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National Dental Association

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The National Dental Association (NDA) is an American organization founded in 1932 by African American dentists who faced racial discrimination and were excluded from other dental societies. Its primary purpose was to represent ethnic minorities within the dental profession in the United States. While the American Dental Association (ADA) now permits membership regardless of race, the NDA continues to exist. The ADA, founded in 1859, focuses on promoting good dental health and accredits training for dental professionals. The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA), established in 1923, advocates for dental hygiene and universal access to oral healthcare.123

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