ADA Seal of Acceptance

The American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance has been an important symbol of a dental product’s safety and effectiveness since 1930.

For more than 125 years, the ADA has sought to promote the safety and effectiveness of dental products. In 1984, President Ronald Reagan gave the association a certificate of commendation for the outstanding self-regulatory efforts of its Seal program.

Americans recognize the ADA Seal of Acceptance as the gold standard for safe and effective dental products, including toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash and chewing gum. Families trust the ADA to research and test the scientific claims of consumer dental products.

Look for the ADA Seal of Acceptance on more than 300 consumer products that have passed the rigorous screening process. MORE>>

Mission of Mercy another smiling success

The WDA and WDA Foundation wrapped up their second Mission of Mercy by delivering smiles to 2,038 children and adults – exceeding its pre-event goal of 2,000 patients. The event was held at Sheboygan North High School in Sheboygan, Wis. where the school’s field house was transformed into a large-scale dental facility for two days.

The first patients were in line about 18 hours before the doors opened at 6 a.m. on Friday, June 25. The last patient was admitted at 1 p.m. on Saturday with the clinic floor closing around 5:30 p.m. both days.

Mission of Mercy helps individuals who are unable to see a dentist due to financial, transportation or other challenges.

Some 950 volunteers, including 180 dentists, 120 hygienists and about 160 Marquette University School of Dentistry students, were involved in the setup, two treatment days and cleanup of this large-scale oral health care event in Wisconsin.