Consumer Awareness

Access to dental care
Get information about dental access in Wisconsin, Medicaid facts, WDA proposals to address dental access disparities, how to share your concerns with legislators and more.

Fluoride & community water fluoridation
Fluoride is a mineral that forms naturally in the earth's crust and there are traces of fluoride in virtually all water. It is a safe and effective way to prevent tooth decay in children and adults. 

Are you having a dispute with your dentist?
Are you concerned about the quality or appropriateness of the oral health care you were provided? The WDA Peer Review process provides an expert and credible system for resolving disagreements between patients and dentists. 

Dental patient FAQs
View answers to dental patients' frequently asked questions, including information about who owns dental records, frequency of exams and X-rays, treatment costs, teeth whitening and more.

Issue papers
View WDA positions on current issues facing the dental profession, including access to dental care, work force and delegation of duties.