JOURNAL LDA JOURNAL OF THE LOUISIANA DENTAL ASSOCIATION VOL. 80, NO. 2 • SUMMER 2021 at the Legislature Read more about the LDA’s 2021 Legislative Success, pages 10-13.S pages 10-13 2021
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On the cover: LDA members joined together in Baton Rouge on April 28 for Dentists’ Day at the Legislature. This is a grassroots event celebrating the dental profession that offers dentists the opportunity to meet their lawmakers. The event began with briefings on legislative matters and bills of interest. Dentists then visited with their legislators at the Capitol prior to the afternoon reception at the Pentagon Barracks. This is one of many steps that the LDA takes each year in advocating for the dental profession. the LDA’s successful pages 10-13.
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Established in 1878, the Louisiana Dental Association (LDA) is the largest professional health organization for dentists in Louisiana. It is a statewide grassroots organization whose purpose is to promote, advocate, and protect the dental professional. The LDA has over 1,900 members.
Dr. Steve Morgan President-Elect 5683 Hwy 311 Houma, LA 70360 (985) 868-5699 Dr. Mike Luminais Secretary-Treasurer 850 N. Canal Blvd. Thibodaux, LA 70301 (985) 447-4783 Dr. L. King Scott Speaker of the House of Delegates 120 Professional Dr. West Monroe, LA 71291 (318) 325-4600 LDA STAFF Annette B. Droddy Executive Director Colin Zvosec Director of DevelopmentMembership Tisha White Director of Accounting Jeanne McFall Director of Conference Services Candice Castro Executive Assistant Alannie Broussard Director of Communications and Public Affairs
LDA members can view the Journal online at www.ladental.org. Contents Editorial 2 Kick-Off C.E. and Last Chance Seminar 3 President 4 Louisiana Department of Health Memo 6 Feature: Vaccine Administration 7 Louisiana Dental Services (LDS) 8 LDA Foundation Fishing Rodeo 9 Executive Director/Council on Government Affairs 10 LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry 14 Louisiana Dental Hygienists’ Association 16 Louisiana State Board of Dentistry (LSBD) 18 Dental Lifeline Network 19 New Orleans Dental Conference/ 20 LDA Annual Session Feature: Access to Scientific Journals During the 22 COVID-19 Pandemic Wealth Management 24 LDA Award Applications 26 Feature: Cyber Attacks: Prevention May be the 28 Cure from Ransomware LDA Calendar 34 LSU Calendar 36 Classifieds 37 Last Page 40
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2 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 What? What? What? Is it true that the LDA and NODA recently completed a wildly successful, live, in-person New Orleans Dental Conference/LDA Annual Session. Say it ain’t so! I am happy to report that the aforementioned conference did indeed take place the first week of May and it was well received by all. Attendance was great and the continuing education offerings were top notch. Kudos to all who were involved in the ever-evolving planning for the meeting, and also to all who attended to help make Louisiana’s dental meeting a So,success.itappears that we may be well on our way back to a sense of normalcy, in the dental community, and in the world at large. People are anxious to have more face-toface interactions with others and only use Zoom sparingly for a while. Patient after patient has eagerly told me of upcoming travel plans for the summer as the world seems to be opening back up again. And, actually, as I write this, I’m traveling to Orlando with my family to spend a few days with Mickey and friends. Originally planned for October before the ADA Annual Session went virtual, it’s a chance for fun and some family time with kids that are getting older and whose schedules rarely match up now. And with the mandate of wearing masks while outside now lifted, it’s going to feel a bit more Normal.normal.Now that’s something that we can all get used to again. Has anyone else gotten tired of hearing the phrase the “new normal?” I’m not a fan. About 2 seconds after the pandemic began, the first of a bazillion articles came out about the “new normal” and how things would never be the same again. From school settings to work environments to sporting events, everything was going to change. And not just for now, but for all time. Really?! Isn’t that a bit of an exaggeration? After being totally virtual for the last nine weeks of school last year, my children were able to safely go to school this year. While in some workplaces working remotely is something that can happen successfully and people can still be productive, in many more settings people have discovered that the interaction with customers and coworkers is something they crave and is necessary. Anyone tuning into a Major League Baseball game lately is likely to have seen a stadium full of fans now and not cardboardSomecutouts.ofthe measures and changes put in place during the height of the pandemic were necessary at the time, but not for all time. The New Orleans Dental Conference/ LDA Annual Session was one of the first casualties on the calendar last year followed by in person dental meetings across the country being cancelled, including the ADA meeting going virtual. Louisiana just showed the rest of the country (to paraphrase George Costanza) “We’re back baby!” Thanks for leading the way as we all try to get back to doing what we love to do with the ones that we enjoy being with! See ya real soon!
By Dr. Brian Basinger Editor, LDA Journal
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Dr. Brian Basinger and his family enjoying a family trip delayed due to COVID. He’s hoping to see more normalcy as time goes on and more businesses have been opening up.
The Louisiana Dental Association is HostingThe Louisiana Dental Association is Two Live, Vir tual Events!Two Virtual Events! BOTH COURSES COUNT AS IN-PERSON CLINICAL C.E. HOURS. Friday, August 27, 2021 KICK-OFF C.E. Thanks to our speaker sponsors: Patterson Dental & Kavo Kerr Dr. Matthew Miller, “Excellence does not have to be complicated: How to provide lasting, beautiful restorations with ease and predictability” Visit www.ladental.org/kickoff to register & receive 3 Clinical Continuing Education Hours! Friday, December 10, 2021 LAST CHANCE SEMINAR Dr. Nathaniel Lawson, “Bonding Dental Ceramics” and “Materials & Techniques to Improve Class II Compositions” Visit www.ladental.org/lastchance to register & receive 7 Clinical Continuing Education Hours Thanks to our Premier Event Partners: AG Dental CPAs & Advisors, Bayou State Crown & Bridge Lab, Brown & Brown Insurance Association Services Professionals, DentaQuest, MCNA Dental, Patterson Dental SAVE THE DATE!THE DATE!
4 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 Things are finally getting back to normal. I began my presidency on March 20 with the first virtual House of Delegates at the LDA office. We are still doing Zoom but by a lot less than last year. Then on April 24, my daughter Calette got married. After months of planning and stressing, especially during the pandemic, everything turned out great. Congratulations to Dr. and Mrs. Zach Lee. Needless to say, it has been an eventful year. On April 28, we were allowed to have LDA Dentists’ Day at the Legislature. We had some great guests speak including Dr. Robert M. Laughlin, Dean, LSU School of Dentistry, who gave us an update on the Dental School and the Rural Scholars Track Program. Senator Bret Allain, chair of the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee, spoke to us about the legislative session. Representative Jerome “Zee” Zeringue, chair of the House Appropriations Committee, spoke about upcoming fiscal funding. Dr. Charlie Foy also spoke about the Louisiana Mass Disaster Team, a program in honor of the late Dr. Robert Barsley. The LDA has asked the state for an appropriation to pay for the equipment for the Mass Disaster Team. Read more in the legislative report on pg. 10. Several legislative bills are important to dentistry this session. HB387 is the LDA’s bill for transparency in network leasing by Rep. Kyle Green. Dentists inadvertently sign into contracts with dental plans or leasing companies without understanding they have agreed to a leasing arrangement that opens their office to both existing and new patients at a fee level that is below their usual and customary fee. Some insurance carriers lease their dental provider networks to other insurance companies without the dentist’s knowledge or authorization. This results in lower reimbursements even though the provider never agreed to the new terms. This bill would allow dentists the opportunity to choose to not participate in leased networks. HB 172 provides for Medicaid coverage of dental care for certain adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities by Rep. Rhonda Butler. SB 82 is also the LDA’s bill and provides for review of dental insurance claims under the Health Insurance Issuer External Review Act (by Senator Stewart Cathey). The LDA sends out alert texts and emails and you can contact your legislator through Voter Voice to request support on these important issues for our profession. We were allowed to enter the Capitol, of course with masks on, and send notes to our Senators and House of Representatives members regarding legislation and invite them to the reception that evening at the Pentagon Barracks. It was a great time. Thanks to the LDA staff, the CGA committee, Pelican Partners (our lobbying team) and especially CGA chair Dr. Gizelle Richard for a job well done.
On May 6-8, the New Orleans Dental Conference/LDA Annual Session was held at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. There was a lot of speculation on how everything would turn out because of the pandemic. However, with masks and social distancing in classes, everything turned out great. Everyone was excited about getting CE in person and seeing friends and colleagues. Thanks to the NODC chairman Dr. Vincent Dileo (also a director on the LDA Board of Directors), Dr. Keith Kyler (Chairman of the LDA Council on Annual Sessions), and LDA staff for another job well done.
On May 11, the LDA hosted a virtual signing day for LSUSD graduating seniors. The event was hosted by Colin Zvosec, LDA Director of Membership. LDA Executive Director Annette Droddy and myself were able to explain the benefits of being a member of organized dentistry to the students. The graduates were also given information from Stormy Blair with Brown & Brown Association Services Professionals regarding malpractice insurance and other business office type policies. Also, speakers from the ADA spoke to the students about student loan refinancing, the ADA practice transition program, and information on licensure from the ADA. Hopefully, you can see things are starting to get back to normal. Hope to see ya’ll at the LDA Summer Education Conference in Pensacola, Florida on June 23-26. Have a great summer!
By Dr. Glen J. Corcoran President, Louisiana Dental Association
Getting Back to Normal
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If you have questions regarding the provisional credentialing process please contact: Adam Frugé at AFRUGE@LOUISIANAHEALTHCONNECT.COM
Practitioners who do not seek to be part of the ACLA provider network/practice following the COVID-19 pandemic, and are providing care to members/patients as part of federal, state or local government emergency response team should submit a non-participating provider form to network@amerihealthcaritasla.com. Healthy Blue LAinterPR@HealthyBlueLA.com
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2. Submit a request for participation to UnitedHealthcare so we can start the provisional credentialing process. You can submit your request for participation in one of three ways: Call 877-842-3210 and enter the practitioner’s tax identification number (TIN). Then, select Credentialing > Medical > Join the Network. Email swproviderservices@uhc.com. Include the practitioner’s full name, National Provider Identifier (NPI) number, TIN, CAQH ID and a brief description of the request. For more information, visit www.ldh.la.gov
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MCOs are following the guidance issued by the National Committee for Quality Assurance for provisional credentialing during this event. MCO contact information: MCO Credentialing Contact Aetna Better Health LAProvider@aetna.com
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1. Submit a completed and signed application and attestation through CAQH ProView®Opens in a new window or a statemandated application. Please be sure to select UnitedHealthcare as an approved health plan.
The LA Department of Health updated its policies to allow dental providers contracted with Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) as professional services providers to bill for the administration of COVID-19 vaccines using a hard copy or electronic professional services medical claim form.
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In order to apply for provisional credentialing, please complete the standard credentialing packet and label the top as “Provisional Credentialing Request.” Submit completed packets to LHC_Provider_Credent@Centene.com.
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Shreveport Dentists Administering the COVID-19 Vaccine
Dr. Jeffrey Kerst administering the COVID-19 vaccine.
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By Alannie Broussard Communications and Public Affairs, LDA Early this year, the LDA was hard at work prioritizing COVID-19 vaccines for dentistry. After successfully getting the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) to designate dentistry as an essential health care service, the LDA worked just as hard to make sure Louisiana dentists are on the vaccine administrator list. LDA member, Dr. Jeffrey Kerst did something he never thought would happen in his dental career by administering the vaccine for the first time in April. “Receiving the vaccine myself was one of the most relieving moments during the midst of the pandemic,” said Dr. Kerst. “So, it felt phenomenal to be able to give the vaccine to my patients and potentially change theBeforeworld.”dentists could administer the vaccine, Dr. Kerst participated in hours of continuing education courses, hoping dentists would eventually be authorized to give the vaccine. Once dentists were eligible, Dr. Kerst immediately partnered with the LDH and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to administer the Moderna vaccine at his dental office, Kerst & Caskey Family Dentistry in Shreveport.“Sincemany people have already received the vaccine, we are primarily appealing to those who are on the fence of traveling due to the pandemic,” said Dr. Kerst. The quarantine prevented Dr. Kerst from visiting his elderly family members for over one year, so he understood that many individuals were keeping travel to a minimum. Administering the vaccine at his dental office created a sense of convenience by providing dental services and vaccines all in one place. After one month, Dr. Kerst vaccinated nearly 20 individuals and has more than 12 vaccine appointments scheduled throughout June. Dr. Kerst is beyond grateful to be able to assist in vaccine administration and suggests that everyone consider getting vaccinated to remain moving in a direction of normalcy.
By Dr. Michael J. Maginnis President, Louisiana Dental Services, Inc. www.ladental.org/LDS LOUISIANA SERVICESDENTAL
• Monitor and easily manage your online reviews and showcase them directly on your website.
• Show off your practice’s personality on Facebook with branded custom image and readyto-go post ideas emailed twice perTakeweek.advantage of this offer and save hundreds in setup and subscription fees. For more information, visit www.practicemojo.com or call (800) 556-2580.LDSis also proud to support the LDA Summer Education Conference, which will be held Wednesday through Saturday, June 23-26, 2021, at the Hilton Beach Gulf Front in Pensacola, Florida. This is an opportunity for a summer family vacation and a chance to earn 16 hours of C.E. credit. The conference is partially sponsored by LDS and one of its endorsed companies, Brown and Brown Association Services Professionals. Check out the speakers, the hotel, and register online at the LDA’s website: www.ladental.org. LDS also met with many LDA members in the Exhibit Hall of the New Orleans Dental Conference and LDA Annual Session at the Hilton Riverside Hotel. My feet still hurt!! However, it was great having the Conference back at the Hilton Riverside and it was fantastic to see so many dentists and dental staff members in-person. I hope you attended and visited one of a number of LDS’s endorsed companies’ booths on the Exhibit Hall floor. This is a great chance to talk to representatives of our endorsed companies, ask questions and size up the product or service to determine how it will fit into your practice. If you are looking for bargains or want to save money, check out the list of products and services offered exclusively to LDA members by Louisiana Dental Services. Find the list on the LDA’s website at www. ladental.org/LDS . . . look for “LDS Endorsed Companies” and start saving money!
• Answer the phone with confidence with Smart Caller ID that displays patient information on your computer screen.
• Reduce no-shows and communicate with integrated text messaging, email campaigns, automated phone calls, and postcard reminders.
8 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 There are lots of exciting opportunities to check out quality products and services at reduced pricing for LDA members as a part of the LDS endorsed program. Most recently, we expanded our endorsement relationship with ProSites to include its patient communication solution: PracticeMojo. With our existing ProSites endorsement, you get a holistic marketing solution, including a mobile-friendly, professional website, SEO services to improve your Google rankings, and social media management to run Facebook and other social channels. Now you can leverage PracticeMojo for automated texts, emails, postcards, and readyto-go campaigns to recall and remind patients. Feature online appointment booking on your website, tied to your practice management system, online forms, and more. You can use PracticeMojo to:
LDS Adds Endorsement of Patient Communication Solution: PracticeMojo
• Reduce time spent in the waiting room with a HIPAA compliant portal and online patient forms.
LDA Journal • Summer 2021 9 Fishing Rodeo July 15-17, 2021 FRIENDS, FUN, & FISHING! Grand Isle Marina, LAGrand Isle LA SPONSORS (as of 5/25/2021) Ag Dental CPAs & Advisors, Bayou State Crown & Bridge Lab, Brown & Brown Association Services Professionals, DentaQuest, MCNA Dental, Patterson Dental, Campus Federal Credit Union, K.B. Kaufmann & Co. FR 2021 Spring Journal indd 1 5/25/2021 10:47:33 AM
• If the contracting entity is a dental carrier, the provider chose to participate in third-party access Annette ExecutiveDroddyDirector, LDA Dr. Gizelle Richard Chair, Council on Government Affairs
The 2021 regular session of the Louisiana Legislature adjourned sine die on Thursday, June 10, with one of the final acts being approval of a $43 billion spending plan for the state budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1. The session was chock full of wins for dentistry and the LDA. Both LDA sponsored bills have already been signed by the Governor prior to the close of session. Here is the breakdown: LDA Bills: HB 387 (Act 26) by Rep. Kyle Green – This is the LDA’s bill requiring transparency in network leasing. HB 387 has been signed by the Governor and is effective 8/1/21. The National Coalition of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) adopted model legislation regarding network leasing. Network leasing by dental insurers has become a challenge in a number of states, including Louisiana. The LDA filed a bill that modeled NCOIL’s suggestions. The model act is all about transparency for the dentists who often inadvertently sign into contracts with leasing companies and/or dental plans without understanding they have agreed to a leasing arrangement that opens up their office to both existing and new patients at a fee level that is below their usual and customary fees. The LDA introduced this model legislation to bring transparency to network leasing and to provide consumer protection.
Dr. Gizelle Richard during the briefings at the State Library of Louisiana.
Dr. Gizelle Richard, Rep. Kyle Green and Annette Droddy on the day HB 387 was reported favorably out House Insurance Committee.
• The contract specifically states that the contracting entity may enter into an agreement with a third party allowing the third party to obtain the contracting entity’s rights and responsibilities as if the third party is the contracting entity.
10 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 2021 Regular Session of the Legislature: LDA and Dentistry to Have Several Big Wins Again This Year LDA Lobbying Strong Since We Have Maintained Our Power by Maintaining Membership Numbers EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
A full copy of Act 26 can be downloaded from the LDA website, but a few parts of the law worth pointing out include:
Note: Most photos on these pages are from Dentists’ Day at the Legislature, April 28, 2021. Thank you to all who attended! All actions listed are current as of June 10, 2021.
• The third party accessing the contract agrees to comply with all terms of the provider network contract.
• The contracting entity notifies network providers in writing or electronic form that a new third party is leasing or purchasing the network at least 30 days in advance of the relationship taking effect.
• The contracting entity identifies all third parties in existence in a list on its internet website that is updated at least once every 90 days.
Patrick Cecola, Dr. Mason Liles, Dr. Victoria Boraski, and Dr. Jacob Roger Smith.
• A third party’s right to a provider’s discounted rate ceases as of the termination date of the provider network contract.
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• SB 82 (Act 89) by Sen. Stewart Cathey – This is the LDA’s bill adding the review of dental insurance plans under the Health Insurance Issuer External Review Act. Louisiana passed the Health Insurance Issuer External Review
• The contracting entity identifies, in writing or electronic form to the provider, all third parties in existence as of the date of the contract.
• The contracting entity notifies the third party of the termination of a provider network contract no later than 30 days from the termination date with the contracting entity.
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• The contracting entity requires a third party to identify the source of the discount on all remittance advices or explanations of payment under which a discount is taken.
• If the contracting entity is an insurer, the third-party access provision of any provider network contract specifically states that the contract grants third-party access to the provider network.
• At the time the provider network contract is entered into or renewed, or when there are material modifications to a contract relevant to granting access of a provider network contract to a third party, a dental carrier shall allow any provider which is part of the carrier’s provider network to choose not to participate in third-party access to the contract or to enter into a contract directly with the health insurer that acquired the provider network. If a provider opts out of a network lease arrangement, this does not permit the contracting entity to cancel or otherwise end a contractual relationship with the provider. When initially contracting with a provider, a contracting entity shall accept a qualified provider even if a provider rejects a network lease provision.
Rep. Kathy Edmonston and Dean Rob Laughlin during the visit of house and senate chambers.
Dr. Don Donaldson, Rep. Jerome “Zee” Zeringue (Chairman of Appropriations), Dr. Maria Burmaster, and Scott Kirkpatrick.
Dr. John Ward, Legislative Chaplain Rev. Rodney Wood, and Rep. Michael Johnson.
12 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 Act in 2013, allowing individuals to file claims and appeals for an independent review related to their medical insurance in the event they disagree with the coverage decision. This act shall apply to external review or adverse determinations involving individual claims in excess of $250. Many states who have this external review process also include dental insurance claims as eligible for this review process, but Louisiana did not. In fact, Louisiana Medicaid coverage already allows for independent reviews on dental AND medical claims. However, private insurance did not include dentists. (The LDA filed the bill for dental Medicaid claims independent review in 2018.) SB 82 was signed by the Governor and is effective 6/4/21.
Budget (HB 1) The LDA, through an appropriation to the LSU School of Dentistry, asked for and received a one-time allocation in HB1 of $100,000 to create Louisiana’s Mass Disaster Team to have the equipment and supplies ready in case of emergencies. Mass disaster teams were used for the Pan Am crash of 1982 in New Orleans and during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The LDA believes that this is a low investment for Louisiana to have a team prepared and available in case of a mass disaster. It is terrible to lose a loved family member or friend. It is even worse not knowing what happened to them. This team can assist the coroners in giving the family closure. Dr. Bob Barsley, who passed away in September 2019, was the go-to person in Louisiana on forensic dentistry. He was co-chair of the Odontology Section of the Scientific Working Group on Disaster Victim Identification funded by the National Annette Droddy, Tara LeBlanc, Senator Bret Allain (Chairman of Revenue and Fiscal Affairs), Dr. Don Donaldson, and Johnny Koch.
Institute of Justice and the FBI. He was integral in both the Pan Am crash and Hurricane Katrina in forensic identification. With his death, this wealth of knowledge ended abruptly. Dentists of Louisiana would like to carry the torch in his honor!
Dental School Class of 1984: From left to right: Dr. Eddie Hebert, Dr. Mark Odom, Dr. David Hildebrandt, Dr. Jeff Hooton, Dr. John Ward, Dr. Steve Ortego, Dr. Charlie Foy, and Dr. Ike House.
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Other LDA Priorities: HB 172 by Rep. Rhonda Butler and Sen. Franklin Foil – Provides for Medicaid coverage of dental care for certain adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The bill has gone through the process and is waiting for the Governor’s signature.
Rep. John Illg and Dr. James Burns at the reception at the Pentagon Barracks.
The LDA also supported the very successful efforts of our Medicaid Task Force Chair Dr. Don Donaldson in advocating for increased rates per child and per unit for dental Medicaid hospital anesthesia. As many of you may be aware, dentists’ time in the OR in many of our state’s hospitals have been cut drastically over the last few years. Hospitals have told us that it is because of the much lower rates that they are paid for the dental Medicaid patients, and they simply cannot afford to have as many dental patients. Dr. Donaldson’s work in advocating for the additional payments to hospitals and his continued work to reach out to hospitals to inform them of this change is integral in the improvement of access-to-care in Louisiana. This successful endeavor was an incredible step in achieving a goal of putting dentists in a more equal position in reserving OR time. This will make a huge difference to dental patients and create a totally different environment for dental cases in hospitals. It may take a few months to work out the kinks and implement the new fees but the fees will be effective July 1, 2021.
HCR 34 by Rep. Rhonda Butler and Sen. Louie Bernard – Requests a study regarding potential means of financing dental care for adult residents of intermediate care facilities.
A long-recommended proposal to untie Louisiana’s income tax collections from federal tax payments won passage, sending the concept to voters for a decision on the October ballot. The proposal would get rid of personal income tax and corporate tax deductions for federal income taxes paid in exchange for lowering the state’s income tax rates. Louisiana also would permanently eliminate the corporate franchise tax for small businesses and lower the tax rate for others. Sen. Bret Allain led the Senate tax debate. The last hurdle will be if Gov. John Bel Edwards vetoes individual pieces of the package that requires all measures to pass before it can take effect.
Rep. Rhonda Butler and Dr. Kirk Soileau at the reception at the Pentagon Barracks.
• Increasing tuition revenue via out-ofstate and foreign students (class size for Louisiana residents to remain constant);
• Increasing clinic income both on and off-campus; • Expanding our general practice residency (GPR) and dental hygiene programs in the state.
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Celebrating our Graduates: The pandemic has certainly put a strain on traditional graduations over the past two years. Although the joint LSU Health graduation ceremony was canceled this year, the individual schools were granted approval to celebrate separately at the Ernest Memorial Convention Center on May 13. Safety and social distancing practices were in place. This year, the school celebrated with 112 graduates and their families—69 in dental, 39 in dental hygiene, and four in dental laboratory technology.
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14 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 A Look Ahead By Dr. Robert M. Laughlin Dean, LSU School of Dentistry
Finding new ways to underwrite and strengthen dental education in Louisiana is a necessity today. As most know, the budget challenges over the past two decades have taken a toll. Today, the immediate charge from the LSU Health leadership is clear. In addition to sustaining our four-fold mission of education, patient care, outreach and research, we must address the $8 million+ dental school budget deficit and develop a plan to significantly improve access to dental care for underserved adults and children in Louisiana.
• Decreasing annual expenditures by eliminating duplication and increasing efficiency;
The end goal—eliminate the debt within five years and increase reserves for future initiatives to benefit and strengthen our educational programs. Education is the first and primary mission of LSUSD. The other three mission-focus areas of patient care, outreach, and research stem from our educational mission. Access to Care Central to the expansion of dental services for the underserved is the establishment of American Dental Association-accredited GPR programs in cities throughout the state within the next five years. LSUSD GPR programs already exist in New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Additional programs will be established in Alexandria, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Monroe and Shreveport—with the first in Shreveport by year-end. The first phase of the effort also includes Monroe, which will be established within the next year. The second phase, over a four-year period, will include Lake Charles and Alexandria; the third, in year five, will include the Lafayette/Opelousas area. GPR resident programs will be key to increasing access to dental care as most Louisiana citizens live or work within 60 miles of these more urban areas. To complement resident care, our DDS Rural Scholars Track (RST) students will rotate through the clinics to provide dental care to those in need. Practicing dentists in the communities will also benefit as GPR residents are trained in providing care for more difficult to treat patients, such as those who are medically compromised. Plans are also underway to establish new dental hygiene educational programs to help alleviate current and/or future professional shortages in the state. The first initiative will be in Alexandria in partnership with Louisiana State University Alexandria. Approximately 15 students will be admitted each year. Program expansion to other areas may also be possible if the need is Encouragingjustified. some of our DDS graduates to live and practice in rural, underserved areas of the state is also a part of our efforts to address access to dental care. The goal is to have at least eight dental students enrolled in the program in any given year. Their base tuition fee will be unwritten by the interest from endowed funds. For every year of tuition waived, graduates are required to serve one year in a rural area. The philosophy will be to trade tuition dollars for service in rural communities. Service obligations would be one for one. The scholarship committee aims to identify students who are from rural areas and/or have plans to live and practice in a rural area long-term.
Maldistribution of dentists is the major issue facing Louisiana. Most are clustered in urban areas. We also realize the importance of spreading the message early to youth who live in rural areas. The annual “Dash… into Dentistry” event, a partnership between LSUSD and the Central Louisiana Area Health Education Center (CLAHEC), is held in the spring to introduce high school students to opportunities in the dental profession. The program includes information on the admissions process for all three of our degree programs, salary expectations, group discussion and information about dental public health. It targets high school students from CLAHEC’s 17-parish service area that includes Ascension, Avoyelles, Catahoula, Concordia, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Grant, Iberville, LaSalle, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, Rapides, St. Helena, Vernon, West Baton Rouge, West Feliciana, and Winn.
The Deficit A multifaceted approach will be necessary to decrease the deficit. Efforts now underway include:
New Freshman Class: We look forward to welcoming our freshman dental students in July. The class size for the DDS degree program remains at 75 students. For the 2021/2022 academic year, 1,023 applications were received—121 individuals interviewed, 88 accepted, and 75 registered to attend. Next year’s class is comprised of 31 males and 44 females with an average
LDA Journal • Summer 2021 15 age of 23.2. Sixty-one students are Caucasian, three are AfricanAmerican, nine are Asian and two are Hispanic. Of the 75 accepted dental students, 56 are from Louisiana, four are from Arkansas and 15 are from other states. Overall GPA was 3.64 with an average science GPA of 3.52; the average Dental Admissions Test score was 21.6; the average chalk score was 6.54. The dental hygiene program is equally competitive. Last year, 139 applications were received and 38 students were accepted into the program. The average science GPA was 3.47 and the average ACT score 23. The dental laboratory technology program is not as competitive and serves as a viable alternative for those interested in an oral health profession.
Congratulations to the graduates who received LSUSD Alumni Association Leadership Awards. From left to right: Amy Cerniglia (dental hygiene); Gerard Scannell III (dentistry), Mason Liles (dentistry), Paul Nguyen (DLT), and Bailey Walker (dentistry).
New GPR & OMS Clinics: LSUSD General Practice Residency and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) are enjoying new state-ofthe-art clinics this year on Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center’s campus. Prior to the move, the two clinics were operating in separate locations. The new configuration will provide improved services for referred patients for both specialties. The clinic has 16 dental operatories, two surgical suites and two separate waiting rooms—one for each specialty. Three full-time faculty members are currently on staff for the new clinic—one director for the GPR program and two faculty members for OMS. Eight GPR residents, 24 OMS residents and six OMS interns will provide services at the site. As we look to the future, please know that we are committed to sustaining and strengthening our educational programs in New Orleans and across the state. The support of the dental community, our legislators and the LSUSD Team will be instrumental in helping us achieve our future ambitions. Your continued support is valued and very much appreciated.
16 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 2021 is off to a great start for the Louisiana Dental Hygienists’ Association (LDHA). We had our first live in-person CE for 2021 and it was amazing. Thank you to our sponsors, Dentsply Sirona and Orascoptic, LDHA members and Registered Dental Hygienists across the state for such a successful event. A special thank you to Myra Hebert and the Acadiana Hygiene Association component for all your hard work to make this live event possible during the COVID19 pandemic. Due to the great attendance of our spring event, LDHA is happy to announce our fall session for 2021. This year’s fall session will be Friday, November 12 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Bossier City. Eight clinical hours will be available. We look forward to another great CE event. During our Annual Session in March, the LDHA elected new officers. I am proud to return as president for the 2021-2022 year. Tracy Jordan was elected Vice President, Leslie Cvitanovic was re-elected as secretary and Donna Sarabia will serve another term as treasurer. Our delegation committee for the state includes Senior delegate Joanna Peters, Junior delegate Donna Sarabia, and alternate delegates Yancine Eggers and Meghan Nettles. The delegation committee will represent LDHA at the ADHA annual conference in June. This year’s conference will be held June 18-20 in Phoenix, Arizona. Our legislative team has been hard at work developing ideas to expand the role of the dental hygienist in the state. The LDHA is currently in support of HB 172: Dental Care for Adults with intellectual and Association.Dentalsupportallidentanothercaloptionsexploresolothesupervisionsupervision.supervisionsettingsouralsoMangham,helpdisabilities.developmentalWiththeofourlobbyistLiztheLDHAislookingtoexpandroleinclinicalbychangingourtogeneralGeneralwouldallowhygienisttoperformanesthesiaaswellasdifferentcareeroutsideofclini-dentalhygiene.Ilookforwardtoyearaspres-andthankyouforyourcontinuedoftheLouisianaHygiene LDHA Updates By Meghan Newport Nettles RDH, BS, President, Louisiana Dental Hygienists’ AssociationDENTALLOUISIANA ASSOC.HYGIENISTS’ KICK-OFFC.E. August 27, 2021 LASTSEMINARCHANCE BOTH COURSES COUNT AS IN-PERSON C.E. HOURS December 10, 2021
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Updates from May 2021 LSBD
Greetings colleagues! Since the last board update, it has been relatively quiet. The big item requiring attention at the May board meeting was C.E. for 2021 renewals. There appears to be plenty of live C.E. available for the remainder of the year. However, for the specialists, there appears to be little relevant live C.E. for them since their main source of meaningful C.E. appears to be at their specialty national meetings. Most of those have been changed to remote meetings. They could get live C.E., but it would not be pertinent to their specialty and thus while meeting the letter of the law, it would not meet the intent. Also, for those with moderate sedation permits, live refresher courses for both pediatric and adults have been hard to find. While some of our general dentistry national meetings have been converted to remote, many have been changed to a new location due to some parts of the country, especially larger cities, are still in “shutdown” mode. Considering these factors, and with the fuel supply issues and general uncertainty about the rest of the year, the decision was made to accept any mode of delivery for C.E. for the renewal cycle ending this year, just like we did for the renewal cycle ending 2020. Of course, live C.E. is still accepted. This applies to our hygienists as well so please spread the word to those who work with you and others who are friends and acquaintances. We anticipate that the renewal cycle in 2022 will be unaffected and will require live C.E. in the normal amounts, which are for dentists at least 20 live and up to 10 remote, total 30, including 3 hours of live CPR all clinically related. So, it’s a good idea to get live C.E. this year especially if you are renewing in 2022. Also, for clarification, please note that ACLS and PALS must be taken live, just like CPR. The American Association of Dental Boards recently decided to start a program of C.E. accreditation called ACE (similar to PACE and CERP by the ADA and AGD). After evaluating the criteria, the board felt that we could accept courses with the ACE designation for approved C.E. If you are inclined to follow C.E. news or want to provide C.E. in an area of your expertise, you might want to check out their website at www.dentalace.org.Whenyouarechoosing C.E. providers, be aware you might see this designation and know it is an accepted course by our board, as long as it is clinical C.E., not practice management, etc.
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Finally, there was a concern regarding sedation safety in the dental offices of general dentists and a consideration to require dentists to have the same level of sedation permit as anyone they use in their offices to provide sedation services (CRNA, Dental Anesthesiologist, moderate sedation permit holder) while they do the dentistry. Some states have this requirement, which pushes a lot of patients into the hospital setting. However, we do not have many hospitals that allow private patients in for general dental procedures since insurance rarely covers the extra hospital services and the Medicaid reimbursement level is so low for the sedation administered for these dental procedures. The question was raised, if a sedation permit holder could do moderate or deep sedation in their offices by themselves with only their support staff, why would it be necessary to have the treating dentist hold a sedation permit to the same level? It was noted that CRNAs have far more training and experience providing sedation services than most dentists holding a sedation permit. In the end, these points carried the day and no change will be made. As it stands now, if you wish to have a CRNA or other sedation permit holder provide the anesthesia services for you in your office (assuming the patient meets the medical criteria for safely doing so), you only have to be ACLS (adults) or PALS (kids) certified along with the proper monitoring equipment, etc.
By Dr. Ike House President, Louisiana State Board of Dentistry
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If you have further questions about these issues or any others, please feel free to call the board office or contact your district representative. I hope everyone has a safe, pleasant, and memorable summertime (with no hurricanes)!
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Dr. Frank Martello, DDS Volunteer and past president of the DLN • LA Board of Directors
Marine Veteran Gets His Smile Back
Volunteer386DentistsinLouisiana Volunteer80LabsinLouisiana 5,420 PEOPLE SERVED in Louisiana since Donated1987 Dental Services (DDS) Volunteers 34 YEARS = dental$11.6Mindonatedtreatmentofvolunteerslife-saving DLN Volunteer Spotlight
You are helping change and save the lives of people with special needs. To learn more visit: DentalLifeline.org Thank you
Willie is a 61-year-old veteran who lives in New Orleans and takes care of his mother. He served in the Marine Corps from 1982-1989. After his service, he drove an 18 wheeler truck, and worked from rheumatoid arthritis, HIV and has had two shoulder surgeries. Because of his health he was forced to stop working.
Willie also had oral health issues; many of his teeth infections and abscesses causing pain and making stipend and Social Security Disability, struggles to make ends meet and dental treatment was beyond his means. Thankfully, he found the Donated Dental Services (DDS) program and was linked with Dr. Frank Martello, a LA DDS volunteer and past president of Dental Lifeline Network • Louisiana. With Dr. Martello’s help, along with a volunteer laboratory—Willie received thousands of dollars in donated treatment that restored his dental health and smile. “Willie is THE nicest patient we have, of any kind. He was a clarinetist in the Marine Corps, and has some serious health issues that he works very hard to keep at bay. He is happy with his new dentures and smile.”
20 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 The New Orleans Dental Conference and LDA Annual Session was successfully hosted on May 6-8, 2021, at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. It was a pleasure to see everyone receiving CE and visiting with friends and colleagues in person again. Mark your calendars for April 7-9, 2022, to attend next year at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Visit www.nodc.org for more information. The New Orleans Den and LDA Annual Sessi conyr
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Access to scientific journals during the COVID-19 pandemic
The most requested titles were Dentistry Today, American Journal of Dentistry, Dental Update, Practical Periodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry and the Texas Dental Journal. Out of the 12 most requested titles from LSUHSC-NO libraries, 5 of them were from the dental library. The COVID-19 pandemic caused many changes in everyone’s daily life and workday, including that of the library staff at LSUSD. The LSUSD library staff had their hours on campus reduced for safety reasons, never expecting how our small school from a small state would affect the research and patient care process for dentists around the world. After a few emails, the staff immediately noticed an increase of items being requested from our small print collection, and our staff prioritized our new role in fulfilling these requests. The staff identified the significance of what we were able to do with our time on campus and how our collection can help researchers across the world. We were happy to do our part, however small in the grand scheme of things.
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The role of the LSU Dental Library
During the pandemicCOVID-19lockdown, most health sciences libraries were closed and unable to meet the information needs of the health professionals who seek journal articles for research or patient care. However, the LSUHSC-NO libraries did not close and continued to provide access to library resources including databases, books and journals. The libraries have always participated in interlibrary lending programs to provide resources to other libraries and this service became especially important during theThelockdown.LSUHSC-NO libraries have a collection of books and journals to support all six of the schools that comprise LSUHSC-NO including allied health, dentistry, graduate studies, medicine, nursing and public health. During the lockdown, we saw a 145% increase in requests from 2020 for journal articles, books and book chapters than the same period in 2019. From March – September 2020, we filled 3,416 requests for journal articles, book chapters, and entire books. The dental library collection alone filled at least 544 of thoseNormally,requests.most interlibrary loan requests to LSUSD come from the libraries within the southeastern U.S. but libraries from all over the world found us while searching for an open library who would fill the requests from the dentists and other health professionals they serve. The Dental Library provided articles to libraries on 5 other continents. Requests came in from as far away as Thailand, Australia, Spain, and South Africa. We sent articles and book chapters to international libraries such as Edinburgh University in Scotland, University of Oslo in Norway, Universitaria de Granada in Spain, University of Melbourne in Australia and the National and University Library in Slovenia. In North America, we provided resources to Harvard University, Yale University, Johns Hopkins University, Stanford University, the Food and Drug Administration, the National Institutes of Health and the American Dental Association.
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1 Reference to The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth am I Here for?, Warren, Rick, 2002.
An Evolved Financial Plan Continually Assesses Change
4 “The only really happy people are those who have learned how to serve.” Purpose Driven, Warren.
Evolution of the “Purpose Driven”
Retirement By Chad CERTIFIEDOlivierFINANCIAL PLANNER™MANAGEMENT
An Evolved Financial Plan Considers Individual Motivation and RiskTolerance Historically, investors focused on the fear of running out of money as the basis for retirement planning. Although maintaining an individual’s standard of living is paramount during retirement, the primary motivation during the planning process has moved from fear to purpose. This should be based on the individual’s goals where the portfolio has a stated family index number based on risk tolerance. The Family Index Number is the long-term average rate of return that a family needs to try to meet over a market cycle to achieve their longterm goals.6 This is a forward-looking process that focuses on the individual family situation.
The U.S. is experiencing a retirement surge due to the population of ages 65+ growing and living longer. According to recent research, more than 31% of people aged 44 to 77 plan to work at some point during their retirement.7 For example, Charlie Munger, Vice-Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, is 97 years old and is still considered one of the great business minds of the 20th century.8 The idea of retirement seems to be evolving from one of “stopping work” to “starting something different” in addition to planning to maintain the desired standard of living. The evolved, comprehensive retirement planning process culminates in a plan that translates the language of numbers to speak to the investor’s “purpose-driven” heart.
2 Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP) designation is a professional certification conferred by the CFP Board after meeting education, examination, experience and ethical requirements, including fiduciary duty of care.
3 Why Retirement Is A Flawed Concept, Harvard Business Review, Pasricha, April 13, 2016.
24 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 Evolution is a scientific fact, and aspects of life are constantly evolving. This change can be slow, and adaptations are hardly seen. However, upon closer examination, changes for better chances of survival and better quality of life can be observed. The process of retirement planning has evolved as well.1 What was thought of as financial planning for past generations does not check all the boxes for today’s investors. The retirement landscape is changing. A comprehensive retirement planning process has evolved to better identify investor motivation and utilize strategies to increase adaptability in changing financial environments. The comprehensive nature of the evolved financial planning process helps the investor have increased confidence and peace when facing the unpredictable and often volatile nature of the free markets, and also connect the numbers in a financial plan to the intangible joys of life. An Evolved Financial Plan has a Vision Statement A comprehensive financial plan with a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional,2 should extend beyond numbers to help you determine your vision for your entire financial world, for your lifetime and your legacy. This may be referred to as a holistic plan, which can lead to an actual, physical vision statement for your financial world. The Vision Statement helps the investor gain clarity in his or her personal financial goals. These goals are then empowered by igniting passions within the investor to develop a sense of lifetime prosperity and abundance beyond numbers. An Evolved Financial Plan is Fueled by Purpose Once a comprehensive financial plan is put into action, then it should be consistently monitored. Periodic and timely updates should be made to reflect any major life changes or market factors.3 It has been said that retirement itself may increase your risk of depression by 40%.4 This may be because typical “work” often gives a sense of purpose to our days. A person’s “sense of self” can be tightly dependent on work. A holistic and comprehensive financial plan should include conversations about goals extending to individual passions and sustaining lifetime purpose.5 Research suggests having a purpose in life helps people to have reduced mortality risks (live longer) and promotes positive aging. Goals are set that extends beyond tangible numbers and accumulating wealth, to intangible goals of passion projects and legacy that transform wealth into individualized, empowered prosperity.
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All ADS companies are independently owned & operated. PRACTICES FOR SALE Alexandria | Baton Rouge Lafayette | Metairie | Monroe New Orleans | Shreveport Tangipahoa Parish | Winnfield ASSOCIATE POSITIONS Lafayette | Lake ShreveportCharles Buying or selling a practice in 2021? ADS Lovelace and Associates Professional service at your fingertips. ADS Lovelace and Associates, Inc. (225) www.LovelaceAndAssociates.com927-8015 Congratulations go to Dr. Thomas McCoy transitioning his Metairie practice to Dr. Rachel Neumeyer There is still space in the courses at the Winter C.E. at Walt Disney World! Please note that the LDA room block has filled. However, you can stay off the property and still register for the CE courses. The LDA hopes to see you during Mardi Gras on February 27 – March 1, 2022. Visit andorg/characterwww.ladental.toregisterlearnmore. Winter C.E. Courses
Chad Olivier, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, is the author of What Medical School Did Not Teach You about Financial Planning and The Resourceful Dentist and owner of Olivier Group in Baton Rouge, LA, which specializes in wealth management for physicians, dentists and affluent families. If you have any questions about this article please call (888) 4652112 or visit us at www.oliviergroup.com or 4609 Bluebonnet Blvd., Ste. A, Baton Rouge, LA, 70809 or call 225-757-9484. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Cetera Advisor Networks LLC is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors.
LDA Journal • Summer 2021 25 5 Association for Psychological Science, Purpose in Life as a Predictor, Hill, May 8, 2014. 6 Carson Wealth, The Benefits of Having a Family Index Number, Lookabill 7 Alliance for Lifetime Income, The Peak 65 Generation: Creating a New Retirement Security Framework, Fichtner, March 30, 2021 8 TD Ameritrade Research
26 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 2022 LDA Distinguished Service Award 2022 LDA New Dentist Award OFFICIAL CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Please photocopy, legibly complete, and forward this form together with any supporting documents or exhibits to the LDA, 5637 Bankers Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70808. All forms must be postmarked by November 1, 2021. Please use additional pages if necessary. Please write clearly. If you have questions, contact the LDA office at (800) 388-6642, Dr. Mark Chaney, Chairman of the DSA Committee, at (504) 861-2523, or Dr. Brent Benoit, Chairman of the Council on the New Dentist, at (985) 853-1142. NOMINATION FOR: (check one) NEW DENTIST AWARD DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD (DSA) Nominee’s Name Date of Birth Spouse’s Name _____ Children’s Name(s)_______________________________________ ___ PhoneAddress___________________Cell ______________________ ADA# Nominee has been a member of the ADA/LDA for years. Nominee’s local component Does the nominee prefer communication via email or phone? ______________________Phone #______________________ General description of nominee’s dental practice : ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Nominee’s service to the LDA and ADA (i.e. service projects, committees). Briefly describe the nature of the service, its value to the association and the year, chronologically beginning with the most recent. Nominee’s service to the dental profession in general. Describe service to the profession other than ADA/LDA activities and the year(s). Include other dental organizations, projects (chronologically.) Community Service. Describe activities in the community and the year(s) of service such as volunteer work at community dental clinic, school and church activities (chronologically.) Other information you deem significant about the nominee. On a separate page, please compose a two-paragraph statement of why you feel this person deserves this award from the LDA and organized dentistry. Please attach your letter to this form for submission. Please state your relationship to this person or why you are the person recommending the nominee for this award.
LDA Journal • Summer 2021 27 2022 LDA Humanitarian Award OFFICIAL CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Please photocopy, legibly complete, and forward this form together with any supporting documents or exhibits to the LDA, 5637 Bankers Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70808. All forms must be postmarked by November 1, 2021. Please use additional pages if necessary. Please write clearly. If you have questions, contact the LDA office at (800) 388-6642, Dr. Mark Chaney, Chairman of the DSA Committee, at (504) 861-2523. The LDA DSA Committee also oversees the LDA Humanitarian Award. Nominee’s Name _________________________________________________Date of Birth Spouse’s Name__________________________________Children’s Name(s)________________________________________ AddressPhone___________________Cell ______________________ ADA# Nominee has been a member of the ADA/LDA for years. Nominee’s local component Does the nominee prefer communication via email or phone? ______________________Phone #______________________ General description of nominee’s dental practice: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Nominee’s service of the dental profession in humanitarian efforts. Describe service to the profession and the year(s). Include other organizations, projects of service (chronologically.) Community Service. Describe activities in the community and the year(s) of service such as volunteer work including such activities as school and church activities (chronologically.) Other information you deem significant about the nominee. On a separate page, please compose a two or three-paragraph statement of why you feel this person deserves the Humanitarian Award from the LDA and organized dentistry. Please attach your letter to this form for submission. Please state your relationship to this person or why you are the person recommending the nominee for this award. For a list of past recipients of the DSA, New Dentist or Humanitarian awards or for awards requirements, visit the LDA website at www.ladental.org or call the LDA office at (800) 388-6642.
By Robert McDermott President and CEO, iCoreConnect (LDA/LDS Endorsed Company)
Cyber Attacks: Prevention May be the Cure from Ransomware
Ransomware, a particularly sinister malware, burrows into your system and begins encrypting all your data so you can’t access it. Then a cybercriminal holds your data for ransom, demanding you pay a large sum of money in order for them to give you access to your own files.
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There are big differences between an encryption-only email for general security and a truly HIPAA-compliant email fulfilling every HIPAA security requirement. These requirements range from verifying recipient identity to making sure no email is altered. Phishing Phishing occurs when a criminal tricks an employee into thinking something is a trustworthy source, then convinces them to click a corrupt link or provide sensitive information directly (like a credit card number). The attacker is preying on a lack of awareness on the part of you or a staff member. You need to educate your whole team to recognize suspicious messages, links and questions to avoid falling victim. If the sender is unknown or claims to be your IT person, MSP or someone in your office yet asks you to click an unusual link, verify the email first with the actual person on your team. No one is inherently immune from cyberattacks. Take action now by working with a qualified dental IT services provider to assess, boost and maintain your IT immune system. Work directly with your staff to understand what to look for and how to prevent these types of criminals from getting in the door. Healing from an attack is much more difficult and costly than preventing it in the first place.
Just as you wash your hands regularly, so you don’t get sick, it’s critical to adopt good habits of ‘digital hygiene’ to prevent cyber attacks on your practice. The ‘illness’ threatening your practice is called malware. Malware is an umbrella term for any malicious software criminals use to steal your or your patients’ data.
iCoreConnect, an LDA Endorsed Partner, specializes in comprehensive software that speeds up workflow for dentists. LDA endorses iCoreExchange HIPAAcompliant email. LDA members receive substantial discounts on iCoreExchange. Book a demo at land. icoreconnect.com/LA02 and 888.810.7706.
Just like a human virus can lie undetected, malware can be in your computer system long before you realize it. By the time you see symptoms, it’s too late. Cybercriminals are continually developing sophisticated methods for infecting computers and servers without you catching on. There are two primary ways malware gets into your system and holds your practice ransom. Hacking Hackers secretly tap into your data by exploiting weaknesses in your IT security. Outdated, unmaintained systems often make smaller, older practices particularly easy targets. Working with a proactive team of IT experts, known as Managed IT Services Providers or MSP, is an important layer of defense against attacks. These folks can save you money, time and headaches over the long run. They detect threats early to eliminate or reduce damage well before it gets out of hand.Aparticular vulnerability is how you are using email. Only use Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo, etc. for personal or non-patient specific messages. For anything beyond that, set up a fully HIPAA-compliant, cloud-based email system that protects your information whether it’s sitting in your inbox or sending to another doctor’s inbox.
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Introducing Alannie Broussard LDA Director of Communications and Public Affairs ALANNIE BROUSSARD joined the LDA staff as the new Director of Communications and Public Affairs. She will oversee all communications, marketing and advocacy efforts for the LDA. Broussard graduated cum laude from Louisiana State University in May 2021, in which she earned her Bachelor of Arts in mass communication with a concentration in public relations. Before arriving at the LDA, she worked as the communications intern for the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. Her other previous internships included account associate for Bandwagon, communications intern for LSU Residential Life and marketing intern for LSU Athletics Marketing & Promotions. Broussard is from the Queen City of the Bayou Teche, New Iberia, Louisiana.
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32 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 C.E. ChangeRequirementatMay14LSBDMeeting The LSBD voted to allow all licensees who must renew their licenses by December 31, 2021, to obtain the required continuing education online with the exception of your BLS requirement and any ACLS and/or PALS required for personal permit renewal. Those who renew in December 2022 must have the regular CE requirements to renew their licenses. For more info, read the LSBD report, pg. 18. Save the Datethe Date LDA Calendar of EventsLDA Calendar Events LDALDALDALDAEventDateLocation/WebsiteFoundationFishingRodeoThursday,July15-Saturday,July17,2021GrandIsleMarinaGrandIsle,LAKick-OffC.E.Friday,August27,2021VirtualMeetingwww.ladental.org/kickoffLastChanceSeminarFriday,December10,2021VirtualMeetingwww.ladental.org/lastchanceWinterC.E.withCharacterSunday,February27-Tuesday,March1,2022Disney’sTheGrandFloridian Resort & LakeSpa Buena Vista, www.ladental.org/characterFL New Orleans Dental Conference/LDA Annual Session Thursday, April 7 - Saturday, April 9, 2022 Hyatt Regency Hotel New Orleans, www.nodc.orgLA LDA Summer Education ConferenceWednesday, June 8Saturday, June 11, 2022 Hilton Pensacola Beach, www.ladental.org/summerconferenceFL For more information on LDA events, visit www.ladental.org/events or call Jeanne McFall at (225) 926-1986. SavetheDate2020 Summer Journal indd 1 5/25/2021 12:14:25 PM
LDA Journal • Summer 2021 33 Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Cetera Advisor Networks LLC is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors. Rely on Henry Schein’s network of trusted advisors to help take care of your business, so you can focus on taking care of your patients. YOU CAN RELY ON US. BECAUSE SO MANY RELY ON YOU... 21399 Marion Lane, Ste. D, Mandeville, LA 70471 985-871-0001 www.henryschein.com/relyonus 20 Rely on us AD Master Dental 7 5x4 75 LOUISIANA indd 1 2/13/20 8:59 AM
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Dental Association REGISTRATION: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clda-annual-session-tickets-153332267941 DATE: August 27, 2021 EVENT: Kick-Off C.E. LOCATION: Virtual Event PROVIDER: Louisiana Dental Association, Approved PACE Program Provider REGISTRATION: www.ladental.org/kickoff DATE: September 16, 2021 EVENT: NODHA CE; 2 hrs TIME: 6pm social; 7-9 pm CE SPONSOR: NODHA/Colgate-Palmolive
August 13, 2021 EVENT: CLDA Annual Session TIME: 9am - 4pm (CDT) LOCATION:
DATE: October 21, 2021
DATE: September 30, 2021 EVENT: NODHA CE; 3hrs Clinical TIME: 6pm social; 7-9 pm CE
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COURSE: CPR SPEAKER: Iggy Rosales SPONSOR: NODHA REGISTRATION: Fee ($65); please pay at the time of the event: CASH or CHECK payable to Iggy Rosales. This course will be in “In-Person”. RSVP to RDH@NODHA.org
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34 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 LDA For information on any of the following continuing education courses, please contact the course provider. To list your course in the next calendar, contact the LDA office at (800) 388-6642 or (225) 926-1986. Also check our website for the most up-to-date listings, www.ladental.org. DATE: Ongoing EVENT: Online Opioid Course PROVIDER: Louisiana Dental Association, Approved PACE Program Provider REGISTRATION: www.ladental.org/onlinece DATE: June 23-26, 2021 EVENT: Summer Education Conference 2021 COURSE: Lecture, 4 CE hours each day LOCATION: Hilton Pensacola Beach, FL PROVIDER: Louisiana Dental Association, Approved PACE Program Provider REGISTRATION: www.ladental.org/summerconference
DATE: November 2, 2021
EVENT: LDHA Fall Annual Session
DATE: February 27 – March 1, 2022 EVENT: Winter C.E. with Character LOCATION: The Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Lake Buena Vista, FL
LOCATION: Hyatt Regency Hotel REGISTRATION: www.nodc.org (coming soon) DATE: June 8-11, 2022 EVENT: Summer Conference LOCATION: Hilton Pensacola Beach, FL
DATE: Saturday, November 12, 2021 EVENT: LDHA Fall Session
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PROVIDER: Louisiana Dental Association REGISTRATION: www.ladental.org/summerconference
DATE: January 14, 2022 EVENT: Bowden Leadership LOCATION: LDA Office, 5637 Bankers Ave., Baton Rouge, LA
REGISTRATION: www.ladental.org/lastchance
EVENT: New Orleans Dental Conference/ LDA Annual Session
EVENT: LAST CHANCE LOCATION: Virtual Event PROVIDER: Louisiana Dental Association, Approved PACE Program Provider
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DATE: December 3, 2021
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LOCATION: Hilton Garden Inn, Bossier City, LA
EVENT: NODHA CE; 2 hrs TIME: 11am – 1pm CE SPONSOR: NODHA REGISTRATION: www.nodha.org or RDH@NODHA.orgcontact
DATE: April 7-9, 2022
DATE: December 10, 2021
ContinuingDentalEducation UPCOMINGCOURSES For latest course information,please check our website (www.lsucde.org) DateCourseInformationRegistrationFees*Hours June 24, 2021 Attend this course from ANYWHERE! Try THIS Not THAT...A 3-Hour Interactive Guide to Exquisite Dentistry Presented by Drs. Peter Auster & Daniel Ward via Live-Stream Video Conference Regular / Late Dentist: $189 / $219 Hygienist / Lab Tech: $149 / $179 Dental Assistant: $89 / $99 3 (lecture)clinical July 23-25, 2021 Attend this course from ANYWHERE! Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): An Evidence-Based Approach to Diagnosis and Management Presented by Drs. Ronald Auvenshine, Steve Bender, Charles Carlson, Glenn Kidder via Live-Stream Video Conference Early Bird / Regular HealthcareDentist/ Provider: $2,250 / $2,467 17 (lecture)clinical July 24, 2021 LIMITED HANDS-ONSEATING,COURSE! Digital and Conventional Radiology (RAD) for the Dental Assistant Presented by Dale Brooks, LRT; Jeaneta Starks, DA; Natasha Crossley-Williams, DA at LSU School of Dentistry Regular Assistant: $325 8 4(4clinicallecture,participation) August 13-15, 2021 LIMITED HANDS-ONSEATING,COURSE! Expanded Duty Dental Assistant - Lafayette Presented by Karen Coco, EDDA; Loretta Hoyer, EDDA; and Telisa Rogers, EDDA Regular Assistant: $700 24 12(12clinicallecture,participation) LSU Health New Orleans Continuing Dental Education is the brand name of LSU’s overall continuing dental education program; it represents the long-standing affiliation and working relationship between LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry and The Louisiana Academy of Continuing Dental Education, Inc. the purpose of developing, marketing, and administering live and online continuing education courses and training programs. REGISTERTODAY! Online: www.lsucde.org Phone: (504) 941-8193 LSU Health New Orleans Continuing Dental Education is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality provider s of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at ADA.org/CERP. Friday-Saturday, July 16-17, 2021 via Live-Stream Video Conference* AGD #: 430 | Course #63-21-Video* | a maximum of 12 clinical hours (lecture) Registration Fees: Early Bird Regular Late BY 12:00 pm / BY 12:00 pm / AFTER 12:00 pm / noon (CST) 6/4/2021 noon (CST) 7/9/2021 noon (CST) 7/9/2021 Dentist: $1,010 $1,060 $1,110 Dental Team Member: $265 $295 $325 * LSUCDE video courses are live-streamed via BlueJeans. CE administrators perform roll call and random check-ins via the chat window in BlueJeans. Before the course you will receive three links: a link to the meeting, a link to a short test, and a link to a course evaluation.Youmustsubmit the test and evaluation in order to receive credit. The Louisiana State Board of Dentistry counts CE hours earned through LSUCDE live video conference as in-person hours. Don’t Miss These Exciting Courses:BENCH TEST PREPARATORY COURSE This course will prepare you to take a bench test exam and/or the prosthodontic and restorative portions of the CDCA Manikin exam. Friday-Sunday, August 20-22, 2021 at LSU School of Dentistry OR via Live-Stream Video Conference AGD #250 | Course #20-21 | a maximum of 20 clinical hours (6.5 lecture, 13.5 Registrationparticipation)Fees: Early Bird Regular Late (BY 12:00 pm / noon CST 7/9/21) (BY 12:00 pm / noon CST 8/13/21) (AFTER 12:00 pm / noon CST 8/13/21) Dentist: $2,845 $2,995 $3,145 More information on these & other upcoming courses can be found www.lsucde.orgat Moderate Sedation Review & Update For Pediatric Patients Only
LDA Journal • Summer 2021 37 LDA North Central Arkansas general dentist practice for sale. I have been at the same location for 30 years. Collections are 950K on 4 days/week. Two ops are for the dentist and two ops are for the full-time hygienists. If the desire to live in a safer smaller town interests you, this is a must see. Contact info: 870-613-4816 or tomargaret80@gmail.com. Now is the time to join Millerville Dental Group. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. Responsibilities • Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience™ by striving to keep your patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of your doctor • Remove deposits and strains from teeth by scaling and root planning. • Assist in the prevention and control of dental caries (decay) and gum disease. • Obtain and review dental history and/or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips). Ensure that the health history is updated for all returning patients. Qualifications • Degree or certification for Hygiene from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to meet state licensure requirements. Commitment to continuing education for hygiene and dentistry • Valid and current Registered Dental Hygienist license in accordance with applicable state licensure requirements • Advanced degree (e.g., Masters) for Hygiene from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred Benefits • Medical, dental and vision insurance • Paid time off • Tuition Reimbursement • Child care assistance • 401K Apply Here: ozBBmlhJEZEbT6XriBjXzhttps://www.click2apply.net/ Associate dentist needed for a family dental practice in Lake Charles, LA. Flexible hours and buy-in option. Established and profitable practice. Friendly, professional and competent staff. Requirements: D.D.S., state dental license and liability insurance. Please contact Bob Huston, Paragon at 601-946-1553. Gonzales Dental office is updating. Items for sale listed, pick up only. Please email us at: MSDsaints2@gmail. com. (5/26/21) 1 Opti Plex 3020, windows 10, yr 2015 $100 1 Opti Plex 7020, windows 10, yr 2015 $225 4 585 wall monitor mounts A-dec with floating tilt each$1,000 6 small ICW mounts$200 each 2 small TV ceiling mounts$75 each 4 18.5 in Samsung/ 1- 19 in TVs$75 each 1 23.5 in Samsung TV$75 1 32 in RCA LED TV $100 3 dental overhead lights$500 each 3 rear cabinets with HVE attached$400 each 3 x-ray pass throughs$200 each 4 IGT monitor mounts$75 each GBR Dental Clinic is looking to add a new doctor to our multi-doctor, general dentistry practices. We have two locations in the Greater Baton Rouge area. Call 225-304-4230 for a recorded message with information about joining our practice or send an email to drlouismason@gmail.com.
• Act as an expert in the local market, employing best practices for patient acquisition and retention
Benefits •
The average full-time PDS-supported Dentist earns $160,000Testimonial$390,000.fromDr. Callaway-Nelson: “Partnering with PDS has given me the opportunity to realize my dream of practice ownership. I am able to do the dentistry that I love.” Dr. Callaway-Nelson Apply Here: m62bykhYGpbeHKkOiRzmYhttps://www.click2apply.net/ Classifieds
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision) • 401(k) Savings Plan
Dentists of Lake Charles: Let us allow you to do what you do best by doing the dentistry that you diagnose while exploring future partnership opportunities. We follow through on our promise to clinicians with our culture of patient centric care, our ability to deliver comprehensive integrated care, and our ability to support modern dentistry. PDS supported owner dentists know that being backed by the country’s leading dental support organization allows them to focus on providing patient centric and clinically excellent care. Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package
• Malpractice Insurance
• Experience leading a team, mentoring and coaching subordinates A life of service is the highest calling, and we live it every day. Join us as an Operations Manager/Trainee at Pacific Dental Services and help us improve the quality of life for millions of people. Apply Here: https://www. click2apply.net/ljqy8DIQnjqJUbVyF4bAV
• 401(k) Savings Plan
Now is the time to join Dentists of Mandeville. Let us allow you to do what you do best by doing the dentistry that you diagnose while exploring future partnership opportunities. We follow through on our promise to clinicians with our culture of patient centric care, our ability to deliver comprehensive integrated care, and our ability to support modern dentistry.
• Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package
• Provide direct individual and team leadership to achieve success in an entrepreneurial environment
• Strong retail management and leadership skills
As an Operations Manager at Pacific Dental Services, you’ll have the opportunity to build a promising career—and a bright future. At Pacific Dental Services, we’ll help you take your drive and dedication as far as you want to go. When you join us as an Operations Manager/Trainee, you’ll have the tools and resources you need to build a rewarding career. That support starts with a carefully designed training program including unique online components and valuable mentorship. Responsibilities: • Achieve financial performance and revenue growth goals while supporting our culture and mission
The average full-time PDS-supported Dentist earns $160,000 - $390,000. Testimonial from Dr. Callaway-Nelson: “Partnering with PDS has given me the opportunity to realize my dream of practice ownership. I am able to do the dentistry that I love.” Dr. CallawayPacificNelsonDental Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status. Apply Here: net/p7EkNpcqk6DRf28KCNMJlhttps://www.click2apply.(PI137182484)
• Modern offices equipped with the latest dental technology • Malpractice Insurance • Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision)
Preferred background: • Bachelor’s degree • 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent • Coursework or on-the-job training in the fields of dentistry, business or training
PDS supported owner dentists know that being backed by the country’s leading dental support organization allows them to focus on providing patient centric and clinically excellent care. Benefits
• Modern offices equipped with the latest dental technology
• 150k base pay • Bonus at 35% of collections over $40k/mo • 2 weeks vacation and regular holidays built in
Grand Family Dentistry is seeking a Full-Time Hygienist to join our team. This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the most successful private practices in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. State-of-theart facility, impressive team with efficient systems that literally run the practice so you can focus on the practice of dentistry! Again the position is in the family oriented community of Baton Rouge, LA with work hours being Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. At Grand Family Dentistry, we pride ourselves in providing the very best oral healthcare services in a friendly, community-focused practice setting. We strive to be leading edge dental providers of comprehensive dentistry while providing the absolute best care and service to our patients. The services we provide range from routine cleanings to implants, periodontal care and endodontic services. Our hygienists practice in a collegial atmosphere with a professional operations team, allowing the hygienist to focus on quality patient care. We provide a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health benefits (Health, Vision, Dental), Life Insurance, Continuing Education Allowance Program, Professional Liability Insurance, 401(k) program and leadership opportunities. Please contact Dr. Grand at (985) 7053786 or email: granddds@grandfamilydentalcare.com.
Extraordinary opportunity for a General Dentist to learn quality dentistry in a pediatric setting. Our well-established, family owned pediatric practice, Bippo’s Place for Smiles is currently looking to add a General Dentist. We provide quality dental care to children of the Greater New Orleans and surrounding areas Join us and feel good about making dentistry fun for kids! Be a part of developing good oral health habits and creating a lifetime of smiles. This is a 3-5 days a week opportunity to work with children of all ages in our New Orleans and Slidell offices.
38 LDA Journal • Summer 2021 FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE NEEDED: Shreveport, La., Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Competitive compensation, medical insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 3 weeks vacation time, uniform allowance, continuing education offered, $150,000 yearly guarantee. Contact: LSUETG@aol.com or (318) 688-1040. Well-established, profitable general dentistry practice available for purchase in Jefferson Parish. Practice is located in a single-story office complex. 5 ops. Clean, spacious office with updated technology. Relationship-based practice with large patient base (2,756 unique patients visited in past 24 months), strong hygiene activity, and consistent annual production over $1mil. Seller has built strong goodwill over 39 years and will provide transition to ensure continuity. Real estate may be purchased as well, or can be leased. Please contact Lewis Health Profession Services at info@ lewishealth.com or (972) 437-1180 for more information.
Extraordinary opportunity for a General Dentist to learn quality dentistry in a pediatric setting. Our well-established, privately owned pediatric practice, Kids Dental Zone is currently looking to add a General Dentist to our Alexandria location. We provide quality dental care to children of all ages from Rapides Parish and surrounding areas. Join us and feel good about making dentistry fun for kids! Be a part of developing good oral health habits and creating a lifetime of smiles. This is a 3-5 days a week opportunity.
PacificNelson Dental Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status. Apply Here: www.click2apply.net/PdOjeyU5wPqaiMK2CgyXdhttps:// Dental Dreams is actively seeking motivated, quality-oriented associate dentists for our office in Baton Rouge, LA. We provide the ultimate in quality general dentistry to the entire family in a modern, technologically advanced setting with experienced support staff. Our highly valued Associates enjoy top tier compensation. Compensation • Sign on Bonus (location based) • Average compensation of full-time dentists in excess of $220,000/per annum Clinical Practice • Complete autonomy over treatment planning • Mentoring by top rated, experienced clinicians • Full patient schedule • Fully digital and paperless office • Discretion over dental supplies and instruments • Friendly and efficient staff Benefits • Health insurance • Malpractice insurance
Benefits include:
• Mentoring by experienced, top rated pediatric specialists! Please send your resume to Dr. Edward Donaldson via email DrDond@bipposplace.com.
Benefits include:
• Health Insurance • Vacation pay • Holiday pay • 401K • Malpractice and CE reimbursement
• Sign-on bonus
• Mentoring by experienced, top rated pediatric specialists! Please send your resume to Dr. Edward Donaldson via email DrDond@bipposplace.com.
Benefits include:
Now is the time to join Juban Crossing Modern Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. $1K Signing Bonus. Responsibilities: • Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience™ by striving to keep your patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of your doctor • Remove deposits and strains from teeth by scaling and root planning. • Assist in the prevention and control of dental caries (decay) and gum disease. • Obtain and review dental history and/or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips). Ensure that the health history is updated for all returning patients. Qualifications: • Degree or certification for Hygiene from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to meet state licensure requirements. Commitment to continuing education for hygiene and dentistry • Valid and current Registered Dental Hygienist license in accordance with applicable state licensure requirements • Advanced degree (e.g., Masters) for Hygiene from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred Benefits: • Medical, dental and vision insurance • Paid time off • Tuition Reimbursement • Child care assistance • 401K Apply Here: E5p2P5UAP7MjUYgPc6Gm8https://www.click2apply.net/ LAFAYETTE MODERN DENTISTRY: Let us allow you to do what you do best by doing the dentistry that you diagnose while exploring future partnership opportunities. We follow through on our promise to clinicians with our culture of patient centric care, our ability to deliver comprehensive integrated care, and our ability to support modern dentistry. PDS supported owner dentists know that being backed by the country’s leading dental support organization allows them to focus on providing patient centric and clinically excellent care. $10K Sign-On Bonus Benefits • Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package • Modern offices equipped with the latest dental technology • Malpractice Insurance • Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision) • 401(k) Savings Plan The average full-time PDS-supported Dentist earns $160,000 - $390,000. Testimonial from Dr. CallawayNelson: “Partnering with PDS has given me the opportunity to realize my dream of practice ownership. I am able to do the dentistry that I love.” Dr.
• CE allowance up to $2k at approval
Dentist needed for growing private family dental practice in Hot Springs, Arkansas! Great work environment with an awesome support staff and benefits.
• Malpractice
• Potential buy in after one year and retirement savings plan Please forward resumes to docjmp71@gmail.com Callaway-
SEEKING STAFF DENTIST, MONROE LA. PHSC offers a competitive compensation package, state of the art facilities and equipment. Student loan debt forgiveness is also available. Contact us at: tfields@ phsccenter.org.
Full-time associate opportunity: Lake Charles, LA. Join Lake Area Dentistry for a wonderful opportunity to grow in an established, state-of-the-art group dental practice. We are a general dental practice serving families within the greater Lake Charles area. We are locally owned, not a corporate office. We are seeking a full-time dental associate to join our exceptional team. Opportunity for future partnership available. Email resumes and questions to katie@lakeareadentistry.com.
• Health Insurance • Paid Vacation • Holiday pay • 401K • Malpractice and CE reimbursement
the latest dental technology • Malpractice Insurance •
• Malpractice Insurance
Dentistry. Let us allow you to do what you do best by doing the dentistry that you diagnose while exploring future partnership opportunities. We follow through on our promise to clinicians with our culture of patient centric care, our ability to deliver comprehensive integrated care, and our ability to support modern dentistry. PDS supported owner dentists know that being backed by the country’s leading dental support organization allows them to focus on providing patient centric and clinically excellent care. Compensation Benefit with Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision)
PDS supported owner dentists know that being backed by the country’s leading dental support organization allows them to focus on providing patient centric and clinically excellent care.
Package • Modern offices equipped
• 401(k) Savings Plan
The average full-time PDS-supported Dentist earns $160,000 - $390,000. Testimonial from Dr. CallawayNelson: “Partnering with PDS has given me the opportunity to realize my dream of practice ownership. I am able to do the dentistry that I love.” Dr. CallawayNelson Apply Here: net/8OVkzxh7y5neIExdIRok6https://www.click2apply.
Classified Advertising Online Go to www.ladental.org and click on the Classified Advertising link. For all classified advertising, payment is required in advance and ads will be placed on the LDA website on the next possible business day after payment is received. Make checks payable to the Journal of the Louisiana Dental Association. Placement of a classified ad up to 30 words is $30 for LDA members and $55 for non-LDA members. For each additional word, LDA members pay $0.15 and non-LDA members pay $0.30. Ads will remain on the LDA website for three months and will appear in one issue of the LDA Journal. A photo with ad is an additional $50. For more information or to place a classified ad, contact LDA Journal Managing Editor Alannie Broussard at (225) 926-1986 or alannie@ladental.org.
Benefits
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental and Collections of $1.35m in 2019 and $1.263m in 2020. Profit of about $550,000 consistent for last 5 years. Owner is 53 and able to retire! Will stay on as needed to transition to new owner. For more information, contact traci@ eandassociates.com. (4/9/21) Miles for Smiles Dental Care is looking for a general dentist! Call (318)317-2800 and email your resume to smile@milesforsmiles.com to apply. Visit Opportunity.pdfmilesforsmiles.com/downloads/MFS_GenDentist_http://formoreinformation.
• Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package
• Modern offices equipped with the latest dental technology
Grand Family Dentistry is seeking a Full-Time Hygienist to join our team. This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the most successful private practices in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. State-of-theart facility, impressive team with efficient systems that literally run the practice so you can focus on the practice of dentistry! Again the position is in the family oriented community of Baton Rouge, LA with work hours being Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. At Grand Family Dentistry, we pride ourselves in providing the very best oral healthcare services in a friendly, community-focused practice setting. We strive to be leading edge dental providers of comprehensive dentistry while providing the absolute best care and service to our patients. The services we provide range from routine cleanings to implants, periodontal care and endodontic services. Our hygienists practice in a collegial atmosphere with a professional operations team, allowing the hygienist to focus on quality patient care. We provide a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health benefits (Health, Vision, Dental), Life Insurance, Continuing Education Allowance Program, Professional Liability Insurance, 401(k) program and leadership opportunities. Please contact Dr. Grand at (985) 7053786 or email: granddds@grandfamilydentalcare.com.
Vision) • 401(k) Savings Plan The average full-time PDS-supported Dentist earns $160,000 - $390,000. Testimonial from Dr. CallawayNelson: “Partnering with PDS has given me the opportunity to realize my dream of practice ownership. I am able to do the dentistry that I love.” Dr. CallawayNelson Apply Here: nV5eJxHR1qz7CEVnI4LOKhttps://www.click2apply.net/ Very established pediatric dental practice for sale. Located in West Texas.
Now is the time to join Dentists of Lake Charles. Let us allow you to do what you do best by doing the dentistry that you diagnose while exploring future partnership opportunities. We follow through on our promise to clinicians with our culture of patient centric care, our ability to deliver comprehensive integrated care, and our ability to support modern dentistry.
Benefits • Competitive
LDA Journal • Summer 2021 39 • Three weeks’ vacation • Continuing Education • Visa and permanent residency sponsorship • Dental coverage for associates and immediate family members • Clinical hours that support a healthy work/ life balance Make Dental Dreams a reality for you. Please contact us to learn more about rewarding associate dentist opportunities with Dental Dreams. We offer fulltime, part-time, and Saturday only schedules. Please contact Luis Robinson with our Doctor Recruiting Team, phone: (312) 834-5092 or email: lrobinson@ Nowdentaldreams.com.isthetimeto join Dentists of Lake Charles. Let us allow you to do what you do best by doing the dentistry that you diagnose while exploring future partnership opportunities. We follow through on our promise to clinicians with our culture of patient centric care, our ability to deliver comprehensive integrated care, and our ability to support modern dentistry. PDS supported owner dentists know that being backed by the country’s leading dental support organization allows them to focus on providing patient centric and clinically excellent care. Benefits • Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package • Modern offices equipped with the latest dental technology • Malpractice Insurance • Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision) • 401(k) Savings Plan The average full-time PDS-supported Dentist earns $160,000 - $390,000. Testimonial from Dr. CallawayNelson: “Partnering with PDS has given me the opportunity to realize my dream of practice ownership. I am able to do the dentistry that I love.” Dr. CallawayNelson Apply Here: NowE5bjE7iAxm6DFYgPc6Gm8https://www.click2apply.net/isthetimetojoinBatonRougeModern
100% FFS practice ownership opportunity: Norco, LA (4 generation office between New Orleans and Laplace). Doctors have a projected income of 300400K immediately with potential for much more. I will provide mentorship to the doctor (if desired) to help them in the areas of practice management, implants, bone and connective tissue grafting, impacted 3rds, IV sedation, veneers, full mouth rehabs, molar endodontics, brackets and Invisalign orthodontics. Doctors should have a minimum of 1 year experience. Contact Dr. Calvin Bessonet at ascensiondentist@eatel. net or at 225-673-6910. Associate opportunity 1-2 days/week (to start): Prairieville, LA. Mainly FFS with over 2 million collections solo. Brand new office with surgical microscope, cone beam, lasers and more. I will provide mentorship to the doctor (if desired) to help them in the areas of practice management, implants, bone and connective tissue grafting, impacted 3rds, IV sedation, veneers, full mouth rehabs, molar endodontics (microscope), brackets and Invisalign orthodontics. Doctors should have a minimum of 1 year experience. Contact Dr. Calvin Bessonet at ascensiondentist@eatel. net or 225-673-6910.
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By David Austin If you have been a longtime reader of this publication, you know very well that this reporter is always proud to report the latest ideas and products that our LDA research laboratories have developed. I am proud of their diligent thought and engineering of devices that are not only helpful to the dental team and the delivery of quality dentistry, but also to humanity in Unfortunately,general.these 6 recently added products are being discontinued:1)Zirconia Fake Fingernails: This is a product that actually worked too well – a fake fingernail that would not break or split. It could be produced and installed in the dental office using existing equipment. However, nail-biters were damaging their teeth and quite frankly, the Vita shades for nails never became popular.
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4) Wenger 16999 Swiss Army Knife: Currently out of stock on Amazon and not sure if it will ever return. No confirmation from LDA labs if they had any of their engineering incorporated into this product, but several dentists have stated that they have performed crown preparations and also milled the final product using this device. Unfortunately, actual approval for use in dentistry does not appear to be forthcoming.
3) Pet Leash and Umbrella Combo: Another idea that took nearly 3 years to perfect. How many times have you been walking your cat, dog, or goldfish and, of course, it starts raining? Living in Louisiana is indeed a tropical experience many months of the year. While using this product with your pet along with our recent spate of bad weather with resulting high winds, several of our little loved ones have been observed flying off in the distance. LDA has graciously contacted all the ADA components of all 50 states and several in Europe and the Middle East for the hopeful return of these pets to their rightful owners. This product has been taken off the shelves permanently.
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2) The Measuring Tape Belt: Actually, a good idea. You wore this belt as part of the LDA diet program and you could constantly scan your waist size to help you in your weight loss regimen. However, several members purchased this for their spouses and, unfortunately, we know of 2 members that were rescued by their neighbors after hearing their screams for help after their angry spouses tied them up with these belts. Litigation is still ongoing.
Ideas That Have Been Set Aside
5) LDA Fire and Carbon Monoxide Detector: This engineering marvel has been recalled and is being updated. It seems that during use and testing its alarm has gone off during UFO sightings. Our engineering staff is now trying to perfect this product to also detect any imminent alien abduction and keep you safe. However, a couple of our engineers working on this have failed to return to work in the last couple of months.
6) Note Holder (given out by LDS endorsed company TDSC): This incredibly engineered product actually holds 7 patents and can hold a lot of other things as well. In fact, we have been unable to manufacture enough supply, especially for the Colorado market, so we have decided that producing this versatile appliance will take a sabbatical indefinitely so that we can get manufacturing up to speed. (Actually, used note holders are now selling for 3 times their original MSRP on the black market if you can find one.) You may see some of these products in a newer, better form in the future. Let’s hope so! I’ll be reporting on improvements and updates to the entire LDA/LDS product line in a future article.
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