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Jan 21, 2021

Dr. Joe Vaughn: It’s What’s Inside That Matters

"Training matters. Competence certainly matters. But I’d argue that what matters even more is your integrity. It’s what drives you to be better, to do the right thing and treat people well."

Jan 14, 2021

Make Your 1A Vaccine Appointment ASAP

DOH and WSDA urge health care workers currently eligible in Phase 1A, which includes all dental office employees, to make their vaccine appointment ASAP to ensure prioritization before those in Phase 1B become eligible.

Jan 11, 2021

Congress Passes COVID-19 Relief

After thousands of grassroots emails from ADA members, as well as extensive lobbying from the ADA’s Government Affairs team, Congress has passed an end of the year package.

Jan 7, 2021

Reminder: Minimum Wage Increase

As of Jan. 1, 2021 the state minimum wage is $13.69 an hour, up from $13.50 an hour in 2020. The increase in minimum wage impacts salary thresholds for overtime exempt employees.

Jan 4, 2021

Complete the HPSA Survey

If you practice as a general dental practitioner or pediatric dentist, please take the Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) survey.

Dec 30, 2020

Vaccine Update: Dental Team Included in Phase 1A, Tier 2

Today, state authorities updated Phase 1A of Washington's COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation Guidance, adding a second tier to 1A that allows for the vaccination of all workers in health care settings, including the dental team.

Dec 17, 2020

How COVID-19 is Reshaping Dentistry

To learn more about how the COVID-19 pandemic is reshaping the future of dentistry, WSDA News asked four experts — Drs. Gordon Christensen, Gary Chiodo, Beatrice Gandara and John Kois — for their take on where things are headed.

Dec 15, 2020

A Good Time to Consider Disability and Life Insurance

The best way to protect yourself, your family and your practice is to make sure your insurance policies have the full protection you need. Learn more from Washington Dentists’ Insurance Agency (WDIA).

Dec 14, 2020

COVID-19 Vaccination Update

An update regarding vaccine prioritization for dentists and dental staff in Washington state.

Dec 10, 2020

ADA Releases 2020 Dental Fee Survey Results

The ADA’s 2020 Survey of Dental Fees, which provides a national-level snapshot detailing fees charged for more than 250 of the most common dental treatments, is available for free to members.

Dec 3, 2020

Join Our PPE Group Purchasing Order

WSDA is offering members a second opportunity to purchase high quality PPE as a group. Interested members must fill out a pre-order form by Monday, Dec. 7.

Nov 30, 2020

Governor Inslee Updates Health Care COVID Proclamation

Proclamation 20-24.2 does not enact any additional restriction or limitation on the delivery of dental care or health care more broadly. Instead, the Governor’s Office is empowering health care providers to self-regulate capacity for care based upon parameters outlined in the proclamation. A detailed summary can be found here.

Nov 30, 2020

Incorrect Media Coverage of Updated COVID Proclamation

Last week, several media outlets incorrectly reported that non-urgent medical and dental procedures are suspended beginning Dec. 3. WSDA would like to assure providers and patients that these reports are incorrect.

Nov 25, 2020

Dr. Stephen Lee: Organized Dentistry Working for Us

"From top to bottom, organized dentistry has worked together for its members during this pandemic. If you have ever questioned the value of your association dues, this year should have proven to all dentists that it’s money well spent."