May 26, 2026
Secretary’s Report to the General Membership
NJDA's House of Delegates Meeting was held on May 2, 2026 in Bridgewater, NJ. Secretary, Dr. Janhavi Rane, filed this report summarizing the events of the meeting.
May 22, 2026
Dr. Richard D'Eustachio 1936-2026
Dr. Richard D'Eustachio, Past President of New Jersey Dental Association, Southern Dental Society, & American Dental Association passed away on March 4, 2026.
May 19, 2026
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NJDA Lobby Day: Six Hours, 120 Legislative Offices, and a Clear Message for Oral Health
Policymakers heard directly from dentists about the issues affecting patients and practices across New Jersey at NJDA Lobby Day in Trenton on Monday, May 18.
May 19, 2026
A case study in escalation: A restorative follow-up gets complicated
What began as a rather straightforward follow-up procedure quickly escalated into a patient’s complex request for a refund and access to their medical records. This case study demonstrates how the situation unfolded, where the breakdown in communication and protocols occurred and what the dentist should have done differently to prevent escalation. Read More
May 13, 2026
Alert: Notice Regarding Schedule II CDS Telemedicine Prescriptions for Certain Patients
The Division of Consumer Affairs (Division) issues this guidance to clarify the requirements governing the prescribing of Schedule II controlled dangerous substances via telemedicine or telehealth to certain patients.
May 13, 2026
Why NJDOL's Rulemaking Matters Beyond Labor Law
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development finalized its worker-classification rules this month. What role did NJDA play?
May 12, 2026
NJDOL Adopts Clear Rules on Worker Classification to Protect Workers’ Rights, Level the Playing Field for Businesses
The state of New Jersey has adopted new rules to provide New Jersey businesses with clarity regarding the statutory ABC test for determining whether a worker is an independent contractor or employee. The new rules will be operative on October 1, 2026.
May 7, 2026
Call for Interest: Speaker of the House of Delegates (Vacant Position)
The Board of Trustees is seeking applications of interest from the general membership for appointment to the position of Speaker of the House of Delegates.
May 2, 2026
Dr. Antoinette Tauk Installed as NJDA President
Dr. Antoinette Tauk, a general dentist in North Brunswick, was installed as the NJDA's 157th President at the House of Delegates meeting on May 2.
Apr 30, 2026
Coverage Isn't Access: What New Jersey Employers and Employees Should Know About Dental Benefits
Most New Jersey employer dental plans are governed by federal law that exempts them from state patient protections. Here is what that means for your business and your employees, plus practical guidance for getting more out of the coverage you already pay for.
