Jul 4, 2025
In their roles as employers, practice owners are obligated to report workplace injuries immediately. Delaying by taking a “wait and see” approach may potentially further an employee’s injury and lead to problems should a claim be filed at a later date.
Jul 2, 2025
Whether processing credit cards or peer-to-peer payments, does your dental office have the right protections in place? Learn security, privacy and fraud prevention for steps to keep your practice and its finances safe.
Jun 30, 2025
Patients with limited mobility may need help transferring to and from the dental chair. If a caregiver or family member is not there to help with transfers, it is up to the dental practice to provide solutions. How can you ensure all patients have safe access to care?
Jun 27, 2025
The integration of AI into dentistry is an exciting advancement that holds promises of improved patient outcomes and streamlined operations. TDIC’s Risk Management analysts explain the risks associated with AI use and share tips for mitigating those risks.
Jun 25, 2025
For dentists, bartering can lay the groundwork for a liability claim if things don't go as planned. Should you decide to barter treatment, the details must be clear and documented on paper so each party upholds their end of the agreement.
Jun 23, 2025
Properly classifying contracted employees is essential to maintaining compliance with workers' compensation regulations, protecting employees and safeguarding your practice from potential liabilities. Work closely with your local TDIC advisor to ensure you have the right coverage for your practice’s unique needs.
Jun 20, 2025
Along with a robust cyber liability insurance policy, cybersecurity software and data backup serve as essential elements in your practice’s cyberattack prevention and recovery plan.
Jun 12, 2025
The NJDA Annual Convention on May 16 featured the announcement of the 2025 class of NJDA Member Recognition Award Recipients. This is a group of member-dentists who have gone above and beyond and warranted acknowledgment and praise from their colleagues. Each month we will highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Jun 11, 2025
It doesn't get much easier or cost-effective than this! Join your local, state, and national Associations AND line up important training at the same time!
Jun 11, 2025
NJDA's virtual License Requirements Series is the easiest and most affordable way to earn your state-mandated CE prior to the October 31 deadline. Don't scramble for courses this fall... take advantage of this amazing membership and CE offer!
Jun 11, 2025
If your practice is in need of auxiliary staff and/or HR training, take advantage of this amazing offer! Join now and get tools to help with HR and staffing!
Jun 11, 2025
Healthcare professionals from all over will be gathering at the Robert Wood Foundation in Princeton for this event.
May 27, 2025
Managing the dental supply ordering is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of running a profitable dental practice. Hidden inefficiencies in traditional supply procurement processes quietly erode profitability, consume valuable staff time, and hinder growth opportunities.
May 27, 2025
In the dental practice, open communication between practice owners and staff ensures an efficient workplace, reduces employee turnover, improves job satisfaction and helps mitigate potential employment-related claims.
May 16, 2025
Dr. Amit Vora, a periodontist in Edison, NJ, was installed as the 156th President of the New Jersey Dental Association on Friday, May 16.
May 16, 2025
During the NJDA Annual Convention on May 16, these 12 member-dentists were honored by their local dental societies.
May 2, 2025
Some insurance companies are using third-party processors to bypass the intent of a new law that gives healthcare providers choice in how they are paid.
Apr 30, 2025
2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Apr 10, 2025
2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Mar 27, 2025
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, an annual observation that underscores the fact that early detection of oral cancer can decrease morbidity and increase long-term survival.
Mar 25, 2025
Congratulations to Dr. Kim E. Fenesy, Vice Dean, Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, for earning the Outstanding Medical Educator Award at the EJI Excellence In Medicine Awards.
Mar 13, 2025
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2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Feb 28, 2025
NJDA was honored with a proclamation from the New Jersey Legislature recognizing and supporting the advancement of women in dentistry.
Feb 28, 2025
Torch Dental, a leading technology platform specializing in dental supply discovery, ordering and spend management, has officially joined the NJDA PERKS Program as a preferred supplier.
Feb 19, 2025
2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Feb 12, 2025
State and national memberships for full-time dental school faculty have been reduced by 50%. This reduction reflects our commitment to supporting faculty in their vital role.
Jan 31, 2025
Dr. Carmine J. LoMonaco, past President of the New Jersey Dental Association (2001–2002), passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
Jan 23, 2025
A new law that streamlines the pre-authorization process for health insurance carriers in the state, went into effect this month. Here are the main provisions dentists should know about.
Jan 13, 2025
2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Jan 8, 2025
NJDA and AMT will be issuing a 1.5% dividend to groups in good standing as of December 31, 2024, that have offered AMT coverage to their employees.
Dec 23, 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, the New Jersey Dental Association is proud to reflect on a year filled with progress, collaboration, and impact.
Dec 16, 2024
Impassioned political debates can create an uncomfortable environment for both staff and patients. Practice owners should develop a professional code of conduct prohibiting such discussions.
Dec 12, 2024
2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Dec 5, 2024
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Nov 27, 2024
2025 local, state, and national memberships are now available for renewing members. Learn more about the upgrades to membership this year!
Nov 18, 2024
A crucial aspect of HIPAA compliance involves preventing privacy violations.
Nov 14, 2024
The governing body passed the 2025 Association budget and two important resolutions at the November 13 hybrid (in person and virtual) meeting.
Nov 11, 2024
2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Oct 29, 2024
NJDA is seeking member-dentists to serve on the board for the newly established New Jersey Dental Foundation and in elected leadership positions.
Oct 23, 2024
Employee termination can be a difficult and sensitive matter. TDIC’s Risk Management analysts counsel that it’s better to mitigate the risks associated with termination with an emphasis on hiring and retaining high quality employees.
Oct 15, 2024
2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Oct 9, 2024
The amendment clarifies what exams applicants may submit for licensure and makes changes to re-licensure for dentists who have been not practicing for five or more years.
Sep 30, 2024
Thoroughly documenting your office contents ensures you have the right level of coverage and can speed up the claims process should a loss occur.
Sep 11, 2024
2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Sep 6, 2024
In dentistry, optimal patient safety exists when all members of the dental team actively work together to ensure the well-being of each patient. When a crisis does arise, a prepared team is an effective team.
Aug 27, 2024
ADA and NJDA are transitioning the member database, and as a result, a small amount of services will be impacted at some point during the upgrade. Registration for numerous NJDA programs and events will be available without interruption. See the full list below.
Aug 27, 2024
Starting September 10, your ADA member number will no longer be used for login. Instead, you will use your unique email address and password to access your ADA account.
Aug 27, 2024
A good work-life balance has numerous positive effects, such as less stress, lower risk of burnout and greater well-being. Whether you work from home or commute to your office daily, taking care of kids in school can be challenging. Follow these tips to help manage work-life balance during return to school.
Aug 19, 2024
Angela Martinez, Vice President, Strategic Associations and Dental Health Policy at CareCredit, and Heather Colicchio, Founder and President of AADOM invite you to join the Office Management Appreciation Month (OMAM) celebrations.
Aug 14, 2024
2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Aug 13, 2024
Treating “snowbirds,“ college students or patients who present only on an emergency basis can be challenging. As the “secondary“ general dentist, you have more liability exposure than the dentist who is performing their routine dental care. Discover how to minimize risk when you choose to provide care to such patients.
Aug 8, 2024
The Leadership Tour offers members the chance to hear the latest news and developments from NJ's state leadership, the annual life member recognition ceremony, and more at each tour stop.
Jul 10, 2024
2024 NJDA Member Recognition Awards: Each month we highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Jul 5, 2024
New program will screen, perform prophylaxis and fluoride, and provide oral health and nutrition education to the children of migrant workers.
Jun 28, 2024
For more than 20 years, Jim has served as the Director of Governmental and Public Affairs for the NJDA, where he also serves as the Executive Director of the New Jersey Dental Political Action Committee.
Jun 20, 2024
This Invocation was presented at the NJDA House of Delegates Meeting on June 5, 2024.
Jun 20, 2024
Each month we will highlight a different recipient to publicly thank them and share their story with all NJDA members.
Jun 6, 2024
Dr. Velazquez is the 155th President of the New Jersey Dental Association.
Jun 6, 2024
Outgoing NJDA President, Dr. Renee Arace, recognized several individuals for their contributions to NJDA during the June 5 House of Delegates Meeting.
Jun 6, 2024
During the June 5 House of Delegates Meeting, these 12 member-dentists were honored.
May 31, 2024
A crucial aspect of HIPAA compliance involves preventing privacy violations. Risk management analysts offer insights into how privacy violations can occur, practical strategies for maintaining compliance and what you can expect if your dental practice is investigated by the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
May 8, 2024
You may have seen the news from ADA that oral and maxillofacial surgeons have been targeted by a credible cybersecurity threat. All dental practices should be aware of and prepared for this threat. Read for more information from the American Dental Association.
Apr 30, 2024
The revision clarifies the eligibility of online/virtual/distance learning courses as they relate to license renewal for dentists, dental assistants, and dental hygienists.
Apr 25, 2024
Oral health professionals can play a critical role in the prevention and early detection of oral cancer by educating their patients about traditional and emerging risk factors as well as signs and symptoms of this malignancy, performing oral cancer screening for all new and recall patients and encouraging HPV vaccination.
Mar 26, 2024
Plus, One NJDA Member-Dentist Will Win A Trip To ThriveLive in Las Vegas!
Mar 13, 2024
What NJDA members should know as the impacts of the security breach continue to affect the healthcare industry.
Mar 7, 2024
Dental practice owners are busy and sometimes it is easy to overlook small increases in the costs of services you are using, but often those small increases are frequent enough to have a big impact. Any part of your business that increases substantially over time should be analyzed periodically to make sure that it’s meeting the needs of your bottom line.
Jan 25, 2024
NJDA and AMT will be issuing a 1% dividend to groups in good standing as of December 31, 2023, that have offered AMT coverage to their employees.
Jan 5, 2024
Thank you to all NJDA Members for making 2023 so amazing! Here are some of the things we accomplished.
Dec 28, 2023
Here are 10 things that NJDA's 4,500+ members can get excited about as we flip the calendar to 2024! In no particular order...
Dec 12, 2023
Prioritizing job duty training over educating new employees about crucial office policies can lead to miscommunication and increased risk of misconduct. Minimize risk by documenting your practice’s employment policies, with resources from TDIC.
Nov 17, 2023
Effective communication and a basic understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act are important tools to reduce risk and improve care for patients with special needs. One call to TDIC’s Risk Management Advice Line illustrates how AwDA violations might occur.
Nov 10, 2023
Overall, organized dentistry and the NJDPAC had an extremely successful night. NJDA supported candidates won overwhelmingly with just three candidates losing out of more than 100 different individuals to which NJDPAC contributed.
Nov 1, 2023
The State Board of Dentistry is granting licensees holding a PCS (moderate) sedation permit that expired on October 31, an extension until December 31, 2023, provided...
Oct 26, 2023
When offering refunds to dental patients, it is essential to have clear policies and procedures in place. Refund policies should be communicated clearly to patients, so they understand under what circumstances refunds will be offered and what documentation may be required. Dental practices should weigh the potential benefits against the risks and ensure that they have policies and procedures in place to handle refunds in an impartial and transparent manner.
Oct 25, 2023
Compliancy Group recently announced that their software has just received a significant upgrade.
Sep 22, 2023
Obtaining proper, legal consent for nonverbal adults is of paramount importance in the dental practice. By becoming familiar with local laws, employing effective communication strategies, involving caregivers and advocate, and maintaining meticulous documentation, dentists can navigate this complex landscape and provide ethical and patient-centered care for a vulnerable population.
Sep 21, 2023
To help clear up any confusion, we laid the two sets of requirements next to each other.
Sep 8, 2023
Learn about the regulations around advocating for maternal or parental leave.
Sep 8, 2023
Learn about rules that support workplace accommodations and protect against discrimination.
Sep 8, 2023
How to negotiate for parental leave.
Sep 8, 2023
Review the federal and state standards for taking family and medical leave.
Sep 8, 2023
Three new dentists share their stories and advice on pregnancy and motherhood.
Sep 8, 2023
Learn the symptoms and get advice for managing common postpartum blues and depression.
Sep 8, 2023
Techniques for lifting a weight off your shoulders
Sep 8, 2023
Learn tips for preventing and treating hearing loss.
Sep 8, 2023
Explore ways to avoid hand pain aggravators in your practice.
Sep 8, 2023
Find out how to soothe the back, neck and shoulder pain commonly faced by dentists.
Sep 8, 2023
Take the new quiz in the ADA Member App to explore career options.
Sep 8, 2023
Expert insight on how rising interest rates might impact you.
Sep 8, 2023
A new dentist shares the skills that have helped him succeed in practice ownership.
Sep 8, 2023
Q&A with Dr. Erinne Kennedy that shines a spotlight on the benefits of therapy.
Jul 25, 2022
Division of Consumer Affairs Issues New Order Regarding Screening and Other Protocols in Office Practices
Aug 20, 2020
How do you code treatment of a Perio Abscess?
Aug 20, 2020
Current CDT codes have no way to reflect difficulty and time ...how would you report this?
Aug 20, 2020
Cyber security threats are continually evolving - take for example the recent breach reported by Quest Diagnostics. Everyone is vulnerable and these types of attacks pose a real and significant threat to dental practices.
Aug 20, 2020
There are many “coding experts” out there. When in doubt….check the code Descriptor! D2980 Crown repair or D2391 Single surface posterior composite restoration.
Aug 20, 2020
The 2018 CDT Code contains 18 new codes. Three new codes were added for implant services. D6118, D6119 and D6096.
Aug 20, 2020
Do you have patients in your practice that may be at risk for Diabetes?
Aug 20, 2020
Have you ever provided a service for a patient, only to find that there is no code describing a procedure? Read more to learn how to document this procedure.
Aug 5, 2020
Maxillofacial Prosthetics includes non-orthodontic treatment appliances. Read more for information on codes for sleep apnea devices.
Jul 10, 2020
Delta Dental Dentist Support Program
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NJDA members discuss some of the changes in the dental office due to covid-19
Jun 23, 2020
Remember Opt-in/Opt out? CMS has rescinded a previously announced rule that would have required dentists (who provide dental care and prescriptions for Medicare Advantage patients and Part D beneficiaries) to be enrolled in Medicare or to have opted out in order for their services to be covered.
Jun 23, 2020
Halloween is around the corner, which for most children means bags of free candy and a chance to build a stockpile of sweets for the winter. No surprise, Halloween can also present parents with a variety of health and safety challenges. “It’s OK to eat that candy on Halloween but it’s important to have a plan,” says ADA dentist Dr. Ana Paula Ferraz-Dougherty.
Jun 23, 2020
It’s no surprise that good oral health is critical to overall health. During the past decade, there has been growing evidence documenting the relationship between oral health and systemic diseases. That message resonates with patients, too. Today, most Americans recognize the connection between their oral health and overall health.
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Testimony before the Senate’s Fiscal Recovery Strategists Committee
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NJDA has developed and delivered a comprehensive plan to reopen dental practices to the Governor and State Legislature
Apr 24, 2020
The Key Metrics to Measure for Successl<br> Tuesday, April 28th @ 2PM<br> Speaker: Jim Philhower
Apr 20, 2020
Managing Infectious Diseases in the Dental Office <br>May 6th @4:00PM
Apr 20, 2020
Emergency Exams, EFT and Credentialing <br> April 22nd @ 1:00PM <br>Speaker: Dr. Keith Libou, Delta Dental
Apr 17, 2020
COVID-19 Advisory for New Jersey Dental Professionals From the State Board of Dentistry
Apr 17, 2020
NJDA Board of Trustees Recommends Voluntary Temporary Suspension of Nonessential and Nonurgent Dental Care
Mar 29, 2020
Critical information regarding assistance from the federal government available to small businesses and guidance on whether a dentist owner can apply for and receive funding from BOTH an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and Paycheck Protection (PPP) loan.
Mar 28, 2020
COVID-19 Relief bill contains provisions important to dentistry.
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The New Jersey Dental Association (NJDA) Board of Trustees unanimously approved guidance to all member dentist practices addressing COVID-19 on Wednesday, March 18, 2020.
Mar 18, 2020
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On January 15th, the NJDA officially reopened our newly renovated facility with a ceremony attended by more than 75 member dentists and other dignitaries.
Jan 17, 2020
Our renovation has begun! Take a look at the progress of our renovated headquarters.
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If you’ve looked at your monthly bills, you know that credit card processing fees can be complicated, hard to understand, and unnecessarily expensive. It doesn’t have to be this way!
Mar 13, 2019
If you participate with the Horizon Dental Network, you now have access to a larger patient base!
Feb 28, 2019
Dentists and dental hygienists are the first line of defense against head and neck cancer. Human papilloma virum (HPV) is not the most common cause of oropharynx cancer. Early detection and treatment results in the best functional outcomes and cure rates.
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Apr 13, 2018
Giancarlo Ghisalberti, D4 at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine shares the student perspective on ADA Lobby Day
Apr 6, 2018
Dr. Araujo, vice president, ADA Science Institute has authored an article on "HPV: Have "the Talk" with your Dentist".
Feb 16, 2018
The Dentists Insurance Company has the answer!
Feb 16, 2018
In addition to financing options that help patients get care without delay, CareCredit provides FREE resources developed from input of leading dental educators and dental teams including kits filled with scripts and tools.
Dec 7, 2017
If you have purchased the Airbex NOMAD Model Pro 2 GBL on Ebay or elsewhere, please click here for more information.
Dec 7, 2017
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A dental office may seem like a benign institution but the dental office has many more safety hazards and regulatory requirements than a metal fabrication shop. This article will be looking into the Blood-borne Pathogens exposures that dental offices face every day.
Dec 7, 2017
Informed consent is more than just a form - it's a doctor to patient conversation.
Sep 8, 2017
Dental offices have a variety of safety issues for dentists and dental hygienists that may not be apparent to everyone. Dentists and dental hygienists have exposure to repetitive motion disorders, musculoskeletal issues, hazardous chemicals and blood-borne pathogens. For this article, we are focusing on the ergonomics of dental offices.
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Today’s political climate is more tumultuous than ever, reaching a level of polarization that often spills into daily interactions. But like the holiday dinner table, a dental office is no place for political or religious discussions.
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Dr. Mark A. Vitale, a general dentist practicing in Edison, was installed as President of the New Jersey Dental Association on May 6.
Apr 11, 2017
Leadership and students spent a day on the hill in DC last month, meeting with congressional leaders and advocating for dentistry and oral public health.
Mar 30, 2017
As a dentist, you’ve made certain promises. You’ve promised to serve patients with compassion and integrity. You’ve promised to keep patients safe when they seek treatment within your walls. But what steps have you taken to ensure you are able to deliver on those promises?
Mar 30, 2017
Relying on memory alone to recount your business assets is an exercise in futility. Unfortunately, failing to document all items of value can lead to a shortage of insurance coverage should a loss occur.
Mar 30, 2017
Don't let your annual dental benefits run out!
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If you are like most folks, you probably make a New Year’s resolution. This year, shake it up a bit….and make a resolution for your practice — one that is reasonable to achieve and that will check many boxes on your “to do” list.
Mar 30, 2017
Today, online users are experts at navigating websites. Users scan websites in a matter of seconds to find what they're looking for or leave the site if it’s not relevant to their search.
Mar 7, 2017
An immediate denture is a prosthesis which is fabricated without a denture try-in procedure in the patient’s mouth and inserted at the same visit immediately after extraction of the teeth. This article presents an atypical case where the immediate interim denture had to be fabricated while the patient waited in the chair.
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As your child gets ready for the fall sports season, don’t forget to have him or her fitted for a mouthguard. Mouthguards do more than protect your child’s teeth. They also lessen the possibility of injury to the tongue, jaw, lips and face. And, if your child wears braces, a mouthguard protects against damage to them, too.
Dec 14, 2016
Dr. Gregory LaMorte, immediate past president of the NJDA, was a featured guest on a recent segment of the NJ Capitol Report.
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