Dental Benefits Reform Bill Passes

On Monday, May 12, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed WSDA’s dental benefits reform legislation, Senate Bill 5351, into law. A win for dentists and patients, Senate Bill 5351 makes meaningful progress on several major dental benefits policy issues.

ComplyBetter: Dental Compliance Solution from WSDA

Available now! Easily stay compliant with HIPAA, OSHA/WISHA, infection control requirements and more with ComplyBetter — the new online, on-demand dental compliance tool from WSDA.

WSDA News | Issue 2, 2025

Featuring cover story "Avoiding Burnout: Managing the Stresses of the Dental Profession." Plus, Dr. Mark Egbert reflects on his years of service and leadership with the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and other news.

Washington State Dental Association

The Washington State Dental Association (WSDA) is the voice of dentistry in Washington. With over 4,000 member dentists, WSDA is dedicated to empowering members to advocate for and provide the highest quality oral health care.

Latest News

Apr 04, 2024

Having two dentists in the Legislature would help WSDA advance its advocacy efforts, including work on dental benefit reforms and addressing workforce shortages. Read more about two dentists running for election/re-election in 2024 and the importance of dentists serving in Olympia.

Apr 03, 2024

Share your dental workforce challenges through the Spring 2024 WA Health Sentinel Survey. Survey results will be shared with key policymakers and other stakeholders to inform the policy development and funding decisions impacting our vital health workforce.

Mar 13, 2024

425 Dental, in partnership with the University of Washington School of Dentistry and PMI Dental Hygiene Program, is happy to bring you 425 Smiles – a FREE dental clinic event on Saturday, April 6, 2024 for those who have a difficult time affording routine dental care.

Mar 06, 2024

Join the PNDC dental community, friends, and family for a wonderful night at the ballpark after a day of CE on Friday, May 10 as the Seattle Mariners take on the Oakland Athletics at T-Mobile Park.