News Items

Oct 23, 2018

Patients, Dentists Can Report to FDA Issues with Direct to Consumer Dentistry Devices

Patients and dentists can report issues with medical devices to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, including any problems they have had with devices related to direct to consumer, or DTC, dental laboratory products.

Oct 22, 2018

Dr. Linda Edgar Installed as American Dental Association Trustee

Congratulations to WSDA Board member Dr. Linda Edgar, who was installed as a trustee of the American Dental Association during ADA 2018 in Honolulu.

Oct 18, 2018

Reminder: CE Rule Changes Start Jan. 1, 2019

Major changes to Washington’s dental continuing education requirements take effect on January 1, 2019. Review a summary of the changes from the Washington State Department of Health.

Oct 18, 2018

Public-private Safe Prescribing Initiative Results in Significant Reductions of Medicaid Opioid Prescriptions

A public-private safe prescribing initiative launched in late 2017, called Better Prescribing, Better Treatment, has resulted in significant reductions in Apple Health (Medicaid) opioid prescriptions in less than a year.

Oct 18, 2018

We Need You at the Delta Special Meeting

All WDS/Delta member dentists are encouraged to attend the WDS Special Meeting on Thursday, November 15 at 3 PM at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport. Can't attend? Learn how to fill out your proxy ballot in support of proposed bylaw amendments.

Oct 17, 2018

Crown Denials Can be Appealed with Help from ADA

Numerous dentists have lodged complaints with the ADA Center for Dental Benefits, Coding and Quality and its staff after third-party payers denied claims for crown procedures.

Oct 17, 2018

Delta Special Meeting Proxy Ballot Update

Please read for an update to the special meeting proxy ballot process.

Oct 16, 2018

Incorrect CE Information on License Renewal Notices

Please be aware of incorrect CE information appearing on license renewal notices from the Department of Health.

Oct 15, 2018

DQAC Meetings - Oct. 26

Please review meeting agendas for the Friday, October 26 DQAC business meeting, Dental Continuing Competency Committee meeting, and Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting.

Oct 12, 2018

Fundraiser for Rep. Michelle Caldier

Please RSVP for a fundraiser in support of Representative Michelle Caldier at 7 PM on Monday, October 15 in Vancouver, WA.

Oct 9, 2018

Exodontia and Other Oral Surgery Procedures for the General Practitioner

Register now for "Exodontia and Other Oral Surgery Procedures for the General Practitioner" with Dr. Noah Letwin on Saturday, November 3.

Oct 4, 2018

HCA Rulemaking Notice

Proposal - Public Hearings (CR102)

Oct 3, 2018

Reminder: Apply to Speak at PNDC 2019 by Oct. 12

WSDA members are invited to submit an application to present a dental-related lecture during the New & Emerging Speaker Series at PNDC 2019.

Oct 2, 2018

Delta Special Meeting Date & Proxy Info

The Delta special meeting will be held on Thursday, November 15 at 3:00 PM at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport. Here are three things Delta member dentists should know about the meeting and voting by proxy.

Oct 2, 2018

Antitrust Compliance: The Do's and Don'ts You Need to Know

Though it is complex, all WSDA members must be aware of antitrust law and the threat of antitrust liability. Learn more about the do's and don'ts of antitrust compliance.

Oct 1, 2018

WSAPD Annual Meeting 2018

The Washington State Academy of Pediatric Dentists will host its 2018 Annual Meeting on Saturday, October 6.

Sep 28, 2018

Editorial: Teaching Dentistry, What Works and What Doesn't

"Human beings, even bright ones, cannot absorb, learn, consume—choose your verb—facts delivered rapid fire, for more than about twenty minutes," Dr. John Evans says. "After that the facts start to bounce off and the efficiency of instruction drops off rapidly."

Sep 27, 2018

HOD Election & Resolution Results

Find out which members were chosen for WSDA/ADA elected positions and review resolutions adopted by the House of Delegates.

Sep 27, 2018

Rekhi Named to NORDIC Board, NORDIC Receives Rating Upgrade

Northwest Dentists Insurance Company (NORDIC) is pleased to announce that Dr. Princy Rekhi has been named to its board of directors. Additionally, NORDIC has announced positive news regarding its A.M. Best rating, which is an indicator of an insurer’s financial strength and creditworthiness.

Sep 26, 2018

Free Webinar: ERA/EFT Implementation

The ADA will offer a free webinar covering the benefits of, and steps to implement, electronic alternatives to paper explanation of benefits and reimbursement checks on October 11.