▶️ The Path Forward for Dentistry [VIDEO]

We’re joined by ADA President Dr. Brett Kessler and ADA President-elect Dr. Richard Rosato to talk about key issues that are shaping the future of dentistry. Drs. Kessler and Rosato laid out their vision in a recent issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA) and share more, plus they talk about what they’re hearing from ADA members around the country. Special Guest: ADA President, Dr. Brett Kessler, and ADA President-elect, Dr. Richard Rosato. For more information, show notes and transcripts visit https://www.ada.org/publications/dental-sound-bites Time Stamps: [00:02:11]: Introduction Dr. Brett Kessler and Dr. Richard Rosato [00:05:00]: Signifiance of the JADA Editorial [00:07:34]: Dr. Kessler and Dr. Rosato discuss the most common questions they receive from ADA members [00:10:31]: Importance of improving oral health literacy among the public and legislators [00:14:23]: Dr. Rosato shares his vision for "Dentistry 2050," focusing on advocacy, innovation, and thought leadership to shape the future of the profession [00:30:05]: Navigating the current volatile political environment and finding opportunities to align with the administration's priorities [00:34:41]: The upcoming Oral Systemic Summit in Chicago and how ADA members can get involved and stay informed Resources • Read the guest editorial from Dr. Kessler and Dr. Rosato on the Journal of American Dental Association (JADA). • Read Dr. Kessler’s editorial in the Washington Post, America’s well-being depends on oral health (https://www.washingtonpost.com/creativegroup/american-dental-association/americas-well-being-depends-on-oral-health/). • Read the latest issue of JADA (https://jada.ada.org/). • Join the conversation and be a champion for overall health. Register to attend the ADA’s symposium on Dentistry’s Role in Complete Health 2025 (https://www.ada.org/education/continuing-education/ada-ce-live-workshops/dentistrys-role-in-complete-health). • Learn more about advocacy and how you can join the ADA, America’s leading oral health advocate, in fighting for what matters to you and your patients (https://www.ada.org/advocacy). • Connect with Dr. Kessler on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-brett-kessler-a390591/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/brettkesslerDDS/videos/?_rdr), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bikodds/), his website (https://bikodds.com/), or email at kesslerb@ada.org. • Connect with Dr. Rosato on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjrosatodmd/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/737014557971550), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/docrosato/), or email at rosator@ada.org. ___________ “Dental Sound Bites” is an ADA podcast created for dentists, by dentists. Join our hosts, representing different paths in their careers, for real talk on dentistry’s daily wins and sticky situations. Tune in to benefit from the wisdom of your peers and share some laughs along the way. Come for the camaraderie, stay for insightful discussions with leading experts from our industry and beyond. Visit us at ADA.org/podcast https://www.ada.org/publications/dental-sound-bites The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the American Dental Association ___________ Subscribe to “Dental Sound Bites” on your favorite podcast app Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dental-sound-bites/id1643756351 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5j4cqlu1dgYHBP8pVADbj3?si=9b287cba90a34b8b&nd=1 iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-sound-bites-101789148/?cmp=ios_share&sc=ios_social_share&pr=false&autoplay=true You can also listen on the ADA Member App and enjoy exclusive bonus content https://www.ada.org/ada-member-app ___________ Try ADA today! Join us at https://www.ada.org/join-the-ada Renew your ADA membership at https://www.ada.org/join-the-ada/renew-ada-membership ___________ Come say, “Hi!” on social ADA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanDentalAssociation ADA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americandentalassociation/channel/?hl=en Dr. ArNelle Wright on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailydentist/?hl=en