American Dental Association

#ADANow: The ADA stands firm in its support for community water fluoridation following a court ruling on September 24, 2024. Learn more at ADA.org/fluoride

Add to your practice’s services by taking Botulinum Toxins, Dermal Fillers and Frontline TMJ/Orofacial Pain Trigger Point Therapy for Every Dental Practice, Apr. 11-12 in downtown Chicago. 10 CE credits per course. Register today! https://lnkd.in/g4rhR3-k

Learn to integrate botulinum toxin procedures (Botox), dermal fillers and trigger point therapy procedures into your practice immediately and produce better therapeutic and esthetic patient treatment outcomes than ever before! In each of these three courses, you will learn proper evaluation, treatment planning, dosing, documentation and injection techniques while working on live patients under the guidance of the outstanding AAFE faculty.

What’s Happening on Capitol Hill ?? The ADA has hit the ground running in the 119th Congress, introducing key bills to support student loan relief, workforce growth, dental insurance reform, and more. Stay informed and get involved: ADA.org/advocacy

As debates about Medicaid are underway, ADA HPI has released a research brief, "What Happens if the Adult Medicaid Dental Benefit Goes Away?" ADA HPI found that reducing adult dental Medicaid benefits would significantly limit access to preventive and early intervention dental care, worsen oral and overall health, and impose immediate and long-term financial burdens on state budgets. https://lnkd.in/gwibg5yH

#ADAICYMI: ADA members and dental students can now purchase Talkspace Therapy at an exclusive 90% discount! One 30-minute live, confidential telehealth session with a therapist is included each month, plus unlimited access to asynchronous messaging via text or audio. Get started at ADA.org/TalkspaceTherapy. Talkspace Therapy, Talkspace Go and the Talkspace app are provided by Talkspace. For more information, visit Talkspace.com.

Today is the day! ?? World Oral Health Day is here, and ADA President Dr. Brett Kessler has a special message for you. Oral health isn’t just about your smile—it impacts your overall health, the economy, and communities worldwide. Investing in it means investing in a healthier future for all. How are you celebrating #WorldOralHealthDay? Share in the comments! FDI World Dental Federation

What’s next for dental insurance reform? ADA President-elect Dr Rich Rosato shares an update on dental loss ratio (DLR) and why it matters. Learn more at ADA.org/DLR.

Save the Date! ?? Join us THIS Friday, March 21, at 12 PM CT for an Instagram Live on empowering women in dentistry, featuring moderator Dr. Alayna Schoblaske, DMD and panelists Dr. Elizabeth A. "Betsy" Shapiro, DDS, JD, CAE, Dr. Sara Ehsani and Stephanie Crase Moritz. No RSVP needed – just tune in to our Instagram account and be part of the conversation in honor of #WomensHistoryMonth: https://lnkd.in/gqRat7Tn

In honor of National Health Workforce Well-Being Day on March 18, ADA President Dr. Brett Kessler reminds all dental professionals that when we're at our best, we can give our best to those we serve. Take a step to care for your mental and emotional health with Talkspace Therapy, now available to ADA members and students at approximately 90% off the full rate. Enjoy one 30-minute live, confidential session with a licensed therapist each month, plus unlimited text or audio messaging with your therapist. This new benefit comes in addition to complimentary access to Talkspace Go. Healthy providers mean healthy patients. Prioritize your well-being today at ADA.org/Talkspace. Talkspace Therapy, Talkspace Go and the Talkspace app are provided by Talkspace.