American Dental Association

05/22/2026

The American Dental Association applauds the recent U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit on their decision to overturn the lower court's 2024 order that had directed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to regulate fluoride in drinking water under the Toxic Substances Control Act. https://social.ada.org/3REYKWu

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

Lobby Day 2026 delivered big wins and significant progress since dentists gathered in Washington, D.C. to advocate for the profession and patients across the country. More than 500 advocates from 46 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico held 327 Capitol Hill meetings to put oral health front and center.

Early wins include:
- 7 co‑sponsors to support dental insurance reform through the IDA Act
- 23 House co‑sponsors on the REDI Act on student debt relief
- A forthcoming letter to Congress urging it to fund and help restore oral health infrastructure

Visit ADA.org/grassroots to take action on current bills.

05/20/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Month, invest in yourself. Explore these ADA continuing education courses designed to help dental professionals strengthen resilience, support mental well-being, and navigate stress in practice.
To learn more about the ADA’s mental health resources, visit ADA.org/mentalhealth.

05/19/2026

Congratulations, Class of 2026! Your hard work and investment in yourself has given you the tools to brighten countless smiles and transform lives. We’re excited to welcome you into the profession and be there to support you along your journey.

Learn more on how to Level Up your membership: https://social.ada.org/3RgoA35

05/18/2026

The ADA is working for you to achieve fairness in dental insurance for providers and patients. See our latest ERISA efforts.

05/16/2026

The 2026 theme for National Women’s Health Week, “Prevention, Innovation, and Impact: A New Era in Women’s Health,” recognizes the role of hormones in overall health across the lifespan. Learn how hormonal changes can impact women’s dental health at MouthHealthy.org/women.

05/15/2026

: A bill has been signed into law establishing new requirements for dental insurance network leasing practices in Colorado. The legislation follows sustained advocacy efforts by the Colorado Dental Association and support from the ADA.

Learn more at ADA.org/ColoradoReform

05/14/2026

: Dentists have filed new class action lawsuits against Delta Dental organizations in four states, seeking class-wide relief under state law while a federal antitrust case continues on an individual basis. Read more in ADA News at ADA.org/classaction.

05/14/2026

The ADA 2026 Scientific Session brings together respected clinicians, researchers and educators for three days of expert-led continuing education. Explore speakers across specialties and discover sessions focused on science, patient care and the future of dentistry, with practical insights you can bring back to your practice.
View the full list of specialty topics and clinical experts at ADA.org/SciSession.
Registration opens May 27.
Oct. 8–10, 2026 | Indianapolis

05/13/2026

: California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced May 7 that his office had reached a settlement with Aspen Dental Management Inc. for allegedly violating the state’s ban on the corporate practice of dentistry and engaging in false and misleading advertising.
Learn more at ADA.org/Aspensettlement.