ADAA July President’s Letter
Hello, July! Here’s to sunshine, celebrations, and fresh opportunities ahead. ADAA has some exciting events coming your way.
Mark your calendar for the ADAA Connection Zone Meeting on July 15, 2025, at 7:00 PM CST, titled “Advocacy for Dental Assistants: The Magic of Connection with Purpose.” You can join us here.
ADAA April President’s Letter
April Greetings to Our Valued ADAA Members and Dental Assistants! As we recognize Oral Cancer Awareness Month, we take this opportunity to acknowledge the vital role dental assistants play in promoting early detection and patient education. Your contributions have a lasting impact on the health and well-being of those you serve. Read more!
Nominations Open for 2025 ADAA Student Awards
Recognizing outstanding dental assisting students in leadership, professionalism, and clinical excellence.
Nomination Period: March 1 – April 13, 2025 (12:00 p.m. CDT)
Submit nominations electronically via the ADAA Awards Nomination Forms below. For questions, please contact info@adaausa.org.
Celebrate DARW 2025: “Superheroes Behind the Smiles”
From March 2 to March 8, 2025, we celebrate Dental Assistants Recognition Week™ (DARW) and honor the superheroes behind the smiles! Dental assistants are the heart of every dental team, providing expert care, comfort, and support to patients. This year’s theme, “Superheroes Behind the Smiles,” recognizes their dedication and the vital role they play in oral healthcare.
Visit the ADAA DARW page for downloadable graphics and resources to help spread the word. Let’s make DARW 2025 unforgettable for our dental superheroes!
June ADAA President’s Letter
Dear ADAA Members, I hope this message finds you well and that you are enjoying the summer, perhaps taking some well-deserved vacation time with family and friends. I am excited to share some important updates and upcoming events with you. The deadline for the ADAA Member Awards is approaching on June 30. This is your chance to recognize the outstanding contributions of your peers, so please submit your nominations. The award categories include the ADAA President’s Award of Excellence, ADAA Pride Awards, Loyal Assistant Award, and New Member Involvement Award.
Letter From Leadership: Lisa Childers Hernandez
Dear ADAA Members, Greetings! As the President of ADAA, I am excited to share some important updates with you. In June 2024, ADAA will be transitioning to a new database portal and website. This upgrade will introduce a more user-friendly system, simplifying the processes for making purchases, renewing memberships, registering for events, and managing your contact information, among other features. During this transition, we will temporarily halt purchases and payments on the current site for our memberships, programs, and products until the migration to the new system is complete. We
ADAA to Launch New Website and Database Management Systems
Starting in April 2024, ADAA is transitioning to new website and database management system. This upgrade will introduce an improved, user-friendly system designed to streamline tasks such as renewing memberships, registering for events, updating contact information, and more. To access these enhanced features, all users – including members, non-members, and applicants for educational programs – must authenticate their accounts in the new ADAA Portal. Please regularly check your inbox or visit the ADAA website over the next few weeks for instructions on how to authenticate your account in the new
Letter From Leadership: Lisa Childers Hernandez
Dear ADAA Members, As spring ushers in a season of growth, so too does it bring changes and advancements at ADAA. We are currently in the midst of transitioning to a new website and database portal, designed to enhance the way we serve you. This new system is currently in its testing phase, and I am thrilled about the improvements it promises to bring. The upgraded portal will simplify many of our common tasks, such as renewing memberships, registering for events, and updating personal information. We aim to make this
Announcement Regarding Professional Liability Insurance
After a thorough evaluation of the needs of our community and the resources at our disposal, the ADAA Board has made a significant decision regarding our professional liability insurance offering. Our analysis shows that approximately 60% of our members already have coverage through other sources. This includes students and educators insured by their institutions, Air Force personnel covered through military services, and those who are retired or not currently practicing. As a result, a large portion of our members do not require malpractice insurance through ADAA. Discontinuation of Professional Liability Insurance With