Who We Are and What We Do
The mission of the Spokane District Dental Society shall be to encourage the improvement of the health of the public and to promote the art & science of dentistry.
SDDS offers comprehensive support to its members at national, state, and local levels. We are dedicated to promoting excellence in dental care and furthering the dental profession. Our organization unites dental professionals of all specialties, such as dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants, to encourage collaboration, education, and advocacy.
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Don't miss the
SDDS SKI and CE Event
March 8th 9:00-AM - 1:00 PM
Schweitzer Mountain Resort, Sandpoint, ID
CLICK HERE to register
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ADA offers guidance for dentists who treat beneficiaries under new Medicare rules
The American Dental Association has updated its website to include a new toolkit of resources surrounding Medicare and medically necessary services. This release of educational materials follows new Medicare regulations that institute payment for limited dental services deemed medically-necessary prior to medical procedures, which took effect Jan. 1, 2023. No new dental benefit has been established with this change. Read the full article.