Mar 1, 2022
Feb 16, 2022
NYSDOL Issues Required Employer Whistleblower Law Poster
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) has issued the required poster that all employers must post about the new New York State Whistleblower Law contained in Section 740 of the New York State Labor Law. Section 740 of the Labor Law took effect January 26, 2022, and is explained in detail in the NYSDOL poster.
Feb 16, 2022

NYS Mask Mandate Lifted for the Public
This week, Governor Hochul announced that the statewide indoor business mask-or-vaccine requirement was being lifted effective today, Thursday, February 10. It will remain in effect in certain settings, including schools, public transportation centers, hospitals, and all healthcare settings regulated by the NYS Department of Health.
Jan 3, 2022

2022 Second District Dental Society Dental Student Loan Forgiveness Program
If you are new dentist who meets the eligibility requirements listed below, now is your opportunity to apply for the SDDS Dental Student Loan Forgiveness Program. You could be one of several new dentists selected to receive an award up to $10,000 to help decrease your student loan debt.
Dec 16, 2021
New York City Issues Mandatory Employee COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements
New York City has issued its mandatory novel coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination requirements for employers, effective December 27, 2021. The requirements apply to all employees of dental practices, but do not apply to patients of dental practices.
Nov 16, 2021
NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program
New York State's COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program provides grant assistance to small businesses, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations who have experienced financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The grants are available to businesses with revenues up to $2.5 million.
Oct 4, 2021

Looking to Establish a Vaccine Mandate in Your Practice?
Before you do, be sure you know the facts and are following the law. Check out a summary NYSDA put together just for members.
Sep 2, 2021
Selected Nominees for 2022 Elective Positions
On June 21, 2021, the Nominating Committee met to select nominees for the 2022 elective positions. Elections will take place at the November Membership Meeting on November 11, 2021. Click for the full report of selected nominees.
Aug 17, 2021

New vaccine mandate DOES NOT include private dental practices
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announces vaccine mandate for all healthcare workers in New York State. This does not include private dental practices.
Jul 13, 2021
Experts Urge Businesses to Start PPP Forgiveness Applications
Experts urge businesses to start Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness applications as soon as possible. Borrowers who took funds when the program launched in April 2020 need to apply for forgiveness by mid-July, after which the funding automatically becomes a standard loan with interest.
Jul 13, 2021
NYSDOL Issues Model Health and Essential Rights (HERO) Act
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) has issued its model Health and Essential Rights (HERO) Act plans for all employers for protecting workers from airborne infectious diseases.
Jun 15, 2021
ADA Releases Analysis on Updated Guidance from OSHA
Dental practices are mostly exempt from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) new Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) to protect healthcare workers from COVID-19 in recognition of the profession's ability to practice safely during the pandemic.
Jun 10, 2021
Feb 14, 2025
New interim executive director has storied career in organized dentistry
Elizabeth Shapiro, D.D.S., J.D., was named interim executive director by the ADA Board of Trustees Feb. 8.
Feb 13, 2025
RFK Jr. confirmed as HHS secretary
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was confirmed as secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in a final Senate vote of 52-48.
Feb 12, 2025
New bill would allow oral care items to be purchased through FSAs, HSAs
A new bill was introduced that would increase access to certain oral care items that can be purchased with FSAs and HSAs.
Feb 11, 2025
ADA ‘generally supports’ Dietary Guidelines science report
The ADA generally supported a scientific report that will be used to update federal dietary guidelines.
Feb 10, 2025
ADA to hold standards meetings in March
The ADA Standards Program will hold multiple meetings March 10-12 in New York City to discuss dental standards on a variety of topics.
Feb 10, 2025
National coalition urges Congress to reject proposed Medicaid cuts
The Partnership for Medicaid is calling on Congress to reject cuts to Medicaid during the budget reconciliation process.
Feb 10, 2025
5 things to know about the American Association of Endodontists
Here are five facts you may not know about the American Association of Endodontists from its president, Natasha M. Flake, D.D.S., Ph.D.
Feb 8, 2025
ADA executive director resigns
The ADA announced Feb. 8 that Raymond A. Cohlmia, D.D.S., has resigned from his position as executive director, effective immediately.
Feb 7, 2025
'We want to help reduce health care disparities'
Give Kids A Smile, the ADA Foundation's annual access to care program, kicked off with a national celebration in Nashville, Tennessee.
Feb 7, 2025
Give Kids A Smile kicks off in Nashville
The ADA Foundation’s Give Kids A Smile program kicks off Feb. 7 at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry.
Feb 7, 2025
Give Kids A Smile kicks off today
The ADA Foundation’s Give Kids A Smile program kicks off Feb. 7 at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry.
Feb 7, 2025
Give Kids A Smile kicks off in Nashville, Tennessee
Give Kids A Smile, the ADA Foundation's annual access to care program, kicked off with a national celebration in Nashville, Tennessee.
Feb 6, 2025
Debunking dental trends
ADA News spoke with several experts about the rising popularity of these current dental trends.
Feb 6, 2025
Oregon passes dental licensure reform that removes stigmatizing mental health questions
After nearly 18 months of advocacy efforts, dental licensure applications in Oregon will no longer include stigmatizing questions.
Feb 6, 2025
Dental School Snapshots: January
This ADA News series shares fun facts about U.S. dental schools.
Feb 6, 2025
ADA outlines tax priorities
The ADA is outlining its priorities on small business tax policy, providing input on policies it said would affect oral health.
Feb 5, 2025
Washington State Dental Association campaigns for dental insurance reform
The Washington State Dental Association is campaigning for dental insurance reform.
Feb 5, 2025
ADA scholarships support dentists interested in academia
Seven scholarships are available for a teacher training program for dental educators and private practitioners interested in academics.
Feb 4, 2025
February JADA examines respiratory disease-related deaths among dentists
Existing engineering controls that reduce inhalational exposures during dental procedures might be inadequate.
Feb 3, 2025
What are the standards for AI use in dentistry?
The growing use of AI in dentistry has led to an increased need for guidance to ensure the technology is used responsibly.