NOVEMBER 2008 VOLUME 9, ISSUE 11 AVAILABLE ONLINE AT TDA.ORG

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Texas Department of State Health Services Council AppointmentDr. David A. Woolweaver of McAllen to serve 2008 ADA Annual SessionTexas-sized hospitality makes for huge success in San Antonio TDA Smiles Foundation Supports EducationSix dental students awarded scholarships Dallas County Dental Society Centennial GalaMembers celebrate 100 years Alliance to the TDAFall board meeting news

December Journal News

Shear Bond Strength of Four Different Esthetic Brackets Establishing a Community Outreach Dental Program to Homeless Shelters

Dental Tourism and Volunteer Reporting Forms

Grant Availability Notice for 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Dental Organziations

Around the State December 13: Smiles on WheelsRockdale January 22-24: Dallas County Dental Society’s Southwest Dental ConferenceDallas February 25: TDA Legislative DayAustin

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Dr. John S. Findley Installed as 2009 ADA President

Last month, Dr. John S. Findley of Plano was installed as the American Dental Association (ADA) 2009 president as well as interim executive director at the House of Delegates during the 149th ADA Annual Session in San Antonio.

Dr. Findley said the strength of ADA is defined by the strength of its members.

“Today is the day, now is the time, to find strength in one another and our ADA,” he said. “Together we will face the problems, answer adversity with unanimity, and serve patient and profession with the traditions and values that have served us well for 149 years.”

He promised open and honest leadership, telling the delegation, “Transparency is essential if you expect and demand accountability, and you should.”

Moving forward, he plans to focus on “projects and activities that reflect good science and our values, while meeting our needs for non-dues income.”

Dr. Findley led the TDA as the president in 1997-98, and the Dallas County Dental Society (DCDS) in 1993-94. He is a life member of TDA, joining in 1970 when he graduated from the Baylor University College of Dentistry.

In addition to his service in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Air Force Reserves, Dr. Findley demonstrated leadership within his community and received numerous awards. He was mayor of Cross Roads, Texas, in 1988, and served on numerous ADA committees and councils.

He is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the International College of Dentists, the American College of Dentists, and the Pierre Fauchard Academy.

Dr. Findley’s general dentistry office is in Plano, and he and his wife Judy live on a small ranch near Cross Roads, northwest of Plano.

Outgoing 2008 ADA president Dr. Mark J. Feldman awards the presidential pin to 2009 ADA president Dr. John S. Findley of Plano as his wife, Judy, looks on.

Dr. Findley addresses the ADA House of Delegates after his installation as 2009 ADA president.

The 15th District (Texas) Delegation convenes at the ADA House of Delegates for Dr. Findley’s installation as 2009 ADA president.

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The TDA hosted a focus group of dentists aged 25-40 on November 8, 2008, in Austin for a discussion of key topics facing the profession of dentistry. More than 50 dentists from across the state joined the TDA Board of Directors for a day-long session to address the following the questions:

• What would you as a dentist like to achieve in 5-10 years? • What does the TDA mean to

you and what relevance does organized dentistry have in your career?

• Do you feel that a generation gap exists? If so, what are the generational issues?

This mega-issue discussion is part of the TDA’s ongoing strategic planning process in its mission “To be the VOICE of Dentistry in Texas”.

The feedback received during this discussion will be summarized by the Future Focus Committee and used as a framework for the TDA 2014 strategic plan that will be presented to the TDA Board in 2009 for approval.

(L-R): Drs. Jeremy Chance and David Maxwell reviewed subgroup suggestions for consideration by the TDA Future Focus Committee.

TDA Hosts Young Dentist Focus GroupJohnny G. Cailleteau, DDS, Chair, TDA Future Focus Committee

Dentists aged 25-40 from around the state and the TDA Board of Directors convened in Austin.

Subgroups discussed key topics facing the dental profession.

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Below is a summary of actions of the TDA Board of Directors during the August 14, 2008, meeting, with TDA president Dr. Hilton Israelson, presiding.

Non-Policy and Board Policy ResolutionsAPPOINTMENTS 31-2009-B (NP): Appointed Dr. Jan M. Rollow (NE) to fill the unexpired term of Dr. Richard H. Heard (SW) on the Council on Peer Review.32-2009-B (NP): Appointed a Board workgroup to review the Manual of the House of Delegates and recommend any changes. Members are Drs. David May, Mark Peppard, Donna Miller, and Michael Stuart, and consultants are Drs. Glen Hall, David McCarley, and Richard Eklund.

CORRESPONDENCE27-2009-B (NP): Authorized a letter to the regional Better Business Bureaus informing them about the peer review process and its availability to the public.

MISCELLANEOUS26-2009-B (NP): Approved the June 20, 2008 TDA Board minutes.28-2009-B (NP): Approved the TDA legislative agenda for the 81st session of the Texas Legislature prepared by the Council on Legislative and Regulatory Affairs.29-2009-B (NP): Authorized additional funding to sponsor the Annual Caring for Children foundation’s golf tournament, hosted by House of Representatives Speaker Tom Craddick and Mrs. Craddick, on September 22, 2008, in Austin.30-2009-B (NP): Authorized a one-time $75 registration fee for non-TDA members to attend the 2009 TEXAS Meeting to encourage TDA membership, and determined that continuing education session fees will be required.33-2009-B (NP): Authorized a suggested $50 contribution on the TDA dues statement as voluntary support to the Felix Crawford Endowment Fund of the TDA Smiles Foundation.35-2009-B (NP): Directed that TDA send a letter of opposition to the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners regarding a proposed new Section 115.6 rule (dental hygiene record keeping).36-2009-B (NP): Authorized allocation of up to $15,000 from the TDA Relief Fund to the TDA Smiles Foundation for development of the Smiles on Wheels project, an oral healthcare outreach program serving rural Texas communities. These funds are required to meet the matching challenge grant from the Meadows Foundation.37-2009-B (NP): Approved invitations to at least two young dentists (as well as anyone else as directed by the TDA president) to participate in the 2008 focus group discussion scheduled for November 8, 2008.38-2009-B (NP): Approved the distribution strategy, as recommended by the Editorial Review Board, for Building Better Oral Health: A Dental Home for All Texans.

MK’s Board Notes

Mary Kay Linn, TDA Executive Director

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Question: What is the TDA Doing to Protect the Dentist as the Leader of the Dental Team?

When I first read this question, I wanted to find one right answer, but that’s not possible. In fact, every program, plan, and action implemented by TDA protects the dentist as the team leader. Looking at 2008, the TDA has most certainly been “the VOICE of dentistry in Texas.” From deliberating workforce issues at the House of Delegates in May to a strategic planning session in August to a Young Dentist Focus Group meeting earlier this month, the TDA strives to ensure this association is working for and keeping the dentist as leader of the dental team.

When it comes to oral healthcare, the dentist is the most educated and trained professional and it is our responsibility to protect the safety of our patients. In May, our House of Delegates was clear in its mandate on workforce issues that the dentist remain the leader of the dental team, and we will take this mandate into the 2009 legislative session.

The workforce model development is a direct product of TDA’s fluid and current strategic plan, TDA 2009, which maps the future of our Association and dentistry in Texas. Its six planning areas help to continue to advance our profession with credibility and integrity and its focus is to ensure that the dentist remains as the leader of the team. The TDA hosted a focus group for our youngest members — the 25-40 year olds. Their feedback provided valuable information needed so our Association, in developing TDA 2014, can ensure that we reach these young doctors effectively as they are organized dentistry’s next generation of leaders. TDA also has a leadership development program that helps our dentists develop leadership skills at professional and personal levels.

As you can see from these examples and the ongoing work at TDA, it is clear that the dentist as the head of the dental team has and always will be a cornerstone belief of this Association.

Ask the President

Hilton Israelson, DDS, TDA President 2008-2009

Did you see the November Texas Dental Journal? Dr. Sam W. Rogers, Jr., Awarded the TDA Gold Medal for Distinguished Service

Featured on the November 2008 Journal cover is Dr. Sam W. Rogers, Jr.,of Houston, the 2008 recipient of the TDA Gold Medal for Distinguished Service, the Association’s highest honor.

Dr. Rogers joined TDA in January 1951 and served as a TDA director 1982-1984, vice president 1984-1986, and TDA president 1986-1987.

Among all of his awards, fellowships, accolades, and accomplishments, Sam says the TDA Gold Medal for Distinguished Service is a once in a lifetime honor.

“I am proud and humbled by the thought of my peers feeling me deserving of this honor,” he says. “It demonstrates that a general practitioner really can have an effect on dental care to the public.”

Read more about Dr. Rogers and his lifetime of dental achievement in the November issue of your Texas Dental Journal.

Texas Dental AssociationNotice of Grant Availability501(c)(3) Non-Profit Dental Organizations The Texas Dental Association (TDA) announces availability of financial assistance for qualifying 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations affiliated with dentistry. The monies are derived from TDA Relief Fund interest income earned over the previous fiscal year. Grantees will be determined by the TDA Board of Directors.

Eligibility: Grantees must be 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations affiliated with dentistry.Application: Letters of Interest — detailing the proposed project(s) and including a budget(s) — should be mailed to the TDA Board of Directors, 1946 S. IH-35, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78704 Attn: Terry Cornwell.Deadline: Letters of Interest must be received no later than January 31, 2009.Approval: Letters of Interest will be reviewed and considered by the Texas Dental Association’s Board of Directors at its February 2009 meeting.Notification: All applicants will be notified in writing by April 1, 2009.

Previous Recipients: In 2008, grants were awarded to the CANHELP, Hopkins County; Community Action Network of Sulphur Springs; Cook Children’s Save A Smile Program, Fort Worth; Community Health Center of Lubbock; Dentists Who Care, Harlingen; and Vida U Salud-Health Systems, Inc., Crystal City.

For more information, please contact Terry Cornwell, TDA Central Office, (512) 443-3675 or terry@tda.org.

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North Texas Hispanic Dental Association Launched in Dallas Officers, members, and guests celebrated the launch of the North Texas Hispanic Dental Association on September 12, 2008. According to president Erick Menegazzo, DDS, “Dentists in the North Texas area who cater to the fast-growing Hispanic population can now come together to make an even bigger impact on their communities.”

Keynote speaker Elba Garcia, DDS, Mayor Pro Tem of Dallas, shared her personal insight and experience as a community leader. She emphasized the importance of oral health care education and of mentoring given the growing drop-out rates among Hispanic teens.

The North Texas Hispanic Dental Association is committed to supporting organizations and activities such as HELPS International, Give Kids A Smile, and Texas Missions of Mercy, all of which provide care to low-income individuals and families.

(L–R): Drs. Eduardo Tanur, Erick Menegazzo, Elba Garcia, and Ms. Karin Larrave Godfrey celebrate the new North Texas Hispanic Dental Association.

ATDA NewsRuth Ault, Corresponding Secretary

The Alliance of the Texas Dental Association (ATDA) held its fall board meeting in Salado on October 2–3, 2008. Arrangements were facilitated

by ATDA District 6 members Mrs. Stephen (Conni) Durbin, Mrs. Robert (Dee) Cox, and Mrs. James (Carolyn) Price. After dinner at The Range restaurant Thursday evening, Mary Kay Linn, TDA executive director, and Sandy Blum, TDA director of annual sessions, provided entertaining excerpts from a dental history book.

On Friday, ATDA president Mrs. Jeran (Janet) Hooten presided over reports on district president activities, committee meetings, and other business. TDA staff members Lyda Creus Molanphy and Leigh Ann Montague presented an Alliance logo design to coordinate with TDA’s “family of logos” branding project. The ATDA board adopted the logo. TDA staff member Diane Rhodes gave a legislative update and encouraged participation at TDA Legislative Day on February 25, 2009.

(L–R): Barbara Coats, Diane Bogan, Bertha Nell Barth, Janet Hooten, Julia Martin, Ruth Ault, Conni Durbin, Marthiel Russell, Jill Kralicke, and Gita Morris.

(L–R): TDA executive director Mary Kay Linn, ATDA president Janet Hooten, and TDA director of annual sessions Sandy Blum.

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Governor Appoints TDA Member to State Health Services Council

Governor Rick Perry recently appointed Dr. David A. Woolweaver, a periodontist from McAllen, to the Texas Department of State Health Services Council (DSHS). The DSHS council was created to help protect and promote the health of Texans by assisting the health commissioner in developing rules and policies for the department. The council includes nine members who each serve 4-year terms.

The DSHS has a workforce of almost 12,000 and was formed in 2004 by the Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Texas Department of Health, Texas Health Care Information Council, and Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation.

Visit the DSHS website, dshs.state.tx.us, for more detailed information.

In keeping with tradition, this year six lucky dental students were awarded scholarships from TDA Smiles Foundation’s Felix T. Crawford Memorial Fund. The monies for these scholarships are derived from annual distributions of endowment fund investment earnings.

Congratulations to the students and all of those who helped to facilitate the nominations and delivery of these scholarships: (not pictured) Sandra J. Rodriguez, David Cappelli, Robin Druckman, and Kelly Linder.

University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston Scholarship recipients and presenters: (L-R) recipient Bethany Petersen; Herb Wade, DDS; Catherine Flaitz, DDS, dean; recipient Christopher Hinahon.

Baylor College of Dentistry recipients and presenters: (L-R) Jack L. Long, DDS, Associate Dean for Student Affairs; recipient Amatey Wensel; recipient Hafeez Romans; James S. Cole, DDS, Dean.

University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio recipients and presenters: (L-R) Kenneth L. Kalkwarf, DDS, MS, Dean; recipient Christen Karaltepe; recipient Katie Chen; Dr. David Cappelli, Interim Associate Dean for Student Affairs.

Texans Deliver Great Customer Service at ADA Annual SessionPam Berlanga, DDS, Chair, ADA Committee on Local Arrangements

The American Dental Association (ADA) has a “WOW” customer service philosophy and “Oh my,” Texas and San Antonio certainly delivered this for the 2008 ADA Session! What a great meeting after 2 years of planning and initiative on the part of our membership and leadership. More than 29,000 people attended the incredible continuing education courses offered and enjoyed the huge expanse of exhibits and outstanding entertainment. A new record attendance of international dentists traveled to San Antonio for this ADA meeting.

The meeting kicked off with a great welcoming orientation and reception for all of our dedicated Committee on Local Arrangements (CLA) volunteers. The ADA had the highest Committee participation ever at its volunteer orientation event. This was just the beginning of the enthusiasm our Texas members brought to the jobs they had so generously signed up to do. Comments behind the scenes expressed how friendly, warm, and helpful our volunteers were! The CLA volunteer

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On November 1, 2008, members, staff, families, and guests celebrated the Dallas County Dental Society’s 100th year at the Ritz-Carlton in Dallas.

Master of ceremonies Dr. Frank Higginbottom welcomed fellow member and Texas Dental Association (TDA) president Dr. Hilton Israelson, who delivered heart-felt good tidings from TDA. Many dignitaries from the Dallas business community and across the state helped celebrate this meaningful milestone.

A silent auction offered impressive products and vacation packages, with proceeds to benefit to the DCDS Foundation and the “Making Dallas Smile” mobile dental van. In addition to exquisite Dean Fearing dining, the evening also included dancing and the premiere showing of a special commemorative video.

Happy, Healthy Smiles …That’s Our Mission!TDA Smiles Foundation Supports Education

Night Before Annual SessionC. Roger Macias Jr., DDSTDA Council on Annual Session

ADA Committee on Local Arrangements. Back row, from left: Lucinda Ferro; Lisa Masters, DDS; Pam Berlanga, DDS; Maria Howell, DDS; Sheryl Beltrane, DDS; Linda Shafer, executive director, San Antonio District Dental Society. Front row, from left: Roger Macias, DDS; Jim Foster, DDS; Roger Campos, DDS; and Warren Branch, DDS.

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(L-R): Drs. Richard M. Smith (TDA president 2000-01), Frank Higginbottom (master of ceremonies) and Patricia L. Blanton (TDA president 2003-04) attend the Gala.

The DCDS Centennial Gala is a family affair for (L-R): Dr. David Hildebrand and wife Carol, Dr. Kim Jackson and fiancé Dr. Jed Hildebrand, Ms. Elizabeth Bowmand, and Dr. Sloan Hildebrand.

(L-R): TDA president Dr. Hilton Israelson and wife Maureen celebrate DCDS’ 100 years with Dr. Lee Oneacre and wife Dixie.

(L-R): TDA president Dr. Hilton Israelson, his wife Maureen, ADA president-elect Dr. John S. Findley, his wife Judy, and ADA 15th district trustee Dr. S. Jerry Long attend the TEXAS Reception at the October ADA meeting in San Antonio.

Texas Reception Big as Texas! About 500 members of the ADA House of Delegates, TDA and TDA Board of Directors attended the Texas Reception at the ADA Annual Session in San Antonio. Hosted by the ADA 15th District (Texas) delegation, guests danced to music by San Antonio orthodontist Dr. Bud Luecke and his band “Morning”, and they dined on classic Texas fare from all regions of the state — fish tacos, barbecue, German sausage, and fajitas. The Texas Reception is held every year at the ADA Annual Session.

Dallas County Dental Society Celebrates 100 Years!

pool numbered more than 500 dedicated dentists, family, and dental auxiliary personnel.

The exhibition space sprawled west from South Alamo Street and east to Bowie Street, and exhibitors represented dental companies from all over the world. International exhibit space was the largest ever for the American Dental Association. Attendees visiting the Live Operatory Center or the Education in the Round were treated to state-of-the-art education. Johnson & Johnson sponsored the Distinguished Speaker Series on Friday with an insightful retrospective of current events delivered by Tom Brokaw. Saturday’s event was humanistic and inspiring as Lee and Bob Woodruff candidly brought to reality the life-changing experience of traumatic brain injury.

The meeting ended with a wonderful celebration of Dr. Mark Feldman’s service as our 149th ADA president, and the installation of our own Texan, Dr. John Findley, as the 150th! With his leadership, kindness, and dedication to service, the ADA is certain to deliver a 150th year of excellence in dentistry.

‘Twas the night before Annual SessionWhen all through the House,Not a delegate was stirring, not even a spouse.The vendors were nestled all snug in their boothsWith visions of dentists buying products not far from the truth!

It’s that time of year again, (yes, the holiday season)! But, it’s also time to get ready for the greatest TEXAS Meeting ever! And here’s how:

Monday, December 1, 2008 – Housing reservations open. Look for the housing form on the texasmeeting.com website and in your December 2008 Texas Dental Journal. The form can be faxed, mailed, or submitted online to the TDA Housing Bureau in San Antonio. Look for details on the form.

Friday, January 2, 2009 – Meeting registration open. Look for registration information on the texasmeeting.com website and in the January 2009 Texas Dental Journal. Also, a TEXAS Meeting brochure will be mailed to each TDA member’s office in late December. You will find details about educational programs, speakers, social events, and exhibits. Registration can be submitted online or by mail.

The 2009 Exhibit Hall promises to be the biggest and best ever — with the latest in supplies and services to enhance your practice. In addition, you will participate in several cash prize drawings, as well as the ever-popular happy hours in the exhibit hall.

For more information, contact the TDA Annual Session Department at (512) 443-3675.

Dr. Israelson sprang up to declare, to his Board gave a whistle,And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.But I heard him exclaim, as he gave his big greetingHappy Annual Session to all and The Best TEXAS Meeting!

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FTC Delays Enforcement of “Red Flags” Identity Theft Prevention RulesADA Opposes Efforts to Include Dentists

A TDA member recently contacted us to ask about the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) “Red Flags Rules,” which may require certain dentists to have identity theft prevention programs in place.

According to information posted on the American Dental Association’s (ADA) website, the Red Flags Rules were developed pursuant to a federal law, the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003. Under the rule, financial institutions and creditors with covered accounts must have identity theft prevention programs to identify, detect, and respond to patterns, practices, or specific activities that could indicate identify theft.

The FTC was originally scheduled to begin enforcing the Rules on November 1, 2008. On October 22, however, the FTC announced that it would delay enforcement for six months — until May 1, 2009.

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The ADA responded positively to the FTC’s decision to delay enforcement of the Rules but also stated that it opposed extending the Rules to dentists. The ADA will send the FTC a letter voicing objections to the extension of the Red Flags Rules to doctors, and urging the FTC to announce that doctors are not subject to the Rules.

According to the ADA’s Legal Division, if the FTC persists in its position that dentists are covered by the Rules as creditors, the ADA will make available a sample compliance plan or program well in advance of the new enforcement date. Dentists will have sufficient time to consult with their personal attorneys and to put an appropriate identity theft prevention program in place.

TDA Financial Services, Inc. (TDA Perks Program) contacted CareCredit, which provides a comprehensive range of payment plans for dental patients, to inquire about the availability of identity-theft prevention programs for TDA members who offer patient financing through CareCredit. CareCredit instructs all dental offices to obtain two verifications of identification from applicants, and to treat all documents, applications, and patient information just as they would a credit card transaction. The company also encourages dental practices to take the application at the office as opposed to online.

IMPORTANT NOTE: One component of the Rule has not been delayed. That component applies to dentists who obtain credit reports in connection with providing services for their patients. Specifically, if there is a discrepancy between an address on a credit report and the address the patient provides to the dentist, the dentist is required to report the correct address to the credit agency.

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