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Mar 13, 2024

425 Smiles: A FREE Dental Care Event for Those in Need

425 Dental, in partnership with the University of Washington School of Dentistry and PMI Dental Hygiene Program, is happy to bring you 425 Smiles – a FREE dental clinic event on Saturday, April 6, 2024 for those who have a difficult time affording routine dental care.

Mar 12, 2024

ADA Seeking Member Comments on Medical (Dental) Loss Ratio Policy

The ADA Council on Dental Benefit Programs is accepting comments from membership on a policy on medical (dental) loss ratios until April 15.

Mar 11, 2024

DQAC Temporary Practice Permit-Military Spouse Rule Making Notice

The Department of Health has filed an expedited rule making form CR-105 which proposes amendments to WAC 246-12-051 "How to obtain a temporary practice permit- Military spouse".

Mar 6, 2024

Don't Miss PNDC Night at the Seattle Mariners!

Join the PNDC dental community, friends, and family for a wonderful night at the ballpark after a day of CE on Friday, May 10 as the Seattle Mariners take on the Oakland Athletics at T-Mobile Park.

Mar 6, 2024

Bracken Killpack: Changes to Professional Insurance Options Will Build a Stronger Future with More Choice

WDIA forms new relationships with MedPro Group, other carriers for professional liability and business owners’ protection.

Mar 5, 2024

WSDA Members Get a 7% Bonus on Precious Scrap Metal Refining

Get 7% more in 2024 with a 7% bonus on your precious scrap metal refining. Refine your dental scrap with WSDA-endorsed D-MMEX Easyrefine, and receive high-value compensation.

Mar 5, 2024

Meet CE Requirements at PNDC 2024

Washington dentists must complete 63 hours of continuing education every three years. Don't wait to start earning your CE — earn 20+ credits (nearly a year's worth of CE) in just three days at PNDC 2024! Plus, fulfill various CE requirements you may need to renew your license.

Mar 5, 2024

Dental Hygienists Encouraged to Share Dental Workforce Experiences

The Washington Oral Health Workforce Tracking Program (WOHW) at the University of Washington invites dental hygienists to share their dental workforce experiences. WSDA invites our members to encourage the hygienists in their offices to complete the survey.

Mar 1, 2024

Practice Owners: Save Over $6,000 Annually with WSDA Endorsed Best Card

Thousands of dentists save an average of $6,496 or 27% annually on payment processing when they sign up with Best Card.

Mar 1, 2024

Changes to WDIA Professional Liability

WSDA is excited to announce that WDIA has selected a new preferred, non-exclusive partner for professional liability insurance.

Feb 29, 2024

Win Prizes for Recruiting Members to the ADA

Want a chance to win a trip to Hawaii? Recruit new ADA members to enter the drawing!

Feb 27, 2024

HCA: Apple Health Provider Alert

The Health Care Authority (HCA) has announced a significant revision to the Medicaid provider guidelines for dental services.

Feb 27, 2024

DQAC Dental Therapy Committee Meeting - March 5

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) Dental Therapy Committee will meet on Tuesday, March 5 at 12:00 PM.

Feb 23, 2024

Apply for WSDA & ADA Elected Positions

WSDA and ADA leadership positions will be up for election at the 2024 WSDA House of Delegates, held September 12-14 in Spokane.

Feb 22, 2024

Making Connections: Affinity Group Builds Community Among Black/African American Dental Professionals

Launched in 2022, a WSDA-supported affinity group is building connections among Black/African American dental professionals.

Feb 22, 2024

WILLAMETTE DENTAL GROUP SEEKS PART TIME ORAL SURGEON IN TACOMA, WA

Offering in-house patient referrals, annual guarantees, performance incentives, and great benefits! Earn a competitive salary of $400K in-house production with opportunity to earn $180K-$200K along with generous new hire incentives and competitive total compensation package.

Feb 22, 2024

WILLAMETTE DENTAL GROUP SEEKS FULL TIME GENERAL DENTIST IN VANCOUVER, WA

Offering in-house patient referrals, annual guarantees, performance incentives, and great benefits! Expected hire-in range from $160k - $170k depending on experience with an earning potential range from $160k-$180k.

Feb 16, 2024

ADA Alert: Compliance with Corporate Transparency Act Flags Security Warning for Small Businesses

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has been notified of recent fraudulent attempts to solicit information from individuals and entities who may be subject to reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act.

Feb 15, 2024

New L&I Interpreter Services Contract will Replace interpretingWorks with SOSi

WSDA encourages members who utilize L&I's interpretation services to stay informed on these upcoming changes and participate in the preparatory sessions offered.

Feb 15, 2024

DQAC Education Outreach Committee Meeting - February 27

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) Education Outreach Committee will meet on Tuesday, February 27 at 12:00 PM.