Wisconsin Dental Association gives tips on oral health-related gifts this holiday season

WEST ALLIS, WIS. –  Toothbrushes and toothpaste can be fun and functional stocking stuffers this time of year, but the Wisconsin Dental Association is urging consumers to use caution when purchasing dental products for their families or themselves. In recent years, social media and television advertising has led to the hype of certain dental products, direct to consumer (DTC) services, and “do it yourself” dental fads that may not be the best for our oral health. Continue Reading Wisconsin Dental Association gives tips on oral health-related gifts this holiday season

WDA recognizes seven for contributions to organized dentistry and public oral health

WEST ALLIS, Wis. – Dr. William K. Lobb, orthodontist, professor and dean of the Marquette University School of Dentistry (MUSoD), is the recipient of the 2021 Wisconsin Dental Association Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his continuous work to make MUSoD one of the leading dental schools in our country. Continue Reading WDA recognizes seven for contributions to organized dentistry and public oral health

State dental association swears in pediatric dentist from New Berlin Dr. Cliff Hartmann as president

WEST ALLIS, WIS. – Dr. Cliff Hartmann, a pediatric dentist in New Berlin, was sworn in as president of the 3,100-member Wisconsin Dental Association at the organization’s 151st House of Delegates, which was held in Brookfield on Nov. 12 and 13. Dr. Hartmann will serve as president until November 2022. Continue Reading State dental association swears in pediatric dentist from New Berlin Dr. Cliff Hartmann as president

Members can buy local and save as Wisconsin favorite Lands’ End launches new line of scrubs

Lands’ End Business, the Wisconsin-based staff apparel provider endorsed by the WDA, has launched a new line of scrubs created with dentists and their teams in mind. The new line, created after Lands’ End conducted research with dentists at the ADA’s 2018 annual meeting in Honolulu, is designed with an eye toward fit, fabric and… Continue Reading Members can buy local and save as Wisconsin favorite Lands’ End launches new line of scrubs

OSHA Training Requirements for Dental Healthcare Providers

As a Compliance Consultant focusing on providing dental practices with the most current information and training on OSHA and dental infection control, I often get asked the same questions many times over:  “Do we really have to do OSHA training? Is it required, or just a good idea?” First, let’s take a step back and… Continue Reading OSHA Training Requirements for Dental Healthcare Providers