New York State Dental Association

05/05/2026

NYSDA is urging members to immediately contact their legislators and the Governor to oppose State Budget proposals that would reduce the PTET credit. These changes could lead to higher taxes for dental practices—make your voice heard today.
🔗 Take Action: https://www.votervoice.net/NYDental/Campaigns/137094/Respond

04/05/2026

Hear directly from NYSDA members on the issues they were advocating for during our 2026 Advocacy Day 💬

04/05/2026

Your mental health matters. Take a moment to explore tools and resources designed to support you. From quick tips to on-demand support, everything you need is available anytime through NYSDA’s Member Assistance Program with AllOne Health.
🌟Learn more about available mental health resources: https://buff.ly/omBb7dJ

Download the AllOne Health App to get help anytime.

01/05/2026

Congratulations to NYSDA President-Elect Dr. Amarilis Jacobo on receiving an honorary degree from City University of New York🎉 Recognized at the Hostos Community College Foundation 60th Anniversary Gala alongside Félix V. Matos Rodríguez.

01/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 🧠

We partner with AllOne Health to bring you mental health benefits that are confidential, available at no cost to you, your family, and your dental staff. NYSDA's Member Assistance Program can help you reduce stress, improve mental health, and make life easier by connecting you to the right information, resources, and referrals.
Learn more: nysdental.org/map

30/04/2026

Oral Cancer Awareness Month is coming to a close, but awareness shouldn’t. HPV-related head and neck cancers are on the rise, and often go undetected until it’s too late. Prevention starts with education, routine dental visits, and vaccination.

29/04/2026

Advocacy in action📢 From one-on-one conversations with lawmakers to connecting with colleagues from across the state, these are the moments that move our profession forward.

Key topics included:
• Insurance issues (including network leasing, dental loss ratio, and non-covered services)
• Practice issues (block anesthesia)
• Education issues (PGY-1)

28/04/2026

Advocacy Day: complete✔️

Grateful for the dentists and dental students who showed up, spoke out, and made their voices heard on the issues that matter most to oral health and patient care across New York 🦷👏 Stay tuned for more highlights from the day.

28/04/2026

NYSDA had the pleasure of hearing from Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner last night during our NYSDA Advocacy Day Welcome Reception, where she shared valuable insights on advancing policies that support oral health and strengthen patient care across New York.

27/04/2026

As Oral Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, NYSDA President Dr. Maurice Edwards sat down with CBS6 to highlight the importance of oral cancer screenings and early detection. Dentists should remind patients that a quick screening during a routine cleaning can make a critical difference in catching concerns early. Regular dental visits don’t just protect your smile; they can help protect your life.

📰Full story:

It's recommended to get your teeth cleaned twice a year, according to dentistry professionals.

24/04/2026

Governor Hochul announces $25M to expand health clinics and improve access for New Yorkers with developmental disabilities, including $5M for NYU College of Dentistry. NYSDA continues to support investments such as this that expand access to care and strengthen the delivery of oral health services across New York.
🔗Learn more: https://buff.ly/cfCUOhW

22/04/2026

The April New York State Dental Association Dental Journal is now online! 📘 Explore innovative orthodontic solutions, laser-assisted periodontal care, and tips for optimizing implant restorations - plus insights on recognizing dementia in patients and new research from New York University and University at Buffalo.

Read the full issue:

Resolution of Severe Lateral Open Bite with Surgically Enhanced Orthodontic and Myofunctional TherapiesThe patient presented with severe lateral open bite and complained of problems chewing on his right side. Previous orthodontic treatment with fixed orthodontic appliances and vertical elastics prov...