Jun 9, 2025

Georgia Dental Association Supports Opening of Center for IDD Care

The Georgia Dental Association celebrates the opening of a new Macon clinic for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, created in partnership with Mercer University and the Dental College of Georgia. The clinic will expand access to care while training future healthcare providers.

May 21, 2025

Crashing the Biofilm Party: Understanding the Path to Safe Dental Unit Waterlines

Dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) can harbor harmful bacteria if not properly maintained, posing serious health risks to patients, including documented outbreaks. Once overlooked, DUWL safety is now a critical infection control focus, with protocols like shocking, treating, and testing waterlines increasingly mandated, including new continuing education requirements in Georgia.

May 20, 2025

Georgia Sees Uptick in Scammers Posing as Regulators

An increase in fraudulent phone calls requires increased vigilance from dental teams.

May 16, 2025

States Begin to Adopt New Dental Assisting Role

States begin to implement oral preventative assistants.

May 16, 2025

Culture in Dental Practices: The Dentist and Dental Hygienist Working Relationship

This article highlights the critical role of collaboration between dentists and dental hygienists in creating a successful dental practice. It discusses common barriers to teamwork and offers practical strategies to improve communication, define roles, and enhance patient care.

May 16, 2025

Governor Signs Milestone Teledentistry Bill into Law

Georgia Dental Association Leadership Expands Access to Oral Health Care

May 16, 2025

Georgia Dental Association Statement on Tariffs and Oral Health Care Access

The Georgia Dental Association warns that new tariffs on imported dental supplies could raise costs for practices and patients, potentially limiting access to care, but urges Georgians to continue prioritizing regular dental visits to prevent more serious health issues.

May 13, 2025

Preparing Patients for the Cost of Dentistry

Many patients delay needed dental care due to concerns about cost and a lack of understanding around dental expenses and insurance benefits. This article highlights key insights from the 2023 Synchrony Dental Lifetime of Care study and offers practical ways dental teams can help patients better prepare for and manage the cost of care.

Apr 22, 2025

Community Water Fluoridation is Still a Good Idea!

Community water fluoridation is a safe, effective, and cost-saving public health measure inspired by natural fluoride levels that significantly reduces dental caries and promotes oral health equity.

Apr 16, 2025

ADA Lobby Day 2025

From March 30 to April 1, 2025, Georgia Dental Association representatives joined dentists nationwide in Washington, D.C. for the ADA Dentist and Student Lobby Day, advocating for key issues such as dental student debt relief, insurance reform, and water fluoridation.

Apr 11, 2025

The Rise of DSOs in Dentistry: The Pros and Cons of Joining a Dental Service Organization

As Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) continue to reshape the industry with private equity backing, operational support, and premium practice valuations, dentists face important decisions about whether to maintain independence or sell.

Apr 11, 2025

Advocating for the Future of Dentistry as a D1

As a first-year dental student and future Army dentist, Tate Allen had the unforgettable opportunity to represent the Dental College of Georgia at ADA Lobby Day in Washington, D.C.

Apr 10, 2025

Being "Bankable": How to Prepare Yourself Financially to Purchase or Start a Dental Practice

No matter where you are in your dental career, taking proactive steps to understand your production, manage your finances, and build creditworthiness will make you a stronger candidate when it's time to secure practice financing.

Mar 10, 2025

Understanding the Impact of Federal Budget Reconciliation on Georgia Medicaid

Proposed Medicaid cuts could raise Georgia’s costs, possibly affecting dental benefits and provider pay.

Feb 21, 2025

Corporate Transparency Act Filing Requirement Reinstated

The Corporate Transparency Act's beneficial ownership reporting requirement has been reinstated.

Feb 13, 2025

Georgia Department of Public Health Issues New Survey on Antibiotic Prescribing Habits

Georgia's Department of Public Health aim to learn more about how dentists in the state prescribe antibiotics.

Feb 13, 2025

Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact Holds Second Meeting

Commission members continue to work to operationalize interstate licensure compact.

Feb 7, 2025

Board of Dentistry Adopts New Dental Unit Water Quality Rule

The Board of Dentistry has adopted a new rule clarifying infection control requirements for dental offices in the state.

Feb 3, 2025

Installation of 2025 State and District Officers

Congratulations to GDA’s 2025 officers who were installed at the GDA House of Delegates meeting on Friday, January 31, 2025.

Jan 31, 2025

Selling Your Dental Practice? Here’s Your Top 10 To-Do List

If you’re a dentist considering selling your dental practice, there are many keys to a smooth transition. Here are ten things you’ll want to do as you navigate the process...