The January 2026 Dental Bytes newsletter highlights infection control best practices, ADA dental economy updates, HIPAA enforcement actions, and seasonal preparedness tips for dental professionals.
Dental Bytes – March 2026
Dental Bytes – March 2026
Part of our Dental Bytes monthly newsletter series—bringing timely dental compliance, infection control, and industry updates to dental practices.
Dental Bytes is our monthly e-newsletter created for dental professionals. Each issue shares timely information related to dental regulatory compliance, infection control, and other developments affecting the profession, along with articles and resources from recognized government and professional sources.
In our March 2026 issue, we highlighted several topics that may be useful to dental practices and dental healthcare personnel.
Featured Articles in This Issue
World Oral Health Day 2026 – March 20th
On March 20, 2026, dental healthcare professionals around the world recognized World Oral Health Day, a global awareness campaign led by the FDI World Dental Federation. The campaign focuses on advancing oral health awareness and reinforcing the importance of oral health for overall well-being.
HHS-OCR Settles HIPAA Security Rule Investigation
In mid-February 2026, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights entered into a settlement agreement with a substance use disorder treatment provider following a breach of protected health information resulting from a phishing attack. The case serves as a reminder that healthcare organizations should continue reviewing cybersecurity safeguards, staff training, and HIPAA-related policies and procedures.
ADS Annual Conference to Be Held May 27–29 in Salt Lake City
The Association for Dental Safety (ADS), previously the Organization for Safety, Asepsis, and Prevention (OSAP), announced its annual conference for May 27–29 in Salt Lake City. ADS is focused on helping dental professionals operationalize infection control and safety laws, regulations, guidelines, standards, and best practices to help ensure every dental visit is a safe visit.
HHS and USDA Release Updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture released the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030. The update emphasizes nutrient-dense foods and reducing highly processed foods and added sugars, reflecting current federal nutrition guidance.
ADA Seeks Volunteers to Map Oral Health 2050 Initiative
The American Dental Association announced a strategic initiative focused on helping shape the future of dentistry and invited volunteers to participate in panels covering artificial intelligence and technology, wellness, payment models, and delivery of care.
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