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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."

Nov 23, 2020

WSDA Member Featured on KING 5

WSDA member Dr. Bradley Jonnes was recently featured on KING 5 talking about the safety and importance of routine dental care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nov 17, 2020

New Infection Control Training Update

On Oct. 23, DQAC adopted new dental infection control rules. Learn more about new training requirements and WSDA's recommendation for members.

Nov 16, 2020

New Restrictions Don’t Limit Dental Care

WSDA has received direct confirmation from the Governor’s Office that the restrictions announced today do NOT place any new limits on dental care or health care delivery more broadly.

Nov 16, 2020

Delta Members Approve Amendments

We did it! Delta members voted to approve amendments to the Delta Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation during the Delta Annual Member Meeting on Friday, Nov. 13.

Nov 11, 2020

WDS/Delta Proxy Deadline: Friday at 2 PM

Delta member dentists, hurry! Time is running out to submit your proxy ballot for the Nov. 13 Delta Annual Member Meeting. Submit by Friday, Nov. 13 at 2 PM.

Nov 11, 2020

Volunteer or Donate to Support Everyone for Veterans

See donation and volunteer opportunities to support Everyone for Veterans, an organization founded by WSDA member Dr. Theresa Cheng to connect veterans to dental care and other services in their communities.

Nov 11, 2020

Volunteer with Everyone For Veterans

Want to help connect veterans in your community with dental care? Consider volunteering with Everyone for Veterans, an organization founded by WSDA member Dr. Theresa Cheng.

Nov 9, 2020

Why It's Important to Complete Your WDS/Delta Proxy

Delta Member Dentists: Lock in your governance rights and help secure a transformational victory for patients and dentists in Washington by completing your proxy before the Delta Annual Member Meeting this Friday.

Nov 5, 2020

Last Week to Complete WDS/Delta Proxy

There is only one week left to ​complete your WDS/Delta proxy — join nearly 2,000 Delta member dentists who have already voted by completing your proxy today.