News & Updates
Explore the latest updates on advocacy, clinical advancements, regional activities, and regulatory news shaping dental practice in West Virginia.
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Lastest Updates
BENTO Webinar for Dentists and Staff on June 20th at 10:00 AM
Starting July 1, 2025, the Harrison County Board of Education will begin using the ADA- and WVDA-endorsed Bento platform to administer dental and vision benefits. This makes Harrison County the third school district in West Virginia to adopt Bento’s innovative...
Land’s End Special Offer for ADA Member Dental Offices
We’re kicking off summer with a special offer just for you! From now through June 16, 2025, enjoy 25% off all Lands' End labeled products—plus receive your logo added free of charge! Whether you shop through the ADA Storefront or your own custom storefront, it’s the...
Medicare Claims Submissions & Administrative Modifiers: Updates for Dentists Treating Medicare Beneficiaries
Upcoming ADA-Sponsored Webinar This ADA-sponsored webinar will provide general information for dentists who wish to treat Medicare beneficiaries and will outline new CMS billing requirements that go into effect on July 1, 2025. Join two member dentists as they help...
Harrison County Board of Education Selects Bento for Dental Claims Starting July 1, 2025
Harrison County Schools is proud to announce that effective July 1, 2025, we have selected Bento to administer dental and vision benefits for our employees and their eligible family members. Starting July 1, 2025: Dental Claims: Claims with a date of service on or...
WVU – ASDA Golf Outing – June 28
Use the QR code in the flyer to register to play. Click here for sponsorship opportunities.
Official Listing of WVDA 2026 Candidates
The WVDA Nominating Committee has advanced the following candidates for office in 2026: Officers President Elect: Dr. Jay Boyd * Vice President: Dr. Travis Wills * Secretary: To be announced Treasurer: To be announced *Per the Association's Bylaws, both Dr. Jay Boyd...
WVDA Launches New Website!
Please feast your eyes on the new WVDA website at www.wvdental.org What’s New Improved user-friendly design More up-to-date information Valuable member resources Dedicated section for local societies to post meeting dates and events Looking Ahead We plan to add even...
Second State Bans Community Water Fluoridation
Florida became the second state to ban community water fluoridation after Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation that prevents local governments from adding fluoride to water systems. Senate Bill 700, also known as the Florida Farm Bill, does not explicitly state the...
May JADA Examines the Bioactivity of Dental Restorative Materials
Limited Evidence for Bioactive Advantages Evidence for the bioactivity of dental restorative materials remains limited, and any clinical advantage of bioactive over conventional composites is still unproven, according to the cover story in the May issue of The Journal...
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