More than 60-thousand patients a year are seen in the emergency room — for dental treatment that should be provided in a dentist’s office. The Ontario Dental Association said there needs to be more funding provided to dentists, which would…
From the “Kiss Me” messages on tiny candy hearts to romantic songs on the radio, a kiss is probably on your list this Valentine’s Day. Before cozying up to your loved one this year, make sure your mouth is in…
Close to 300,000 children in need of dental care aren’t getting it. The Ontario Dental Association (ODA) has launched an awareness campaign to help Ontarians understand the dangerous funding gap in public dental care. Dentists across the province currently treat…
The American Dental Association (ADA) announced today that Robert Quashie has been promoted to the position of vice president, business operations & strategy. Quashie will provide strategic guidance and operational support to multiple ADA divisions, operating teams and project teams…
Funds to help three GKAS programs establish dental homes for kids in need. The ADA Foundation has named three organizations as recipients of its 2018 Give Kids A Smile Continuity of Care Grants, with the goal of helping these established…
The 34th Annual AACD Scientific Session will take place April 18-21, 2018, at McCormick Place Lakeside Center in Chicago, IL, and will include three dynamic general sessions from acclaimed speakers Ashley Latter, Mike Rayburn and Matt Mayberry. Ashley Latter will…
Businesses across the dental industry are being encouraged to enter the 2018 Australian Dental Industry Awards. This event recognizes the dental product manufacturers and suppliers that have empowered oral health professionals to advance the health and well-being of all Australians.…
The Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) the only independent and unbiased non-profit association dedicated to improving patient care with the proper use of laser technology, is now accepting applications for the Dr. Eugene M. Seidner Research Grants Program. Named in…
As the calendar year comes to an end, the National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL) is reminding patients to take advantage of any unused dental insurance benefits while making informed decisions about their dental restorations. The association is also encouraging…
The Australian Dental Industry Association (ADIA) is leading the charge in supporting the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) develop new regulatory standards for 3D printed medical devices. “Australia’s dental industry has proven itself to be an early adopter of 3D printed medical devices which has…
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is pleased to see that the 2017 Fall Reports of the Auditor General of Canada focus on the importance of oral health programs for First Nations and Inuit peoples. This matter is close to the heart…
With the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Oct. 26 declaring the opioid crisis a public health emergency, CDA reminds dentists, who prescribe approximately 11 percent of prescription opioids annually,of the resources available to them. CDA’s online opioid…
On November 14, Canadian dental hygienists will join more than 1 billion people worldwide in marking World Diabetes Day. As primary health care providers, dental hygienists are key members of the diabetes health care team. According to Diabetes Canada, more…
Australia’s premier dental event, ADX18 Sydney, has raised the bar for trade shows in the dental community with a 25 per cent increase in space to more than 520 exhibition booths. What’s astounding is that all of these booths have been…
Canada’s dental hygienists remind all ghosts and goblins preparing for a night of Halloween fun to beware of treats—particularly sticky and chewy candies— that can get stuck in the grooves of teeth and increase the risk of dental cavities. According…
Richard A. Huot, D.D.S., a general dentist and practice management consultant in Vero Beach, Florida, was elected second vice president of the American Dental Association (ADA) during a meeting of the ADA House of Delegates in Atlanta. The ADA Board…
Dr. Jeffrey Cole, D.D.S., to assume ADA presidency in 2018 Dr. Jeffrey Cole, D.D.S., a dentist in Wilmington, Delaware, is the new president-elect of the American Dental Association (ADA). Dr. Cole was recently elected during a meeting of the ADA…
Linda K. Himmelberger, D.M.D., a general dentist practicing in Devon, Pennsylvania, was recently installed as a trustee of the American Dental Association (ADA). Dr. Himmelberger’s installation took place in Atlanta, Georgia, at the ADA’s 158th Annual Meeting. Dr. Himmelberger will serve on…
The American Dental Association (ADA) Foundation Board of Directors announced today the hiring of Nick M. Falco, CFRE, CAE, as the Foundation’s new executive director. The ADA Foundation, the charitable arm of the American Dental Association, secures contributions and provides…
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is proud to recognize ten individuals for their outstanding contributions to the dental hygiene profession, the national association, research, and knowledge translation. “Our 2017 award winners have set high goals and achieved much in…
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