ADA Rewards World Elite Mastercard Launched


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new collaboration between the ADA and Academy for Sports Dentistry (ASD) aims to enhance the visibility of sports dentistry


within the broader dental community. Over the coming months, members of both organizations can expect updates on the collabo- ration, including the development of a sports dentistry CE course supported by ASD for the ADA CE catalog in 2026. The academy also offers certification courses for all dentists through its website. Future initiatives will include developing an ADA sports dentistry ambassa- dor group to reinforce the specialty of sports dentistry among general practice dentists and exploring ways to reach dental students about sports dentistry. Read more at bit.ly/3YFOEoB.


families. The ADA Rewards World Elite Mastercard is designed for consumers and small businesses. All cardholders will earn 1.5 bonus points per $1 spent on all purchases and 5 points on ADA, state dental society and select ADA Member Advantage-endorsed product purchases. Consumer cardholders will receive 2 points on gas and groceries and 3 points on all travel purchases, including airlines, hotels, rental cars and more. Business cardholders will also continue to earn 2 points on all dental supplies.


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In addition to earning points, cardholders will have access to World Elite Mastercard benefits, including access to exclusive offers with select merchants, World Elite Concierge services and Mastercard’s Priceless Experiences. The card will also be enabled with advanced security features, including Mastercard ID Theft Protection, Zero Liability Protection and Global Services for emergency assistance.


“The new ADA Member Advantage credit card program is designed to enhance member value through improvements to the bonus points program as well as the extensive list of cardholder benefits our members have access to as Mastercard World Elite cardholders,” said Tony Frankos, chief portfolio officer for ADA Member Advan- tage. “We conducted a thorough search for a new provider that would offer quality financial services, in addition to exciting rewards and benefits to our members.”


The new credit card program replaces the previous U.S. Bank Visa program. Existing ADA business and consumer cardholders were provided with new credit cards. All account information and exist- ing bonus points will be available on the ADA Rewards World Elite Mastercard platform upon account activation. ADA members and their staff and families who do not have an existing ADA credit card can apply at adamastercard.com to receive special introductory bonus point offers. Learn more about the ADA Rewards World Elite Mastercard program at adamemberadvantage.com.


DA Member Advantage, the endorsement program for members of the American Dental Association, has launched a new credit card for members as well as their staff and


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he MDAF Dental Scholarship Program applications are now open! Applications must be received via email (or postmarked if mailing) by Friday, February 20. Winners will be notified no later than March 31. We will award up to six $5,000 scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year. They are competi- tive and will be based upon a matrix of leadership, future vision and scholarly achievement. The winners will be selected from all eligible applicants. Eligibility requirements include: Students must be entering their 3rd or 4th year of dental school in fall 2026; Stu- dents must be graduates of a Missouri high school and must have been a resident of Missouri for a minimum of five years; Applicants should intend to practice in Missouri after graduation; and, Previous MDA Foundation Scholarship recipients are ineligible for a second scholarship. The scholarship program is an initiative of the MDA Foundation in cooperation with the Missouri Dental Association. For questions, contact Paul Roberts.


Been Waiting to Take an Alaskan Cruise? Now Is the Time!


for a 7-night cruise in an Ocean View Balcony stateroom when you book through Avid Traveling by February 3. Looking for a CE opportu- nity? The Alaska Dental Society Annual Meeting takes place in Seward, May 22-23. Stay a couple of days post cruise to take advantage of CE, networking and fun. Info at avidtraveling.com/ADSMay2026AK.


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oin your fellow dentists on the Ovation of the Seas May 15-22, 2026. Special ADA member group rates available starting at $3,730


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