News Items

Dec 13, 2018

Register for Dental Action Day by Jan. 21

Dental Action Day 2019 will be held on Thursday, January 31. Register by Monday, January 21!

Dec 12, 2018

Action for Dental Health Act is Now Law

The Action for Dental Health Act, legislation aimed at improving oral health and access to oral health care, is now law.

Dec 11, 2018

Members-Only Holiday Deals from Lenovo

Members can save up to 44% on laptops, smart home displays and more this holiday season through Lenovo.

Dec 10, 2018

ADA 10 Under 10 Award

The ADA 10 Under 10 Award recognizes ten new dentists for excellence in science, research and education, practice excellence, philanthropy, leadership, advocacy and more. Nominate a new dentist by December 31!

Dec 7, 2018

Proposed Changes to Overtime Eligibility

The Department of Labor and Industries has proposed new changes to overtime eligibility. Submit comments on the pre-draft proposed rule by December 14.

Dec 6, 2018

Give the Gift of Dental Health

Support the WSDA Foundation this holiday season.

Dec 4, 2018

Delta Special Meeting Certified Results

Certified results have been released and we are pleased to report that the bylaw amendments and resolution officially passed with nearly 96% of the vote.

Dec 4, 2018

DQAC Rules Needing Comment

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is considering rule changes that could have a significant impact on your practice.

Dec 3, 2018

Paid Sick Leave vs. Paid Family & Medical Leave: What's the Difference?

Learn the difference between Washington's Paid Sick Leave and Paid Family and Medical Leave programs.

Dec 2, 2018

Renew Your Membership by Jan. 1

Please renew your ADA, WSDA and local dental society membership for 2019 by January 1.

Nov 29, 2018

WSDA-Introduced Dental Benefits Resolution Passes at ADA House of Delegates

The ADA House of Delegates approved a resolution, introduced by the WSDA, relating to dental benefits that seeks to “minimize interference of dental benefit carriers into the doctor-patient relationship.”

Nov 20, 2018

Reminder: Dec. 7 Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing on Friday, December 7, 2018. Written comments will be accepted through November 30, 2018.

Nov 19, 2018

Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing - Dec. 7

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing on Friday, December 7, 2018. Written comments will be accepted through November 30, 2018.

Nov 16, 2018

Additional Complaint Filed Against Corporate Dental Chain

The WSDA has filed a complaint with the Washington State Department of Health, alleging dental clinics operated by Lone Peak Management Group, LLC (Lone Peak) are engaging in dangerous and deceptive practices.

Nov 16, 2018

Delta Special Meeting Results

Thank you to the hundreds of member dentists from around the state who attended the Delta Special Meeting yesterday afternoon and the hundreds more who voted by proxy! Preliminary results indicate the bylaw amendments passed with 95% of the vote.

Nov 13, 2018

Delta Special Meeting: How to Vote If You Didn't Get a Proxy Ballot

Don't have your proxy ballot or having difficulty replacing it? Download a blank proxy ballot here.

Nov 13, 2018

Reminder: Apply for the WSDA Leadership Institute by Nov. 30

Are you looking for more ways to get involved in organized dentistry? Apply to join the WSDA Leadership Institute! Applications are due November 30.

Nov 8, 2018

DQAC Seeking Stakeholder Comments

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is seeking stakeholder comments on proposed rules regarding delegation to dental hygienists under general supervision and dental infection control.