Bundle CE and Save Big at the Greater New York Dental Meeting!

The Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM) has always placed education at the forefront. This year, nearly every dental specialty is represented, with many courses offered daily at minimal cost.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with NYCDS & NYSDA: A Celebration of Culture, Connection, and Cuisine!

Join NYCDS and NYSDA in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with us!

In-Person Workshop: Minimally Invasive Posterior Restorations with Dr. Amelia Orta on 10/10

This course will present the latest advancements and how they can be implemented daily in clinical practice.

Last Call to Register: HIPAA Compliance with Dr. Lorne Lavine – 9/25 on Zoom

In this course, attendees will learn how to navigate recent changes to HIPAA rules.

New CE Course: Modern approach of Integrating OAT for Sleep Apnea into Dental Practice with Dr. Maria Sokolina on 10/17!

Participants will develop the skills to design personalized, multidisciplinary treatment plans that optimize airway space, enhance patient comfort, and promote long-term success in managing sleep apnea.

Stay Up-to-Date: Key NYCDS Courses on CPR, HIPAA, Infection Control & OSHA

Get Your Mandated Courses Off Your "To Do" List Through NYCDS!

Sweet Connections: Chocolate Tasting for New Dentists on 9/15!

Experience chocolate as you never have before!

Hands-On Workshop: Intuitive Endodontics with Dr. Koch on 9/17

A hands-on workshop with Dr. Koch ensures you’ll master the “Rhythm technique” and hydraulic condensation for effective root canal obturation.

Plan Your CE at GNYDM 2025 – Registration Open!

Registration for continuing education at GNYDM is now open!

Thriving in Dentistry with Dr. Susan McMahon! (In-Person Lecture)

This lecture addresses common challenges faced in dental practice, from selecting the right materials to improving patient communication and workflow.

Veneer Planning and Preparation WORKSHOP with Dr. Susan McMahon (In-Person)

Join Dr. McMahon for a Hands-On Workshop on Veneers!

Get CPR Certified with Marc Reilly on 8/5 and Beyond!

Attend this course to gain Basic Life Support training that reinforces your understanding of the importance of early CPR and defibrillation.

Secure Your Spot: Comprehensive Risk Management Course with MLMIC on 7/23!

Completion of this course grants New York State dentists a 10% reduction on their MLMIC liability premiums for three years

New Fixed Penalties & Compliance Requirements for NYC Dental X-Ray Practices – Effective July 12

Starting July 12, 2025, the New York City Health Department will enforce a new penalty schedule for violations related to radiation safety under Article 175 of the NYC Health Code.

Introducing Your 2025/2026 NYSDA President: Dr. Maurice Edwards

We Are Thrilled to Introduce You to Your New...

OSHA-Mandated Update for Dentists & Staff on 6/25! (ZOOM)

Stay compliant and complete your mandated course from the comfort of your home!

Fast-Track Your Dental Practice: Improve Diagnosis Accuracy & Treatment Acceptance with Dr. Steve Katz

This course focuses on practical and proven ways to increase treatment acceptance by first addressing the foundation of diagnosis.

Don't Miss: Contemporary Insights into Orthodontic Practice with Dr. Jerrold and Residents on 6/10!

This course offers a unique opportunity to gain fresh perspectives on current trends in orthodontic diagnosis, clinical care, practice management, and research.

GNYDM Registration Is Open – Save with Early Bird Discounts!

The only major dental meeting with NO PRE-REGISTRATION FEE is coming back in 2025!

Sleep Apnea Explained with Renowned Speaker Dr. Erin Elliott on 5/30!

We are pleased to announce that sleep medicine expert, Dr. Erin Elliott, will be holding an interactive lecture at NYCDS on May 30th!

ADA urges CMS to recognize adult dental coverage as an essential health benefit

The ADA is urging CMS to revise how it defines essential health benefits, saying both pediatric and adult dental coverage should be EHBs.  Read More

ADA reaffirms support for Nevada proposal to expand dental assistant duties

The ADA is reaffirming support for a Nevada proposal that would allow properly trained dental assistants to perform certain scaling duties. Read More

FinWise Bancorp acquires ADA credit card administrator

The acquisition is not anticipated to cause any service changes for ADA members. Read More

August JADA evaluates omega-3 fatty acids’ role in periodontal health

Omega-3 fatty acids may help lower oral and systemic inflammation, potentially contributing to improved periodontal health. Read More

ADA Member Advantage-endorsed Compliancy Group acquires Healthicity

The acquisition brings together all the elements of a compliance program into a single, expanded platform. Read More

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

The guidance is not a requirement, and states are responsible for determining medical necessity criteria and making coverage decisions. Read More

Proposed ADA standard specifies requirements for comprehensive, consistent dental EOBs

The proposed standard is available for review and comment by Aug. 21. Read More

ADA applauds Senate HELP Committee action on Title VII workforce reauthorization

The ADA is supporting the Senate HELP Committee's advancement of legislation to reauthorize federal health professions workforce programs. Read More

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

Legislation to reauthorize the Action for Dental Health Act advanced in the House on July 20 and was introduced in the Senate on July 23. Read More

ADA backs legislation to make adult dental benefits mandatory under Medicaid

The ADA is supporting legislation that would make dental and oral health services a required benefit for adults enrolled in Medicaid. Read More

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

The ADA is supporting legislation that would strengthen dental coverage for children enrolled in the Children's Health Insurance Program. Read More

New ADA toolkit aims to reduce credentialing delays for dentists

As part of continued efforts to address credentialing delays, the ADA has released a new provisional credentialing toolkit for payers. Read More

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

This tactic makes it difficult for out-of-network providers to receive their choice of payment unless they join Aetna's network. Read More

ADA Standards Program consensus bodies to meet July-November

All interested parties are welcome to attend the ADA Standards Program’s annual consensus body meetings. Read More

ADA summit examines future role of salivary biomarkers in dentistry

State dental insurance reforms continue momentum in 2026 legislative sessions

Lawmakers are advancing dental insurance reforms aimed at strengthening patient protections and reducing administrative burdens on dentists. Read More

Delta responds to ADA inquiries about charging dentists to receive reimbursement

The ADA sent several questions on member dentists' behalf to Delta Dental Plans Association and Delta Dental of California. Read More

Delta responds to ADA’s inquiries about electronic funds transfer

The ADA sent several questions on member dentists' behalf to Delta Dental Plans Association and Delta Dental of California. Read More

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

ADA seeks member input on CDT codes for local anesthesia

The ADA is seeking input from member dentists on how the CDT Code is used to document and report the administration of local anesthesia. Read More