Aug 25, 2026 DET26 Join Detroit’s dental community Nov. 5–6 for practical CE, a full-team education track and a hands-on program for dentists.
Jul 23, 2026 MDA Advocacy passes SB150 - Returning 100% of Reimbursement to Dentists SB105 is signed into law and fixes problem that some insurance companies were forcing dentist to pay fees to receive their reimbursements.
Feb 27, 2026 Pediatric Dentists, Children's Health Advocates Sound Alarm Over EPA's Inadequate Fluoride Assessment Plan
Feb 14, 2026 HIPAA Update Deadline February 16, 2026 All dental offices covered by HIPAA must update their HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices by February 16, 2026.
Jun 6, 2025 Detroit Zoo Day - great event for families and the full dental team Detroit Dental Zoo Day is July 19, 2025 - Fun day with special activities at the Detroit Zoo
Mar 20, 2025 All Branch Meeting Registration is OPEN Detroit District Dental Society All Branch/ Annual Meeting will be held on May 14, 2025
Feb 17, 2025 DET2025 Block the dates New Dentist/ Student Dinner November 6, 2025 DET2025 November 7, 2025
Nov 5, 2024 Detroit District President "In the News" Detroit District Dental Society President In the News
Sep 4, 2024 ADA Updating Database System Closed to September 10th Database update will have online system closed until September 12, 2024.
Feb 23, 2024 Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills to Ensure Michigan Children have Access to a Dental Check-Up Before Kindergarten
Nov 12, 2026 ADA receives CDC grant to advance antibiotic stewardship, tissue graft safety in dentistry The ADA is leading a national effort to strengthen antibiotic stewardship in dentistry and develop tissue graft safety guidance. Read More
Nov 12, 2026 ADA, AADEJ present Distinguished Dental Editor Award to retired Michigan Dental Association editor The ADA and AADEJ honored David Foe of the Michigan Dental Association with the 2026 Distinguished Dental Editor Award. Read More
Nov 12, 2026 Alliance of the ADA gifts $185,000 to ADA Foundation The Alliance and its Foundation for Dental Health Education gifted their remaining funds to support the Give Veterans A Smile program. Read More
Nov 10, 2026 ADA thanks dental community following 2026 Scientific Session Following the session, which took place Oct. 8-10 in Indianapolis, the ADA decided to pause its annual meeting until further notice. Read More
Nov 10, 2026 ADA supports major expansion of VA dental benefits for veterans The ADA is supporting legislation that would expand access to dental care for veterans enrolled in the VA health care system. Read More
Nov 9, 2026 ADA seeks STEM visa designation for dentistry The ADA is signing onto a letter urging DHS to add dentistry to its list of STEM designated degrees. Read More
Nov 9, 2026 Register Give Kids A Smile events by Nov. 15 To help celebrate the Give Kids A Smile program's 25th anniversary, the ADA Foundation is collecting stories about the program’s impact. Read More
Nov 5, 2026 ADA Member Advantage endorses small-ship luxury cruise provider ADA members receive up to $1,000 in savings. Read More
Nov 4, 2026 ADA webinar to cover infection control requirements The ADA will cover infection control requirements, recommendations and industry regulations during a live webinar for dental professionals. Read More
Nov 2, 2026 November JADA examines clinical, economic burdens caused by orofacial infection complications Severe complications from distant spread occur in 1.1% of orofacial infections in the United States. Read More
Oct 29, 2026 ADA urges House committee to address cybersecurity concerns for dental practices The ADA is urging Congress to consider the needs of small dental practices as it reviews legislation aimed at strengthening cybersecurity. Read More
Oct 28, 2026 New ADA president highlights power of organized dentistry ADA President Thomas Paumier, D.D.S., addressed the House of Delegates after being installed as the Association’s 163rd president. Read More
Oct 22, 2026 Indianapolis high schoolers explore dental careers at Discovering Dentistry Symposium More than 50 students gathered Oct. 10 in Indianapolis, ready to explore the careers that could await them in dentistry. Read More
Oct 22, 2026 ADA expands CDHC program as online course available directly to hygienists, assistants The ADA Community Dental Health Coordinator Program is now available as a fully online, asynchronous course. Read More
Oct 22, 2026 Indianapolis high schoolers explore dental careers at Planet Smilez Discovering Dentistry Symposium More than 50 students gathered Oct. 10 in Indianapolis, ready to explore the careers that could await them in dentistry. Read More
Oct 16, 2026 HHS awards $51M to expand dental care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders HHS announced $51 million in funding to 28 health centers to improve access to dental care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders, Read More
Oct 14, 2026 ADA House of Delegates approves no dues increase for 2027 Effective Jan. 1, 2027, ADA active member dues will be $627. Read More
Oct 13, 2026 Karin Irani, D.D.S., J.D., voted ADA president-elect Karin Irani, D.D.S., J.D., a general dentist in Los Angeles, was voted president-elect of the ADA by the House of Delegates on Oct. 12. Read More
Oct 12, 2026 ADA president highlights collaborative achievements over past year During his House address, President Richard Rosato, D.M.D., detailed the steps the ADA has taken to collaboratively address its challenges. Read More