ADPAC Resources  

What's ADPAC Doing for You and Your Future Practice? 

ADPAC Frequently Asked Questions  

ADPAC Student Membership Form 

Five Easy Steps to Hosting an ADPAC Lunch and Learn and ADPAC Drive 

ADPAC Lunch and Learn Reimbursement Form 

ADPAC Powerpoint Template 

ADPAC Drive Results Sheet 

What is ADPAC?  

ADPAC stands for the American Dental Political Action Committee. With offices located in Washington, D.C., it is the bipartisan legislative arm of the American Dental Association, giving a political voice to thousands of dental students and dentists who care deeply about their patients and their profession. 

What does ADPAC do?  

The sole purpose of ADPAC is to elect congressional candidates of all political affiliations who understand the importance of dentistry and are committed to improving the nation’s oral health. ADPAC supports members and potential members of Congress who favor such legislative issues as improving access to care, increasing student loan interest deductions and expanding community dental health programs. Across the country, grassroots dentists work to establish and maintain meaningful relationships with their members of Congress. Combining resources via ADPAC gives you the chance to have an impact on political forces affecting your professional lives.

Why is it important that I become an ADPAC member as a student?  

What is happening on Capitol Hill today will affect how you practice dentistry in the future. Legislation can affect where we practice, who compensates us, what materials we use and how we will practice. In the words of Dr. Jeff Parrish, former ADPAC chairman, "our political involvement is as critical as any continuing education we might take." Joining ADPAC demonstrates that you know the importance ADPAC plays in the future of our profession. This is the best investment we could possibly make in ourselves and our future!

How much does it cost to join ADPAC?  

A student membership in ADPAC costs only $5 (compared to $49 for regular dentist membership). Students can join ADPAC’s Capital Club for only $50 (a $200 value). Joining at this level demonstrates that you realize the importance of what ADPAC does for you and your profession and that you are willing to commit at a higher level. Your spouse may join as well! A student membership including spouse is only $7.50 and a Student Capital Club membership including spouse is $75.

How do I join ADPAC?  

Contact Ross Isbell, ADPAC student director, or another LGN member to get signed up

How can I help increase awareness of dental political advocacy at my school?  

Organize an ADPAC Lunch & Learn and ADPAC drive at your school! The school with the largest yearly ADPAC membership wins an award. Contact an LGN leader from the Leadership Directory to get more information on how to get started.