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THE OKLAHOMA DENTAL ASSOCIATION JOURNAL (ISSN 0164-9442) is the official publication of the Oklahoma Dental Association and is published bimonthly by the Oklahoma Dental Association, 317 NE 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104, Phone: (405) 848-8873; (800) 876-8890. Fax: (405) 848-8875. Email: information@ okda.org. Annual subscription rate of $39 for ODA members is included in their annual membership dues.
ASSOCIATION 04 Calendar of Events 0 5 Welcome New ODA Members
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08 ODA Rewards Partners 09 ODA Rewards Partners Column 1 4 ODA 2019 Nominations 1 6 Proposed Bylaws and Policy Amendments 1 8 ODA Member Benefit Corner 1 9 ODA Marketing Coach 2 1 2019 ODA Annual Meeting 32 ODA Members Trending on Social Media
39 OkMOM 2019: OKC
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Cover Photo: Drs. Shannon Griffin and Chris Fagan with 2019 OkMOM's first patient
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March 1 OkMOM Steering Committee Meeting 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m ODA
Tulsa County All Day CE Crowne Plaza Tulsa Southern Hills 6 Hours of CE
March 14 Red, White & Brew OU ASDA ODA 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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March 5 Tulsa County Awards & Installation of Officers TiAmo’s Restaurant 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
March 22-23 Eastern District CE & Meeting Hot Springs, AR
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & EDUCATION Stacy Yates MEMBER COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER Madison Douglas OFFICERS 2018-2019 PRESIDENT Shannon Griffin, DMD president@okda.org PRESIDENT-ELECT Daniel Wilguess, DDS presidentelect@okda.org VICE PRESIDENT Paul Mullasseril, DDS vicepresident@okda.org SECRETARY/TREASURER Robert Herman, DDS treasurer@okda.org SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE Doug Auld, DDS speaker@okda.org IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Juan Lopez, DDS pastpresident@okda.org ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR F. Lynn Means DIRECTOR OF GOVERNANCE & FINANCE Shelly Frantz DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & EDUCATION Stacy Yates DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP Kylie Ethridge
ODA Board of Trustees 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ODA April 14-16 ADA Dentist/Student Lobby Conference Washington DC April 17 OU College of Dentistry Scientific Day Reed Center Midwest City 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m April 25 ODA Board of Trustees DoubleTree Hotel- Tulsa 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
May 2 Senior Signing Day ODA 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. May 11 OU College of Dentistry Class of 2019 Graduation
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ODA Welcome Reception Mayo Hotel Rooftop Bar 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. See Page 25
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FROM THE ODA PRESIDENT How can this be the last letter I’ll write as your president? A year ago, I was prepared for a daunting year of labor and burden. But I feel dizzy like I did when I was a little girl and danced in circles with my arms out wide, loving life. This year has flown by so fast that I find it hard to focus on all that our association has accomplished. Much like when I would spin in a dance and never really know what was passing on the walls as I went round and round. This was a year to build bridges, to build relationships. We have done just that on several fronts. None is more important than any other; they are all significant. There is the new presence of the Oklahoma Dental Hygienists’ Association at our Annual Meeting in a collaborative scientific hygiene laser course. I’ve attended the ODHA board meetings and know that my successor, Dr. Dan Wilguess, will continue to provide updates and feedback to this organization. We work so closely with hygienists every day of our professional lives and it is time for us to work together again in our professional organizations. We have an exciting change on the horizon in 2020 with the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry Scientific Day joining with our Annual Meeting in Oklahoma City in April. Scientific Day is the showcase event for OUCOD students to present their research in a large format poster presentation. It is AMAZING and something all dentists should experience. Bringing these two events together makes wonderful sense for our Association, our College, and all our dental and dental hygiene professionals. There will be a CE opportunity for our registered dentists and hygienists to view these posters and discuss the research. Having had the opportunity to attend the last two Scientific Days, I simply cannot wait to bring these two events together, uniting the ODA members and OUCOD students in a new and exciting way. Our Membership Council has continued to develop new and different ways to reach out to the newer dentists in our constituency. We surveyed licensed dentists throughout the state to see what are the things they seek to provide fulfillment and we found that fellowship is again a big priority. Through social events, CE courses and our ODA Match program, we have seen more interaction with our newer dentists. This year we have nine bright and shining faces in our Leadership Academy. The success of this semiannual program is stunning. The graduates of previous Leadership Dr. Shannon Griffin with her son JJ at the Academy classes hold 2018 Student Fall Fest
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Dr. Juan Lopez pins Dr. Shannon Griffin with the traditional ODA President's Pin at the 2018 ODA Annual Meeting
appointments on ODA committees and councils, and several of our components have graduates serving in office. We can see clearly that the vitality of the Association, and the purpose of our being, is going to be shouldered by very committed, smart and capable dentists. This year I had the pleasure to serve as the OkMOM co-chair. I cannot believe we have already completed the TENTH year of this amazing event! What started as a dream by Dr. Rieger Wood has turned into something that not only impacts our communities and their overall health, but brings dentists and dental professionals from across our state together to work toward a common cause. You will read more about the numbers from this event on page 39, but what stood out to me was the number of volunteers that came together to make this event happen. It is no small task to turn an empty building into a fully functional dental facility, but we continue to do it year after year! We have made such an impact through the years that this year we gained national coverage from NBC Nightly News! They not only highlighted what OkMOM is doing, but they touched on how there is a need for dental care and education across the country, especially for children. I encourage you to check out the ODA facebook page or the NBC website if you haven't seen the clip. We are all aware of this need in Oklahoma and each year I am in awe of what this event has achieved and am blessed to be a part of a profession that values giving back to our communities in this way. High five, team! On the legislative front, this has been a big year for the Association. First, we built a bridge with the Oklahoma Health Care Authority and have had much resolution on the unfair auditing procedures of SoonerCare practices. We currently have two bills going through the Legislature, both of which will have impact on the business of dentistry in Oklahoma. One is related to insurance companies issuing payment to dentists in the form of a virtual credit card. The fees associated with credit card payments are then passed on to the small business owner – at rates of 2%-6%. This could be a very significant cost to us. Not to mention there are probably benefits granted to the insurance companies for the use of the virtual payments. This legislation will make the insurance companies notify providers that they have an option of accepting payment by check
or direct deposit. They would further be required to provide the alternate form of payment to the dental professionals. Our other piece of legislation is related to pre-authorizations of benefits, holding the insurance companies to task to honor pre-authorizations and for patients to receive their benefits as determined necessary by the dentist. We still have storms out there that require our attention. It is highly possible there will be legislation filed to create a mid-level provider for dentistry – a dental therapist. We have compelling evidence from states that have approved dental therapists in an effort to increase access to care that in fact the dental therapists have had no appreciable impact. At this time, we are taking steps to get a specialized course of study started within our state to prepare a new group of professionals that will act as mediators getting patients to care. We already have the resources to provide care. Creating new providers, especially unsupervised, minimally trained dental therapists, won’t solve our problem. Another concern is the continued efforts by outside companies to force a Medicare benefit. We don’t have the resources to support a third-party Medicare provider. Our SoonerCare doctors and the Oklahoma Health Care Authority are already strapped. Our providers work for cents on the dollar and the OHCA is under budget constraints. We have to wonder, where do they think the money will come from? It’s not in the state budget, and our practices have their own financial limitations. In 2018 one company in particular supported a last-minute piece of legislation that would have forced Medicaid managed care and ultimately would have reduced access to care, not increased it. Be on the lookout for another bill to be dropped in the night that we will fight with our grassroots efforts (which have been historically very successful). Be ready to make a call, write an email, and educate our lawmakers!!! We will need you.
"This was a year to build bridges, to build relationships. We have done just that on several fronts. None is more important than any other; they are all significant. "
The Annual meeting will look different this year. In addition to over 40 hours of highly anticipated CE, we are kicking off with a morning mixer and have added a happy hour reception at the close of the exhibit hall. Historically there has been a formal President’s Dinner during which the annual ODA awards are presented and the new president takes the oath of office. But this year we are building our last bridge by planning a party for everyone on the dental team and their extended families. The Fiesta Grande will be priced right for the dental team and we are planning an evening of fun. The new dentists we surveyed asked for social events – so we are planning just that! Join us for a night of fun and fellowship. No awards, no speeches, just a great party!
Dr. Griffin addressing the attendees of the 2018 Student Fall Fest
Dr. Griffin greeting new dentists at 2018 Signing Day
Dr. Griffin with President-elect Dr. Dan Wilguess at the 2018 Dentist Day at the Capitol
I have so many people to thank for dancing with me this year. Those leaders that preceded me provided valuable guidance, and the exceptional team at the ODA is masterful at implementation. I want to extend a special thank you to our Executive Director, Lynn Means, who always listened intently and offered feedback without the burden of obligation or emotion, and also to Dr. Juan Lopez for his guidance and support. I know that we have much to look forward to in 2019-20 with the gavel passing to the very capable hand of Dr. Dan Wilguess. Dr. Griffin speaking with the media at the 2019 OkMOM
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GET TO KNOW YOUR INCOMING ODA PRESIDENT
DAN WILGUESS, DDS Years ago I learned to be interested, not interesting. Author Ty Bennett explained in The Power of Influence that in building relationships, it matters more to be invested and interested in the other person. By actively listening to patients, I can better understand their situations and lives. Sometimes that benefits the care I provide, and many times it also means I’ve made a new and fascinating friend.
BE INTERESTED, NOT INTERESTING. -Ty Bennett The Power of Influence
After graduating with a biology degree from Oklahoma State University, I attended the OU College of Dentistry. My professor of Oral Diagnosis, Dr. Emile Farha, taught me repeatedly to engage patients and learn about them. He insisted that knowing their stories would make me a more effective doctor.
as a friendship between classmates in dental school continues to be an important partnership in my life. We enjoy the group practice model and daily camaraderie. Success in all areas of life depends on those with whom you surround yourself. One vital piece of advice I accepted at the beginning of my career was to get trustworthy advisors to guide me through the ups and downs of business life. I enjoy patient interaction, education and treatment, so utilizing others’ knowledge was imperative. Thankfully, my dad handled my taxes until he retired, and then I handed it all over to Chuck Rahill. I assume my brother, Doug Wilguess, handles my legal affairs properly, even though he stole my candy quarter when he was seven. Family is the best part of dentistry. The greatest professional achievement is
when patients send their families and friends to see me, or when they share their family stories with my staff and me. Dentistry also allows me the time to be at the dinner table most nights with my family. Our children, Sydney and Daniel, like to quiz me about the hardest procedure of the day, or ask how big a patient smiled once a tooth was repaired. We all especially love the stories of how someone’s mouth health changed their entire life for the better! Sharing my love of dentistry with the people I love most reminds me daily of the gifts of this incredible profession. I treat patients from various nonprofits in my office, but when it comes to seeing how a few hours of dental care can transform entire lives and overall health in a big way, there is nothing better than the annual Oklahoma Mission of Mercy. I have participated in nine of the 10 events, and it is impressive how it gets more
People have always intrigued me. In my home I observed my parents, Nancy and John Wilguess, working with purpose. When I enrolled at OSU, I assumed my path was to follow my dad into accounting, as he was a professor in the OSU College of Business. During my freshman year, I realized that taking care of people was important to me, and recalling the fear of my first childhood dental visit pointed me in the direction of dentistry. I could help people pay more attention to their oral health in a happier way. When I graduated from OUCOD in 2000, I practiced as an associate with Drs. David Simon and Gary Rahill in Oklahoma City, and Dr. G.A. Razook in Stillwater. In 2004 I joined forces with Drs. Mitch Kramer and Scott Waugh to form Edmond Family Dental Designs. Last year Mitch and I bought the rest of EFDD, and what began 12 journal | March/April 2019
Dr. Dan Willguess with his wife Shannon and their two children, Daniel and Sydney
effective and efficient every year. Plus, the opportunity to work in a chair next to another Oklahoma doctor is enjoyable on a personal level. Next year OkMOM will be in Stillwater; I am thrilled that we're taking it to my hometown. Oklahoma is an outstanding place to be a dentist. The many programs coordinated by the Oklahoma Dental Association and the Oklahoma Dental Foundation (whose executive director John Wilguess is my brother) help all of us grow professionally. Our membership dues also provide for a unified and strong voice for the general public and legislators to hear. Dentists want to be chairside, so the ODA keeps us connected and better prepared to promote the advancement of our beloved profession. Families also have to stay connected, and Wilguess and Daniel spending time we do that through spending time together. together on the back patio Shannon Simon Wilguess, my wife of 22 years, encourages me in everything, including exploration, whether that is through new recipes in the kitchen or new places to travel. We focus on experiences more than things, and have been blessed to take our children, now 18 and 14, to local events and concerts, to cities across this country, and sometimes to other countries.
Wilguess and Sydney during bid day at OSU
Wilguess with his family making sushi during a cooking class at Sur La Table
For new dentists and those about to graduate from dental school, I strongly recommend immersing yourselves in organized dentistry. Establishing peer relationships is critical for new dentists. You graduate with a degree, you get your license, but then what? You need people in your life for the “what next” moments and to stay challenged as the years go by. As I become President of the ODA, I look forward to building relationships with more dentists. Let’s all be interested in impacting our profession for the good health of all Oklahomans.
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• Married the girl from across the street • Sets up "chopped" style challenges for Sydney & her friends with random items from the pantry • Took his family on a tour of Israel • Watches/plays "Jeopardy" every night with Daniel • Enjoys drinking great wine and taking trips to Napa and Sonoma with Shannon & friends to learn about the vineyards www.okda.org
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OKLAHOMA DENTAL ASSOCIATION 2019 NOMINATIONS THE COUNCIL ON NOMINATIONS NOMINATES THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS FOR VICE PRESIDENT, SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF DELEGATES AND DELEGATES TO THE ADA. THESE NOMINEES WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE HOUSE OF DELEGATES ON APRIL 25, 2019. VICE PRESIDENT IS A ONE-YEAR TERM, SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE IS A THREE-YEAR TERM AND ADA DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE DELEGATE ARE FOUR-YEAR TERMS.
VICE PRESIDENT Christopher Fagan, DDS Northwest District
Dr. Chris Fagan graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry in 2011. He is currently a member of the American Dental Association, the Oklahoma Dental Association and the Northwest District Dental Society. He has served as the President of the Northwest District of the ODA and as the President of the Garfield County Dental Society. Fagan is a fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy and the American College of Dentists. He is also a Dean’s Circle member of the J. Dean Robertson Society and has served as a trustee on the Robertson Society board. He has served on the OUCOD Alumni committee, the ODA Council on Membership and Membership Services, the ODA House of Delegates and the ODA Student Mentoring Program. He has also been a volunteer with the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy, serving as a restorative lead for three years and as the OkMOM 2019 Co-Chair. He is an advisor to the dental assisting program at the Autry Technical Center in Enid. In 2014, Fagan was recognized as the Young Dental Alumnus of the Year by the OUCOD Alumni Association. In 2017, he was honored as one of the top 10 Young Professionals under age 40 in Enid, Oklahoma. Fagan lives just outside of Enid with his wife Heather and their two boys, Cooper and Caleb. He enjoys traveling, cooking, golfing, hunting and spending time with friends and family.
ADA DELEGATE C. RIEGER WOOD III, DDS Tulsa County Dr. Rieger Wood received his Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from the University of Oklahoma in 1977 and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the OU College of Dentistry in 1981. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Oklahoma Dental Association, the Tulsa County Dental Society, and the Seattle Study Club – Charter Member Tulsa Chapter. He is a Fellow of the American College of Dentists, the International College of Dentists, and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. Wood is a member of the OU College of Dentistry Admissions Committee and is a member of the J. Dean Robertson Society Board of Trustees. He has served as assistant director of the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) Residency Program at the OU College of Dentistry, and is presently a Group Practice Director in the Comprehensive Dentistry Department at OUCOD. 14 journal | March/April 2019
In January 2019 Dean Raymond Cohlmia selected him to serve as one of the five Directors in the reorganization of the work force hierarchy, job responsibilities and clinical organization at the OUCOD. Wood is a past president of the Sunrise Rotary Club of Tulsa (1984-1985), past president of the Tulsa County Dental Society (1995-1996), and past member of the Tulsa County Dental Society Executive Board (2005). He served as Secretary/Treasurer of the Oklahoma Dental Association in 2006-2007 and as President in 2009-2010, and he chaired the first annual Oklahoma Mission of Mercy in 2010; he served as chair again for OkMOM 2015 and as co-chair for the 2017 and 2018 events. From 2010 to 2014 he served on the ADA Council on Dental Benefits Programs. While serving on CDBP he was selected to Chair the subcommittee on Quality Assessment and Improvement in 2013-14. From 20102018 he served as ADA Alternate Delegate for Oklahoma. He was recently selected to serve on the ADA Council on Members Insurance and Retirement Programs (2019-2023). He is a board member for the America's Dentists Care Foundation and is the Chair of the Dental Software Committee. He is an Elder at First Presbyterian Church, Tulsa. Wood received the A. L. Walters Memorial Award for Outstanding Tulsa Dentists in 2000. He was voted Outstanding Part-Time Instructor by the OU College of Dentistry Classes of 2006 and 2009 and Outstanding Part-Time Clinical Instructor by the Dean and Faculty in 2009. In 2010, he received the John Gawey Award for outstanding community involvement and service. In 2011 Wood was selected Oklahoma Dentist of the Year. In 2013 he was awarded the Richard T. Oliver award for legislative efforts in Oklahoma. The OUCOD Alumni Association honored him as its 2015 Alumnus of the Year. Wood maintains an active private practice in Tulsa, while working three days a week at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry.
The Council on Nominations meets annually to fill volunteer positions within the ODA. Representatives from each component dental society bring forth nominees for election by the House of Delegates. If you are interested in serving on a council, committee or office of the ODA, please contact your component president or you may notify the ODA directly.
ADA ALTERNATE DELEGATE LINDSAY SMITH, DDS Tulsa County Dr. Lindsay Smith grew up in Oologah, Oklahoma and received his bachelor’s degree in 2000 from the University of Central Oklahoma after receiving a four-year President’s Leadership Council Scholarship. In 1999 he received the John and Eleanor Kirkpatrick Student Leadership and Public Service Award. Smith was accepted into the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry’s class of 2004. During his student tenure he was active in the Christian Medical Dental Association’s medical mission trips to Bolivia (2002) and Guatemala (2003). He also participated at the Good Shepherd Mission, Give Kids a Smile Day, and numerous Staples Society activities. He received a J. Dean Robertson Society scholarship in 2003, and at his 2004 graduation he was recognized with the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Dental Implant Student Award, the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry Award, and the Academy of General Dentistry Senior Dental Student Award. He was a member of the Dean’s Honor Roll from 2000-2004. After graduating from OUCOD, Smith entered into a career in public health working for both the Cherokee Nation and Creek Nation tribal health systems as a general dentist. In September 2007, he opened his private general dental office in Bixby. In 2015, he moved his practice to Tulsa. Since graduation, Smith has held active membership in the American Dental Association, Oklahoma Dental Association, Tulsa County Dental Society, and Academy of General Dentistry. He served as Chair of the ODA’s Council on Membership and Membership Services (2009-2013) and chair of the Access to Care Committee for the Oklahoma Dental Foundation (2010-2013), and he sat on the Board of Trustees for the Oklahoma Dental Foundation for three years. He has been a member of the ODA House of Delegates since 2009. He served on the Tulsa County Dental Society Executive Committee from 2009 to 2012, and held the offices of Secretary/Treasurer, President-elect, and President. He has served on the Oklahoma Dental Association Executive Committee from 2013 to 2017 holding offices of Vice President, President-Elect, President and Immediate Past President. He currently serves as Chair of Governmental Affairs for the Oklahoma Dental Association and as Tulsa County Dental Society Trustee for the ODA Board of Trustees. Smith has been inducted into the American College of Dentists (2013), the Pierre Fauchard Academy (2014), and the International College of Dentists (2015). He is an avid volunteer of the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy and served as Co-Chair of OkMOM 2016. Smith enjoys volunteering his time at the Tulsa Catholic Charities’ Mother Teresa Dental Clinic where he supervises the fourth-year dental students externship program. Smith and his wife Brooke are the proud parents of two beautiful daughters, Ainsley and Marin. The Smith family currently resides in Tulsa.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF DELEGATES DOUGLAS AULD, DDS Eastern District Dr. Douglas Auld was born and raised in McAlester, Oklahoma, where he graduated from McAlester High School. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from the University of Oklahoma and a Doctor of Dental Science degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. Auld has been a member of the American Dental Association, Oklahoma Dental Association, and Eastern District Dental Society since 1982. He has served as a member of the Oklahoma State Board of Dentistry (2004-2007), Team Captain Examiner for the Western Regional Examining Board (2002-2011), and President of the Eastern District Dental Society (1988-1989). He served on the ODA Council on Dental Education (1986-1990), chaired the Council on Constitution and Bylaws in 1991, and has been a member of the House of Delegates since 1984. He was inducted as a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy in 1992, the American College of Dentists in 2009 and the International College of Dentists in 2011. Auld has served on the ODA Board of Trustees representing the Eastern District since 2005. He served as ODA Secretary/ Treasurer in 2008, Vice President in 2009, and President in 2011. He also served a three-year term as Speaker of the ODA House of Delegates, and he served as Chair of the 2012 Oklahoma Mission of Mercy. He currently chairs the ODA Investment Committee and serves as a member of the ODA Council on Bylaws, Policy and Ethics, Council on Governmental Affairs, Rewards Partners Committee, and the DENPAC Board of Directors. He is an action team leader for ADPAC. Auld served as an Alternate Delegate to the American Dental Association (2012-2015) before becoming a Delegate in 2016. He served on the ADA Council on Ethics, Bylaws and Judicial Affairs 2013-2016, serving as council chair in 2015-2016. During that time, he also chaired the ADA Election Commission and the Election Rules Rewrite Task Force in 2016, and served on the ADA Bylaws Task Force 2014-2017. He currently serves as Vice Chair for the 12th District of the ADA. Auld has been an associate clinical professor at the OU College of Dentistry since 2012. He served two terms on the J. Dean Robertson Society Board of Directors and has been on the OUCOD Admissions Committee since 2011. He is the OUCOD 2016 Outstanding Alumnus. He received the ODA President’s Leadership Award in 2015 and the Richard T. Oliver Legislative Award in 2016. From 1992 to 1996, Auld chaired both the McAlester Regional Health Center Authority and the McAlester Public Health Authority. He has been a member of the McAlester Scottish Rite Advisory Conference since 2005 and an Elder of the Presbyterian Church since 1984. In 2004, he was a commissioned Lay Delegate to the Presbyterian Church USA General Assembly. Auld is currently in private practice in McAlester where he resides with his wife and inspiration, Jane. They have two wonderful daughters, Emily and Elizabeth. www.okda.org
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COUNCIL NOMINATIONS THE COUNCIL ON NOMINATIONS NOMINATES THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS FOR ODA COUNCIL SERVICE. THESE NOMINEES WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE HOUSE OF DELEGATES ON APRIL 25, 2019. COUNCIL TERMS ARE THREE YEARS. FOLLOWING THE NAME OF EACH NOMINEE IS AN ABBREVIATION. THE LETTER INDICATES THE COMPONENT REPRESENTED BY THE MEMBER, THE FIRST NUMBER IS THE TERM OF OFFICE, AND THE SECOND NUMBER IS THE YEAR THE TERM EXPIRES. ADDITIONAL NOMINATIONS MAY BE PRESENTED FROM THE FLOOR OF THE HOUSE. Budget and Finance Twana Duncan (E-1-22) Robert Herman (TC-4-22) Bylaws and Rules Krista Jones (OC-2-22) Kenner Misner (TC-1-22) Kyle Shannon (TC-5-22) Dental Care Janna McIntosh (E-6-22) Hill Trammell (TC-3-22)
Standing Committee on OHCA and DHS Glenn Mead (C-1-22) Stephen Mayer (N-4-22) Brian Molloy (SW-4-22) Janna McIntosh (E-1-22) Ryan Roberts (TC-2-22) Beena Lad (TC-1-22)
Governmental Affairs Doug Auld (E-4-22) Bryan Sorgen (OC-1-22) Membership and Membership Services Nicole Nellis (TC-2-22)
Dental Education and Public Information Blaire Bowers (OC-1-22) Phoebe Vaughan (OC-2-22)
PROPOSED BYLAWS AMENDMENT THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENT TO THE ODA BYLAWS WILL BE CONSIDERED BY THE HOUSE OF DELEGATES ON APRIL 25, 2019.
Federal Dentist Member Category Background: Article III of the Bylaws lists eight (8) membership categories. There is a redundancy regarding a “Federal Dental Member” as this circumstance is also covered with the “Active Member” qualifications. Resolved, to amend the Bylaws, Article III, Section 2 by striking: E. Federal Dentist Member: 1. A dentist working within the federal dental services, in the territorial jurisdiction of Oklahoma, but not licensed in the state of Oklahoma. 2. A federal dentist paying ODA dues will be considered an active member.
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What is a Brand? The name of your business should support and enhance your brand. But what is a brand? And how does it differ from, or assist in, marketing? For those who aren’t marketing professionals, the concept of branding your practice can be hard to define and challenging to grasp. When done properly, branding can be highly tangible, easy to define, and measurable. Simply put, a brand is a business’s image, reputation and value proposition. It’s the image or emotion a person experiences when they hear a name or see an image associated with the name. It’s the impression people experience based on what they’ve heard or seen about you, your team, the type of care you provide, etc. People “perceive” a brand and “see” the tangible elements – the business' name, logo and tagline – that communicate and support it. Every business, including every dental practice, has a brand regardless of whether or not they’ve consciously worked to create and/or promote it. The purpose of the brand is to tell current and prospective patients how your practice is different from others in the area and what you can deliver that others can’t. Your brand, and all of the elements and materials that support it, should be developed with the purpose of appealing to patients. It’s possible that what appeals to patients may not appeal to you and, in many ways, it shouldn’t. Whether a brand evokes good or bad impressions depends on whether the business has fulfilled the expectations created through its marketing, its interactions with patients and others in the community, and its online presence. Positive branding creates favorable impressions and can help build your business through patient word of mouth that’s supported by other marketing tactics. Negative branding can prevent people from seeing you for dental care because they’re not sure what makes you different from another dentist or whether you’ll deliver on the promises made through your brand and your marketing.
Because your brand conveys who you are, it’s important to invest some time and effort to make sure it fosters positive images among current and prospective patients. Even if you don’t actively market the practice, it’s important for you to be aware of your brand and to make sure it presents the image that you want to project. You should also make sure that the brand is consistent across all of your information, including signage, your website, print materials, social media presence, etc. Inconsistent branding can confuse patients and make them wonder how – and whether – your practice really is different from others. Have someone on staff collect all the materials you share with or send to patients and others, including other dentists, colleagues and anyone else. Examine each one carefully to determine whether your brand is portrayed consistently across all of them or whether any need tweaking or redesigning to ensure that you’re presenting a single impression, or brand, through all of them. More information about branding best practices can be found in other articles in this module, including Your Logo and
Tagline and Your Brand and the Name of Your Practice. Copyright © 2019 American Dental Association. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission. For additional resources on how to grow your practice, visit the ADA’s Center for Professional Success at ada.org/success.
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OKLAHOMA DENTAL ASSOCIATION
Annual Meeting PARTNERS IN PROGRESS APRIL 26 - 27
TULSA, OK
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:
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REGISTER ONLINE:
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Annual Meeting Continuing Education
Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell
Opening Session: A Boots-on-the-Ground OK Legislative Update 1 CE Hour Friday, April 26 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Amy Kirsch
Top 5 Strategies for Success 2 CE Hours
The High Performing Dental Team 3 CE Hours
Friday, April 26 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday, April 26 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Diana Batoon, DMD
Wake Up Your Practice to Dental Sleep Medicine for You and Your Team (Lecture) 3 CE Hours
Wake Up Your Practice to Dental Sleep Medicine for You and Your Team (Hands-On) 2.5 CE Hours
Friday, April 26 Lecture: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Friday, April 26 Hands on: 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wendy Kelly, CFP
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Friday, April 26 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday, April 26 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
One Size Does Not Fit All - Practice Transitions of All Shapes and Sizes and Making it Work for You 2.5 CE Hours
Oklahoma Study Clubs Presenting Their Most Interesting Cases 2 CE Hours
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Contemporary Esthetics for Everyday Practice: Convenient Techniques to Make Your Practice More Profitable 6 CE Hours Saturday, April 27 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Edie Gibson, RDH, MS
Smoking Out the REAL TRUTH! Exposing the Adverse Effects of Vaping, Marijuana and Other Addictive Drugs 3 CE Hours Saturday, April 27 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Repair, Replace or Regenerate? Demystifying Implant Maintenance 3 CE Hours Saturday, April 27 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hygienists’ Lunch and Learn with Angie Wallace An Update in Laser-Assisted Dental Hygiene 1.5 CE Hours Friday, April 26 12:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
ODA Breakfast and Learn Various Topics 1.5 CE Hours
Saturday, April 27 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
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Human Resources Policies and Procedures: What Is Legal May Not Be Ethical or Even Advisable! Larry Cassil 1.5 CE Hours Saturday, April 27 12:15 p.m.- 1:45 p.m.
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Opioid Mitigation for the Management of Acute Dental Pain Dr. Ray Beddoe 1.5 CE Hours Saturday, April 27 12:15 p.m.- 1:45 p.m.
2019 ANNUAL MEETING REGISTRATION Your registration must be postmarked on or before March 15, 2019 to qualify for “early-bird” prices.
II. REGISTRATION FEES
Pre-registration closes at midnight April 17, 2019. Any registration not postmarked by April 15, 2019 should be held and completed on site.
Please choose the category that best fits the registrant. If unsure of the proper category, please contact the ODA at 405-848-8873. Membership will be verified for each ODA registrant.
REGISTER ONLINE
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REGISTER BY MAIL Mail completed form with payment to: Oklahoma Dental Association 317 NE 13th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73104 ONLY ONE REGISTRANT PER REGISTRATION FORM Please copy this form for additional registrations.
To edit your registration, please contact the ODA at 405-8488873. To cancel your registration, the ODA will refund your registration fee, less a $30 administration fee, if a written request is delivered to the Executive Director or postmarked no later than April 15, 2019. There will be no exceptions. All persons who register for this meeting acknowledge reading and agreeing to this statement: “This function’s planners claim and assume no liability for the acts of meeting suppliers, nor for the safety of any attendee, or spouse, child or guest of an attendee, while in transit to or from this event. Attendees and participants in any event, including but not limited to those which may require or feature physical activity, assume all risk and liability associated with such activity.” The presentations of the clinicians in no way imply endorsement of any product, technique, or service presented during the courses. The Oklahoma Dental Association specifically disclaims responsibility for any material presented.
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III. PURCHASE / RESERVE TICKETS
CE COURSES & EVENT TICKETS - Please check each event and scientific session you plan to attend Friday, April 26, 2019
On/Before 3-15-19
On/After 3-16-19
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On/Before 3-15-19
Saturday April 27, 2019
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On/After 3-16-19
Opening Session: A Boots on the Ground OK Legislative Update (Pinnell) 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM FREE FREE $________
ODA Breakfast and Learn Presentations on various dental advancements 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM $58
$68
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ODAA Sponsored Course: The Team as an Extension of the Brand (Due) 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM $15 $25 $________
ODAA Sponsored Course: Digital Dentistry (Sakka) 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM $15
$25
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The High Performing Dental Team (Kirsch) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM FREE
Contemporary Esthetics for Everyday Practice (Shah) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM & FREE FREE 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Wake Up Your Practice to Dental Sleep Medicine for You and Your Team (Batoon) 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM FREE FREE $________ Dental Hygienists’ Lunch and Learn: An Update in Laser Assisted Dental Hygiene (Wallace) 12:45 PM - 2:15 PM $50 $60 $________ ODAA Sponsored Course: Infection Control (Nabors) 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM $20
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One Size Does Not Fit All - Practice Transitions of All Shapes and Sizes and Making it Work For You (Kelly) 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM FREE FREE $________ Top 5 Strategies for Success (Kirsch) 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Wake Up Your Practice to Dental Sleep Medicine for You and Your Team Hands-On (Limited registration to first 25) (Batoon) 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM $85 $95 $________ Oklahoma Stampede (Various Speakers/Topics) 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Mail completed form with payment to: Oklahoma Dental Association 317 NE 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104 ONLY ONE REGISTRANT PER REGISTRATION FORM. PLEASE COPY THIS FORM FOR ADDITIONAL REGISTRATIONS. TO REGISTER BY MAIL, PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED IN FULL AND PAYMENT MAY ONLY BE MADE BY CHECK. Pre-registration closes at midnight April 17, 2019. Any registration postmarked after April 15, 2019 should be held and completed on-site.
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The New Oklahoma Stampede FRIDAY, APRIL 26 | 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. TWO (2) CE HOURS Study clubs and specialists from around the state will present their most interesting cases in this interactive session. Attendees will have a choice between a variety of speakers and topics in a casual, round-table atmosphere. This course will take place in the Exhibit Hall.
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LEGISLATIVE LOOP Legislative Overview & Political Update
Fighting For You The ODA is running two important pieces of legislation this session: HB 1157: Virtual Credit Card Notification
by Representative Rande Worthen In recent years, insurance companies have started paying providers using electronic payments – electronic funds transfers (“EFT”) and virtual credit cards. Although providers currently have the ability to request physical checks, many are unaware that this option exists. This bill simply ensures that insurance companies cannot require a provider to accept one form of payment and also requires insurance companies to inform providers that they have the ability to choose receiving electronic payments or physical checks.
What is a Virtual Credit Card Payment? A virtual credit card works
the same way as a physical credit card. Rather than presenting a physical card, the insurance company issues a singleuse series of numbers associated with the payment of health care services performed by a provider and chargeable to a predetermined dollar amount. The provider then enters the numbers into a credit card terminal or web portal, and the payment is transferred to the provider’s designated account.
Why is this an issue for providers?
Like any other credit card transaction, there is typically a processing fee associated with virtual credit card payments, which can range from 2.5%-5% on the underlying charge. This means that whenever a provider is reimbursed by an insurance company, 2.5%-5% is automatically subtracted from that reimbursement payment. For example, if a practice bills $1,000,000/year and only accepts virtual credit card payments, that is an automatic expense of $25,000-$50,000/year for that practice.
for this information.
Which providers are covered by this bill? Physicians, dentists, podiatrists,
pharmacists, optometrists, psychologists, registered opticians, licensed professional counselors, physical therapists, chiropractors, hospitals, or other entity or person who is licensed or otherwise authorized in this state to furnish health care services.
Does the bill prohibit insurance companies from reimbursing providers with virtual credit cards?
No. The bill simply says that an insurance company cannot require a provider to accept a virtual credit card as the only form of payment.
What other requirements are in the bill? Prior to paying a provider
electronically, an insurance company must: (1) Notify the provider if any fees are associated with a particular payment method, and (2) Provide clear instructions as to how to select an alternate payment method. And, the transparency notice requirements in the bill may not be
waived by the contract.
SB 948: Prior Authorization / Confirmation of Coverage on Which Patients Can Rely
by Senator Dave Rader Patients with dental insurance routinely find it difficult to ascertain exactly what procedures and/or what portion of the costs their plans will cover. While clinical factors determine what treatment options are viable for a dental condition, out-of-pocket costs are often a factor in deciding between multiple treatment options (including delaying treatment or opting against it entirely). Patients will often rely on the information in a prior authorization (P.A.)
It would appear reasonable to assume that a P.A. indicating the insurer will reimburse “x” amount for a specific procedure on a specific patient means a claim subsequently filed for that procedure and patient will in fact be paid in “x” amount. However, the actual claims that are filed once the work is complete are often denied. Patients understandably are surprised when this happens – and are often angry. They may express that anger by refusing to pay the dentist. Even if they are willing to pay, the unexpected cost may pose a real problem. • Obtaining a P.A. generally requires the dentist to submit all the information that would typically accompany a claim. Therefore, it certainly wouldn’t seem unreasonable for an insurer to stand by the reimbursement information in a P.A., especially since SB 948 includes commonsense exceptions negotiated with insurers. • Even if the “fine print” on a predetermination, pre-treatment estimate, etc. states that it is not a guarantee of payment (or similar), it LOOKS just like a P.A. So, patients (and dentists) have a hard time understanding how a document that spells out in detail how much the insurer will pay on a claim is all but meaningless. • The software used in the vast majority of dental offices can access most benefit information from a patient’s plan. And patients can look at their policies. So, there is minimal value to a predetermination, pre-treatment estimate, etc. that states only what MIGHT be paid. What patients need and seek are prior authorizations with payment information they can count on. Also, when a dentist obtains confirmation of coverage/benefits from an insurance company, then performs a procedure and files a claim that is paid, SB 948
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would prevent that claim from later being recouped if the insurer says the patient didn’t actually have the coverage/benefits the insurer said the patient did at the time the dentist checked. • Just as the patient has little choice but to rely upon the P.A. to obtain financial information critical to his/her decision
TOBACCO STOPS WITH ME SENATE APPROVES BILL TO BAN VAPING IN SCHOOLS
The Oklahoma Senate passed a bill that would ban the use of vaping products on school campuses and events. Senate Bill 33, drafted by Sen. J.J. Dossett, D-Owasso, was passed by a 45-1 vote. It now heads to the House for consideration.
OKLAHOMA CONSIDERS RAISING LEGAL TOBACCO AGE TO 21
making, a dentist has little choice but to rely on the insurance company for coverage/eligibility information. If the insurer makes a mistake and a patient truly isn’t covered and eligible for benefits, it’s hardly fair to make the dentist return the payment for treatment that has already been provided.
legally purchasing tobacco from 18 to 21. The initiative was launched in an effort to reduce youth access to tobacco products as well as the $1.6 billion in tobacco-related healthcare costs covered annually by Oklahoma taxpayers.
SB 948 will require insurance companies to stand by their prior authorization and confirmation of coverage determinations. Contact Lynn Means, ODA Executive Director, at lmeans@okda.org with any questions about the ODA Legislative agenda.
The ODA is engaged in an ongoing partnership with TSET and supports these healthy initiatives. Learn more at stopswithme.com.
HB2288 "OKLAHOMA WORKPLACE CLEAN AIR ACT" PASSES OUT OF HOUSE COMMITTEE
Oklahoma legislators consider removing loopholes from Oklahoma clean indoor air laws. Learn more about the importance of clean indoor air.
Rep. Ben Loring submitted House Bill 2317 to raise Oklahoma’s minimum age for
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CAPITOL CLUB Dr. Jeffrey Ahlert Dr. Errol Allison Dr. Jim Ambrose Dr. Glenn Ashmore Dr. Douglas Auld Dr. Michael Auld Dr. Tamara Berg Dr. Bryan Blankenship Dr. Blaire Bowers Dr. Ryan Brackett Dr. C. Todd Bridges Dr. Matthew Bridges Dr. Steven Brown Dr. Adam Bulleigh Dr. Patricia Cannon
THANK YOU TO THESE 2019 DENPAC CAPITOL CLUB MEMBERS!
Dr. Wuse Cara Dr. John Carletti Dr. Bobby Carmen Dr. Adam Cohlmia Dr. Matthew Cohlmia Dr. Raymond Cohlmia Dr. Susan Davis Dr. Ana Dotson Dr. Brian Drew Dr. Heath Evans Dr. Barry Farmer Dr. Chad Garrison Dr. Stephen Gray Dr. Clark Grilliot Dr. Mark Hanstein
Dr. Leslie Hardy Dr. Aaron Harman Dr. Edward Harroz Dr. Richard Haught Dr. Robert Herman Dr. Jeffrey Hermen Dr. Randi Hobbs Dr. James Hooper Dr. Brad Hoopes Dr. Donald Johnson Dr. Katherine Johnson Dr. Krista Jones Dr. Michael Kirk Dr. Mitchell Kramer Dr. Larry Lavelett
Dr. Robert Livingston Dr. Juan Lopez Dr. Gary Lott Dr. Kevin Mailot Dr. David Marks Dr. Stephen Mayer Dr. Robert Miracle Dr. Mohsen Moosavi Dr. Robert Morford Dr. Paul Mullasseril Dr. Lisa Nowlin Dr. Erin Roberts-Svob Dr. Brant Rouse Dr. Miranda Ruleford Dr. Andrea Scoville
Dr. Gregory Shanbour Dr. Paul Shadid Dr. David Simon Dr. Steffan Sigler Dr. James Strand Dr. Jim Taylor Dr. James Torchia Dr. Jonah Vandiver Dr. Nathan Villines Dr. Robert Webb Dr. Daniel Wilguess Dr. William Yadon
OKCapitol Club is for that “ABC” group of DENPAC members; or those who want to be “ABOVE AND BEYOND CONTRIBUTORS.” OKCapitol Club members truly understand the importance of the ODA’s participation in the political process and want to support candidates who are committed to the state’s oral health and the issues that affect your practice. OKCapitol Club members support those efforts even more by contributing an additional $300 to DENPAC ($470 total) per year. For more information about Capitol Club, contact Lynn Means at 800-876-8890 or lmeans@okda.org.
DENPAC Grand Level DENPAC funds our voice. Without our input, legislators are merely making decisions based on what sounds good, what makes the fewest people angry, or what is easiest for them. Whether you like it or not, the campaign contributions we make to dentistry-friendly candidates are what open those lines of communication. It’s what reminds legislators once they’re in office to go directly to the ODA for information, and not somewhere else. For more information about DENPAC, contact Lynn Means at 800-876-8890 or lmeans@okda.org.
THANK YOU TO THESE 2019 DENPAC GRAND ($1,000) LEVEL MEMBERS! Dr. Douglas Auld Dr. Matthew Cohlmia Dr. Mark Hanstein
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Meet the 2019 ODA Leadership Academy Class! The Oklahoma Dental Association’s Leadership Academy is a statewide program to develop future leaders in organized dentistry and educate them on the foundational keys to its success. The Academy is designed to be a series of courses that challenge and educate the candidates in order to prepare future leaders at the national, state and local Component levels. Candidates should have a sincere interest in strengthening their community and the dental profession. Please join us in welcoming the 2019 Leadership Academy Class!
TABITHA ARIAS
NICOLE CHUNG
- Graduate of the University of
- Graduate of Arizona School of Dentistry
Oklahoma College of Dentistry
- Practices in Oklahoma City - Leadership Academy has provided a very unique opportunity. It has given me the opportunity to not only connect with other new dentist leaders but to further advance my understanding of organized dentistry. I am excited for the future of the dental profession especially with our ODA leadership lighting the path.
- Endodontist in Midwest City - I believe organized dentistry is influential in achieving a common goal of providing the best care for our patients and our community. I am hoping to learn effective leadership techniques and methods that will help me to be successful in not only my private practice, but also ways to contribute to the future growth of our dental profession.
- I am a wife and dog mom to 4 girls (Elle, Khloe, Juno and Wrigley). My husband and I love to travel and are big sports fans. Our favorite teams are the Sooners, the Thunder and the Rams (though I am a Rams fan by marriage).
- My family is the most important to me. My husband and dog, Bella, bring joy and laughter into my life on a daily basis. We are also lucky to be so close with our extended families even though they live states away. I always look forward to our family visits as they are always filled with love, fun, and a healthy dose of silliness.
MOIZ HORANI
MOHSEN MOOSAVI
- Graduate of the USC School of Dentistry
- Graduate of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry
- Practices in Muskogee - To interact with the leadership of the ODA and further develop leadership skills that will enable our local, state, and national levels of organized dentistry to continue having a positive impact on our profession. - Outside of the office, family is most important to me whether it be those I’m related to by blood or the dental family that I work with. I like to treat everyone that I’m close to like they are family. 30 journal | March/April 2019
- Practices in Tulsa - I would like to be more involved with the ODA and ADA because of my passion for organized dentistry - Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with loved ones and traveling as much as I can.
LEAHA NELS
LAUREN NICHOLS
- Graduate of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry
- Graduate of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry
- Practices in Midwest City
- Practices in Tulsa
- I am excited to see the many people and roles that make organized dentistry in Oklahoma possible. I want to be active in the ODA in the future and this is a great way to determine the best way for me to be involved.
- Through the Leadership Academy, I am hoping to learn more about how the ODA advocates for dentists within my community through the Legislature, member benefits, and event networking.
- Outside of the office, I enjoy working out.
- Outside of the office, I have the most supportive family and my dog, Bailey, is my #1 sidekick!
DAULTON ROBERTS
GREGORY SHANBOUR
- Graduate of LECOM School of Dental Medicine
- Graduate of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry
- Practices in Enid
- Periodontist in Oklahoma City and Clinton
- The Leadership Academy is a great opportunity to network with other dentists and to meet the people who are on the front lines of organized dentistry, working on behalf of all the dental professionals in Oklahoma. - Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my wife, Katherine, and our dog, Maggie. I try to go fly fishing every chance I get, and we love to spend time in Colorado.
- What I am hoping to gain from the Leadership Academy is knowledge, experience and skills to become a leader for dentists and specialists in Oklahoma. - Outside of the office, I enjoy playing golf when the weather is nice!
STEFFAN SIGLER - Graduate of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry - Practices in Edmond - I am hoping to learn more about how the ODA continues to protect our wonderful profession, and find an area where I can contribute or continue the amazing work of my predecessors that have given so much. - Outside of the office, I love traveling and experiencing new adventures with my wife, Stacy. We just adopted two puppies, Pippa and Gryff, so I’m officially a fur dad. And I love cooking - Italian, French, and Japanese cuisine.
For more information on the ODA Leadership Academy or how to become more involved in the Association, please contact ODA Director of Membership Kylie Ethridge at 405.848.8873 or kethridge@okda.org.
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ODA FEATURE
It’s Time to Brush Up on HPV
Anita Chaphekar, DO, Pediatric Resident PGY-2; OUHSC & Amy B. Middleman, MD, MSEd, MPH, Professor of Pediatrics; OUHSC HPV (human papillomavirus) is a group of viruses that causes genital warts and different types of cancers including cancers of the oropharynx, cervix, vagina, vulva, penis, and anus. HPV is spread through intimate skin-to-skin contact such as during vaginal, anal, or oral sex.1 A person does not need to have signs or symptoms of HPV for the virus to be spread. The CDC estimates that 80% of people will become infected with HPV in their lifetime.1 In the majority of instances, the person will be able to clear the HPV infection. However, infections can cause genital warts in lowrisk HPV types (types 6 and 11) and cancer in high-risk types (types 16 and 18). Between 2011 and 2015, about 13 out of every 100,000 people in the state of Oklahoma were diagnosed with a cancer associated with HPV.2 This rate is the 13th highest in the nation. Additionally, HPV is responsible for approximately 12,900 oropharyngeal cancers every year in both men and women in the United States.3 HPV is thought to be responsible for 70% of all oropharyngeal cancers.2 Oropharyngeal cancers associated with HPV typically develop in the throat, base of the tongue, or tonsils. There are known risk factors for the development of oropharyngeal cancers including alcohol and tobacco exposure. The incidence of oral cancer has decreased as tobacco exposure has decreased.4 However, the incidence of HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancers (one of the most common types of HPV-associated cancers) is on the rise. 4 According to the Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer when examining all HPV-associated cancers, in 2009 there was a greater percentage of new cases of oropharyngeal cancer (37%) compared to new cases of cervical cancer (32%). 5 With the growing prevalence of HPVassociated cancers in young non-smokers and non-drinkers, the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs is taking notice and urging dental providers to not only teach their patients about HPV and cancer of 34 journal | March/April 2019
the oropharynx but also to educate them about the relationship between the two.6 Although 5 Key Points that Dental Professionals Need to Know the prevention of oropharyngeal cancer is not yet a specific indication for the HPV vaccine, data OPC is also known OPC incidence is 8 out of 10 people HPV causes 70% You are the key to does support that the HPV cancer prevention. as squamous cell rapidly increasing. will contract of OPCs in the US. carcinoma of the This cancer is hard the Human HPV type 16 (which vaccine prevents infection pharynx, including to detect before Papillomavirus is covered by HPV the base of the it spreads. (HPV) at some point vaccine) causes with the common subtongue and tonsils. in their lives and 60% of all OPCs. some will develop types of HPV (types 16 cancer. Everyone is at risk. and 18) known to cause 70% 7-8 oropharyngeal cancer. A double-blind controlled clinical trial conducted by Herrero et al. 9 found a reduced prevalence of oral HPV infection four years after women Dental professionals should recommend the HPV vaccine received the bivalent and refer patients to their pediatrician to get vaccinated. HPV vaccine compared For More Information: aap.org/oralhealth • aap.org/hpvtoolkit • email: HPV@aap.org to women in the control group that did not receive the HPV vaccine. This coverage with 58.5% of males and females study suggests protection ages 13 to 17 receiving more than one HPV against oral HPV types 16 and 18 infection vaccine in the year 2017. 2 after receiving the HPV vaccine. A study 10 conducted by Chaturvedi et al. examined The CDC recommends that all children self-reported HPV vaccination status of ages 11 and 12 get two doses of the HPV men and women ages 18 to 33 years and vaccine six to twelve months apart. compared the rates of infection between Adolescents 15 years of age and older who those who were vaccinated and those who have not previously completed the HPV had not been vaccinated. The study found a vaccine series should receive three doses of reduced prevalence of oral HPV infections the vaccine at 0, 1, and 6 months. Women due to the HPV genotypes in the vaccine of through age 26 and men through age 21 those who reported receiving at least one who have not previously been vaccinated dose of the vaccine. are recommended by the CDC to receive
Oropharyngeal Cancer (OPC) and HPV Prevention in Children
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The incidence of OPC has overtaken that of cervical cancer. Be sure to screen your patients for oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers.
Everyone is at risk for OPC, but middle-aged white men are at higher risk. Unlike oral cavity cancers, smoking and drinking are not common risk factors for OPC.
Although OPC is highly treatable, the treatment and the side effects are severe.
of OPC
HPV vaccine safely and effectively prevents infection by the major cancer-causing HPV types.
Recommend the HPV vaccine to boys and girls ages 11 – 12. Every visit on or after the 9th birthday is an opportunity to recommend the vaccine.
This factsheet is supported by the Grant or Cooperative Agreement Number, 6 NH23IP000952-04-01, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Department of Health and Human Services. The recommendations in this publication do not indicate an exclusive course of treatment or serve as a standard of medical care. Variations, taking into account individual circumstances, may be appropriate. This fact sheet has been developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The authors, editors, and contributors are expert authorities in the field of pediatrics. No commercial involvement of any kind has been solicited or accepted in the development of the content of this publication. Copyright © 2018 American Academy of Pediatrics. You may download or print from our website for personal reference only. To reproduce in any form for commercial purposes, please contact the American Academy of Pediatrics.
The only HPV vaccine currently available in the United States is the 9-valent HPV vaccine. This vaccine protects against nine HPV types, including seven of those that can cause cancer. Of the 32,500 HPVrelated cancers every year, 30,000 are caused by strains that can be prevented with the 9-valent HPV vaccine. 11 The CDC identifies the vaccine as a primary cancer prevention tool with over 90% of HPVrelated cancers. 12 The state of Oklahoma is among the bottom 20% of states nationwide when it comes to HPV vaccination
the vaccine. 11 It is also recommended for the following people through age 26: any male wishing to get vaccinated, young men who have sex with men, young adults who are transgender, and young adults with immunocompromising conditions, such as HIV. 11 The FDA has recently approved use of the vaccine for persons through age 45. The HPV vaccine is fully covered for those with insurance. Children ages 18 and younger without insurance can receive the HPV vaccine at no cost through the Vaccines for Children program. 11
The most common side effects of the HPV vaccine include soreness, redness or swelling at the injection site.11 Other potential side effects include dizziness, fainting, nausea and headache.11 Serious side effects are not associated with the vaccine, and its benefits far outweigh potential risks. Dentists and dental hygienists play a pivotal role in the prevention of HPVrelated oropharyngeal cancers. At the 2018 American Dental Association Annual Meeting, the ADA House of Delegates passed a resolution recognizing the HPV vaccine as a way to prevent HPV infections that are associated with oropharyngeal cancer. 13 The ADA wants dentists on the front line of HPV vaccine support and administration. During routine dental visits starting at the age of 9 or 10, dentists can discuss HPV-related cancers as well as the HPV vaccination with pediatric patients and their parents. Dentists are primed to help in prevention efforts. Along with discussing risk factors for oral cancer such as tobacco and alcohol during a routine dental visit, dentists should ask about sexual behavior including oral sexual behavior. Studies have shown that among men, oral HPV-16 infection significantly increases with the number of oral sexual partners.4,14 Additionally, dentists can help address knowledge gaps that patients have regarding HPV and oropharyngeal cancer as well as raise awareness of the HPV vaccine. The CDC describes six reasons why children should get the HPV vaccine.12 These six reasons can be a great launching pad for a conversation with patients and parents about the vaccine. 1. HPV is common. About 14 million Americans, including teenagers, become infected with HPV every year. The CDC estimates that 80% of people will get an HPV infection in their lifetime. Our immune systems will be able to fight off most HPV infections people acquire. However, the infections that do not go away can cause different types of cancers as previously explained. 2. HPV vaccination works. The CDC reports that HPV infections with the types that cause the most HPV-related cancers and genital warts have decreased 71% among teenage girls over the past ten years since the HPV vaccine was introduced. 3. HPV vaccination is cancer prevention. The CDC estimates that 31,200 cases (over
90%) of cancers caused by HPV can be prevented by getting the HPV vaccine. 4. Preventing cancer is better than treating it. Currently, the only routine screening for HPV-related cancers is for cervical cancer. The other HPV-related cancers may not be diagnosed or detected until they cause health problems. 5. The HPV vaccine can be given with other recommended vaccines at age 11-12 years. Children 11-12 years of age can get the HPV vaccine at the same time as vaccines for meningitis and whooping cough. All of these vaccines can be obtained during a child’s annual checkup or sports physical. 6. HPV vaccination provides safe, effective, and long-lasting protection. The HPV vaccine has been recommended for over ten years and continued research and monitoring has taken place. Over 100 million doses of the vaccine have been distributed, and data continue to show the safety and efficacy of this vaccine. As healthcare professionals in Oklahoma, it is our job to inform our patients and their families of HPV and the benefits of getting the HPV vaccine. Anita Chaphekar, DO, BS, is a second- year pediatric resident at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. She received her bachelor of science degree at the University of Tulsa and her osteopathic medical degree at Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Chaphekar has a passion for ensuring every child receives quality healthcare, including vaccinations. She has volunteered at various immunization drives and currently serves on the Patient Care Committee at The Children’s Hospital in Oklahoma City. Her primary research interest is in the area of medical education. She was awarded the Children’s Hospital Foundation Research Grant in 2018 to develop and implement a palliative care curriculum in her pediatric residency program. Dr. Chaphekar will serve as Chief Resident in Pediatrics in 2020-2021 and hopes to stay in Oklahoma to pursue a career in academic pediatric medicine. Amy B. Middleman, MD, MSEd, MPH, is a professor of pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma Children’s Physicians in Oklahoma City, where she also serves as medical director of the
Adolescent Medical Clinic and chief of the section of adolescent medicine. In addition, Dr. Middleman is a clinical professor in the Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine – Wichita, University of Kansas Medical Center in Wichita, serving as volunteer faculty. She is board certified through the American Board of Pediatrics in adolescent medicine.Dr. Middleman has participated in or served as principal investigator for multiple grants focusing on adolescent immunization. She has authored or co-authored numerous articles on adolescent immunization and adolescent health in journals such as Pediatrics, Journal of Adolescent Health, Journal of School Health, and Vaccine. Dr. Middleman has served as the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine’s liaison to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention since 2004. She recently served six years on the editorial board of the American Academy of Pediatrics PREP: Adolescent Medicine, and currently serves on the editorial boards of Infectious Diseases News and Infectious Diseases in Children. References: 1. cdc.gov/hpv/parents/whatishpv [Internet]. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; c2018 [cited 27 November 2018]. Available from https://www.cdc.gov/hpv/ parents/whatishpv.html 2. cdc.gov/cancer/hpv/statistics/state [Internet]. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; c2018 [cited November 2018]. Available from https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/ hpv/statistics/state/index.htm 3. cdc.gov/hpv/hcp/hpv-important [Internet]. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; c2018 [cited November 2018]. Available from https://www.cdc.gov/hpv/hcp/ hpv-important.html 4. Vázquez-Otero, C, Vamos, C, Thompson, E, Merrell, L, Daley, E. Assessing dentists’ human papillomavirus–related health literacy for oropharyngeal cancer prevention. The Journal of the American Dental Association. 2018 January:149(1):9-17. 5. Jemal A, Simard E, Dorell C, Noone A, Markowitz L, Kohler B, et al. Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer, 1975-2009, featuring the burden and trends in human. J Natl Cancer Inst. 2013 Feb 6;105(3):175-201. doi: 10.1093/jnci/djs491. Epub 2013 Jan 7. papillomavirus(HPV)-associated cancers and HPV vaccination coverage levels. 6. ada.org [Internet]. American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs; c2018 [cited November 2018]. Available from https://www.ada.org/en/about-the-ada/ ada-positions-policies-and-statements/statement-on-human-papillomavirus-andsquamous-cel 7. Kline N, Vamosa C, Thompson E, Catalanottob F, Petrilaa J, DeBatea R, et. al. Are dental providers the next line of HPV-related prevention? Providers’ perceived role and needs. Papilloma Virus Research. 2018;5:104-108. 8. Gillison M, Human papillomavirus-associated head and neck cancer is a distinct epidemiologic, clinical, and molecular entity, Semin. Oncol. 2004;31(6):744–754 9. Herrero R, Quint W, Hildesheim A, Gonzalez P, Struijk L, et al. Reduced Prevalence of Oral Human Papillomavirus (HPV) 4 years after Bivalent HPV Vaccination in a Randomized Clinical Trial in Costa Rica. PLoS ONE. 2013;8(7): e68329. doi. 10.1371/ journal.pone.0068329 10. Chaturvedi A, Graubard B, Broutian T, Pickard R, Tong Z, Xiao W, Kahle L, Gillison M. Effect of Prophylactic Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination on Oral HPV Infections Among Young Adults in the United States. Journal of Clinical Oncology. 2017;36(3):262-267. 11. cdc.gov/hpv/hcp/need-to-know [Internet]. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; c2018 [cited November 2018]. Available from https://www.cdc.gov/hpv/ hcp/need-to-know.pdf 12. cdc.gov/hpv/inforgraphics/vacc-six-reasons [Internet]. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; c2018 [cited November 2018]. Available from https://www.cdc.gov/hpv/ infographics/vacc-six-reasons.html 13. Manchir M. ADA adopts policy supporting HPV vaccine. ADA News [Internet]. 2018 October [cited November 2018]. Available from https://www.ada.org/en/ publications/ada-news/2018-archive/october/ada-adopts-policy-supporting-hpvvaccine 14. D’Souza G, Wentz A, Kluz N, et al. Sex differences in risk factors and natural history of oral human papillomavirus infection. J Infect Dis. 2016;213(12):1893-1896.
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A CYBER CASE STUDY BY 3000 INSURANCE GROUP
Is a cyber incident something you want to self-insure and manage? Consider the following story of one of our dental practice clients:
THE BACKGROUND
This practice is an ideal customer; insurance is an important resource for their business, they regularly consult with their agent, they take recommendations to heart, and they consider quality more important than price. Their practice management system is well known by dentists, and their IT team is well-known and highly recommended in their area. The backup system they use is nationally known and one of the largest in the United States. In other words, they were doing everything right, but….
THE EVENT
One day in December 2018, the office manager opened her workstation to find a nearly blank screen with a small window stating, “Your data is encrypted. There is nothing you can do. Do not try to recreate your files. Follow this link to have your data restored.” The link led to an email address. After waiting eight hours, the following message appeared: “Send 4.5 bitcoins to this link and your data will be restored.” If you’re wondering, 4.5 bitcoins is approximately $14,000 USD. The dentists discussed their options with their IT professionals, the practice management system flew techs in, and the backup company was called. The backup company was not concerned because they were performing daily backups, and assured them that their data could be restored from the previous day’s backup. As a result, no bitcoins were sent to the data-nappers.
THE SURPRISE
Unfortunately, it turned out that the backup company had not backed up the practice data for two weeks. Two weeks of patient charts, appointment changes, treatment plans, images, bookkeeping, and everything the practice needed to see patients that day and going forward. They were forced to send patients home and develop a plan to get back up and running.
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THE DAMAGE
All workstations had to be wiped clean. Programs had to be reinstalled. Personal information was lost. Patients had to be notified, but how would the practice reach them if they didn’t have access to their contact information? Basically, the practice had to rebuild their computer system from scratch. They had to figure out how and what to bill or not bill, or if they had filed with insurance companies yet. They had to recreate treatment plans and try to determine where they left off with ongoing treatments. They dedicated two employees for several weeks to recreate files using what paper information was available. There is no silver lining, nothing that reached out of the sky to assist the practice. They lost income and patients.
THE INSURANCE
Their Business Owners Policy didn’t have any cyber liability protection. Their Professional Liability had $50,000 reimbursement for limited cyber incidents. A claim has been filed and they will likely be reimbursed for some of the damages. They had been offered stand-alone Cyber Liability Insurance, but never purchased a policy because they didn’t think they needed it, based on the proactive measures they were taking and assurances from their vendors. Such a policy would likely have
cost them $800-$1,500/year and provided immediate access to a cyber coach to respond to the ransom demand, evaluate the restoration of their data, coordinate a plan, as well as pay to recreate data and files, send any required notifications to patients, address loss of income and property damage, and engage public relations services to maintain the practice’s reputation.
THE HINDSIGHT
Know that this is happening to your peers, your patients/clients, and the places with whom you do business. Understand that this can happen to you, and you need to protect yourself. Use a real-time, redundant backup system if possible, and regularly test that backup system. Protect your data. Make sure you’ve installed the latest updates, especially security-related updates. Create a security and disaster recovery plan, and share that plan with your staff and vendors. Insure against cyber incidents. For more information, contact 3000 Insurance Group at www.3000ig.com, info@3000ig.com or 405.521.1600.
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HYGIENE HOTSPOT Mary Hamburg, DDS, MS
The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) has gone and done it. They decided that new information emerging since 1999 has rendered the periodontal disease classification system out of date (like Nintendo Gameboy, MySpace and Napster). Great. Getting the whole generalized moderate…moderate generalized…chronic generalized moderate language down was hard enough! But don’t stress! The new redesigned system is easy to understand and will help classify periodontal conditions in a comprehensive manner that will benefit everyone. The biggest change is the name of each stage of periodontal disease. (It was actually changed to Staging to make it easier.) Stage I is essentially slight periodontitis; Stage II is moderate; Stage III is severe; and Stage IV is terminal. A nice chart you can print off and keep around the office is available at perio. org. Under the tab for “Member Resources” go to “Proceedings from the 2017 World Workshop.” You can also download and read it in full. A new part of the classification system involves a Grading of periodontitis. This correlates new research demonstrating the complex nature of the inflammatory systemic response to overall health. Grade A describes a non-diabetic non-smoker with heavy calculus buildup and a slow rate of bone loss. For instance, this patient may have a lapse in dental care but by sheer genetic luck has minimal bone loss. A round of scaling
and root planing will restore this patient to a stable periodontal status. Grade B is the standard condition for most patients: light smoker, stable diabetic with moderate disease progression. Grade C is the uncontrolled diabetic, heavy smoker, with rapid disease progression. Grading a patient will help communicate to insurance companies and other professionals that due to direct and indirect factors, some patients may need more aggressive treatment to get their disease under control. For instance, a Stage I or II periodontal patient with Grade C classification may warrant moving directly to surgical therapy. The Academy is also recommending earlier treatment of periodontitis and periimplantitis. Emphasis was placed on the presence of bleeding upon probing and the increased likelihood that left untreated, bone loss will occur. Gone are the days of watching and working on the patient's home care regimen. Treatment is the recommended course. According to AAP Workshop 2017 plaque accounts for only 20% of the
direct risk of developing periodontitis; the remaining 80% of direct and indirect risk and modifying factors may be responsible for the development of periodontal diseases. Dental professionals are directly responsible for a majority of the risk factors with treating and preventing periodontitis. We must be more proactive with assessing risk factors and stop watching and waiting for the degree of destruction to dictate treatment. Dr. Mary Hamburg is a board certified periodontitis practicing in Midwest City and Yukon, Oklahoma. She is an Assistant Clinical Professor with the Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at OUCOD and Treasurer for the Oklahoma Women's Dental Association. Dr. Hamburg serves on the board of the ODA Journal and lives in Norman, Oklahoma.
Around Town Yukon Dental Society
The Yukon Dental Society recently visited fourteen schools in the Yukon and Piedmont areas for their Annual Yukon Dental Society Day. This was the 45th year of visiting schools in the area! This special day began with five local dentists seeing around 100 kids annually; it has grown to 23 dentists and additional staff members screening 1,200 students providing dental education in the classroom. The group targets first-graders and any special-needs classrooms in the community. “We have a great partnership with the Yukon Helping Hands program in our community led by Diana Mann, YPS Volunteer Programs Coordinator,” said Dr. Tamara Berg. “They assist in coordination with each school and lining up the visits, and we supply the dentists and team members as well as a toothbrush for each child. I bring my dental puppet and talk to the first-graders about brushing habits and food choices. We do a visual screening of each student to look for decay and orthodontic needs. This is my 20th year to participate and it’s a great tradition unique to our community. Participating dentists and staff meet for lunch on the first Tuesday afternoon in February and receive their school assignments for that afternoon. The number of involved dentists has grown so large that we normally only do 2-3 classrooms each.” 38 journal | March/April 2019
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Celebrating 10 Years The Tenth Annual Oklahoma Mission of Mercy (OkMOM) was a success worthy of its momentous anniversary! On February 1-2, Oklahoma City showed up in a major way with volunteers, donations and support. The public stayed informed about our clinic through media coverage, both local and national. Restaurants supplied us with food and our community of volunteers stepped up to change patients’ lives by providing free dental care and unlimited compassion. Every individual who was involved in OkMOM 2019 had one common goal: to care for people in whatever way possible. On Thursday morning, the OkMOM leadership met to set up the clinic. With the help of more than 200 volunteers, boxes were unpacked, chairs set up and machines assembled within eight hours. At 4:00 p.m., the Oklahoma Expo Hall had transformed from an empty room into a fully functioning M.A.S.H.-style dental clinic that was ready for the non-stop action of the weekend. By 4:00 a.m. on Friday, we were able to see the magnitude of Oklahoma City’s need for OkMOM. Patients had waited overnight for care and, although it was an early morning, you could feel the energy and excitement in each patient because they knew they would get to leave OkMOM healthier and (for many) pain-free.
Dr. Chris Fagan and Dr. Shannon Griffin, 2019 OkMOM Co-Chairs, sit with Saturday’s first patient
Friday and Saturday flew by in a blur, and by the close of clinic on Saturday, our volunteers were able to walk out with the satisfaction of knowing they had touched the lives of hundreds of Oklahomans. Over these two days, volunteers performed 11,750 procedures and provided care to 1,684 patients. More than $1.5 million was donated in free dental care, averaging $898 per patient. All our volunteers should feel proud because they contributed so directly to the health of so many patients. Each OkMOM 2019 volunteer played a vital role in the success of the event. In fact, the 10th Annual OkMOM had the largest group of volunteers (1,970) we’ve ever seen! Dentists, hygienists and assistants provided the care, but every volunteer contributed to the compassion each patient felt during their time with us. Patient runners spent hours on their feet providing comfort and engaging with each patient until the last person walked out the door. Volunteers at Patient Registration and Patient Exit made sure patients were happy, comfortable and satisfied with their care from beginning to end. Those at Volunteer Hospitality kept the whole team fed and feeling appreciated until their long shifts were over. Every person at Supplies and Sterilization had unlimited energy that lifted the spirits of everyone they encountered. We cannot thank our volunteers enough for their continued support of this amazing event! Every OkMOM, I am overwhelmed and stunned by the selflessness our volunteers display. As this year’s OkMOM Co-Chair, I have an even larger appreciation for the efforts of every person involved. It was an honor to serve as Co-Chair and witness how deeply OkMOM touches the lives of both patients and volunteers. Congratulations to everyone who participated for a job well done! I look forward to seeing you all again at OkMOM 2020 in Stillwater!
Dr. Chris Fagan 2019 OkMOM Co-Chair
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10 years2010of okmom 2019 to
2010 - Tulsa
2011 - Oklahoma City
2012 - McAlester
2013 - Lawton
2015 - Tulsa
2016 - Oklahoma City
2017 - Woodward
2018 - Durant
2014 - Enid
2019 - Oklahoma City
OkMOM 10 Year Volunteers Phillip Aday Doug Auld Forrest Bath Jeannie Bath Debbie Batson Bethany Beachel Justin Beasley Tamara Berg Linda Boykin Tom Boykin Ed Braly Emma Brito
Shannon Griffin Kevin Haney Shirley Harris Kathy Henry Katrina Hertensen Nicholas Hunter Krista Jones Kelly Knight Robert Lamb Katy Lane Barbara Lopez Kristi Love
Jennifer Brown Baleigh Cain Kristen Campbell Raymond Cohlmia Angela Craig Jacqueline Edge Mindy Embrey Tim Fagan Shelly Frantz Ronda Garcia John Gladden Stephen Glenn
Hugh McDougall John McKenzie Dan McNair Glenn Mead Andy Means Lynn Means Kristin Patzkowsky Manny Pesina Lindseay Pierce Garland Reese Melissa Reese Kathy Robinson
Terry Saunders Patti Schneider Christina Short Terrisa Singleton Jamie Smith Kellie Southard Ty Southard James Sparks James Strand Rebecca Streeter Joey Swink Melody Taylor
Tina Tuck Susan Whiteneck Cathy Whiteside Nancy Wilder-Pierce Eric Winegardner Jana Winfree Donna Wood Rieger Wood Justin Young Stephen Young
10th Anniversary OkMOM Mural
OKC artist Kristopher Kanaly was commissioned to paint a mural celebrating the 10th Annual Oklahoma Mission of Mercy. It was placed in Volunteer Hospitality where volunteers were able to take pictures with it and celebrate this milestone!
At OkMOM 2019 1,684 Patients $1,512,66 in donated dental care 11,750 Procedures performed journal | March/April (new 2019 record!) 40 1,970 Volunteers
Since Since OkMOM OkMOM 2010 2010 16,138 Patients $12,742,433 in donated dental care 95,087 Procedures performed 16,634 Volunteers
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thank you to all of our
ODA Members at OkMOM Dr. George Abdelnour Dr. Phillip Aday Dr. Addie Allen-Steed Dr. Clay Anderson Dr. John Archer Dr. Marc Arledge Dr. Doug Auld Dr. Victoria Ball Dr. Taylor Barton Dr. Jeannie Bath Dr. Ben Baty Dr. Ollie Beard Dr. Justin Beasley Dr. Suzie Beavers Dr. Kathryn Beller Dr. David Bird Dr. Clinton Blake Dr. Ashley Bledsoe Cocha Dr. Todd Boone Dr. Blaire Bowers Dr. Ed Braly Dr. Matthew Bridges Dr. Todd Bridges Dr. Joe Brooks Dr. Perry Brooks Dr. Nathan Brown Dr. Richard Brown Dr. Sharolyn Burton Dr. Kristen Campbell Dr. Patricia Cannon Dr. Amber Cantrell Dr. Pete Carlson Dr. Bobby Carmen Dr. Steven Carson Dr. Conrad Casler Dr. Sarah Chancey Dr. Ryan Chandler Dr. Euna Chang Dr. Carrie Chastain Dr. Kami Chervilov Dr. Jae Choi Dr. Nicole Chung Dr. Nicklaus Clifford Dr. Brian Coerver Dr. Derek Cohlmia Dr. Jeff Cohlmia Dr. Raymond Cohlmia Dr. Matthew Cohlmia Dr. Samantha Collins Dr. Richard Corwin Dr. Lester Cowden Dr. Dunn Cumby Dr. Megan Darrow Dr. Rebecca Davis Dr. Susan Davis Dr. Mike Dew Dr. Katie Dillard Dr. Khoa Doan Dr. Dave Donathan Dr. Stacia Dowell Dr. David Drummond Dr. Michael Duffy
Dr. Dayna Duke Dr. Jason Dukes Dr. Twana Duncan Dr. Lynne Dunham Dr. Nha Duon Dr. Trey Edwards Dr. David Evans Dr. Christopher Fagan Dr. Tim Fagan Dr. Emile Farha Dr. Mark Folks Dr. Rick Freeman Dr. Stephen Glenn Dr. Michael Gliddon Dr. Stephen Gray Dr. Kelly Greenlee Dr. Barry Greenley Dr. Steve Gregg Dr. Shannon Griffin Dr. Andrew Guthrie Dr. Mary Hamburg Dr. Kevin Haney Dr. Michael Hansen Dr. Mark Hanstein Dr. Nes Hargett Dr. Julianna Harman Dr. J. Don Harris Dr. Brent Haynes Dr. Tanner Hays Dr. Stephanie Healy Dr. Robin Henderson Dr. Kathy Henry Dr. Jeffrey Hermen Dr. Carolyn Hetrick Dr. Connor Hieger Dr. Myron Hilton Dr. Randi Hobbs Dr. Valerie Holleman Dr. Mathew Hookom Dr. James Hooper Dr. Michael Hooper Dr. Moiz Horani Dr. Brian Howell Dr. Nicholas Hunter Dr. Payam Ishani Afousi Dr. Melissa Jackson Dr. Jennifer Jenkins Dr. Karl Jobst Dr. Ashley Johnson Dr. Richard Johnson Dr. Krista Jones Dr. Grace Jun Dr. Phil Jun Dr. Moe Karami Dr. Matt Keim Dr. Michael Kinard Dr. Rebecca King Dr. Lauren Klaus Dr. Jennifer Koonce Dr. Jandra Korb Dr. Robert Lamb Dr. Larry Lander
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Dr. Sallie Lau Dr. Amy Liu Dr. Matthew Loeb Dr. Brandon Loeser Dr. Eric Loper Dr. Juan Lopez Dr. Linda LoScuito Dr. Daryn Lu Dr. James Mabry Dr. An Mai Dr. Mary Martin Dr. Carmen Martinez Dr. Farah Masood Dr. Stephen Mayer Dr. Audrey May-Jones Dr. Hugh McDougall Dr. Andrew McGarry Dr. Michael McKinney Dr. Jack McKinnis Dr. Dan McNair Dr. Glenn Mead Dr. Jacob Mendenhall Dr. Kimberly Merritt Dr. Malori Mills Dr. Robert Miracle Dr. Bradley Mitchell Dr. Brian Molloy Dr. Mohsen Moosavi Dr. Paul Mullasseril Dr. Carson Nail Dr. Leaha Nels Dr. Mike Nelson Dr. Tung Nguyen Dr. Lauren Nichols Dr. TJ Nugent Dr. Garrett Olive Dr. James Peck Dr. Garrett Phipps Dr. Jeff Pierce Dr. Justin Pisano Dr. Clark Plost Dr. Jemima Poitevien Dr. Kaitlin Polk Dr. Chris Poore Dr. Allison Porter Dr. Steven Pracht Dr. Karen Rattan Dr. William Reed Dr. William Reeves Dr. Roger Richter Dr. Doug Riggs Dr. Kevin Ripp Dr. Zack Ritter Dr. Daulton Roberts Dr. Erin Roberts Dr. Justin Roberts Dr. Doug Rockwood Dr. Charles Roskamp Dr. Omer Sanabria Dr. Jeffrey Scammahorn Dr. Nicki Schafer Dr. Rob Schick
Dr. Brandon Schultz Dr. Kent Scoggin Dr. Erin Sexson Dr. Nan Shadid Dr. Gregory Shanbour Dr. Matt Shelton Dr. Steffan Sigler Dr. David Simon Dr. Lindsay Smith Dr. Josh Sorenson Dr. Bryan Sorgen Dr. James Sparks Dr. Tristanne Spottswood Dr. Sara Spurlock Dr. John Starcevich Dr. Greg Stewart Dr. Amy Stone Dr. Julie Storm Dr. Pete Stover Dr. James Strand Dr. Steven Strange Dr. Scott Street Dr. Stephanie Sugg Dr. Jeanne Sutton Dr. Joe Swink Dr. David Sylvester Dr. Ryan Theobald Dr. Kevin Tran Dr. Joe Treanor Dr. Steve Truong Dr. Matthew Turbush Dr. Amanda Venk Dr. Shyler Vincent Dr. Vinh Vu Dr. Michele Walker Dr. Patrick Wallace Dr. Matthew Walls Dr. Sam Ward Dr. Larson Wayman Dr. Robert Webb Dr. Randy Weber Dr. Dennis Weibel Dr. Wavel Wells Dr. Andrew Wheatley Dr. Susan Whiteneck Dr. Tracey Whitley Dr. Jennifer Wilbourn Dr. Daniel Wilguess Dr. Ronald Williams Dr. Jana Winfree Dr. Paul Wood Dr. Rieger Wood Dr. Josh Woodward Dr. Donal Woodward Dr. Craig Wooten Dr. William Yeary Dr. Carla Whitney Yeates Dr. Stephen Young Dr. Justin Young Dr. Chris Zylinski
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JOB OPENINGS Full Time Dentist Claremore/Broken Arrow I want to take a moment of your time to ask you to consider an extraordinary new practice opportunity that could make a significance difference in your future. Our practice, Flawless Smile Dentistry, has been growing at a rate of 33% each year with an average of 185 new patients a month. Accordingly, at our practice, your opportunity for advancement is unlimited. Our respected & valued doctors have been earning up to $25K per month on only 4 days per week. This year we are inviting an ambitious, qualified & caring practitioner to consider joining our team. Our practice is an upscale, well-managed, exciting family practice providing the highest quality restorative & preventive care available in a warm & FUN environment. We offer our patients the best that modern dentistry has to offer. We offer an outstanding level of mentorship by our uniquely accomplished senior doctor….supported by formal training…& CE. A valued associate doctor in our office has the ability to earn an outstanding income well beyond what most local private & corporate practices can offer. We offer all of the benefits that you deserve in an outstanding, supportive environment intended to make you feel at home both today & for many years to come. Please give me a call at your earliest convenience so that we may discuss this opportunity in more detail. This could make a big difference in the way you practice & live! I’m looking forward to hearing from you at your earliest convenience. Contact Ali Torabi, DDS at (918)693-6937 for more information.
Hygienist Needed < $2500 SIGN ON BONUS > LakeCrest Dental of Broken Arrow, OK is looking for a talented, enthusiastic Hygienist to join Dr. Rogers and his outstanding team! Become a part of our growing and dynamic team and receive a $2500 sign on BONUS! Do you strive to create world class patient care visits? Do you thrive on educating patients about exceptional oral health habits? Do you flourish in productive, forward thinking and positive environments? Do you enjoy being a part of a team where your opinion counts? At LakeCrest Dental, we are passionate about patient care and world-class service. If you are interested in building a career with a doctor and team who are committed to be their best, this is the place for you! At LakeCrest Dental we are dedicated to creating an environment that creates happy, healthy and loyal patients. We are proud to be serving the communities of Broken Arrow, Claremore and Sand Springs. Responsibilities: • Enthusiastically greet and prepare patients for dental care • Perform accurate oral health assessments including screening, charting and reporting of finding • Complete, comfortable and thorough dental prophylaxis • Provide competent, non-surgical, comfortable periodontal therapy • Deliver comprehensive patient care through hygiene mix and promotion of doctor services • Maintain dental hygiene supplies and ensure instrument sterilization and effective equipment operation • Educate patients by providing instructions for oral care following all hygiene treatment procedures • Act as a resource and assist patients with any follow up treatment planning • Actively participate with schedule maintenance Qualifications: • Associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene • State certification/licensure as required to work as a Dental Hygienist, active CPR and compliance with any other licensing or credentialing requirements • One year or more of relevant experience in the dental industry preferred but not required • Current certification to administer local anesthesia preferr • Possess a strong commitment to patient care, patient health and quality work Benefits: • Competitive compensation with additional incentive opportunities • Team-focused, uplifting and educational work culture • Medical Coverage available • Free dental services for yourself minus lab fees • Discounted dental services for your dependents • 6 paid holidays •PTO •401K We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Please call Terri 918-451-9066
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Finally, Five (not so) FAQs! Dr. Craig Cochran McAlester, OK
1. When was the last time you had a hard cry? Yesterday- Ice cream fell off my waffle cone 2. John Wayne or Johnny Depp? Tomorrow is the most important thing in life. Comes into us at midnight very clean. It's perfect when it arrives and it puts itself in our hands. It hopes we've learned something from yesterday. -The Duke 3. When was the last time you belly laughed? During the last 30 seconds of the movie Four Christmases 4. Sunny Beach or snowy mountain? Snowy Mountain- These days I look better in layers 5. What is your least favorite thing about humanity? Those who complain about minutiae when our brave women and men in uniform are dealing with real issues.
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