Membership Concierge – Answers at Your Fingertips!

Membership Concierge – Answers at Your Fingertips!

New Event! May 1 Health & Wellness Fair at NYCDS

NYCDS Members and their staff are invited to attend our upcoming Health & Wellness Fair on May 1.

Basic Life Support / CPR Certification Course (In-Person)

Basic Life Support/CPR Certification is required every two years.

Member Benefits Spotlight:  Legal Guidance

Check out this article, “On the Legal Side”, written by William Barrett, CEO, Mandelbaum Barrett, a Corporate Friend of NYCDS.

ACD Lecture Series: Conflict Dispute Resolution: A Practical Approach - Part Two on 4/17

ACD Lecture Series: Conflict Dispute Resolution: A Practical Approach - Part Two (On Zoom)

Cosmetic Dentistry Mastery in Restorative Brilliance with Dr. Marus!

Immerse yourself in the art of Cosmetic Dentistry with our hands-on, in-person lecture.

Two Days, Two Courses - Miserabl-Odontics & Implant Retained Removables with Dr. Gupta!

Experience One or Both of these Transformative Courses!

*Required Course* Register for CPR on May 22 (or Beyond)

Basic Life Support / CPR Certification Course (In-Person)

ACD Lecture: Comprehensive Insights into Clear Aligners for Orthognathic Cases on 3/20

The ACD Mentoring Lecture Program is structured so that it benefits everyone involved, creating a direct relationship between student and mentor.

Hands-On Implant Overdentures with Dr. Kenneth Kurtz

Secure your spot for this hands-on course with Dr. Kurtz!

Elevated Learning: New NYCDS CE Schedule!

Make room in your schedule to attend many of the interesting courses below. You will find new topics, prominent lecturers, as well as required courses.

The Ultimate Guide to Veneers - Lecture & Workshop - Space is Limited!

Aesthetic Dentistry Unveiled - Your Ultimate Guide to Veneers! Featuring a One-Day Lecture and One-Day Workshop!

Fuel your Dental Practice with the Power of Occlusion Knowledge at NYCDS on 3/22!

Master dental occlusion and achieve confidence in problem-solving for bruxism, clenching, TMD, and sleep apnea.

Member Benefits Spotlight: Important Regulatory Alert

Alerting members about the latest federal, state, and local regulatory requirements is a valuable member benefit.

Register for CPR on Feb. 21 (or Beyond)

Ensure that you get your Basic Life Support/CPR Certification completed – register for our next course!

Virtual Learning Experience: Coding for Clinical & Administrative Teams on Zoom

Coding Compass: Navigating Healthcare Efficiency for Clinicians and Staff

Indian Health Service to end dental amalgam use by 2027

In response to the announcement, the ADA said it continues to support the use of dental amalgam based on dentists' clinical judgment. Read More

CMS proposes reversal of adult dental essential health benefit policy in payment notice 

CMS is proposing to reverse course on a policy that allowed states to include routine adult dental services as an essential health benefit.  Read More

CMS launches online complaint form for providers to report Medicare Advantage issues

CMS implemented an online process allowing health care providers to submit complaints about Medicare Advantage plans directly to the agency. Read More

Give Kids A Smile 2026 kicks off in Houston

Nearly 200 children received free dental care Feb. 6 during the national ADA Foundation Give Kids A Smile kickoff in Houston. Read More

EPA initiates accelerated review of fluoride in drinking water

The ADA is urging members to contact the EPA after the agency said it will initiate an accelerated review of fluoride in drinking water. Read More

President signs funding package securing oral health investments

President Donald Trump signed a $1.2 trillion bipartisan spending bill Feb. 3, ending the partial government shutdown. Read More

What to know about ADA Seal

For nearly 100 years, the ADA Seal of Acceptance has helped consumers make informed decisions about dental products. Read More

Maintain transparency, access in Medicare Advantage dental benefits, ADA urges CMS 

The ADA is urging the CMS to maintain strong oversight of Medicare Advantage supplemental dental benefits. Read More

American Association of Dental Editors and Journalists releases guidance on AI use in publishing

The association's 17 consensus statements emphasize accuracy and transparency. Read More

Maintain transparency, access in Medicare Advantage dental benefits, ADA urges CMS 

The ADA is urging the CMS to maintain strong oversight of Medicare Advantage supplemental dental benefits. Read More

February JADA examines burden of severe periodontitis

The burden of severe periodontitis remains a public health concern in the U.S., according to the cover story of the February issue of JADA. Read More

Code Maintenance Committee to meet March 13

The Code Maintenance Committee will vote to accept, amend or decline CDT Code changes for 2027. Read More

2025 marks strong year for ADA advocacy

The ADA achieved a plethora of advocacy wins in 2025. Read More

Dentists at the helm of civic leadership 

ADA News spoke with dentists in government who discussed how and why they stepped into policy work, and what they've learned along the way. Read More

ADA seeks volunteers to help shape dentistry’s future

The ADA is seeking volunteers for Oral Health 2050, a strategic initiative aimed at establishing a roadmap for dentistry’s next 25 years. Read More

Search for ADA executive director progresses

ADA seeks feedback on recommendations for using light-based adjuncts in oral cancer detection

The recommendations address the use of light-based devices to determine the need for biopsy. Read More

ADA launches Task Force on Specialty Engagement    

New York dental advocacy yields multiple policy wins 

The New York State Dental Association secured several legislative and regulatory victories that address long-standing concerns for dentists. Read More

ADA highlights dental market reforms in advance of insurer CEO hearings 

The ADA submitted a letter urging lawmakers to examine longstanding issues in the commercial dental market at insurer CEO hearings. Read More