Coronavirus (COVID-19) Advocacy
The ADA is lobbied Congress and the administration to protect dental patients and staff who are providing urgent and emergency care during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ADA is also lobbed to help dental practices stay viable during (and following) prolonged periods of reduced hours or closure. Visit ada.org to learn more about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) advocacy efforts.
ADA guideline prioritizes clinical exam over vital staining in early oral cancer detection
Apr 6, 2026
The recommendations reiterate the importance of exams while advising against the use of vital staining to evaluate the need for biopsy.