Oct 16, 2025
The Association is honored to announce the late Dr. Kim Nordberg as WSDA's 2025 Citizen of the Year.
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Do NOT participate in the DDWA annual member meeting until the company changes its anticompetitive out-of-network policy. This includes NOT submitting your proxy to DDWA.
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The Washington State Dental Association (WSDA) is the voice of dentistry in Washington. With over 4,000 member dentists, WSDA is dedicated to being the leader in advocacy and support for dentists pursuing excellence.Latest News
Oct 14, 2025
In response to increasing reports of downcoding by third-party payers, the American Dental Association is ready to support states and dental providers in addressing the practice and preventing it from becoming a universal policy.
Oct 14, 2025
“I’m blessed to be in this position. I wake up every morning and I’m excited to come to campus.” Dean Foti Panagakos is leading the launch of the new School of Dental Medicine at PNW University of Health Sciences.
Oct 06, 2025
“Helping people is why I was put on Earth,” said Egbert, who will serve as WSDA’s next president. “It is why I became a dentist and why I spend so much of my time volunteering on behalf of dentists.”
Oct 06, 2025
CDT 2026 boasts 60 code changes, including 31 additions. The codes cover testing for a cracked tooth, scaling and debridement for the treatment of an implant with peri-implantitis, and more.
Oct 06, 2025
A federal district court ruled Sept. 22 that it’s denying a group of dentists’ motion to certify an antitrust case against Delta Dental as a class action.
Oct 01, 2025
WSDA calls on all dentists to NOT participate in any DDWA annual member meeting until the company changes its anticompetitive out-of-network policy.
Sep 23, 2025
Fraudulent emails stated membership would be suspended if payment information was not updated.
Sep 19, 2025
"I came for the cause and stayed for the people." Dr. Chris Dorow reflects on his year as WSDA President.
Sep 17, 2025
With today's competitive lending market, you might qualify for better terms than when you first borrowed. Contact Bank of America - a WSDA preferred lender - to discuss your options.
Sep 17, 2025
WSDA calls on all dentists to NOT participate in any DDWA annual member meeting until the company changes its anticompetitive out-of-network policy.
Sep 16, 2025
During the 2025 legislative session, WSDA successfully passed Senate Bill 5351, which made meaningful progress on several important dental benefits reform issues. In 2026, WSDA will continue to propose additional dental benefits reforms to enhance dentists’ ability to care for their patients.
Sep 08, 2025
ComplyBetter is saving offices significant money and time on managing HIPAA, OSHA/WISHA, infection control compliance and more. Start your 12-month ComplyBetter membership by September 30 to get discounted Early Adopter pricing for your first year.
Sep 04, 2025
WSDA is proud to announce the release of the WSDA Student Loan Resource Guide, a comprehensive hub designed to support our dental community in navigating the complexities of student loan repayment.
Sep 04, 2025
WSDA is now accepting applications for the New & Emerging Speaker Series at PNDC 2026, May 28-30 in Seattle. Apply by Wednesday, October 8.
Sep 04, 2025
WSDA is proud to announce the release of the WSDA Wellness Resource Guide, a comprehensive hub designed to support the well-being of our dental community and foster a culture of wellness across the Association.
Aug 27, 2025
This updated name reflects the benefit’s evolution and WSDA’s continued focus on delivering strategic, high-impact support to dental practices navigating Washington’s Labor & Industries (L&I) workers’ compensation system.
Aug 26, 2025
In an effort to support the mental well-being of all dental professionals, the American Dental Association is expanding free access to the Well-Being Index to dental team members and nonmember dentists.
