News Items

Sep 14, 2018

Representative Michelle Caldier: 2018 Citizen of the Year

Each year, the WSDA chooses one of its own to honor as its Citizen of the Year. The award is bestowed upon a member who has performed outstanding service to help a community in need, reinforce the value of service to the dental community, and promote the image of dentistry. This year's recipient is Representative Michelle Caldier.

Sep 13, 2018

Apply to Speak at PNDC 2019

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

Aug 30, 2018

Special Meeting Petition Delivered to Delta

On August 29, WSDA President-elect Dr. Christopher Delecki and Executive Director Bracken Killpack delivered a petition to Delta with over 800 signatures calling for Delta to hold a special meeting.

Aug 24, 2018

Guardian Rescinds Third Molar Requirement After Feedback

The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America has reversed its position on third molars and associated sedation and anesthesia, now assuring dentists that claims will no longer be reviewed for medical necessity.

Aug 23, 2018

Sept. 7 DQAC Meeting

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) has released its business meeting agenda for Friday, September 7.

Aug 17, 2018

Reminder: CE Rule Changes Take Effect 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.

Aug 16, 2018

DQAC Update: Proposed Opioid Prescribing Rules

In an effort to combat the opioid crisis that has been plaguing our state, the Legislature passed ESHB 1427 during the 2017 legislative session, which requires the adoption of rules establishing requirements for prescribing opioid drugs by January 1, 2019.