One Big Beautiful Bill’s impact on student loans

The ADA sent a letter to the Education Department outlining the impact on dental students who participate in federal student loan programs.

ADA treasurer offers deeper dive into finances

ADA Treasurer Cody Graves, D.D.S., M.B.A., sent a newsletter focused on the formation of the ADA Forsyth Institute,

ADA lobbies to reduce nicotine in cigarettes

The ADA is supporting a proposed rule to reduce nicotine levels in cigarettes and other combustible tobacco products. 

Nominate chair for Strategic Forecasting Committee

The Strategic Forecasting Committee is seeking nominations for a chair to serve a two-year term.

ADA launches AI-powered credentialing solution, urges plan administrators to join effort

The ADA Delegated Credentialing Service, powered by LightSpun, builds on the success of the ADA-CAQH Provider Data Portal.

ADA advocates for removing stigmatizing questions from licensure applications

The ADA recently sent a letter to every state dental board to share best practices and resources.

‘Dr. Violin,’ wellness advocate, recipient of Distinguished Service Award

The ADA Board of Trustees awarded Bill Claytor, Jr., D.D.S., the ADA’s 2025 Distinguished Service Award.

ADA, coalition urge Congress to support health care workforce

The ADA is urging Congress to reauthorize federal programs that support the nation’s health care workforce.

Filmmaker Brett Culp to deliver SmileCon 2025 keynote address

Brett Culp — an acclaimed filmmaker, social entrepreneur and keynote speaker — will deliver the SmileCon Opening Session keynote address.

My View: Empathy: The human skill that sets us apart

Empathy is not weakness. It’s not a luxury. And it’s not purely instinctive. It’s a skill.

You Ask, We Answer: Fluoridation Facts

The ADA News is delving into many questions explored in Fluoridation Facts through conversations with experts.

ADA Forsyth Friday: How clear aligners shape mouth’s bacterial ecosystem

Researchers at ADA Forsyth are investigating how wearing clear aligners changes the bacterial environment in the mouth.

Register for dental editors’ conference in San Diego

Dental communicators will converge in San Diego for the American Association of Dental Editors and Journalists Annual Conference.

ADA seeks ambassadors to help address workforce shortages

The ADA is seeking volunteers for its workforce ambassador program to help address workforce shortages.

Dentist to pay more than $500,000 after allegedly filing false Medicaid claims

A dentist will pay more than $500,000 to the state of Oklahoma after he allegedly submitted false claims to the state’s Medicaid program.

ADA Board implements $20 million in cuts from 2025 budget

The ADA is carrying out more than $20 million in expense reductions, as indicated by the 2025 budget.

August JADA finds dentists can use parents’ photos to detect caries in children

Dentists can use parent-obtained smartphone photos to accurately assess visible caries in children, according to a study published in JADA.

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of happenings in government you may have missed this week.

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of happenings in government you may have missed this week.

ADA Forsyth Friday: Unlocking the secrets of oral microbiome

The fourth episode of Ambush Science looks at a major update to the Human Oral Microbiome Database.

Nominate Your Local Dental Hero - Recognition They Deserve

Has a colleague of yours made a difference in your community? We want to hear about it.

ISDS Trustee at Large Position

The ISDS Board of Trustees now includes an "at-large" position, established in 2022, which can be filled by a qualified member from any component society. Dr. Keith Evans currently holds this position until 2026.

Election Notice for 2025 ISDS House of Delegates

The 2025 ISDS House of Delegates will be held September 12-13 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton East Peoria Riverfront Hotel & Conference Center in Peoria, IL.

Illinois Medicaid Orthodontic Scoring Tool Officially Updated

ISDS is proud to share a significant advocacy win that reflects the power of our collective voice.

March Legislative Update

The 2025 legislative session is underway, with over 6,600 bills being introduced. ISDS is closely tracking more than 175 of them for their potential impact on dentistry. While we're still in the early stages, the session runs through the end of May, and we’ll need your engagement to help advance our priorities.

Down State Society Caucus is now accepting Nominations for ADA Delegates and Alternates for 2026

Nominations are now being accepted for Delegates and Alternates to serve Illinois in the Eighth District Delegation to the 2026 ADA House of Delegates in Indianapolis, Indiana. “We encourage the election of ADA Council members and first time or new dentist delegates for our delegation to better represent the dentists of Illinois.” Election of the Delegates and Alternates will be conducted at the Downstate Dental Society Caucus meeting on Saturday September 13, 2025, during the ISDS Annual Session in Peoria.

Protecting Your Patients and Your Practice Key to 2025 ISDS Legislative Agenda

Following Laws Effective January 1, 2025:

Member Alert! Illinois Dental News Going Digital!

Important Notice: New Third-Party Financing Regulations

Save the Date for the 2025 Capital Conference

Celebrate National Flossing Day with ISDS!

Legislation Passes that Shapes Regulations for Third-Party Financing in the Dental Office

Calling all past & future GKAS event hosts!

Sign up for the ADA Foundation's Give Kids a Smile!

ISDS and IDFPR launch new campaign!

ISDS and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) have launched a joint campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of unlicensed dentists.

New Law Inspired by Illinois Jaw Cancer Patients’ Struggle Closes Health Insurance Gaps

Too many Illinoisans struggle to receive the medical care they need, including those with health insurance,” said Gong-Gershowitz (D-Glenview). “SB3305 ensures that patients who need crucial jaw surgery, which often includes cancer patients, can get the care they need.”

Donate to the $50,000 challenge!

An anonymous donor has generously offered to match all donations with a contribution of their own, dollar-for-dollar, up to a total of $50,000.

Ransomware on the Rise: Steps to Protect Your Practice and Systems from Cyber Disruption

When a cyberattack hits, your practice comes to a screeching halt. A compromised system can mean no access to schedules, billing or patient records. Learn how to proactively protect your systems, prevent cyber incidents and responsibly respond to a ransomware attack.

ISDS Foundation Announces the 2024 Scholarship Winners

The Illinois State Dental Society Foundation is thrilled to announce the winners of this year's scholarship program. After carefully considering and evaluating numerous applications, we are proud to award scholarships to the following outstanding individuals.

ISDS Foundation Awards $24,000 to Help Illinois Dental Schools

The ISDS Foundation’s Dental Education Endowment Fund: “Our Legacy, Our Future” program earmarked $8,000 from its endowment’s earnings for each dental school in Illinois in 2024. The ISDS Foundation Board requested a “wish list” from each dental school administration and asked them to identify where these requested funds would be most needed for each educational program to succeed and most visible to those donating to the endowment. Below are the monies that will be awarded at this year’s ISDS Annual Session and where the monies were used.