Regulatory Updates

3Shape’s Dx software gets FDA nod

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

3Shape’s Dx software is now available in the U.S.

May 1, 2026

CMS proposes prior authorization rule with dental implications

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposed rule would extend electronic prior authorization standards to dental transactions.

May 1, 2026

ADA coalition pushes back on CMS adult dental coverage rollback

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The ADA-led Organized Dentistry Coalition is urging CMS not to reinstate a ban on adult dental coverage as an essential health benefit.

April 28, 2026

3D Systems gets OK on jetted dentures

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The company’s EU medical device regulation approval allows for a phased introduction of its dental products across Europe.

March 31, 2026

Orca Dental AI's 3D imaging gets FDA nod

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

CephX is the only orthodontic AI diagnostic support company with FDA clearance for both 2D and 3D imaging, according to Orca Dental.

March 30, 2026

The Interstate Dental & Dental Hygiene Compact gains another state

By Kevin Henry

Mississippi is the second state to join the Interstate Dentist & Dental Hygienist Compact.

March 30, 2026

Dentsply Sirona, Siemens dental MRI gets FDA nod

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

MAGNETOM Free.Max Dental Edition magnetic resonance (MRI) system has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

March 9, 2026

Bill calls for banning AI from giving dental, medical advice

By Melissa Busch

A New York bill is striking back against AI impersonating doctors and dentists online.

March 9, 2026

DentScribe gets allowance notice for 1st U.S. patent

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

DentScribe received a notice of allowance from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for its patent on automating dental notes.

March 5, 2026

IHS to cease using mercury amalgam

By Karie Neeley Anderson

The U.S. Indian Health Service is phasing out mercury amalgam by 2027, swapping it with heavy metal-free materials.

February 16, 2026

How buprenorphine law changes may affect dentistry

By Melissa Busch

With recent legislation and other developments, dentists should know the critical implications for patients taking buprenorphine, according to a new commentary.

February 13, 2026

Carestream manufacturing site gets clean inspection

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Carestream Dental’s manufacturing facility in France passed its recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration inspection.

January 29, 2026

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