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.

3 things you missed in government this week

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

ADA urges evidence-based approach in EPA fluoride review

The ADA is urging the EPA to incorporate several evidence-based studies in any upcoming review of the science on the safety of fluoride.

ADA member dentist qualifies for U.S. Open

Matt Vogt, D.D.S., will tee off at Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pennsylvania, June 12-15.

ADA opposes small business tax hike

The ADA expressed opposition to the removal of pass-through entity tax deductions in a Grassroots Alert and coalition letter to the Senate.

Integrating electronic dental records into research systems complicated

The ADA filed comments in response to the FDA notice on how future research that uses real world data can be standardized.

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.

Integrating electronic dental records into research systems ‘complicated’

The ADA filed comments in response to the FDA notice on how future research that uses real world data can be standardized.

Preventing IV fluid shortages

The Trump administration announced two locations that will demonstrate a point-of-care technology to prevent intravenous fluid shortages.

3 things you missed in government this week

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

ADA Forsyth Friday: Research collaboration pursues improved periodontal tissue regeneration

Researchers are developing 3D-printed bone graft materials to reduce inflammation and enhance tissue regeneration.

June JADA suggests sleep medicine should be part of dental school curriculum

While postgraduate orofacial pain programs provide education in sleep medicine, predoctoral dental programs often do not.

Montana passes dental loss ratio legislation

Montana became the third state in 2025 to pass dental loss ratio legislation after Gov. Greg Gianforte signed Senate Bill 335 into law.

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.