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ADA commends NIH report, Oral Health in America: Advances and

WebGood oral health is important for the overall health and well-being of individuals of all ages, their families, communities and the nation, according to a newly …

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ADA, several organizations collaborating on Prevention is Power

WebThe ADA is joining with the Henry Schein Cares Foundation on its Prevention is Power public health awareness campaign, which aims to help improve health literacy …

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ADA continues response to Change Healthcare cyberattack

WebIn the wake of the Feb. 21 cyberattack against Change Healthcare, one of the largest health care technology companies in the U.S., the ADA has curated links to …

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CDC updates COVID-19 guidance for health care personnel

WebThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated its COVID-19 guidance for health care workers, stratifying the guidance to take into consideration …

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Association tackles mental health with sense of urgency

WebThe House passed Res. 95H-2021, Prioritizing the Mental Health of Dentists, which stipulated that the ADA, in conjunction with mental health consultants, analyze the availability of re-sources to support the mental health of dentists and collect information regarding existing health and wellness programs from across the tripartite and other

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Health equity and dentistry American Dental Association

WebSince 2013, the ADA’s Action for Dental Health initiative has worked to prevent dental disease before it starts and to reduce the proportion of adults and children …

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ADA updates oral health lesson plan for new generation of …

WebIt is all connected.”. The last time the ADA released a lesson plan for middle school students was in 2005, with a focus on common themes in oral health such as …

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ADA shares support for House-passed workforce bill

WebWith dental practices nationwide experiencing ongoing staffing shortages, a new bill aims to help strengthen workforce development and skills training programs for …

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‘Repairing the world,’ one smile at a time

WebComprehensive: Two dental hygiene students play with a Save a Smile patient at Tarrant County College Hygiene School, where the hygiene students provide all the …

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Feeling burned out

WebAbout a decade into private practice, Bill Claytor, D.D.S., felt like he was going down a waterslide without the ability to stop. At the dental office, he faced demands to …

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What to know about head and neck cancers

WebRisk factors for oral cancer include tobacco use, heavy alcohol use, age, sun exposure and diet, according to NIDCR. Tobacco and alcohol use are also risk factors …

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National Children's Dental Health Month turns 80

WebIn 1955, the Association expanded it to a week and in 1981, a month. Today, National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM) is celebrated each February. 80 years. This year, National Children’s Dental Health Month turns 80 and is still going strong. With its theme, “Water: Nature’s Drink,” celebrations include poster displays

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ADA urges passage of mental health bill

WebThe American Dental Association signed on to a coalition letter supporting the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act, which would …

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Medical-dental integration emphasizes mouth-body connection

WebMichael J. Reed, D.D.S., founder of the Dallas-based Mobile Dental Care and president of the Specialty Care Dentistry Association, had a suggestion for improving …

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National Children’s Dental Health Month kicks off across country …

WebNational Children’s Dental Health Month observances began with a one-day event in Cleveland and a one-week celebration in Akron, Ohio, in February 1941.

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Gaining momentum: License portability on the horizon

WebJoin the ADA. Elevate your career, your life and your momentum with resources and benefits from the nation’s leading dental association. Join Now

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Change Healthcare’s cyberattack impacting dental practices

WebA Feb. 21 cyber attack affecting Change Healthcare, one of the largest health care technology companies in the United States, is impacting dental, medical and …

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Get stretching with ADA Member App American Dental Association

WebThe American Dental Association is making it easier than ever for dentists to take care of their physical health, with several ergonomic stretches now available in the …

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JADA article highlights key elements from Oral Health in America …

WebPoor oral health reduces the economic productivity of American society by limiting participation in the workforce and increasing health care costs, according to an …

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Dentist Health and Well-Being Survey Report finds dentists …

WebThe percent of dentists diagnosed with anxiety more than tripled in 2021 compared to 2003, according to the ADA's newly released 2021 Dentist Health and Well …

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House passes Action for Dental Health Act of 2023

WebThe U.S. House of Representatives approved the Action for Dental Health Act of 2023, which reauthorizes the workforce and access-promoting program through 2028. …

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New York State Dental Association steps up to care for …

WebAfter the closure of several dental clinics in the metropolitan area surrounding Albany, New York, the New York State Dental Association stepped in Oct. 21 to host the Capital Region Community Dental Event to bridge the access-to-care gap.

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For public health dentists, it’s about helping those who need it most

WebDr. Le added that being in public health also guarantees dentists a consistent salary, health insurance, ample sick leave, vacation days and other benefits. "And …

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