Apr 21, 2026
Health organizations press Congress to boost Indian Health Service funding
The AI/AN Health Partners sent letters to House and Senate appropriators urging increased funding for IHS in fiscal year 2027.
Apr 20, 2026
ADA releases updated sedation and anesthesia guidelines
The guidelines reflect current, evidence-informed standards to support consistency, preparedness and patient safety across the profession.
Apr 20, 2026
ADA seeks feedback on recommendations for using salivary tests in oral cancer detection
The ADA Living Guideline Program is accepting comments through May 1.
Apr 17, 2026
Oklahoma strengthens noncovered services protections in new law
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed into law a bill clarifying that dental insurance companies may not set fees for services they do not cover.
ADA comments on OSHA ETS
The ADA is concerned that OSHA’s emergency temporary standard regarding COVID-19 vaccinations could potentially impede patients’ access to oral health care.
