Wisconsin Dental Association
Updated August 2026
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The Wisconsin Dental Association is the official professional organization representing dental health providers across Wisconsin. The association provides continuing education, legislative advocacy, practice support for members, and public dental health resources for providers and residents across Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Dental Association (WDA) is the statewide professional association for Wisconsin dentists, founded in 1870 and currently representing more than 3,100 members. The WDA is headquartered in West Allis (a Milwaukee suburb), maintains a legislative office in Madison, and is affiliated with the American Dental Association. Volunteer dentists serving as officers and regional trustees lead the organization, supported by 18 staff.
Local component societies
WDA membership includes affiliation with 24 local dental societies located throughout Wisconsin, providing regional networking, continuing education, and advocacy at the community level.
Member services
- Legislative advocacy — the WDA's Madison legislative office monitors and engages with state legislative and regulatory matters affecting dental practice, including proposed Board rules.
- Business Resource Directory — connects members with endorsed products and services, including financial tools, practice technology, and supply programs.
- Text alerts — members may sign up for legislative news and event reminders via text.
- Mental health support — the WDA Foundation provides up to four free counseling sessions per year for WDA member dentists.
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