5 steps to practicing dentistry pain-free

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Pain is not a necessary by-product of dentistry. You can reduce or eliminate your pain with targeted, evidence-based interventions! Unfortunately, most dental and hygiene schools do not teach evidence-based ergonomics and wellness strategies.To make matters worse, the dental continuing education system is flooded with outdated, hand-me-down ergonomic education and sponsor-driven information that is creating a pain epidemic in the… Continue Reading 5 steps to practicing dentistry pain-free

Reassessing your healthcare during a pandemic-no time like the present

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With the WDA Association Health Plan through WPS, you have access to telehealth services from Teladoc®. You can talk to a board-certified doctor from anywhere at anytime by phone, video, or mobile app! Teladoc® also offers the opportunity to connect with behavioral therapists or dermatologists. Technology has allowed us to get routine care without ever… Continue Reading Reassessing your healthcare during a pandemic-no time like the present

What Went Wrong: My Transition Fell Through After Months of Planning

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Sometimes even the best-intentioned transitions fall apart. All too often, this happens because both parties overlooked the basics: clear communication and putting everything in writing. A few key actions can minimize the back and forth while keeping your transition on schedule. Read on for one scenario in which a buyer and seller just couldn’t make… Continue Reading What Went Wrong: My Transition Fell Through After Months of Planning

October 12 deadline – Amalgam Separator Mandate for submitting One-Time Compliance Report required by federal rule

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency created a new rule for Dental Offices, regulating amalgam wastewater discharges from those offices to municipal sanitary sewers. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is implementing and enforcing this federal rule until a state administrative code is developed and in place. This new rule contains requirements regarding the installation, operation… Continue Reading October 12 deadline – Amalgam Separator Mandate for submitting One-Time Compliance Report required by federal rule

Minimizing the Impact of Scheduling Gaps

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The recent webinar Business Forward Strategies for Dental Practices presented by SVA covered several important dental-specific topics. One pertinent topic to what’s happening currently in practices is how busy is your practice right now. Most dental offices were severely disrupted this spring due to COVID-19. Many practices were forced to close for at least part… Continue Reading Minimizing the Impact of Scheduling Gaps

OVERCOMING DENTAL ANXIETY DURING A PANDEMIC: 5 STRESS-REDUCING TIPS FOR YOUR NEXT APPOINTMENT

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WEST ALLIS, Wis. – The American Dental Association reports that fear of the dentist is one of the top reasons Americans skip routine oral health appointments, especially in this era of COVID-19. But Wisconsin’s dentists warn that the true threat to your health can come from putting off routine cleanings and dental exams. Continue Reading OVERCOMING DENTAL ANXIETY DURING A PANDEMIC: 5 STRESS-REDUCING TIPS FOR YOUR NEXT APPOINTMENT

WDA’s new Multiple Employer 401(k) program: Help provide for your team’s financial future

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In order to support the financial futures you and your employees deserve, the Wisconsin Dental Association has collaborated with Transamerica to offer a Multiple Employer 401(k) program. Adoption into the program will allow you to take advantage of a superior retirement plan solution for your practice that is an excellent employee recruiting and retention tool.… Continue Reading WDA’s new Multiple Employer 401(k) program: Help provide for your team’s financial future

Local dental societies integral in association since 1907

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In a 1927 article written for the Wisconsin Dental Review by Dr. W. I. McFarlane, he stressed the importance of organized dentistry.  Dr. McFarlane explains, “The component society is the source from which the State Society receives its life and strength. Cooperation between the component societies is this sustaining force that keeps the breath of… Continue Reading Local dental societies integral in association since 1907

Introducing WDA BizTalks Webinar Series

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                The WDA BizTalks webinar series are short virtual, free CE webinars focusing on business, practice management and practice transition topics. Please Note: registration links may have changed, please confirm your registration if you previously registered.    Upcoming events: Business Forward Strategies for Dental Practices: A WDA BizTalks webinar with SVA Dental Services (1 CE) Wednesday,… Continue Reading Introducing WDA BizTalks Webinar Series