Considering practice ownership? Not sure where to start?

2020 may have been a year of challenges, but it was also a year that has led to the possibility of great opportunity in 2021. While many may have taken the plunge to “finally retire,” some of you may begin to consider taking the plunge into practice ownership. Here at the WDA, we are working… Continue Reading Considering practice ownership? Not sure where to start?

Make informed decisions for your practice with our 2020 dental fees and compensation survey

The continual pressure to stay ahead of regulatory change, manage day-to-day office operations and stay competitive in the market can be challenging. Understanding how to use key industry metrics to evaluate your practice is essential to driving your strategy and achieving your operational and financial goals. When you can see how your procedure mix, billing… Continue Reading Make informed decisions for your practice with our 2020 dental fees and compensation survey

HR Termination and Quitting FAQs

The Human Resource professionals at ThinkHR receive many questions every day. Here are two questions they received recently concerning termination of employees and employees quitting. WHY TERMINATION ALWAYS COME WITH RISK Question I’ve heard it said that termination always comes with risk. What does that mean? Answer It means there’s always a risk that a… Continue Reading HR Termination and Quitting FAQs

Hey, Homeowner! You Should Review Your Home Insurance Now

Did you know that one in 15 insured homes has a claim each year? Yes, according to the Insurance Information Institute, it’s only a matter of time before it’s your turn to file a home insurance claim. Wind, hail, water damage, freezing, theft, fire and lightning are just a few of the common culprits. Now… Continue Reading Hey, Homeowner! You Should Review Your Home Insurance Now

Self-Driving Car? Someday … but Not Today: 13 Essential Auto Insurance Tips for Human Drivers

As drivers, we humans can make bad decisions and cause accidents. Consider how easy it is to drive while distracted. And we drive in a world full of perils — damaged and congested roads, flooded streets, fallen branches … the list is endless. If you find yourself in an auto accident or if your car… Continue Reading Self-Driving Car? Someday … but Not Today: 13 Essential Auto Insurance Tips for Human Drivers

Resilience

It was recently reported that 2020 was such a tumultuous year that the editors of the Oxford-English dictionary were unable to determine just one word for their traditional “Word of the Year”.  Obscure medical terms like “pandemic” and “coronavirus” are now used every day.  Words that were never previously used together are joined to become… Continue Reading Resilience

The CARES Act provides an incentive to donate in 2020

Many of you generously support the WDA Foundation as a charitable extension of your career. You make a donation because you know that the Foundation will use your gift to support the dental profession and bring improved oral health to those in need. During this unprecedented year, many nonprofits, including the WDA Foundation, have found… Continue Reading The CARES Act provides an incentive to donate in 2020

COVID-19 Crisis Response Center

Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to challenge employers. Right now employers feel isolated. But, they’re not alone. ThinkHR and Mammoth have been fielding thousands of coronavirus-related questions from business owners. And, we’re jointly making our essential COVID-19 crisis management resources available for free to all employers in need. We have gathered resources and materials here to help you navigate the new… Continue Reading COVID-19 Crisis Response Center

2021 WDA membership statements are coming your way!

Keep your eyes on the mailbox in early December for your 2021 Wisconsin Dental Association membership statement. Dues invoices were also emailed in mid-November with an option to pay online. If you already made that payment, please disregard the mailed packet you receive. For your convenience, we offer 6- and 12-month interest-free installment plans –… Continue Reading 2021 WDA membership statements are coming your way!

Treat cybersecurity like your reputation depends on it— because it does

Cybersecurity has been a game of cat and mouse for years. The goal 15 years ago was to stay a step ahead of the “bad guys,” but then the tide changed. The new goal was to try to be as responsive as possible to the changing landscape of threats and newly uncovered weaknesses. The realization… Continue Reading Treat cybersecurity like your reputation depends on it— because it does