Jun 12, 2023 · Dental amalgam has an established record of safety and effectiveness, which the scientific community has extensively reviewed and affirmed.

Resources about amalgam regulations, recycling and waste management, and dental equipment.

CHICAGO, February 11, 2026 — The American Dental Association (ADA) is aware that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that the Indian Health Service (IHS) …

Sep 24, 2020 · The American Dental Association (ADA) supports the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) statement that all dental restorative decisions and treatment options should …

Feb 10, 2026 · The best approach to any treatment is shared decision making between you and your patient. If amalgam fillings are an option to treat cavities, your patient may have questions about the …

Jan 6, 2026 · Dental best management practices for amalgam waste handling and disposal 4 include use of chair-side traps, use of amalgam separators, regular inspection and cleaning of traps, and use …

Nov 18, 2016 · Materials for direct restoration: a detailed overview for dental professionals from the ADA.

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Downcoding is when dental plans use a procedure code different from the one submitted to determine a benefit in an amount less than that which would be allowed for the submitted code. Generally, when …

Guidance to help your dental practice comply with EPA regulations on amalgam recycling and discharge.