 26, 2024

My View: There's more than one way to win a race

I would urge everyone to take some time understanding the NCOIL model legislation before concluding that it was a bad deal for the ADA.

ADA News

October 03, 2024

Experts Urged Caution on Mouth Taping Trend

Social media fuels mouth taping trend with 7 million TikTok views, prompting medical experts to scrutinize limited data on forced mouth closure during sleep.

Conexiant

October 30, 2024

Dental Experts Share Tips for Cavity-Free Halloween

Celebrate Dental & Braces expert Dr. Kelsey Loveland offers essential tips for maintaining a healthy smile amid Halloween's sweet treats.

Conexiant

March 01, 2024

3D Printed Permanent Crown Materials

Discover the latest insights into bonding 3D printed crown materials from Nathaniel Lawson, DMD, PhD, at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry.

Inside Dentistry

May 17, 2024

Watch: John Oliver Dishes on KFF Health News’ Opioid Settlements Series

Recent reporting and analysis show how opioid settlement funds are being allocated by state and local governments in the US, shedding light on the significant restitution efforts by manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.

KFF Health News