ADA highlights tax, student loan, Medicaid priorities in Senate letter

The ADA is sharing its top priorities in the ongoing reconciliation bill.  

SmileCon 2025 to create future-ready dental teams

SmileCon will help dentists stay ahead in an ever-evolving industry when it convenes Oct. 23-25 in the nation’s capital.

ADA seeks members for working group on data content standards for administrative transactions

Data content standards are guidelines on data elements to ensure uniformity, clarity and interoperability across systems.

3 things you missed in government this week

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

Millions of student loan borrowers could face garnished wages

Nearly two million student loan borrowers are at risk of having their wages garnished by the government this summer.

ADA Forsyth Friday: Microbiology experts tackle the unknown actions of Saccharibacteria in the oral cavity

Scientists strive to uncover the molecular mechanisms of Saccharibacteria, an ultra-small bacterium that may reduce oral inflammation.

ADA: Keep current water fluoridation levels on oversea bases

The ADA is urging the Department of Defense to maintain current water fluoridation levels on military bases overseas.  

ADA supports bill restoring need-based eligibility for student loans

The ADA supports legislation that would restore need-based eligibility for graduate and professional students to receive federal loans.

ADA: Keep current water fluoridation levels on overseas bases

The ADA is urging the Department of Defense to maintain current water fluoridation levels on military bases overseas.  

ADA CE series dives into CDT 2026

New this year, the ADA is offering a CE series to explain the code maintenance process and some of the 60 changes coming to CDT 2026.

JADA Foundational Science realigns mission to reflect translational research focus

JADA Foundational Science has realigned its tagline and mission to better reflect its role as a translational research journal.

ADA Members receive exclusive discounts, rebates with onDiem

ADA Member Advantage announced that onDiem is the newest addition to the endorsement program.

3 things you missed in government this week

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

ADA says improved data exchange benefits dentists, patients

The ADA is highlighting the benefits of improved data exchange for dentists and patients in a letter to CMS.

ADA seeks applicants for new Certified Clinic Director program

The ADA Certified Clinic Director program addresses a gap in training for dental clinic directors.

Society of American Indian Dentists founder dies at 94

George Blue Spruce Jr., D.D.S., a celebrated figure in Native American health care, died on June 3. He was 94.

ADA Forsyth Friday: Developmental biologist investigates orofacial cleft genetics and tissue closure birth defects

Chengji Zhou, Ph.D., has focused on finding potential therapies to prevent oral malformations, such as cleft lip and palate.

HPI: Younger dentists still become practice owners, just later in careers

New data from the ADA Health Policy Institute shows recent dental school graduates are still becoming owners — just later in their careers.

ADA urges funding for federal agencies

The ADA and three other organizations submitted a testimony in support of federal programs aimed at expanding access to oral health care.

ADA Forsyth Friday: Arginine’s influence on key periodontal pathogen

Research explores how the amino acid arginine influences the colonization and survival of Porphyromonas gingivalis.

Introducing the New Illinois State Dental Society’s 401(k) Experience.

ISDS is committed to providing members the right solutions for your businesses — solutions that bring you economy of scale, show clear value for money spent, save time, help reduce risk, and help you show your employees that you value what matters to them.

New Laws Impacting Dental Offices in 2024

The Illinois State Dental Society (ISDS) strives to keep its members informed of regulatory changes that impact dental practices. Several new laws will come into effect January 1, 2024. This article highlights the upcoming laws that are relevant to dental offices.

Did You Know? Unveiling Lesser-Known Facts About Electronic Prescribing that Apply to Your Practice and Comply with the 2024 EPCS Law

Robert McDermott, President and CEO, iCoreConnect

Registration is Now Open for the Chicago Dental Society's 159th Midwinter Meeting

The 2024 Midwinter Meeting provides dental professionals with access to best-in-class continuing education opportunities and cutting-edge dental products and innovations

ISDS is excited to announce our new benefit through BetterHelp!

ISDS Members receive 1 MONTH FREE and a 15% DISCOUNT THEREAFTER!

Announcing the ADA Forsyth Institute

The new ADA Forsyth Institute will continue to advance oral and overall health through ground-breaking research and innovation

Guest Opinion: House Bill 2077: Empowering Dentists and Streamlining Dental Practice in Illinois

Governor Signs Electronic Prescription Requirement and Dental Practice Act Legislation

We want to thank all our members who contacted their legislators on this legislation. Your advocacy efforts are critical to our statewide advocacy.

IDFPR Issues Letter to Controlled Substance Licensees to Register with the ILPMP

If you are a controlled substance license holder and you have not registered with the ILPMP, you will need to register.

ISDS Participates in a Multi-State Coalition to Address Workforce Shortage Issues

Dentistry has been dealing with an extraordinary staffing shortage for several years. To help address this situation, ISDS participated in a multi-state coalition to petition the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) to immediately expand student-to-faculty ratios and perform a deep dive into what the appropriate ratios are from a scientific standpoint.

2023 ISDS End of Legislative Session Report

The 2023 legislative session was very successful for the Illinois State Dental Society (ISDS). We are pleased to announce and share our legislative successes from the 2023 session with our members.

Excellence with Porcelain Onlays, Full Crowns and Fixed Prosthodontics Using Supra-gingival Minimally Invasive Dentistry

Register now for this great CE course presented by the Decatur District Dental Society on Friday, April 14th at Richland Community College!

Governor Signs Bill for Insurance Coverage for Children with Cranial Facial Anomalies

Thank you to our members for playing a critical role in passing this very important piece of legislation.

Governor Signs ISDS Workforce Legislation

Governor signs ISDS Workforce Legislation, which will take effect on January 1, 2023.

ISDS Members: Save Hundreds of Dollars

If you have questions about ISDS endorsed products, you can reach out to Nic Atkinson anytime!

Executive Order: Vaccination & Mask Requirements for IL Dentists

New State Mandate: All Health Care Workers to be fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine.

Infectious Diseases: 2019 Novel Coronavirus

The ADA has released an informational handout for dentists on the coronavirus disease, now named COVID-19.