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The Journal of Dentistry for Children is requesting manuscripts for peer review.

Are dental X-rays necessary for children?

Free webinar on CDT Case Management Codes for AAPD Members.

AAPD President Dr. Jade Miller and national spokesperson Dr. Jessica Lee were both interviewed by Melinda Wenner Moyer for a story titled, “You’re not Brushing your Toddler’s Teeth,” for Slate.com.

New report by leading dental associations also shows dental sealants are more effective than other treatments in reducing and preventing childhood cavities.

The Treasury Department and IRS released on July 8, 2016 proposed regulations relating to premium tax credits under the Affordable Care Act. This included a rule clarifying the inclusion of subsidies for stand-alone pediatric dental plans, as part of the premium tax credit, for plans purchased in a Health Insurance Exchange.

On July 11, 2016 Catherine Saint Louis with The New York Times did a story titled, “A Cavity-Fighting Liquid Lets Kids Avoid Dentists’ Drills.”

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Dr. Stephen Wilson, AAPD’s co-lead author of new sedation guidelines, was interviewed by Dr.Bicuspid.com for a story titled, “New Sedation Guidelines Emphasize Patient Safety,” published on June 30. 

The Senate Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Subcommittee approved a FY2017 funding bill on June 7, followed by full Appropriations Committee passage on June 9, 2016 by a 29-1 vote.

The Connecticut State Budget passed during the 2016 legislative session resulted in a 5% across the board reduction in children’s dental Medicaid reimbursement rates.

AAP & AAPD Report Updates Safe Practices When Sedating a Pediatric Patient

AAPD Webinar about how to manage reviews of your business on Yelp, Google and Facebook.

AAPD Names New Board Officers and Trustees at AAPD 2016 in San Antonio

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This year the for the first time in 10 years, AAPD is proposing a dues increase.

April is National Facial Protection Month and this year five health organizations are doubling down on mouth guards.

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