News and Publications

Oct 7, 2025

ADA pushes back against payer downcoding on multisurface restorations

Downcoding occurs when a payer uses a code that is different from the one reported on the claim so the reimbursement amount is less. Read More

Oct 6, 2025

First female dean of US dental school dies

Jeanne Sinkford, D.D.S., the first female dean of a U.S. dental school and an ADA Distinguished Service Award winner, has died. Read More

Oct 6, 2025

ADA urges clarity on visa restrictions impacting international dental faculty 

The ADA is seeking clarification from USCIS on recent immigration policy changes that could affect the dental education workforce.  Read More

Oct 6, 2025

Take action on rural oral health, ADA urges 

The ADA urged CMS to recognize state-led strategies that expand the oral health workforce while maintaining high standards of care.  Read More

Oct 2, 2025

October JADA compares dental clearance timelines before radiation therapy

Integrating oral medicine into care teams for patients with head and neck cancer can help ensure rapid, specialized dental treatment. Read More