Nominations for the 2022 Nominating Committee

Nominations to the SDDS 2022 Nominating Committee were held at the General Membership Meeting on Thursday, March 10th.

RCDS March 2022 Newsletter

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

RCDS May 2021 Newsletter

What is the future of community water fluoridation?

The ADA is providing a look at the national landscape of community water fluoridation.

ADA sends funding request letter for fiscal year 2026

The ADA is signing onto a coalition letter requesting Congress to support dental and oral health-related programs in Fiscal Year 2026.

ADA unites coalition to support CMS chief dental officer role

The ADA has mobilized a coalition to advocate for the preservation and strengthening of CMS' chief dental officer position.

Benefit verification drives increased administrative spending in dental offices

Eligibility and benefit verification spending increased by 15% to $2.1 billion in 2023.

3 things in government you missed this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of three happenings in government that you may have missed this week.

What happens if the adult Medicaid dental benefit goes away?

The potential consequences of eliminating the adult Medicaid dental benefit are highlighted in an HPI research brief.

5 best practices for responding to online reviews

In this digital age, most dentists have received online reviews, but they may not know how best to respond to them or even if they should.

ADA urges reauthorization of mental health bill

The ADA is supporting a bill dedicated to preventing suicide and reducing occupational burnout and stress for health care professionals.

Bill would reduce student loan burden for dentists, physicians

The Resident Education Deferred Interest Act was reintroduced in both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.

ADA symposium to equip dentists to be champions for overall health

The symposium will show how dental professionals can become leaders in the battle against chronic disease.

The Leadership Institutes to cultivate pipeline of aspiring leaders across tripartite

The ADA is decentralizing its long-standing leadership development program based in Chicago through the launch of The Leadership Institutes.

ADA joins broad coalition urging Congress to protect Medicaid

The ADA is signing onto a letter urging congressional leaders to protect and preserve the Medicaid program.

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of three happenings in government that you may have missed this week.

3 things you missed in government this week

ADA News is providing a roundup of three happenings in government that you may have missed this week.

Finding her fit

Elizabeth “Betsy” Shapiro, D.D.S., J.D., was named ADA interim executive director.

ADA offers discounted access to Talkspace Therapy

Talkspace Therapy is a digital platform that supports behavioral health and emotional wellness needs from a secure app.

Code Maintenance Committee approves changes to 2026 CDT Code

Updates are coming to CDT codes related to saliva testing, resin-based composites and more in 2026.

ADA announces affiliation with private practice dental group

The ADA announced March 6 a new affiliation with the Academy of Private Dental Practice.

Association expresses opposition to proposed HIPAA cybersecurity rule

The ADA is expressing opposition to the proposed Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Security Rule.

Federal bill would extend funding to address dental workforce

A federal bill reintroduced in the House would extend funding to address access to care and dental workforce-related issues.