Wisconsin Dental Association

WDA Director of Membership and Communications Brenna Sadler, WDA Region 3 trustees and WDA- Pierre Fauchard Academy-MUSoD Mentor Program Liaisons Drs. Angela Lueck (Milwaukee) and Cheska Avery-Stafford (Waukegan, IL) spoke to the incoming D1 class at Marquette University School of Dentistry during orientation last week to welcome them to organized dentistry! We are fortunate to have such a wonderful relationship with the state’s only dental school. 🦷

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“Pretty remarkable”: Brian and Carol Trecek reflect on three decades together at the dental school | Marquette Today Carol and Brian Trecek have combined for nearly 60 years serving the Marquette University School of Dentistry community in admissions and alumni relations.

Stay up-to-date on what the WDA is doing for the dental profession and join us for WDA Town Hall virtual meeting on Sept. 19!

Save the date and register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TeR9IBG9SR2hfQBwfV9Mtg

WDA event registration is offline from Aug. 27 - Sept. 15 due to the implementation of a new association management system.

You can still register for the WDA Symposium, WDA President's Gala and WDA House of Delegates by calling the WDA office at 414-276-4520.

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Calling all future EFDAs! has compiled a list of EFDA certificate programs in Wisconsin. Chippewa Valley Technical College and Madison College are enrolling students now and seven more colleges are planning to offer the program by fall 2025. See the list at WDA.org - https://bit.ly/3YT4qhc

Congratulations to Suburban Heights Subdivision in Madison, Menomonie, North Fond du Lac and Spring Valley for 50+ years of community water fluoridation!

These Wisconsin communities were recognized for continuous years of community water fluoridation by the the American Dental Association, Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Oral Health Program.

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A couple local dental societies hosted fun outdoor activities for staff and member dentists this summer: the Greater Milwaukee Dental Association held their golf outing on July 29 and the Kenosha County Dental Society hosted Staff Appreciation Night (Music at Twilight) on June 25. Thanks to those who attended these events!

Connection Opportunities matches interested students with dental professionals and dental profession students. As a dental professional, you can share your passion for oral health and inspire students to join the dental workforce.

Help build a diverse workforce by participating in Connection Opportunities! Learn more at https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/oral-health/careers.htm

You can provide guidance and support to students interested in dental careers through Connection Opportunities. Wisconsin dental professionals are matched with interested students to have meaningful conversations or provide job shadowing experience. Share your passion for oral health with today’s youth!

Participate in Connection Opportunities and help develop a diverse oral health workforce in Wisconsin! Learn more at https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/oral-health/careers.htm

Bring your team, family and friends to celebrate the WDA President’s Gala honoring Dr. Chris Hansen (Manitowoc) and WDA Dental Excellence Awards (formerly the Pyramid of Pride Awards) on Nov. 8 at the Lismore in Eau Claire. Comedian Johnny Beehner, brother of a WDA member dentist, to headline this special event. The evening will include the presentation of the Dental Excellence Awards including the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. Tickets are $75 per person and cocktail attire is encouraged.

Register here: http://bit.ly/novmeetings

Great resource for CE!

We still have 30+ Continuing Education (CE) courses available this year – both online and in-person! Find the programs that suit you and register today 👉 https://bit.ly/CE-calendar

The July/August WDA Journal is here!

Read more about the business of dentistry here: https://www.wda.org/publications/wda-journal

Inspire students to choose dental careers through Connection Opportunities. Wisconsin dental professionals are matched with interested students to have meaningful conversations or provide job shadowing experience. Share your passion for oral health with today’s youth!

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The WDA welcomes 5 new members to organized dentistry:

Dr. Payton Mcquin, La Crosse District Dental Society; Dr. Amber Altendorf, Northwest District Dental Society; Dr. Chase Stoffel, Northwest District Dental Society; Dr. Krishna Shah, Sauk Juneau Adams County Dental Society and Dr. Guillermo Aceves, Rock County Dental Society.

Register for the WDA House of Delegates on Nov. 7 – 9 at the Lismore Hotel in Eau Claire to discuss issues affecting dentistry, your patients and oral health.

Register here: http://bit.ly/novmeetings

Summer Tooth Tips Nobody plans to chip a tooth playing volleyball or feel a sharp, stabbing pain while sipping a frozen drink by the pool, but summer dental emergencies can happen

It’s new and improved for 2024 - The WDA’s Annual CE and Networking event is now the WDA Symposium! This year’s event features keynote speaker, Dr. Ankur Gupta presents “Turning Ordinary into Extraordinary” on Nov. 7 at the Lismore Hotel in Eau Claire. In addition to a keynote, breakout sessions with Dr. Cliff Hartmann (New Berlin), Apex Dental Laboratory Group, Custom Dental Solutions, Dr. Joe Best (Waukesha) and Dr. Lisa Teel (Brookfield) will take place in the afternoon. Seats are limited!

Register now: http://bit.ly/novmeetings

Cheer for Wisconsin’s team and learn more about the WDA Dental Savings Club during Saturday’s pre-season game against Cleveland! Watch for our new TV spots, new in-game announcements and more fun collaboration with the Pack.

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The WDA welcomes 5 new members to organized dentistry:

Dr. Gaurav Jain, Central Wisconsin Dental Society;
Dr. Jonathan Weber, Fox Valley Dental Society;
Dr. Jenna Guernsey, Greater Dane Dental Society;
Dr. Drake Lindholm, Greater Dane Dental Society;
Dr. Christine McMahon, Greater Dane Dental Society;
Dr. Marybeth Francis, Greater Milwaukee Dental Association;
Dr. Mitchell Bunting, La Crosse District Dental Society and
Dr. Jeffrey Janssen, La Crosse District Dental Society.

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Dr. Ethan Just (Sheboygan), WDA President Dr. Chris Hansen (Manitowoc) and WDA Director of Government Services Gus Gustafson sported their WDA best earlier this week at a golf fund-raiser for State Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu at Pine Hills Country Club in Sheboygan.

LeMahieu (R-Sheboygan) is a longtime supporter of oral health in Wisconsin and an important legislative ally for the WDA. The WDA is proud to support lawmakers on both sides of the aisle who support dentistry and oral health in the Badger State!

Happy Anniversary to WDA staff: WDA Digital Communications Manager Amanda Peterson, who celebrates 12 years, WDA Accounting Manager Lisa Schubring, who celebrates 31 years, and WDA Accounts Payable Coordinator Shelia McIntyre, who celebrates 17 years working for the WDA. 🎉

Help us wish our August birthdays a happy day! WDA President-Elect Dr. Rachel Steele (Black River Falls), WDA Region 3 Trustee Dr. Angela Lueck (Milwaukee), WDA Region 6 MUSoD Trustee Rakhi Shah and WDA accounting assistant Ellen Dziekan. Happy Birthday! 🎂