Dr. Frank Catalanotto Received American Dental Therapy Association’s Advocacy and Policy Award

Frank Catalanotto, D.M.D., received the American Dental Therapy Associations (ADTA) Advocacy and Policy Award. Dr. Catalanotto, a past ADEA president, was honored at the 2026 ADTA Annual Conference in Detroit, MI.

This award recognized him for leadership and dedication to advancing public policy, legislation and advocacy efforts that strengthen the dental therapy profession and promote oral health equity.  

In its fourth year, the ADTA Annual Conference brought dental therapists, educators, researchers, students, policymakers and oral health advocates from across the country for three days of learning, collaboration and inspiration.

Published on September 9, 2026