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.

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Apr 11, 2018

Attention Medicaid Providers: The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) recently published updates to the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD), Dental-Related Services Program, and Orthodontic Services Billing Guides.

Apr 11, 2018

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) recently sent a provider alert regarding changes to prior authorization requests for photographs and radiographs (x-rays).

Apr 09, 2018

Please provide comments to the Washington State Department of Health regarding draft opioid prescribing rules by Friday, April 13.

Mar 30, 2018

You know the value of membership—now earn rewards for sharing it with others! ​You can attend the 2018 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference for free and earn up to $500 in gift cards from the ADA for recruiting eligible non-member dentists to membership.

Mar 29, 2018

On March 26, the American Dental Association announced a new interim policy on opioids that supports prescription limits and mandatory continuing education for dentists.

Mar 28, 2018

Don't miss your opportunity to learn, network and interact with peers and mentors specializing in a wide range of fields dedicated to promoting oral health and well-being for people with special needs at the Special Care Dentistry Association's 30th Annual Meeting, April 27-29 in Seattle.

Mar 27, 2018

Join thousands of dental professionals June 21-23 at PNDC 2018, Washington's largest dental conference. Featuring dozens of dental speakers from across the country, PNDC lets you earn up to 20 CE credits in three days.

Mar 27, 2018

WSDA members pay just $175-$275 (at the Early Bird rate) to attend the Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 21-23 in Bellevue. Have you taken advantage of your benefit?

Mar 21, 2018

Stay up to date on dental rules, both proposed and in progress, regarding CE requirements, dentist suicide prevention education, infection control, dental anesthesia, delegation to dental hygienists under general supervision, and specialty recognition.