The nebulous term “quality improvement” shouldn’t scare off dentists from attending the upcoming Dental Quality Alliance Conference, as all are welcome, said Dr. Marie Schweinebraten, former ADA trustee and current DQA chair. “On a day-to-day basis, we measure improvement every day, but [dentists] don’t call it that,” she said. “Quality measures provide a means to use tested ways… Read More »
When public utility officials in Porter County, Indiana, were considering in 2014 whether to continue adding fluoride to its water supply to combat tooth decay, Dr. Isaac Zeckel stepped up to help them make the decision. The dental director at the county’s public health center, Dr. Zeckel said he felt he was in a unique position to help… Read More »
The ADA Distinguished Speaker Series will feature legendary quarterback Peyton Manning at ADA 2017 – America’s Dental Meeting in Atlanta. “Peyton Manning is one of the greatest athletes of our time,” said Dr. Gary L. Roberts, ADA president, announcing Mr. Manning as speaker. “But not only is he a great athlete — he is also an amazing man… Read More »
Five and a half million underserved children have received free dental services. More than 137,000 dentist and 420,000 volunteers—including new dentists and dental students—nationwide have given of their time and talents. All of this goodwill is the result of one man’s idea that grew from a basic thought into a well-known and energizing movement, known fondly as Give… Read More »
The ADA took a giant step forward in February to create a national exam to assess a licensure candidate’s entry-level clinical knowledge, skills and competency — while averting the potential ethical issues involved in the use of patients for dental licensure examinations, according to ADA News. The ADA Board of Trustees voted last month to approve the development… Read More »
Saving ADA members $4.4 million in loan consolidations. Patient education reaching over 21 million people on social media. And celebrating 150 years of the Code of Ethics. The ADA can celebrate a multitude of highlights in 2016. For the second year, the Association released a video and infographic to visually articulate the impact, reach and value of ADA… Read More »