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Utah becomes first state to ban community water fluoridation

April 1, 2025

Despite best efforts from the ADA and Utah Dental Association, public water fluoridation will be banned from Utah’s public water systems, effective May 7. The legislation, signed last Thursday by Republican Gov. Spencer Cox, marks the first complete, state-wide ban on fluoridation, prohibiting cities and townships from introducing fluoride into public water systems. While similar bans were rejected in New

Lyon College School of Dental Medicine Receives Initial Accreditation

February 11, 2025

After years of planning and setbacks, the Lyon College School of Dental Medicine is set to receive its inaugural class this June after receiving initial accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Arkansas’s first dental school will occupy a seven-story space in Little Rock’s Riverfront Plaza and offer a simulation clinic and 100-chair patient care clinic. The school can accommodate

Obituary: Richard W. “Richie” Poe, ADA Member for 41 years

January 31, 2025

Richard ”Richie” W. Poe, a beloved member of the Harrison community, passed away at the age of 69 on Sunday, December 29, 2024. A cherished dentist known for his compassion and care, Richie dedicated 40 years to connecting with and loving the folks of Harrison. Richie’s life was a testament to his love of his family, his faith, and his

Dental-Child Interaction Training workshop set for April 25

January 29, 2025

The University of Arkansas will host a free, one-day Dental-Child Interaction Training (DCIT) workshop for dentists and dental offices on April 25, 2025. Dental-Child Interaction Training (DCIT) is a collaborative project funded by the National Institute of Health and the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Surgery to promote child behavior management skills in order to enhance quality dental care

Wellness Resources for the New Year: Introducing Talkspace Go

January 15, 2025

A Message from ADA President, Dr. Brett Kessler Dear Colleagues, A new year can represent a fresh start, with many of us setting intentions to improve our lives in some way. These resolutions often pertain to our well-being — of which mental health is an important part. Sadly, when it comes to mental health, the dental profession is facing a stark

Awards & Nominations

January 13, 2025

HONOR YOUR COLLEAGUES – Help ASDA recognize its outstanding members by providing a nomination for one or all the categories below. Please fax or e-mail your nomination to ASDA by Wednesday, January 29 at 12 noon with the following information: 1. Name of nominee and award 2. Brief narrative describing why the nominee deserves the award 3. Your name and contact information 4. Fax the