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.
JAMA study projects pediatric Medicaid disenrollment would worsen oral health, raise health care costs
May 21, 2026
A new JAMA study projects that pediatric Medicaid coverage losses could lead to worsening oral health outcomes and higher health care costs.