Apr 2, 2026
ADVOCACY

The Nevada Dental Association advocates on behalf of its association members with legislators, regulators, and other partners. Working closely with our association members, and under the guidance and oversight from NDA leadership and member-led councils, the NDA works on a host of oral health issues ranging from scope of practice to accessing care.
The NDA is committed to supporting efforts that ensure Nevada citizens have access to good oral health care. We know that this is a constant challenges and in order of us to be successful, we need your help. Contact the NDA office to learn more about the different ways member dentists can get involved in the legislative process.
Your involvement can be big or small; from writing a letter, to attending a meeting with a legislator; from making a phone call, or to testifying in a legislative committee. Dentists make the best advocates for oral health care issues, so get involved today!
The NDA provides access to all the latest news on legislative issues, tools, templates, and guides. See our Award winning NDA Journal Quarterly Publications and NDA Monthly Newsletters with content provided from our own dentist members in Nevada. Join our Facebook page to receive current information on new benefits! Stay compliant, informed and engaged.
Latest News
We have your back no matter what
The NDA appreciates its members' trust and support year over year. We place a high priority on our advocacy efforts. Read more on the legislative activity in Nevada.
FDA & ADA Stance on Amalgam
On Thursday, September 24, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued updated guidance stating that dental amalgam may cause health problems for some high-risk groups, especially those with hypersensitivity to mercury. The update reinforced that amalgam is safe for most, but recommended some patients to avoid the material. More
Nevada Compliance
Nevada operates an OSHA-approved State Plan covering most private sector workers and all state and local government workers.
Mar 30, 2026
Dear ADA: Noncovered services
If a plan denies a procedure as a noncovered service, why am I still required to accept the contracted PPO fee instead of my full fee? Read More
Mar 26, 2026
Lobby Day 2026 delivers strong impact
Approximately 500 dentists and dental students gathered in Washington, D.C., for Lobby Day 2026. Read More
Mar 25, 2026
Q&A: What are your ethical obligations if another dentist dies before completing treatment?
A recent news report described financial challenges faced by patients who had prepaid for treatment before their dentist unexpectedly died. Read More
Mar 25, 2026
ADA adds mental health, GLP-1 questions to health history forms
The updated forms became available for purchase through the ADA Store on March 24. Read More
Mar 25, 2026
Mar 24, 2026
Organized Dentistry Coalition urges CMS to not prohibit adult dental coverage
ODC urged CMS to not prohibit adult dental coverage as an essential health benefit in the proposed Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters. Read More
Mar 19, 2026
Coalition urges Congress to boost CDC tobacco prevention funding
The ADA joined a coalition urging Congress to provide $310 million for tobacco prevention and cessation programs at the CDC. Read More
Mar 17, 2026
New ADA course offers strategies for supporting dentists’ mental health
In honor of Health Workforce Well-Being Day on March 18, the new course offers practical strategies and tools for dentists and their teams. Read More
Mar 17, 2026
3 convicted in racketeering conspiracy involving dental practice
The conspiracy defrauded Medicaid of more than $30 million. Read More
Mar 17, 2026
ADA voices support for reintroduction of Promoting Dental Health Act
The ADA supports legislation reintroduced in the U.S. Senate that would extend federal support for oral health initiatives nationwide. Read More
Mar 17, 2026
ADA calls for improved interoperability standards for dental imaging
The ADA submitted comments in response to a request for information on diagnostic imaging interoperability standards and certification. Read More
Mar 12, 2026
ADA Forsyth wins Massachusetts economic impact award
The ADA Forsyth Institute has won gold in the 22nd annual Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards. Read More
Mar 11, 2026
Legislation introduced to apply state dental insurance laws to self-funded plans
The ADA is supporting new legislation aimed at ensuring that state dental insurance reform laws apply to self-funded dental plans. Read More
Mar 11, 2026
Translate science into practice at ADA 2026 Scientific Session
The Scientific Session will focus on clear, actionable insights dentists can use to support their clinical decision-making. Read More
Mar 11, 2026
ADA Member Advantage endorses Weave as patient engagement platform
ADA Member Advantage has endorsed Weave to provide its AI-powered patient communications and engagement platform to Association members. Read More
Mar 10, 2026
ADA names next executive director
The American Dental Association has named Nader A. Nadershahi, D.D.S., M.B.A., Ed.D., as its next executive director, effective March 23. Read More
Mar 4, 2026
ADA joins coalition urging Education Department to adjust timeline for student loan changes
The ADA is urging the Education Department to adjust the implementation timeline for student loan changes that could affect dental students. Read More
Mar 4, 2026
ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure seeks committee nominees
The ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure is seeking nominees to serve on its committees this October. Read More
Mar 1, 2026
ADA reaffirms importance of clinical exams in early oral cancer detection
The recommendations, published in JADA, are the first to be released as part of a living guideline on oral cancer detection. Read More
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