Mar 24, 2020
Emergency vs Non Emergency Dental Procedures as Defined by the ADA
This list from the ADA should be helpful in determining what is considered “emergency” versus “non emergency."
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Mar 24, 2020
COVID-19 Mandate for Dental Offices
Gov. Inslee signed an executive order prohibiting “non-urgent procedures that require medical and dental professionals to wear personal protective equipment.”
Mar 24, 2020
COVID Webinars & Other Resources
COVID Webinars, Teledentistry & Emergency Care Guidance, Delta Financial Support
Mar 24, 2020
Congress Passes Second Coronavirus Legislation Package, Now Working On Third
The House and Senate have passed legislation, the “Families First Coronavirus Response Act."
Mar 20, 2020
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day: Saturday, April 25
Dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs on Saturday, April 25 during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Mar 20, 2020
Delta Announces Member Dentist Support & Other Updates
Delta Dental of Washington announces member dentist COVID-19 financial support and other updates.
Mar 19, 2020
Social Distancing Affects the License Application Process
Information from the DOH Office of Health Professions regarding how social distancing is affecting the license application process.
Mar 13, 2020
PNDC 2020 Status Update - March 13
PNDC 2020 will take place as planned May 28-30 in Seattle.
Mar 10, 2020
Upcoming DQAC Cancellations
Due to ongoing concerns with COVID-19, the Department of Health has elected to reduce its number of in-person meetings.
Mar 10, 2020
WSDA Retro Is a Go!
WSDA Retro will launch on April 1. The deadline to enroll has been extended to Thursday, March 12 at noon.
Mar 5, 2020
Volunteer Opportunity with Everyone for Veterans
Everyone for Veterans, a non-profit organization founded by WSDA member Dr. Theresa Cheng, is looking for volunteer dentists to help provide free dental care to veterans.
Mar 4, 2020
Free & Low Cost Healthcare Online Search Tool
The Washington Healthcare Access Alliance (WHAA) recently updated its free and low cost clinic search tool.
Mar 2, 2020
Matters to Consider Before Forming a Dental Group Practice
WSDA News reached out to Emily R. Studebaker to discuss the legal considerations of starting a dental group practice in Washington.
Feb 28, 2020
The Future of Independent Practice? WSDA, ODA Join Forces to Explore Group Practice Formation
WSDA & ODA leaders are exploring how dentists in Washington and Oregon can create group dental practices. Read more in the WSDA News Winter 2020 cover story.
Feb 27, 2020
Infectious Diseases: 2019 Novel Coronavirus
The ADA has released an informational handout for dentists on the coronavirus disease, now named COVID-19.
Feb 24, 2020
Dr. Judson Werner Holds Give Kids A Smile Day
Dr. Judson Werner recently partnered with the Boys and Girls Club of Bellevue to host his office's annual Give Kids A Smile event.
Feb 24, 2020
A Message from OSAP Regarding Single-Use Disposable Facemasks
A message from the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) regarding CDC guidance for single-use disposable facemasks.
Feb 24, 2020
Upcoming DQAC Meetings
View details for several upcoming Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) meetings.
Feb 21, 2020
Loan Repayment Opportunities
Application deadlines are approaching for two loan repayment opportunities: the State Health Program & the National Health Service Corps (NHSC).
Feb 21, 2020
Dental Infection Control Committee Meeting - March 2
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Infection Control Committee webinar meeting on Monday, March 2.
Feb 20, 2020
Opioid Prescribing Rules Update
Earlier this month, the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) filed a rule making order to adopt new rules concerning opioid prescribing.
Feb 19, 2020
Sign Up for WSDA Retro by March 6
WSDA members who own dental practices can earn refunds on their workers' compensation premiums by enrolling in WSDA Retro by March 6.
Feb 19, 2020
Be a VIP at PNDC 2020
We are excited to offer a new benefit to Pacific Northwest Dental Conference attendees — the PNDC VIP Program!
Feb 18, 2020
Caring for Patients with Confirmed or Possible 2019-nCoV Infection
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers resources for healthcare professionals caring for patients with confirmed or possible 2019-nCoV Infection.
Feb 13, 2020
Dentist Opioid Prescribing Resources
New opioid prescribing checklists are now available on the DQAC website.
Feb 11, 2020
Fewer Businesses Impacted Under New B&O Tax
Businesses with an annual gross income of less than $1 million will not be subject to the increased tax rate.
Feb 11, 2020
Upcoming DQAC Meeting - Feb. 13
DQAC will hold its Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Thursday, Feb. 13.
Feb 7, 2020
An EFDA in the Office — What Does That Mean?
Is an expanded function dental auxiliary a good thing for your office? Learn more about EFDAs in this article provided by the Dental Quality Assurance Commission.
Feb 5, 2020
Free CE: Implants & Oral Medicine
Register today for upcoming WSDA Academy courses in February with Dr. Michael Johnson and March with Dr. Dolphine Oda.
Feb 3, 2020
Volunteer with Medical Teams International at Hope Festival 2020
Dentist volunteers are needed to staff a Medical Teams International mobile dental clinic at Hopefest 2020, held March 14 in Bellevue.
Jan 30, 2020
Introducing WSDA Retro
Joining WSDA Retro gives WSDA members the chance to receive refunds on workers’ compensation premiums they pay to Labor and Industries (L&I).
Jan 30, 2020
Free Online HIV/AIDS Training Available Through WSDA
WSDA has released an updated free HIV/AIDS online training course.
Jan 30, 2020
Reminder: Volunteer Feb. 13-16 at Seattle/King County Clinic
The Seattle/King County Clinic, taking place Feb. 13-16 at Seattle Center, is in need of dental volunteers.
Jan 28, 2020
Resources for Promoting Oral Health Care During Pregnancy
The National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center recently released an update regarding oral health care during pregnancy.
Jan 27, 2020
WSDA Academy: Implant History & Connecting Teeth to Implants
Members up to 9 years out of dental school can register for this free CE course on Saturday, Feb. 22 at the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle.
Jan 21, 2020
2020 Eastern Washington Medical-Dental Summit
Registration is open for the 2020 Eastern Washington Medical-Dental Summit, held March 6 in Pasco.
Jan 17, 2020
Tonight We Closed Our Hospital | Dr. Julie Kellogg
When gaps in care appear — the closing of a hospital, for example — we can step in and emerge as key leaders and innovators in the larger space of our healthcare system.
Jan 16, 2020
2016 WSDA Citizen of the Year Dr. Loree Bolin Named ADA Humanitarian Award Recipient
Congratulations to Dr. Loree Bolin, WSDA's 2016 Citizen of the Year, for receiving the ADA's 2020 Humanitarian Award.
Jan 12, 2020
Upcoming DQAC Meetings - Jan. 24
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a business meeting and Jurisprudence Examination Committee meeting on Friday, Jan. 24.
Jan 10, 2020
A Curious Future | Dr. Julie Kellogg
The world is poised to have four generations working side by side. How do we all navigate the communication and generational challenges that confront the modern workplace?
Jan 8, 2020
CE for Dentists at PNDC 2020
Earn up to 19 CE credits from sessions covering oral surgery, restorative dentistry, endodontics, pharmacology and much more!
Jan 8, 2020
Register for Dental Action Day by Friday
Join member dentists from across the state at Dental Action Day on Thursday, Jan. 23 in Olympia. Register by Friday, Jan. 10.
Jan 6, 2020
Upcoming DQAC Committee Meetings - Jan. 16 & 17
Review agendas for upcoming DQAC Dental Infection Control & Dental Anesthesia Committee meetings.
Jan 3, 2020
Walla Walla Valley Dental Society Legislator Meet & Greet
Join the Walla Walla Valley Dental Society on Thursday, Jan. 9 for a Legislator Meet & Greet in Walla Walla.
Jan 3, 2020
New Laws & Regulations Taking Effect Jan. 1, 2020
New laws and regulations taking effect include a B&O tax increase, minimum wage increase & the start of Paid Family and Medical Leave program employee benefit utilization.
Jan 3, 2020
Reminder: New Laws & Regulations Effective Jan. 1
New laws & regulations effective Jan. 1: B&O tax increase, minimum wage increase & start of PFML program employee benefit utilization.
Jan 2, 2020
Volunteer Feb. 13-16 at Seattle/King County Clinic
The Seattle/King County Clinic, taking place Feb. 13-16 at Seattle Center, is in need of dental volunteers.
Jan 2, 2020
Reminder: Register for Dental Action Day
Join member dentists from across the state on Thursday, Jan. 23 at Dental Action Day in Olympia. One profession, one voice!
Dec 31, 2019
WSDA Members Support Drug Take Back Days
Reducing prescriptions and encouraging proper disposal of unused medicines through national Drug Take Back Days will help address diversion issues and drug abuse.
Dec 26, 2019
ABCs of Credit Card Processing
Learn more about the basics of credit card processing from Best Card, a WSDA endorsed company.
