The WDA understands that some Wisconsinites struggle to access dental care. This may be for a variety of reasons including perceived cost of care, geographic limitations or fear. There is one patient segment that is truly at a crisis point for access. Special needs adults, specifically those with severe disabilities, have almost nowhere to go.… Continue Reading It Takes a Village…
Interested in developing your leadership skills, expanding your professional network and helping guide your professional association into the future? Apply now for the Wisconsin Dental Association’s fourth biennial Leadership Academy, to be held Feb. 6 and 7, 2020, at the new Lodge Kohler in Green Bay. Day one of this valuable free program consists of… Continue Reading Now accepting applications for 2020 WDA Leadership Academy
Looking for your next dental job? Whether you have recently graduated from dental school or have a few years of experience, you have plenty of options. According to the ADA Health Policy Institute, 64% of new dentists are working full time in private practice one year after graduation while 20% are completing residency/specialty programs. Even… Continue Reading You decide: Choose the best option for YOUR career
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – MADISON – May 17, 2019 – Dr. Patrick Tepe, president of the Wisconsin Dental Association, today released the following statement regarding JFC’s approval of the Marquette University School of Dentistry (MUSoD) Rural Scholarship program. Continue Reading Joint Finance Committee Approves Creation of Rural Dental Student Scholarship Program
Freeze! You’re under ARREST! That’s what I tell tooth decay whenever I see it and usually, I am able to put it away for good! However sometimes, I have to leave a little decay behind. It makes me feel uncomfortable knowing that there is STILL decay under my beautiful restorations. I wish there was something… Continue Reading Silver diamine fluoride is covered under ForwardHealth
Unfortunately, it seems to be a common theme in the dental industry that it’s becoming harder and harder to grow your income the traditional way. Reimbursements seem to be trending down while competition is increasing. What can you do to offset these macro trends? Here are two ideas that should help you find savings and… Continue Reading Where to find $avings – Review your pre- and post-visit patient workflows
Have you noticed a colleague doing something special? Why not recognize them with a Pyramid of Pride award? Being recognized by peers is a great honor for a dental professional. The deadline for nominations isn’t until July 15, but it is never too soon to start watching for those who deserve recognition. One of the… Continue Reading Nominate a colleague for Pyramid of Pride Award by July 15
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEST ALLIS, WIS., May 7, 2019 – May is Older Americans Month and is focused on promoting healthy lifestyles in older adults, as well as raising awareness about the important issues they face. Continue Reading Connect, Create and Contribute to Older Americans Month with These Tooth Tips
It’s been a long, cold winter and it’s time to shake off the blahs and get out in the sun. Now is the perfect time to register for the WDA Foundation State Dental Golf Classic, an annual fundraising event that promises to be a great day with friends and colleagues. The Golf Classic is set… Continue Reading Registration is now open for the WDA Foundation State Dental Golf Classic!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -WEST ALLIS, May 6, 2019- Dr. Patrick Tepe, president of the Wisconsin Dental Association, today released the following statement regarding the proposed Marquette University School of Dentistry Rural Track Scholarship. The program, which would provide a scholarship to MUSoD dental students who agree to practice in a rural Wisconsin dental health professional shortage area (DHPSA) for up to six years after graduation, is included as part of the Rural Wisconsin Initiative introduced as LRB 2671 by Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point), Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc), and 21 additional legislators. Continue Reading Rural scholarship proposal for dental students ‘a great step forward’ in helping rural Wisconsinites access oral health care