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OUR STORY

IDAHO'S PREMIER DENTAL INSURANCE 

After many years of practicing dentistry, the need for a better insurance solution became clear to Northwest Dental Benefits founder Dr. Kory Wilson, DDS. With the clear vision of improving smiles and overall wellness, Northwest Dental Benefits (NWDB) was established and became the first new Idaho dental insurance company in 40 years. 

The Northwest Dental Benefits team is dedicated to delivering highly personalized service in independent dental care settings. With seamless claim management and industry leading benefits, our Providers are uniquely equipped to provide complete, simplified coverage with private practice service standards.
  
Because of our strong local roots, Northwest Dental Benefits takes pride in being Idaho's premier dental insurance choice. Unlike larger national competitors, our team personally interacts with Groups and Members to provide the exceptional experience we believe they deserve. 

A BRIEF HISTORY

Dr. Kory Wilson, DDS and Avondale Dental Group form the idea of Northwest Dental Benefits. Plans were quickly put into action to start a revolutionary dental insurance designed with Member needs as the top priority.

THE IDEA IS BORN

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THE PLAN IS LAUNCHED

Northwest Dental Benefits, working with a plan administrator, partners with the area's largest medical provider to offer a unique dental plan with focus on better benefits and improved overall health.

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THE NETWORK GROWS

Avondale Dental Group grows to create an expansive network across Kootenai County, including locations in Post Falls, Hayden Lake, and Coeur d'Alene. 

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THE STATE APPROVES

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The State of Idaho grants Northwest Dental Benefits its Certificate of Authority.

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THE BENEFITS EXPAND

Northwest Dental Benefits increases the Lifetime Orthodontia Benefit for services at Avondale Dental Group and Peach Orthodontics to $2,500. The Covered Services list continues to expand based on Member needs and Provider feedback.

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POSSIBILITIES AWAIT

The future is bright and limitless! Northwest Dental Benefits continues to grow, give, and get better with age.

HEAR FROM OUR MEMBERS

MEET THE TEAM

PROVIDERS

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DR. KATHERINE MARTIN, DDS

Avondale Dental

COLLEGE: University of Idaho

DENTAL SCHOOL: Creighton University

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DR. RACHEL FEHLING, DMD

Element Dental

COLLEGE: University of Idaho

DENTAL SCHOOL: Oregon Health Science University

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DR. BENJAMIN CROCKETT, DDS

Avondale Dental

COLLEGE: Walla Walla University

DENTAL SCHOOL: Loma Linda University

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DR. JENNAFER KEDISH, DDS

Element Dental, Legacy Dental

COLLEGE: University of Idaho

DENTAL SCHOOL: Creighton University

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DR. KORY WILSON, DDS

Avondale Dental

COLLEGE: Washington State University

DENTAL SCHOOL: University of Washington

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DR. WHITNEY FRANK, DDS

Legacy Dental

COLLEGE: College of Idaho

DENTAL SCHOOL: University of Washington

ADMINISTRATION

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ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Chief Operations Officer

COLLEGE: Montana State University

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JEN SNOW

Marketing and Membership Coordinator

COLLEGE: Boise State University

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DR. KORY WILSON, DDS

President, CEO

COLLEGE: Washington State University

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