Aug 4, 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 4, 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 3, 2026
FinWise Bancorp acquires ADA credit card administrator
The acquisition is not anticipated to cause any service changes for ADA members. Read More
Aug 3, 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
Jul 24, 2026
Proposed ADA standard specifies requirements for comprehensive, consistent dental EOBs
The proposed standard is available for review and comment by Aug. 21. Read More
Jul 24, 2026
ADA applauds Senate HELP Committee action on Title VII workforce reauthorization
The ADA is supporting the Senate HELP Committee's advancement of legislation to reauthorize federal health professions workforce programs. Read More
Jul 23, 2026
Action for Dental Health Act advances in House, introduced in Senate
Legislation to reauthorize the Action for Dental Health Act advanced in the House on July 20 and was introduced in the Senate on July 23. Read More
Jul 23, 2026
ADA backs legislation to make adult dental benefits mandatory under Medicaid
The ADA is supporting legislation that would make dental and oral health services a required benefit for adults enrolled in Medicaid. Read More
Jul 23, 2026
ADA-led coalition supports bill to strengthen CHIP dental coverage for children
The ADA is supporting legislation that would strengthen dental coverage for children enrolled in the Children's Health Insurance Program. Read More
Jul 22, 2026
New ADA toolkit aims to reduce credentialing delays for dentists
As part of continued efforts to address credentialing delays, the ADA has released a new provisional credentialing toolkit for payers. Read More
Jul 22, 2026
ADA calls out Aetna for limiting payment options for out-of-network dentists
This tactic makes it difficult for out-of-network providers to receive their choice of payment unless they join Aetna's network. Read More
Jul 21, 2026
ADA Standards Program consensus bodies to meet July-November
All interested parties are welcome to attend the ADA Standards Program’s annual consensus body meetings. Read More
Jul 20, 2026
Jul 17, 2026
State dental insurance reforms continue momentum in 2026 legislative sessions
Lawmakers are advancing dental insurance reforms aimed at strengthening patient protections and reducing administrative burdens on dentists. Read More
Jul 15, 2026
Delta responds to ADA inquiries about charging dentists to receive reimbursement
The ADA sent several questions on member dentists' behalf to Delta Dental Plans Association and Delta Dental of California. Read More
Jul 15, 2026
Delta responds to ADA’s inquiries about electronic funds transfer
The ADA sent several questions on member dentists' behalf to Delta Dental Plans Association and Delta Dental of California. Read More
Jul 15, 2026
Jul 14, 2026
ADA seeks member input on CDT codes for local anesthesia
The ADA is seeking input from member dentists on how the CDT Code is used to document and report the administration of local anesthesia. Read More
Announcing the 2026 ISDS Foundation Scholarship Winners
Aug 4, 2026
We are delighted to announce this year’s recipients of the Illinois State Dental Society Foundation Scholarships!
Our applicants were challenged to create thoughtful, original video essays that share their journeys through dental school, reflect on what excites and scares them about a future in dentistry, and outline how this scholarship will help them achieve their goals after graduation.
Each submission was reviewed for creativity, insight, and authenticity, and we are inspired by the dedication and passion our winners have demonstrated. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to these remarkable students and look forward to seeing the impact they will have on our profession.
Thank you to everyone who applied, and to our review committee for upholding the highest standards of fairness and integrity throughout the process.
Our winners:
Midwestern: Bhavik Patel, Nicole Griffin
UIC: Laith Abuzir, Lianna Chacon
SIU: Chase Fincham, Kassandra Canales
To view their winning submissions, visit this link.
