ADA Living Guideline Program announced

May 14, 2025
The ADA and University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine have collaborated to establish the ADA Living Guideline Program.  
https://adanews.ada.org/ada-news/2025/may/ada-living-guideline-program-announced/

May 20, 2025

Nearing the End of Session

Progress on Key Legislative Priorities The Illinois General Assembly will adjourn the 2025 legislative session on Saturday, May 31. As we enter the final stretch, ISDS continues to advocate for legislation that protects patients, strengthens dental practices, and supports the profession.

May 8, 2025

ADA Find-a-Dentist helps patients find you

Increase your visibility and stand out by keeping your profile updated. Profiles that feature photos, email addresses, website links and other key details will stand out to patients searching for a new dentist.

May 2, 2025

Visit the ISDS Career Center

By leveraging the ISDS Career Center, you're not just filling a position; you're investing in your practice's future with candidates committed to excellence in dental care.

May 1, 2025

Are You Reading Your Monthly E-Newsletters?

Are you reading your e-newsletters? They provide essential updates and practice management resources for our members, including information about upcoming FREE CE!

Apr 10, 2025

From the Fairway to the Green: Legislative Session Moves Forward

The legislative calendar doesn’t always line up perfectly with the Masters Tournament in Augusta, but we couldn’t resist the comparison. Both are high-stakes, strategy-driven, and full of unexpected turns. Both require focus and a strong finish. The Illinois legislative session has reached its halfway point. Like at the Masters, we’ve completed the front nine and we’re headed into the back nine with solid momentum. In the legislature, no bill is ever truly out until the session officially ends, which for now is scheduled for May 31. Still, the halfway point offers a helpful snapshot of what’s moving.

Mar 27, 2025

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.

Mar 25, 2025

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.

Feb 26, 2025

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.