Jul 1, 2025
Latest News
On January 7, 2025 the New York State Dental Association released a video message reaffirming support for fluoridation of municipal water supplies and its continued use statewide. As noted in the release, this stance aligns with the longstanding position of the ADA and the broader healthcare community, which recognize the proven benefits of fluoridated water in preventing tooth decay and cavities as good oral health is the gateway for good overall health!
More than 75 years of extensive research as shown that, when used at recommended levels, fluoride is safe and effective in preventing tooth decay by approximately 25% while reducing dental costs by $38 dollars for each $1 invested.
To view the Press Release and video, click this link:
https://www.nysdental.org/news---publications/news/2025/01/07/video-message-reaffirming-nysda's-support-for-fluoridation-of-municipal-water
Ninth District News
NYSDA News
Jul 1, 2025
Jul 1, 2025
Jul 1, 2025
Jun 30, 2025
ADA News
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. Read More
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. Read More
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. Read More
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. Read More
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. Read More
