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Phil L. Nauert, DDS, was elected the mayor of Bellaire in November 2011. Bellaire is in southwest Rise’ Lyman, DDS, TDA Future Focus Committee Harris County and has a population of more than 16,000 residents. Membership growth is vital to any thriving organization. The Texas Dental Association (TDA) Board is strongly committed He to the Membership “TDA 2009”6 strategic plan, were whichserved addresses continued growth. served 3 terms ongoal thewithin Bellairethe City Council, of those years as mayor pro-tem. I am proud to report that, as evidence of that commitment and for the second year in a row, the TDA received the following ADA awards in 2008: Dr Nauert, a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School, has • Greatest Percentage Membership Net Gain: Texas had a net gain of 198 members in the year 2007. a 27-year-old dental general and cosmetic dentistry practice in Bellaire. He and his wife Sandra have two • Top Constituent Dental Society with Greatest Percentage of Non-Members to Membership: children. Represents a conversion of 4.7 percent of non-members into membership at end of year 2007. • Top Constituent Dental Society to Improve Retention Rate Percentage in 2007: Represents a 97 He serves as chair of DENPAC Board of Directors and the DENPAC chair on the TDA Council on percent Association retention rate, which is an increase of 7 percent from the previous year. Legislative & Regulatory Affairs. • Greatest Percentage of New Dentist Members: Represents a gain of 111 new dentist members (those dentists who are 1-9 years out of school).
Another example of the commitment to the growth of our Association is the TDA Externship Program, which builds student awareness Nauert of organized dentistry. This innovative program, created in 2007, offers students the opportunity to gain insight into the different components of organized dentistry including legislative and regulatory affairs, membership, governance, continuing education, and charitable dentistry and to gain a better understanding of their role as future leaders of the dental team. The program is open to dental students from each of the three dental schools in Texas. This year the externship program will take place June 20 – June 27 in Austin at the TDA central office. As an ongoing effort to enhance the value and benefits of the Association, the TDA Council on Membership developed a survey that was sent Fred MS,The and his wife Dianne of Houston to all Garrett, membersDDS, in 2006. results clearly showed that members have a high satisfaction rating with benefits such as the TEXAS Meeting, TDA donated $500,000 to the University of Texas School of in the TDA Smiles Foundation. A great number of the discounted programs offered to publications, and the ability to participate philanthropically Dentistry (UTSD) at Houston, creating the first endowed members through the TDA Perks Program also received a high satisfaction rating. In accordance with the strategic plan, the Council on Membership, chairsurvey in themembers school’s again 107-year history. will in 2009. Participation from all members and a collaborative The Fred A. and Dianne F. Garrett Endowed Chair in effort between the ADA, TDA, and local component societies are the keys to successful membership recruitment and retention. We encourage Orthodontics is dedicated to Dr Garrett’s parents, Frank A. and every member to get involved whether it is by attending local meetings, taking part in Give Kids a Smile! Day activities, volunteering Rose Lee Garrett, and “all the other educators who, through at a Texas Mission of Mercy, or participating in TDA Legislative Day activities in Austin. Eachsacrifices, memberprovided matters me andwith is essential to the and continued growth of our Association and of organized dentistry. their personal an education This is thetoseventh final in aorthodontist,” series of articlesDrfocused on the TDA’s accomplishments guided by the strategic plan. To view the entire plan, the guidance becomeand a successful Garrett log in at www.tda.org and click on “TDA wrote into the documents establishing the2009” gift. under “Current Issues” on the member homepage. For more information, please contact Lyda Creus Molanphy, staff liaison to the Future Focus Committee, at the TDA central office, (512) 443-3675. Dr Garrett, 76, has been on UTSD faculty since 1968, teaching 1 day a week while maintaining a practice in Sugar Land. He has twice served as interim chair or :program director Mission To be The Voice of DenTisTry in Texas of the Department of Orthodontics.
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“I’ve been [at UTSD] so long, people assume I’m a graduate,” Organizational Manpower said Garrett, whose actual alma mater, Washington University Advocacy Excellence School of Dentistry in St. Louis, Mo., closed in 1991.
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TDA Smiles Medicaid in MyFoundation Office? Scholarship Recipients Yes,2011 I Think So! Richard M. Smith, DDS Southwest Dental Conference TDA Smiles Foundation Health Insurance Exchanges TMOM gains ardent advocate Ask the President Perks Partner News Incoming President’s message Hilton Israelson, DDS TEXAS Meeting Let’s Talk Outgoing President’s message TDA Elections at Annual SessIon A. David May, Jr., DDS 2008-2009 TDA Board of Directors Baylor College of Dentistry Meet TDABlanton Staff Inducted in DrYour Patricia TDA’s new Finance Director Hall of Fame Dee Dee Delagarza Congratulations to TDA TSBDE Rule Update Component Societies Streamline Your Insurance Claims February Speeding up confirmation of benefits andJournal eligibility News Special Issue TSBDE RuleMembership Update Requirements forondental office TDA Council Membership radiograph machines “Many Faces … Same Family” In the News TDA members in the news
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Dr Membership and Mrs Garrett hope their history-making gift will inspire Dentists will value membership and participation in the TDA. others to consider supporting education. “This endowed chair is the first ever funded at this school. I hope this will Objectives March 23 & 24 encourage others to step up.”value and benefits of membership in TDA. 1. Improve perceived Tooth A Clinical Review TDAWhitening: Board of Directors a. Increase members’ knowledge about the impact and benefits of TDA membership. Dr Garrett is a fellow of the American College of Dentists b. Ensure that components are an integral aspect of the membership process. TDAAustin Historical Perspectives and the International College of Dentists. He is a past c. Create greater awareness of the availability of the Peer Review, Ethics & Judicial, andcreated Risk Management Dr and Mrs Fred Garrett (left) have the first endowedbenefits. chair in UTSD’s 107-year history. Dentists, dental hygienists, and the president of the Southwestern Society of Orthodontists. d. Actively promote adherence to the Code of Ethics.Pictured with them are UTSD Orthodontics Department Chair Jeryl English, DDS, MS Garrett has served 18 years on the American Association of dental team e. Enhance communication with members and non-members. (center), and UTSD Dean John A. Valenza, DDS. March 29 – 31 Orthodontists Foundation Board and is its current national f. Build student awareness of and interest in organized dentistry and membership in TDA. campaign chairman. of C.T. the South Dental Meeting TheStar 2007 Rowland Award g. Ensure ongoing contact with students throughout dental school. Orthodontic h. Work closely with dental school faculty. Houston case report i. Evaluate number of nonmember dentists who attend and participate in TDA activities (TEXAS Meeting, TDA Smiles Foundation programs, etc.). The El Paso Dental Conference Metrics 1. Seventy percent of active licensed dentists in TX will be members of TDA by 2009 (baseline of 68.5% in January 2007); increase The March 1, 2012, “go live” date fortothe Texas Program is fast approaching and now is the time to complete training with each of the state membership retention rate 97New percent byDental April 2007 (baseline 96% in 2006). selected a-d. dentalIncrease plans —the Delta Dental Company, DentaQuest, andreview MCNA help ensure smooth claims to processing number of Insurance dentists serving on component peer andDental ethics — andtojudicial affairs committees attain a starting March 1. Join us on Facebook At this writing, the final versions each plan’s Provider were not yet available,society but it members is very likely that the2009. manuals will be posted on each plan’s August 14: participation rate of 2-5 of percent relative to the Manuals total number of component by August Web site by the end of February 2012. 2. Ninety percent of TX dental school graduates actively licensed in TX will be members of TDA five years after graduation (89% TDA Boardgroups.to/texasdental Meeting dental student conversion from the graduating class of 2005 in Texas). Austin, Texas You may visit each dental plan’s Web site for details on training opportunities: 3. Increase the number of member dentists actively participating in TDA by 1 percent a year (as measured by a variety of means • Delta Dental (http://www.deltadentalins.com/dentists/ref/tx-chip-medicaid.html) – participation at TX Meeting, TMOM, TXDDS, FSI programs, DENPAC participations, TDA legislative day) with annual Follow us on Twitter • DentaQuest (http://dentaquestnetwork.com/texas/?page_id=182) October 15-19: report to TDA Board by the Council on Membership. • MCNA Dental (http://www.mcnatx.net/training-schedule) ADA Annual Session twitter.com/theTDA 4. Establish baseline of nonmember participation at TDA activities (CAS, TDA Smiles Foundation, Membership) San Antonio, Texas 5. Established baseline of members’ understanding of and satisfaction with the benefits of their TDA membership through Member TDA Dentist Testifies at House Committee on Public Health Benefits and Services Survey (completed Nov 2006), re-evaluate % increase at that time for 2009. Dr Richard C. Black of El Paso, chair of the TDA’s Council on Legislative & Regulatory Affairs, provided testimony on January Get LinkedIn 6. Sixty-five percent of all full-time faculty will be TDA members by 2009 (2006 baseline = 63%). 24, 2012, as part of an invited panel before the House Committee on Public Health regarding the over utilization of orthodontic linkedin.com, search “Texas services in Medicaid. He was joined by Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Mr Tom Suehs, Deputy Executive Commissioner for Health Services Operations Mr Billy Millwee, and Mr DavidinMaxwell, Deputy Director, Law Enforcement, Update Profile The TDA will update it’s strategic plan with another statewide retreat August of 2008. Dental Association” Office of the Attorney General. tda.org – Membership Info
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To view the hearing, please go to http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/ and click on “Legislature Activity Video Broadcasts House.” From Ask a Colleague that Web page click on “82 Session” under archived broadcasts. Then click on “Public Health January 24th 11:00 am to 6:25 pm.” The tda.org – Features panel’s testimony starts at approximately 2:50:13.
Using your smartphone, Black scan this Dr Black’s testimony reiterated the TDA’s position supporting the most conservative guidelines for distinguishing a medically necessary orthodontic case TEXAS Meeting Photos barcode from a cosmetic case to help ensure orthodontic care is only provided to patients with actual medical necessity. Ensuring the integrity of the Medicaid texasmeeting.com/estore orthodontic program results in a balanced distribution of limited Medicaid funds for all dental services. to access the Volunteer for ‘08 ADA Additionally, Dr Black testified that the TDA recognizes the issues surrounding some cases there were approved under the previous Medicaid orthodontic TDA Web site. tda.org/volunteerada08 guidelines and hopes that these cases are adjudicated fairly taking into account the guidelines that existed at the time the case was submitted. In 2003, Texas Dental Association members from across the state develop TDA’s first strategic plan, TDA 2009.
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Health Insurance Exchanges This is the second in a series of articles to keep you informed about Health Insurance Exchanges (HIX) in Texas. The HIX is an online marketplace tool enabling consumers to shop, compare, and enroll in a health insurance plan. Future articles will focus on helpful reference Web sites and other information about the HIX.
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As reported last month, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act requires each state to have an insurance exchange by 2014 and health plans participating in state exchanges must provide an “essential health benefits package,” (EHB) including a pediatric oral health benefit. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has the responsibility to publish rules that specify the specific benefits included as part of the EHB. In December, HHS issued guidance on the HIX.
TDA Perks Program and several of its partners exhibited at this year’s Southwest Dental Conference in Dallas January 12-14, 2012. Conference attendees had the opportunity to visit with Perks partner (including Philips Sonicare and Discus) representatives to find out what special benefits or discounts are available to TDA members. Perks exhibitors included: Bank of America Practice Solutions (practice loans), Best Card (credit-card processing), CareCredit, Demandforce (online patient communication and marketing), Dental Systems, The Glove Group, Philips Sonicare/Discus Dental, ProSites (web design), Sedation Resource, TDA Financial Services Insurance Program, and The Reynolds Company (commercial real estate). For more information regarding TDA Perks Program, visit tdaperks.com or call 512-443-3675.
The Organized Dentistry Coalition responded to the guidance by sending a letter expressing concern that HHS needs to take additional steps to help ensure that the pediatric oral health benefit in the EHB package, “more accurately reflects the current market and provides a meaningful and comprehensive level of benefits for children.” In Texas, the TDA signed onto a letter from the Texas CHIP Coalition to HHS also advocating that the benchmark approach outlined in the guidance does not address the unique health care needs of children. Furthermore, the letter informed HHS that Medicaid, with the comprehensive coverage available through Early Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT), would be the ideal national standard for children. The TDA will continue to closely monitor the HIX landscape in Texas and will publicize new information as it becomes available. For questions or comments, contact TDA Policy Manager Diane Rhodes at 512-443-3675, diane@tda.org.
142nd Annual Session of the Texas Dental Association
13th District Society Meeting to Feature TDA Perks
May 3 – 6, 2012 • San Antonio, Texas
ATTENTION! Do NOT attend this year’s TEXAS Meeting… C. Roger Macias, DDS Past Chair, TDA Council on Annual Session … and you might not be able to take advantage and participate in one of the most amazing dental meetings in the U.S. ... unless you want to receive some of the best continuing education by more than 90 nationally and internationally known speakers! … because you might be able to fulfill all of your state CE dental requirements. … or you might be able to save money purchasing your dental products at the greatest exhibit hall with more than 350 exhibitors! … or you might be able to get one of the most incredible digital artist sketches of yourself. … or you might be able to take advantage of the “happy hour” and unwind with complimentary beer and wine on Thursday and Friday 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. … unless you want to be able to have a great evening at the Texas Party with complimentary food and fun and dance to music with one of the most famous bands in all of Texas — The Klocks! … because if you do, you might just have a great time at the 8th Annual Healthy Smiles Golf Classic. … or you might just see and rekindle some old friendships from all around the state of Texas. … if you don’t want to be able to walk around the beautiful San Antonio River Walk and see some of the most historic sites in all of Texas! And most of all…don’t attend the TEXAS Meeting, and you will be missed!
If you change your mind, review all of the great details of the 2012 TEXAS Meeting at texasmeeting.com. We’ll see you May 3-6, 2012, in San Antonio!
TDA Perks Program was featured at the 13th District Society’s February 9, 2012, meeting in Wichita Falls. Attendees learned about exclusive benefits and discounts available to them through Perks, and met representatives from 4 Perks partners: Philips Sonicare, TDA Perks Energy, The Glove Group, and TekCollect (accounts receivable). For more information, call TDA Perks Program at: 512-443-3675.
TDA Member Wins $500 from TDA Perks Energy Program For Dr Mack Snead Jr, attending the Fort Worth District Dental Society’s meeting last December proved more valuable than he might have expected. Dr Snead’s name was randomly pulled in a drawing for last month’s meeting attendees; the prize was $500 of free energy from TDA Perks Energy partner, JLT Energy Consultants. TDA Perks Energy Program provides group savings on energy for the home and office. For more information on TDA Perks Energy, please call Keith Jones at 855-202-0212 or visit tdaperks.com.
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2011 Scholarship Recipients The TDA Smiles Foundation (TDASF) announces the 2011 scholarship recipients:
(L-R) TDASF Trustee Dr. Doug Bogan of Houston, TDASF scholarship recipients Christina Matouk and Sara Burns, and UTSD Associate Dean for Student and Alumni Affairs Dr. Phil Pierpont of Houston.
Sara Burns and Christina Matouk, University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston (UTSD). Sara is a DS1 Class President and is passionate about mission work upon graduation. Christina is a DS1 Class Secretary and has paid for half of her education by working while attending school. She has also performed an extensive amount of community service work and will continue to do so upon graduation.
Katelyn Kennedy and Lucas Shipman, Texas A&M Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry. Both recipients have an outstanding grade point average and are involved in various community projects.
(L-R) Texas A&M Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry Associate Dean for Student Affairs Dr. Jack L. Long of Mesquite, TDASF scholarship recipients Katelyn Kennedy and Lucas Shipman, and TDASF Treasurer Dr. Larry Spradley of Bedford.
Southwest Dental Conference TDASF co-hosted a party with DENPAC at the Southwest Dental Conference in Dallas in January. The party’s theme was Night Cap, where the décor resembled that of a 1940’s parlor room, and the food was complete with signature brandy drinks and cigars. Thanks to DENPAC Manager Leigh Ann Montague for allowing TDASF to be a part of such great event. During the party, TDASF held a silent auction to raise money on behalf of the Bragging Rights Campaign. The auction featured an array of items, including a beautiful crystal decanter, an exquisite selection of wines, and a solid Spanish cedar cigar humidor. It was a huge success and TDASF sincerely appreciates everyone that attended and contributed.
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Texas A&M University 2011 Winner of the TDASF Bragging Rights Challenge
Are you tired of hearing “Gig ‘em, Aggies” and seeing maroon and white everywhere? Then it’s time to put your money where your mouth is with the Texas Dental Association Smiles Foundation (TDASF) Bragging Rights Challenge. Every dollar you donate on behalf of your alma mater supports charitable dental care programs in Texas. The alma mater that raises the most money for TDASF will be recognized at the TDA Annual Session, highlighted at the TDASF Healthy Smiles Golf Classic, and will maintain school bragging rights for an entire year! If purple is not your color and horned frogs aren’t your thing, then DONATE now! TCU leads the challenge with 610 points followed by UT with 415 and Texas Tech with 170. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! To donate, contact the TDASF office at 512-448-2441 or visit tdasf.org.
Official Call to the 2012 Texas Dental TDA Elections at Association House of Delegates the Annual HOUSE OF DELEGATES: In accordance with Chapter IV, Section 70, paragraph A of the Texas Dental Association (TDA) Bylaws, this is the official call Session for the 142nd meeting of the Texas Dental Association House of Delegates. The Alan B. Moore, DDS ADA Delegate Member of the Texas Delegation Planning and Review Committee
opening session of the House will convene at 8:00 am on Thursday, May 3, 2012, in Ballroom B on the street level of the San Antonio Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. The second meeting of the House will be at 8:30 am on Saturday, May 5, 2012, in Ballroom B. The Sunday, May 6, 2012 meeting will be in the Marriott Rivercenter Hotel, starting at 8:30 am.
Every year it happens, but many do not even know. This “happening” is the election of officers of the Texas Dental Association, as well as Delegates and Alternate Delegates of the American Dental Association House of Delegates. The slate of nominees/ candidates comes from the caucus meetings of each division (NE, SE, SW, NW), held on the Friday of the Annual Session at 5:15. The election is by the TDA House of Delegates on the final day of the House. The entire membership of the association can attend the caucus meetings, but the turnout for these elections is usually sparse.
REFERENCE COMMITTEE HEARINGS: Reference Committees will meet on Thursday, May 3, 2012, in the Convention Center (please see the on-site program for specific room assignments). Reference Committee A will start at 11:00 am or 15 minutes after the adjournment of the House of Delegates, whichever is later. Reference Committee E will start at 12:00 noon. Reference Committee B will start at 1:00 pm Reference Committee C will start at 1:30 pm. Reference Committee D will start at 2:00 pm. The agendas for these meetings will be sent to the Delegates and Alternate Delegates prior to the meetings.
The reason for this reminder is to make as many aware of the election process within the Texas Dental Association. We need leaders and we need an ever flowing contribution and participation of the membership. The policies and directives of organized dentistry are driven by these elected individuals. It is necessary for the association to have as many viewpoints on the issues of the day as possible; therefore a diverse participation of the dentists in Texas is primary to accomplishing that goal. Please make it a point to not only participate, but also to consider placing your name in nomination for an elected position at the caucus meeting for your division of the TDA.
CANDIDATES FORUM: As a reminder, the TDA / ADA Candidates Forum will be held on Friday, May 4, 2012, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Convention Center (please see the on-site program for specific room assignment).
REFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORTS: Reference Committee Reports will be e-mailed in PDF format to all participants and these reports may be downloaded from any location with Internet access. Printed reports will be available after 9:00 am on Friday, May 4, 2012 in front of Rooms 1066 and 1067, the TDA Convention Offices, just outside Exhibit Hall C (reports may be downloaded at this location).
DIVISIONAL CAUCUSES: Divisional Caucuses (Northwest, Northeast, Southwest, Southeast) will be held at 5:15 pm on Friday, May 4, 2012 (please see the on-site program for specific room assignments). DELEGATE BOOK: In accordance with TDA Bylaws, the Delegate Book will be sent 30 days prior to the Annual Session. The supplement to the Delegate Handbook, containing the agenda and subsequent reports, will be sent after the spring TDA Board of Directors meeting, March 23-24, 2012. Delegates and alternates will receive their House book in a searchable PDF format. When the House Book becomes available, the minutes of the TDA Board of Directors and the reference committee assignment reports will be posted on the member’s side of the TDA Web site and available to the general membership according to Resolution 164-2011-RCAS-H.
DETA to Highlight Achievements and Opportunities in Dental Academia Currently, Texas is home to three accredited dental schools with national recognition and rankings in various specialties. While many may view these incredible schools and programs as merely an entry into a privileged health care profession, the reality is that dental schools play a much larger role in the health care industry. The esteemed faculties in Texas dental schools enrich the dental profession through revolutionary research, international publications, mentorships, community service, academic enterprise, and much more. Because of the incredible undertakings in the halls of dental schools and their impact on the dental industry, the Council on Dental Education, Trade & Ancillaries (DETA) will begin highlighting some of the achievements and opportunities in dental academia. Through quarterly publications in the TDA Today and biannual articles in the Texas Dental Journal, DETA wishes to keep the TDA membership informed about life inside the dental schools and the opportunities that dental schools present.
Preston’s Press J. Preston Coleman, DDS, TDA President By the time you read this I will have visited more than 20 of the component societies of the Texas Dental Association. I must tell you that I have enjoyed every visit. The warm welcomes and Texas hospitality have made every hour on the road well worth the effort. At each meeting I have tried to give a brief update of current issues that TDA has been involved in. The message changes a little each month so the information I deliver is not too dated. At the end of each presentation, I try to answer any questions members might have about the material presented or about issues or questions they have for me or the TDA staff. One such question was, “Why did the TDA allow the HB 300 legislation to pass last year?” I can attest to the fact that the TDA Council on Legislative and Regulatory Affairs is formidable and effective. When a lawmaker says that this legislation is a priority and “will” be passed, CLRA with all of its legal and lobby support analyses the bill and looks for ways to minimize the impact of the bill on the practice of dentistry. CLRA works with the legislative bodies to help to formulate an effective bill that our members can comply with as easily as possible. This was the case with HB 300. Another question was, “If I comply with HIPAA regulations do I have to comply with HB 300?” The answer is “yes” but compliance with HB 300 (The Texas Medical Privacy Act) should be easier with your compliance with HIPAA done. HB 300 requires that each employee including the dentist who has contact with a patient’s health information must have training every 2 years. This can now be done by each staff member on the internet by taking a course and passing a test online. The discounted course can be obtained by going to tda.org and clicking on the “TDA Perks” tab. Follow the link to reach Smart Training LLC. A more recent question has been, “With the retirement of Mary Kay Linn, our executive director, will the Association be prepared in all aspects for hiring a new ED? The TDA Board and the ED Search Committee have been preparing very thoroughly not only to hire the best person for the position but to make the transition as smooth and seamless as possible for the staff and the membership. This month your Board of Directors will consider the 2013 Budget that will include the new ED as well as other important matters. I know they have the best interest of our membership in mind and will do an admirable job of guiding us through this important transition. Thank you for the wonderful welcome you have extended Sue Ann and I on our visits. We look forward to seeing you in May!
If you are interested in writing an article or submitting a topic for consideration, please e-mail DETA staff liaison Danielle Bennett at dbennett@tda.org.
Evidence-based Practice Tip of the Month Stephen R. Matteson, DDS, FICD, TDA Editor
Internal Resorption and Inflammation A 2012 article in the Journal of Endodontics describes a study of freshly extracted teeth that were examined for internal resorption and pulpal status (1). In a limited sample, teeth with normal pulps demonstrated no internal resorption. Seventy-seven percent of teeth with necrotic pulps and 50% of teeth with pulpitis showed internal resorption. Resorption was found most often in the middle third of the roots. For further details, search PubMed using PMID 22152614. Reference 1. Gabor C, Tam E, Shen Y, Haapasalo M. Prevalence of internal inflammatory root resorption. J Endod. 2012 Jan;38(1):24-7.
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TSBDE Rule Update
This recurring section is designed to help TDA members keep up with important Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) rules, other regulations, and state law affecting their practices. This TSBDE Update will address Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) — 22 TAC §110.7 — Portability. A dentist’s sedation/anesthesia permit (Nitrous Oxide — Level 4 Deep Sedation/ General Anesthesia) issued under Chapter 110 is valid for the dentist’s facility, as well as any satellite facility. After June 1, 2012, a Texas licensed dentist seeking a portability permit must: 1. Hold a Level 4 Deep Sedation/General Anesthesia permit; or 2. Hold a Level 3 Moderate Parenteral Sedation permit based on education received in conjunction with the completion of a oral and maxillofacial specialty education program or a dental anesthesia program; or 3. Hold a Level 3 Moderate Parenteral Sedation permit based on the completion of training following American Dental Association (ADA) Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) recognized or approved programs (i.e., a specialty program, a general practice residency, an advanced education in general dentistry program, or a continuing education program). Dentists seeking portability privileges based on a continuing education program must complete no less than sixty (60) hours of didactic instruction and manage no less than twenty (20) dental patients by intravenous route of administration.
EDITORIAL STAFF Stephen R. Matteson, DDS, Editor Nicole Scott, Managing Editor Lauren Oakley, Publications Coordinator Barbara Donovan, Art Director Paul H. Schlesinger, Consultant BOARD OF DIRECTORS J. Preston Coleman, DDS, President Michael L. Stuart, DDS, President-elect Ronald L. Rhea, DDS, Immediate Past President Vice Presidents Lisa B. Masters, DDS, Southwest Robert E. Wiggins, DDS, Northwest Larry D. Herwig, DDS, Northeast Karen E. Frazer, DDS, Southeast Senior Directors T. Beth Vance, DDS, Southwest Michael J. Goulding, DDS, Northwest Arthur C. Morchat, DDS, Northeast Rita M. Cammarata, DDS, Southeast Directors Yvonne E. Maldonado, DDS, Southwest David C. Woodburn, DDS, Northwest Jean E. Bainbridge, DDS, Northeast Gregory K. Oelfke, DDS, Southeast
Applicants holding a Level 3 Moderate Sedation permit must also submit proof of administration of no less than thirty (30) cases of personal administration of Level 3 sedation on patients in a primary or satellite practice location within six (6) months preceding the portability application, but following the issuance of the Level 3 Moderate Sedation permit. Acceptable documentation shall include, but not be limited to, patient records demonstrating the applicant’s anesthetic technique, as well as provision of services by the applicant within the minimum standard of care. A dentist providing anesthesia services utilizing a portability permit remains responsible for providing these services in strict compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The dentist shall ascertain that the location is supplied, equipped, staffed, and maintained in a condition to support provision of anesthesia services that meet the standard of care. Texas licensed dentists holding portability permits issued before June 1, 2012 will automatically continue to hold the permit provided the dentist complies with the renewal requirements. For more information, please contact TDA Policy Manager Diane Rhodes at 512-443-3675, diane@tda.org.
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Dr Patricia Blanton Inducted Into Baylor College of Dentistry Hall of Fame
On January 20, 2012, Emeritus Professor Dr Patricia L. Blanton was inducted into the Texas A&M Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry Hall of Fame. Dr Blanton chaired the Department of Gross Anatomy in the 1980s, served the Baylor College of Dentistry Alumni Association as president, American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation a site visitor, and the National Institutes of Health as a study section chair. Currently, Dr Blanton’s priorities are her Dallas-based periodontic and implantology practice as well as serving in leadership positions with the American Dental Association and the American College of Dentists.
FEBRUARY 2012
VOLUME 13, ISSUE 2
ADA Celebrates 10 Years of Give Kids a Smile Program February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and the American Dental Association (ADA) marks the 10th anniversary of its Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) program. The GKAS program kicked off February 3, 2012, and dental professionals across the nation mobilized to provide free dental care to approximately 450,000 children and adolescents from underserved families throughout the year. GKAS was designed to encourage parents, health professionals, and policymakers to address the year-round need for oral health care for all children. The ADA offers free downloadable oral health resources for dentists, dental team members, school nurses, and teachers to provide fun tools to promote the benefits of good oral health to children. The program planning guide includes easy-to-do classroom activities, program planning timetable tips, and much more.
Ron Collins, DDS, Secretary-Treasurer Glen D. Hall, DDS, Speaker of the House David H. McCarley, DDS, Parliamentarian Stephen R. Matteson, DDS, Editor Mary Kay Linn, Executive Director William H. Bingham, Legal Counsel TDA Today (USPS 022-007) is published monthly except for December by the Texas Dental Association, 1946 S IH-35 Ste 400, Austin, Texas 78704-3698, 512-443-3675. Periodicals Postage Paid at Austin, Texas and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to TDA TODAY, 1946 S IH-35 Ste 400, Austin, TX 78704-3698. Annual subscriptions: Texas Dental Association (TDA) members, $5. In-state American Dental Association (ADA) affiliated, $15 + tax. Out-of-state ADA affiliated, $15. In-state non-ADA affiliated, $30 + tax. Out-of-state non-ADA affiliated, $30. Single issue price: TDA members $1. In-state ADA affiliated, $3 + tax. Out-of-state ADA affiliated, $3. In-state non-ADA affiliated, $6 + tax. Out-of-state non-ADA affiliated, $6. Contributions: Manuscripts and news items of interest to the membership of the Association are solicited. Manuscripts should be typewritten, double spaced, and the original copy should be submitted. Please refer to Instructions for Contributors in the annual September Directory of the Texas Dental Journal for more information. The Information for Contributors is available at tda. org. All statements of opinion and of supposed facts are published on authority of the writer under whose name they appear and are not to be regarded as the views of the Texas Dental Association, unless such statements have been adopted by the Association. Articles are accepted with the understanding that they have not been published previously. Authors must disclose any financial or other interests they may have in Member Publication products or services described in their articles. Advertisements: Publication of advertisements in this publication does not constitute a guarantee or endorsement by the Association of the quality of value of such product or of the claims made of it by its manufacturer.
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PHILIPS SONICARE & PHILIPS DISCUS! Through TDA Perks Program, you can save on ALL Philips Sonicare and Philips Discus products! For example, get the NEW Sonicare AirFloss for only $51.95/unit, and significant savings on Philips Zoom!—world leader in chairside-whitening systems. To receive the Perks discount pricing lists, or to order, call the numbers below and mention that you have a “Key Account” with TDA Perks Program.
For Philips Sonicare, call:
(800) 676-7664
For Philips Discus, call:
(800) 422-9448
Learn about other great programs: tdaperks.com. Questions? Call: (512) 443-3675.