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At the recent House of Delegates meeting, MDS and ADA leaders spoke, officers were sworn in, resolutions were voted on, and 50-year practitioners & Foundation donors were recognized.

The Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) Foundation recently awarded over $20,000 in Access to Care grants to four organizations serving the oral health needs of Massachusetts residents.

The spring edition of the Journal of the Massachusetts Dental Society is out. This issue features an examination of the use of artificial intelligence as an educational tool, as well as other timely articles.

Therefore, beginning with the fall 2026 issue, the Journal will only be available digitally.

MDS Ambassadors are volunteer champions who help raise awareness about the Society, welcome new members, and connect with existing members. Apply today, before the June 24, 2026, deadline.

The MDS Foundation, the charitable arm of the Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS), recently awarded over $20,000 in grants to four organizations serving the oral health needs of Massachusetts residents.

In the FY27 budget process, the Massachusetts Senate and House of Representatives have proposed increasing the annual MassHealth dental benefit cap for adults, from the governor’s proposed $1,000 to $1,750.

MDS President Dr. Steven D. Spitz shares his experience as a dentist to the animals! He is a volunteer for Zoo New England, which operates the Franklin Park Zoo in Boston and the Stone Zoo in Stoneham.

You asked, and the American Dental Association (ADA) answered. Does water fluoridation present unusual safety concerns for water facility operators? This is the latest edition in the ADA’s “Fluoridation Facts” series.

We’re calling MDS members to ask them to reach out to their legislators regarding the Mid-Level Provider bill (H.4869/S.2854). The bill, which the MDS opposes, has advanced in the legislative process.