"It is an extremely busy year of service, but also it is very rewarding and a rich life experience." Dr. Mark Egbert reflects on his years of service and leadership with the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

A national conversation surrounding the efficacy of fluoride and community water fluoridation prompted ADA leaders to re-emphasize the need for insurance groups to cover preventive services for patients.

The ADA is commenting on competition in the dental insurance market, applauding the Department of Justice’s renewed focus on competition in health care and offering its perspective on how historically limited competition in dental insurance harms patients and dental professionals.

Thank you to the more than 4,600 attendees who joined us for the 2025 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference last month — you made this year's event a success! Mark your calendars today for more high-quality continuing dental education, dental exhibits and more as PNDC 2026 returns May 28-30 to Summit - Seattle Convention Center.

Beginning July 1, 2025, Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA) will include expanded protections beyond gender to cover additional protected classes. Dentists who employ staff should review and update their hiring, pay, and advancement practices to ensure compliance with the updated EPOA rules. WSDA has created a compliance checklist resource for members.

It’s not too late to receive a membership discount and save on professional liability insurance at the same time! Eligible dentists who purchase MedPro professional liability insurance through WSDA company Washington Dentists’ Insurance Agency (WDIA) receive $250 off 2025 WSDA membership and a 10% premium discount.

The last thing a dental practice owner needs is the added cost, stress and administrative burden of managing an L&I workers' compensation claim if an employee is injured on the job. That’s where WSDA comes in with a free member benefit offering expert oversight and proactive management of L&I claims, all at no cost to members!

New in 2025, members could go above and beyond to champion advocacy efforts with generous extra support for the Association. WSDA would like to thank our 2025 Advocacy Champions for their extra support during the successful first phase of our ongoing campaign for dental benefits reform!

WSDA and ADA leadership positions will be up for election at the 2025 WSDA House of Delegates, held September 25-27 in Tacoma. Apply by June 27.

Immediately train new hires on HIPAA, OSHA/WISHA, infection control and other required compliance topics all in one online tool with ComplyBetter, the new dental compliance service from WSDA.

Dentists impacted by disasters in other states receive a boost from WSDA.

Gold hit another world record high in April! Refine your precious scrap metals now.

There’s no doubt the practice — and management — of dentistry can escalate stress and anxiety levels. Managing that pressure is important to the health and well-being of individual dentists, as well as the future of the profession.

"Overwhelming bipartisan support is a testament to the power of our collective voice. Sincere thanks to all of you who helped make that voice heard!"

Please be aware of a scam that continues to target Washington health care providers.

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.

Dentists need quality insurance coverage. Protect your livelihood and your practice. Invest in policies that support your profession. Visit WDIA at Booth #115.

Delta Dental of Washington is on a mission to improve oral health for all, together. Visit DDWA at Booth #416.