News & Updates
Explore the latest updates on advocacy, clinical advancements, regional activities, and regulatory news shaping dental practice in West Virginia.
Latest Updates
Why Can’t County School Systems Pay Dental Insurance Claims More Quickly?
As you know, the endorsed Bento dental benefit platform is an efficient way to submit claims and receive payments for employees with Bento coverage....
Kanawha County Schools Update on Bento Enrollment
The WVDA is aware that 2000 KCS employees have enrolled in the BENTO dental benefit, which begins July 1, 2026. This is great news, but there are...
Update on Medicaid’s Oral Sedation Code D9245
WV Medicaid sent a communication to dentists requesting the use of D9245 for Oral Sedation. This new code was effective on January 1, 2026. The...
NEW BENTO contact for WV Providers
Need more information from BENTO? There is a new contact in WV to help you. Please reach out to Eddy Lambert at eddy@bento.net
Greenbrier Annual Meeting Room Block Expires 6/15
Rooms in Hotel Block Still Available Please join us at the Greenbrier Resort, July 16-18, 2026 for fantastic courses on Treatment Planning &...
BIG Savings on Invisalign through WVDAP2
The West Virginia Dental Association can unlock a 30%-45% discount for you from Invisalign; we can get your Vivera and touch up retainers down to...
Alternative mouthwash could contend with chlorhexidine
An antimicrobial mouthwash containing garlic extract could challenge chlorhexidine as the standard of care, according to a news report from...
Update on PEARLS Initiative
The WVDA is working with partners in West Virginia to increase the number of age-one dental visits and pregnancy dental visits for Medicaid...
New Virginia Law Allows Assistants to Perform Supragingival Scaling
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed into law two dental workforce-related measures backed by both the Virginia Dental Association and...
Join Us Today
Become a part of the West Virginia Dental Association and take advantage of the numerous benefits we offer. Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network, access educational resources, or stay updated on industry trends, our association is here to support you. Subscribe to our updates or join us today to make a difference in your practice and community.