Apr 3, 2019
Stay Informed
Welcome to the [SOCITEY NAME] publication page, your go-to source for the most up-to-date and relevant dental news stories. We are committed to keeping you informed about the latest advancements, research, and trends in oral health care.
By visiting our publication page regularly, you'll stay informed, inspired, and connected to the dynamic world of dentistry. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to provide the highest quality of care to your patients.
Apr 2, 2019
Meet CE Requirements at PNDC 2019: Opioid Prescribing, Suicide Prevention & More
Meet Washington state's opioid prescribing, suicide prevention, minimal sedation or basic life support (BLS) CE requirements at PNDC 2019, held June 20-22 in Bellevue.
Mar 31, 2019
Apply by June 30 for WSDA/ADA Elected Positions
Applications are now open to run for several elected WSDA and ADA positions. Apply by June 30.
Mar 29, 2019
Information About Managed Care Dental Sent to Apple Health Clients
Health Care Authority (HCA) has sent letters to all eligible Apple Health clients that managed care dental will be implemented on July 1, 2019.
Mar 27, 2019
Help Wanted: Washington's Hygienist and Assistant Shortage
Dental hygienists and assistants are in short supply, and that’s affecting access to dental services in both public and private dental offices.
Mar 25, 2019
Mar 14, 2019
Delta Lawsuit Update & Media Coverage
Last month, three member dentists and WSDA filed a lawsuit against Delta Dental (WDS). Earlier this week, Delta issued a statement to its members about the lawsuit. We thought it was important to clear up some misinformation contained in that statement.
Mar 12, 2019
King 5 News: Lawsuit Accuses Delta Dental of Ignoring Dentists' Concerns
KING 5 News recently spoke with Dr. Todd Irwin, one of three dentists who, along with WSDA, have filed a legal complaint against Delta Dental of Washington.
Mar 11, 2019
Some Dental Clients Now Eligible for Mandibular Advancement Devices with Apple Health
As of January 1, 2019, Apple Health clients who have been under the care of a sleep medicine physician and are not able to use CPAP for treatment of OSA are eligible to have a custom MAD created for the treatment of their OSA.
Mar 8, 2019
Bipartisan Legislation to Reform McCarran-Ferguson Introduced in Congress
The ADA and dentists have been advocating for decades to repeal the 1945 McCarran-Ferguson Act antitrust exemption for the health insurance industry. In February, legislation was introduced in both chambers of Congress and is a win for dentistry.
Feb 28, 2019
Apply for WSDA/ADA Elected Positions
Applications are now open to run for several elected WSDA and ADA positions. Apply by June 30.
Feb 27, 2019
WSDA News: Winter 2019
The Winter 2019 issue of the WSDA News is available online!
Feb 25, 2019
WSDA Academy: Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support
Space still remains in our March 19 WSDA Academy Course "Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support" with Dr. Michael Johnson. Register today!
Feb 19, 2019
Reminder: Register for Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care Training
Register today for Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care: New Opioid Prescribing Guideline and Rules from Washington State, a free training in Wenatchee on Friday, May 3.
Feb 15, 2019
Locum Tenens Dentists: Opportunities Abound
The ADA is offering a free webinar on locum tenens dentists – including how to employ one, how to work as one, and how dental plan policies treat them – on Tuesday, February 26.
Feb 15, 2019
Register Today for Free Opioid Prescribing CE Course
Register today for Continuing Medical Education's course, "Opioid Prescribing 2019: How Washington State Bill 1427 Will Affect Your Practice," on April 15, 2019.
Feb 15, 2019
Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care Training
Register today for Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care: New Opioid Prescribing Guideline and Rules from Washington State, a free training in Wenatchee on Friday, May 3.
Feb 14, 2019
Register Now for March WSDA Academy Courses
"Challenging Oral Pathology Cases for Every Dentist to Know: Interactive Learning" with Dr. Dolphine Oda on March 6 and "Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support" with Dr. Michael Johnson on March 19.
Feb 12, 2019
Senate Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Amend McCarran-Ferguson Act
Legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate Feb. 6 to repeal the McCarran-Ferguson antitrust exemption for health insurance companies.
Feb 12, 2019
Delta Dental of California Facing Criticism
A story published by Kaiser Health News (KHN) titled “Nonprofit Dental Insurer Under Scrutiny For ‘Flagrant’ Spending” sheds light on the exceedingly high salaries some non-profit dental insurers pay their CEOs.
