Jul 1, 2024
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!
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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.
Jul 1, 2024
Dentists’ role in monitoring, managing care of patients using buprenorphine
July JADA examines xerostomia, caries linked with use of drug
Jun 28, 2024
HIPAA rule supports reproductive health care privacy
Final rule now in effect
Jun 27, 2024
ADA Library & Archives digital exhibit details dental pain management through the years
Collection complements National Library of Medicine’s traveling exhibit stopping at ADA
Jun 27, 2024
HEADs UP supports individuals with developmental disabilities
Association expresses ‘strong support’ for legislation
Jun 24, 2024
Deadline to use Phase 7 Provider Relief Fund reporting approaches
You have until June 30 to use the money.
Jun 24, 2024
SmileCon 2024 offers CE opportunities tailor-made for new dentists
Education part of New Orleans’ New Dentist Experience
Jun 20, 2024
Dental Olympics returns at SmileCon 2024
Four-team challenge pits dental students against one another in now-annual highlight
Jun 19, 2024
Dentist competing to be America's next MasterChef
Baby boomer is contestant on new season of TV show airing all summer in primetime
Jun 19, 2024
States enact dental benefit legislation
16 new laws passed in 9 states
Jun 18, 2024
The science behind community water fluoridation
Q&A with American Fluoridation Society duo on advocacy backed by evidence
Jun 18, 2024
Entry period for 2024 Design Innovation Awards ends Aug. 16
Remodel, new build, large new build categories open for dental practice competition
Jun 18, 2024
Federal task force to crack down on e-cigarettes
ADA urges 'all hands on deck' in coalition letter
Jun 17, 2024
ADA calls for increased resources for Indian Health Service
Requests include money for workforce, medical equipment
Jun 17, 2024
My View: ERISA commentary
States should take back ability to regulate health care
Jun 17, 2024
SmileCon discussion explores women’s role in AI revolution
CE focuses on leveraging AI to enhance patient care, foster collaboration
Jun 12, 2024
ADA pleads with Supreme Court for insurance reform
Federal ERISA law should not supersede states’ authority
Jun 12, 2024
ADA files Amicus brief with Supreme Court
Federal ERISA law should not supersede states’ authority
Jun 12, 2024
A tale of two cities, both successful in keeping water fluoridation
'I will defend fluoridation because of the good it does’
Jun 11, 2024
‘Ethical Moment’ series in JADA commemorates 20th anniversary
Articles, written by council members, give practical answers to everyday dilemmas