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July 2026

Stories from the issue


JADA’s impact factor rises nearly full point to 4.4

Measure illustrates how often journal is cited


July JADA evaluates research on silver diamine fluoride as remineralizing agent

In vitro studies support efficacy, but more clinical trials needed, according to researchers


ADA, Immersify launch online training course for dental assistants

Modules use interactive 3D simulations, branching scenarios


Latest ADA governance evaluation update clarifies project scope, alignment

Evaluation to provide forward-looking analysis of current processes, controls, policies


ADA seeks dental-specific changes to Patients Deserve Price Tags Act

Letter to Senate Committee urges reforms to build on transparency goals with patient-specific benefit information


ADA opposes insurance companies charging for paper checks

Association supports providers’ ability to choose how they receive payments without additional charges


ADA seeks member input on CDT codes for local anesthesia

Survey responses due by Aug. 6


My View: Building a coordinated support system for dentist well-being

Delta responds to ADA inquiries about charging dentists to receive reimbursement

Association provides support to members wishing to adopt EFT


State dental insurance reforms continue momentum in 2026 legislative sessions

ADA summit examines future role of salivary biomarkers in dentistry

Stakeholders met in Chicago in mid-June to discuss the science of salivary biomarkers.


ADA Standards Program consensus bodies to meet July-November

Meeting registration open to all interested parties


New ADA toolkit aims to reduce credentialing delays for dentists

Association encourages payers to adopt provisional credentialing policies


ADA calls out Aetna for limiting payment options for out-of-network dentists

Association fights to preserve payment choice


ADA backs legislation to make adult dental benefits mandatory under Medicaid

ADA-led coalition supports bill to strengthen CHIP dental coverage for children

House passes National Defense Authorization Act

ADA-backed provisions expand military dental care and support readiness


Action for Dental Health Act advances in House, introduced in Senate

ADA supports legislation to reauthorize workforce grant program 


Proposed ADA standard specifies requirements for comprehensive, consistent dental EOBs

Comments due by Aug. 21


ADA applauds Senate HELP Committee action on Title VII workforce reauthorization

Association notes oral health training programs, faculty loan repayment as key to expanding access to care 


Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services encourages states to restrict amalgam coverage

ADA recognizes dental amalgam safety, supports phasedown approach


ADA Member Advantage-endorsed Compliancy Group acquires Healthicity

Acquisition brings together compliance program elements into single, expanded platform



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