ODA Journal: March/April 2024

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CONTENTS March/April 2024 | Vol. 115, No. 2

EDITORIAL 7

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Calendar of Events

24 ODA Board of Trustees Report

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25 ODA House of Delegates Report Editorial: Recognizing this year's Leadership Academy Graduates

27 Legislative Reception Photos 2 9 Women in Dentistry Photos

LEGISLATIVE LOOP 9

House Passes Action for Dental Health Act

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ADA Dentist and Student Lobby Day

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New Advocacy Toolkit for Dentists Now Available

COVER STORY Legislative Loop:

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Legislative Loop: House Passes Dental Health Act of 2023

17 Making the Mission 2 0 OkMOM stats 2 1 Mission of Mercy/Legacy Fund Donors

NATIONAL ADA NEWS

Periodical postage paid at Oklahoma City, OK and additional mailing offices.

1 3 ADA Activities to Prevent Government Overregulation of Dental Practices 1 5 FTC Issues Ban on Noncompete Clauses

Subscriptions: Rates for non-members are $56. Single copy rate is $18, payable in advance.

1 6 ADA 2023 Federal Lobbying Accomplishments

GUEST COLUMN

Reprints: of the Journal are available by contacting the ODA at (405) 848-8873, (800) 876-8890, editor@okda.org.

Opinions and statements expressed in the OKLAHOMA DENTAL ASSOCIATION JOURNAL are those of the author and are not necessarily those of the Oklahoma Dental Association. Neither the Editors nor the Oklahoma Dental Association are in any way responsible for the articles or views published in the OKLAHOMA DENTAL ASSOCIATION JOURNAL.

Leadership Academy Graduates 2024

ASSOCIATION

THE OKLAHOMA DENTAL ASSOCIATION JOURNAL (ISSN 0164-9442) is the official publication of the Oklahoma Dental Association and is published bimonthly by the Oklahoma Dental Association, 317 NE 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104, Phone: (405) 848-8873; (800) 876-8890.

Fax: (405) 848-8875. Email: information@ okda.org. Annual subscription rate of $39 for ODA members is included in their annual membership dues.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to OKLAHOMA DENTAL ASSOCIATION, 317 NE 13th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73104

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CLASSIFIEDS FTC Issues Ban on Noncompete Clauses

30 Classified Ad Listings

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Cover Story: Making the Mission

Help the ODA keep you informed about legislative actions, educational opportunities, events, and other important member-only news.

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ODA JOURNAL STAFF EDITOR Mary Hamburg, DDS, MS ASSOCIATE EDITOR Roberta A. Wright, DMD, MDSc, FACP EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS M. Edmund Braly, DDS, FACS, FAACS Daryn Lu, DDS Phoebe Vaughan, DDS Meredith Turbeville, DDS Divesh Sardana, BDS, MDS, MBA, MPH, PhD

CALENDAR OF EVENTS See more online at OKDA.ORG/CALENDAR April Oral Cancer Awareness Month April 8 - 12 Dental Hygienists' AppreciationWeek April 11-13 ODA Annual Meeting Oklahoma City, OK

ODA OFFICERS 2024-2025 PRESIDENT Daryn Lu, DDS president@okda.org

May Mental Health Awareness Month

PRESIDENT-ELECT Twana Duncan, DDS presidentelect@okda.org

May Women's Health Month

VICE PRESIDENT Nicole Nellis, DDS vicepresident@okda.org SECRETARY/TREASURER Sydney Rogers, DDS treasurer@okda.org SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE Mitch Kramer, DDS speaker@okda.org IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Paul Wood, DDS pastpresident@okda.org

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR F. Lynn Means DIRECTOR OF GOVERNANCE & FINANCE Shelly Frantz

May 5 Hand Hygiene Day May 6-10 Root Canal Awareness Week

May 6 ODA/OUCOD Tulsa Senior Signing Day 4444 E. 41st St. Tulsa, OK 10:30am May 9 OU College of Dentistry Commencement Lloyd Noble Center Norman, OK 10:00 a.m.

May 14 Rewards Committee Meeting 5:30 p.m.

Zoom May 24-27 ODA offices closed for Memorial Day

June Oral Health Month June Dental Diversity Month June 14 RDGP Meeting 11:00am Zoom June 18 Council on Membership Services Meeting 5:30pm Zoom June 21 ODA Strategic Planning Session ODA Offices 9:30am - 4:30pm

May 31 No Tobacco Day May 13 - June 13 National Smile Month May 3 ODA/OUCOD Senior Signing Day ODA Offices 317 NE 13th St. Oklahoma City, OK 4:30pm

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP Ansley Jinkins DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & EDUCATION Jill Johnson

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DIRECTOR OF MEETINGS & EVENTS Lindsay Dennis

OkMOM 2024's first patient, Bobby H. receives his new dentures in the lab area of the clinic from Dr. Paul Mullasseril.

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EDITORIAL Oklahoma Dental Association Recognizes Leadership Academy Graduates

The 2024 ODA Leadership Academy graduates receive their awards for completing the program at the Oklahoma Dental Association's Annual Meeting on April 11, 2024 in Oklahoma City.

The Oklahoma Dental Association Candidates are chosen to congratulates the recent graduates participate based on their interest of its Leadership Academy, in and ability to strengthen their recognizing their potential to shape community and the profession. the future of dentistry through their Requirements of the ODA leadership skills and dedication.

Leadership Academy include The ODA Leadership Academy is attendance at ODA Council and Committee meetings, Board a statewide program designed to develop future leaders in organized of Trustee meetings, the ODA dentistry by educating them on the Legislative Reception, and the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy. foundational keys to its success.

The academy is designed to be a series of courses that challenge and educate the participants in order to prepare future leaders at the Component and state levels.

The next Leadership Academy class will begin in November 2025.

To learn more about the ODA's Leadership Academy program, email Ansley Jinkins at ajinkins@ okda.org.

Each Leadership Academy class is comprised of dentists nominated and sponsored by each Component The 2023-2024 Leadership Academy graduates are: within the state of Oklahoma.

Dr. Shanon Black Northern District Dr. Matt Bridges Southwest District Dr. Blake Cohlmia Oklahoma County Dr. Tara Denton Eastern District Dr. Olivia Karim Oklahoma County Dr. Kyle Michelsen Oklahoma County Dr. Philip Morton Eastern District Dr. Yvonne Safo-Kwakye Oklahoma County Dr. Miranda Scholz Tulsa County Dr. Kaylee Speer (not pictured) Oklahoma County Dr. Monica Wandro Central District 7

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LEGISLATIVE LOOP House passes Action for Dental Health Act of 2023 The U.S. House of Representatives approved the Action for Dental Health Act of 2023, which reauthorizes the workforce and access-promoting program through 2028. The bill, HR 3843, passed March 7 with a vote of 391-32.

to underserved communities. “This reauthorization is an essential step in continuing to address barriers to oral health care services that still exist, like tackling the oral health workforce issues and reducing the number of adults and children living with untreated dental disease,” Dr. Simpson said.

The Action for Dental Health program has provided funding for the Health Resources and Services “As a former dentist in Blackfoot, Administration oral health workforce Idaho, I know that the more we grant program since 2018 in an effort can provide patients with an early to improve the dental workforce and diagnosis, the better off our patients access to oral health care. and our oral health care system will be,” said Simpson.

Rep. Michael Simpson, D.M.D., R-Idaho, said that the bill has Action for Dental Health programs improved dental care, strengthened aim to mitigate these staffing the dental safety net and brought difficulties, which are especially disease prevention and education acute in underserved areas. The

bill would provide federal grants for underserved populations, particularly directed toward dental disease prevention through improved dental education, reduction of geographic and language barriers and improved access to care.

Follow all the ADA’s advocacy efforts at ADA.org/Advocacy.

LEGISLATIVE LOOP ADA Dentist and Student Lobby Day More than 1,500 dentists, dental students, and state association staff convened in Washington, D.C. April 7-9, 2024 for the 7th annual ADA Dentist and Student Lobby Day to explore issues, educate lawmakers, and take action.

- Supporting the Dental and - Supporting the Dental Loan Optometric Care (DOC) Access Repayment Assistance Act of 2023 Act (H.R.1385 and S.1424), which (S.2172), which would allow fullwould prevent insurers from: holding time faculty participating in the dentists to fees for services they Dental Faculty Loan Repayment don't cover; establishing nominal Program to exclude the benefits from payments for otherwise nontheir taxable income. covered services in an effort to have Each year, Lobby Day gives attendees such services considered covered - Supporting the Action for Dental a chance to learn more about issues inappropriately; and forcing dentists Health Act of 2023 (S.2891), which and policies that affect the nation’s would address critcal gaps in the into participating in contracts in oral health. Before visiting their oral health workforce by renewing/ excess of two years.

Senators and Representatives, the extending funding for workforce group heard from political analysts, - Supporting the Resident Education initiatives through FY 2026, and subject matter experts, and dentists Deferred Interest Act (H.R.1202 and by supporting workforce training who are working with Congress and S.704), which would allow borrowers and oral healthcare programs that other federal officials to represent the to defer their student loans interest- educate those in vulnerable and dental industry. free while they are serving in a underserved communities about medical or dental internship or disease prevention.

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LEGISLATIVE LOOP ADA Dentist and Student Lobby Day Photos

ODA member dentists, OU College of Dentistry students, and ODA executive director Lynn Means, participating in the ADA's Dentist and Student Lobby Day 2024.

Dr. Matt Cohlmia, Dr. Kara Tims, and Dr. Lindsay Smith on Capitol Hill ready to speak to legislators.

Representative Frank Lucas (R-OK 3rd District) meeting with ADA Action team leaders, Dr. Kara Tims of Altus and Dr. Lindsay Smith of Tulsa.

Representative Stephanie Bice (R-OK 5th District) meeting with several ODA member dentists and OU College of Dentistry students.

To get more involved with ODA's political efforts, consider joining or contributing to DENPAC, our general purpose political action committee that works to safeguard against counterproductive legislation at our state capitol.

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LEGISLATIVE LOOP New Advocacy Toolkit for Dentists Now Available A new toolkit developed by the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is now available online to help dentists understand how the new dental rehabilitation facility fee code approved by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) can have an impact on operating room access.

hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers (ASC) at a higher rate, which will then open more operating room time for dentists treating Medicaid patients in these settings. This code is meant to ultimately incentivize facilities to provide more operating room time for dental procedures. The associations developed this toolkit to explain G0330 and provide advocacy materials for dentists to use with their State Medicaid Agencies.

The G0330 was a dental-specific facility fee code created by CMS through joint advocacy efforts through ADA/AAPD/AAOMS. However, this CMS code and its associated fees can be used as a guiding point for State Medicaid Agencies to begin reimbursing

The ADA anticipates that hospitals will be seeking guidance from dentists on this change. The toolkit will help dentists explain the guidance to hospitals and ASCs, and understand the new modifications needed to be reimbursed for facility costs they incur in operating rooms (OR)

available for dental procedures. This toolkit addresses the amounts payable to hospitals and ASCs for the facility costs. However, dentists’ professional fees are separately billable and are not affected by this initiative.

For more information, please visit the ADA insurance info page at ada.org/resources/practice/dentalinsurance or by using the QR code:

(above) Dr. Eric Lopez, Dr. Juan Lopez, Dr. Shannon Griffin, Representative Tom Cole (R-OK 4th District), Dr. Paul Wood, and Dr. Wayne Littlefield met recently in Lawton to discuss issues facing the dental profession both in Oklahoma and across the nation.

When lawmakers address issues impacting the practice of dentistry in Oklahoma, ODA and DENPAC are hard at work making your voice heard.

Visit okda.org/advocacy or email ODA executive director Lynn Means at lmeans@okda.org for more info.

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION NEWS ADA Activities to Prevent Government Overregulation of Dental Practices provided by American Dental Association

The following list includes some of oxide sedation $50,000 in costs • Secured a favorable Department the activities the American Dental associated with building, monitoring, of Education rule that eliminates Association (ADA) has performed and retrofitting their gas lines. certain “capitalizing events” that on behalf of its members in order to cause a borrower’s accrued, unpaid decrease government overregulation. • Prevented steep cuts to oral health interest to become part of the training programs, which enabled principal balance of their student • Stopped the Red Flag Rule (2010) residents to continue being paid loan and implements reforms to the from being implemented (saving during their residency period.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness dentists an estimated $500/practice) program.

• Enabled dentists to continue • Prevented elimination of the cash balance billing under a law that • Prevented OSHA from rushing to method of accounting, allowing prohibited medical providers from finalize a rule that would remove dentists to continue paying taxes on doing so. the small practice exemption from their actual revenue (versus what • Prevented the student loan interest adopting more specialized infection they billed to patients). controls (e.g., hospital grade) to deduction from being eliminated • Secured concessions in a new ($2,500 annually), secured market- prevent the spread of COVID-19. law requiring dentists to complete based interest rates and interest rate 8 hours of one-time training as a caps on federal student loans, and condition of obtaining or renewing created income-based repayment For more information or to sign up for a DEA registration—by removing options. national legislative alerts and news, a requirement to complete training please visit the ADA advocacy page • Defeated a Medicare Part B dental at www.ada.org/advocacy or by using on topics outside a dentist’s scope benefit legislative proposal that of practice (e.g., prescribing the QR code: would have been unworkable for the buprenorphine, etc.) and allowing specialized nature of the dental care relevant state-recognized training, delivery system. dental school coursework, and courses taken prior to the law’s • Stopped the 2.3 percent tax passage to satisfy the requirement. increase on the sale of medical devices from taking effect, which • Secured National Fire Protection would have been passed down Association standards that saved to dentists in the form of price every dental office that uses nitrous increases.

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION NEWS FTC Issues Ban on Noncompete Clauses

by Olivia Anderson, American Dental Association

The Federal Trade Commission issued a final rule April 23 banning noncompete clauses nationwide, which aim to prevent employees from engaging in similar business after leaving their current employer.

The FTC also estimates that the final rule will increase earnings for the average worker by an additional $524 and lower health care costs by up to $194 billion over the next decade.

“Noncompetes are a widespread and often exploitative practice imposing contractual conditions that prevent workers from taking a new job or starting a new business,” according to an FTC news release.

“Noncompetes often force workers to either stay in a job they want to leave or bear other significant harms The new FTC final rule applies and costs, such as being forced to to noncompetes entered into switch to a lower-paying field, being after the effective date and some forced to relocate, being forced noncompetes currently in existence. to leave the workforce altogether, Specifically, existing noncompetes or being forced to defend against can remain in force for senior expensive litigation.” executives after the effective date Under the new rule, employers have but not for other workers. The several alternatives to noncompetes FTC defines senior executives as workers earning more than $151,164 that still work to protect the businesses. These include trade annually and who are in policysecret laws and nondisclosure making positions. agreements, both of which offer The final rule aims to protect the protection over proprietary and fundamental freedom of workers to sensitive information. change jobs and support innovation.

The new rule mandates employers It will increase new business to provide notice to workers bound formation by 2.7%, according to to an existing noncompete that the FTC, which estimates that the the agreement will not be enforced elimination of noncompetes will against them in the future. No generate more than 8,500 new legal modification of the existing businesses each year. noncompete is needed.

“The final rule provides that it is an unfair method of competition — and therefore a violation of section 5 — for persons to, among other things, enter into noncompete clauses with workers on or after the final rule’s effective date,” the rule states.

“If you are a practice owner and have noncompete clauses in employment agreements with associates, hygienists or other staff, or if you are an employee dentist currently subject to a noncompete clause, you may wish to consult with an attorney in your geographic area experienced in these matters,” ADA President Linda J. Edgar, D.D.S., said. “While the FTC rule may be challenged in court, it becomes effective 120 days after publication in the Federal Register.”

State or local bar associations may have a lawyer referral service, and the American Bar Association’s directory of lawyer referral services is available at americanbar.org/ groups/lawyer_referral/resources/ lawyer-referral-directory/. State dental associations also might be able to recommend an attorney.

The ADA has a free downloadable resource for members titled “A Dentist’s Guide to Selecting a Lawyer,” available here.

At press time it was unclear whether the FTC rule regarding noncompetes applies to federally qualified health centers. ADA News will provide continuing coverage of developments related to the FTC rule. For more information about the new ruling, see the final rule.

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2023 Accomplishments Federal Lobbying Accomplishments The first half of the 118th Congress ended in 2023 with some notable accomplishments helping the profession even during the divided partisan times in Washington, D.C., during which only 27 bills passed both chambers of Congress and were signed into law.

Workforce • Advocated for the U.S. House of Representatives to pass the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act, which would extend programs that are integral to bolstering the dental and medical workforce and increase access to health care, particularly in underserved communities.

• Worked to advance the Bipartisan Primary Care and Health Workforce Act out of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. The bill includes funding extensions for the State Oral Health Workforce Improvement Grant Program (Action for Dental Health), Community Health Center Fund, the National Health Service Corps, and the Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education Program.

• Advanced the Action for Dental Health Act (ADH) out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee by a vote of 50-0. The bipartisan reauthorization of the ADH program through 2028 would direct funding to state and local organizations through a Health Resources and Services Administration oral health workforce grant program. The bill has also been introduced in the Senate.

Dental Insurance Reform • Continued efforts to improve the dental insurance landscape by getting the Dental and Optometric Care Access Act reintroduced in the Senate and House. The bipartisan federal legislation would prohibit dental and vision plans from setting the fees network doctors may charge for services not covered by insurers.

• Began collaboration to engage with elected leaders to reconsider preemption of current dental insurance laws after recent Supreme Court Decision that ruled the Employee Retirement Income Security (ERISA) insurance plans can be regulated. The ADA is positioned to impact possible upcoming legal cases in the area of ERISA case law apply to dental insurance, limiting federal preemption by insurers.

Access to Care • Testified at the very first hearing of the Subcommittee on Health Care of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee hearing, titled “An Oral Health Crisis: Identifying and Addressing Health Disparities.”

• Advocated on payments for hospital outpatient (OPPS) and ambulatory surgical centers (ASC) to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) by supporting the addition of over 240 specific codes describing dental services to clinical Ambulatory Payment Classification (APCs) in the OPPS facility fee schedule as well as well as eliminating the proposed Medicare pay rate cuts associated with G0330 code.

• Sent comments to CMS in response to a proposed rule on Medicare Advantage pertaining to data collection, transparency in marketing, and quality improvement. CMS noted they are prioritizing MA dental benefits by requiring “detailed reporting on supplemental benefit expenditures by plans in the medical loss ratio report as well as looking cracking down on predatory advertising of supplemental MA benefits.”

• Received agreement from CMS that clinical evidence supports dental services being paid for when they are linked and related to the success of other covered services like treatment for head and neck cancers through treatment of chemotherapy, chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy, and the use of high-dose bone modifying agents, or antiresorptive therapy, as well as for medically necessary diagnostic and treatment services to eliminate oral/dental infections prior to or contemporaneously with such treatments.

• Partnered with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry to successfully call for the Health Resources and Services Administration to retain a national performance measure for oral health in Title V programs, rather than transitioning to a state measure.

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COVER STORY Making the Mission: Outcomes from this year's Oklahoma Mission of Mercy Event

by Jill Johnson, ODA Staff

state. OkMOM aims to alleviate this burden by providing free dental services, including cleanings, fillings, extractions, and limited dental surgeries, to underserved populations.

For patients like Wilson from Lawton, OK, who has been unable to afford dental care for several years, OkMOM offers a lifeline. "I've had tooth pain for months, but I couldn't afford to see a dentist. Coming here today means everything to me.

Thank you for the wonderful care and treatment," he said.

Impact Beyond Dentistry The 2024 Oklahoma Mission of Mercy event chairs Dr. Juan Lopez, Dr. Shannon Griffin, Dr. Paul Wood, and Dr. Todd Bridges.

The Oklahoma Mission of Mercy (OkMOM) event, a beacon of hope for those in need of dental care, held its annual two-day free clinic on February 9 and 10, 2024 drawing in nearly 1,000 volunteers and patients from across the state.

The event, which started in Oklahoma in 2010, has become a cornerstone of community service, offering vital dental services to individuals who may not have regular access to dental care.

The impact of OkMOM extends beyond dental health.

Volunteers provide education on oral hygiene and preventive care, empowering patients to take control of their dental health long after the event concludes. Additionally, OkMOM serves as a platform to raise awareness about the importance of oral health and the need for accessible dental care for all.

As Dr. Matthew Bridges, a dentist who served as the supplies lead volunteer at this year’s event, remarked, "It's not just about fixing teeth; it's about restoring dignity and improving overall well-being. The smiles on the patients' faces make every moment of volunteering worthwhile."

OkMOM: A Collaborative Effort

2024 Outcomes

Behind the scenes, months of planning and coordination by volunteers and dental professionals are essential to bring OkMOM to fruition. The event is a collaborative effort between the Oklahoma Dental Association (ODA), the Oklahoma Dental Foundation (ODF), and numerous other community partners and sponsors. Volunteers, including dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and general community members, generously donate their time and expertise to ensure the event's success.

As the 2024 OkMOM event drew to a close, the numbers were compiled and the total number of patients served was 937.

Volunteer providers performed 6,484 procedures, and the total value of the donated care equaled $1,241,707.46.

Looking Ahead Organizers and volunteers are already looking forward to providing essential dental care to those in need at the 2025 Oklahoma Mission of Mercy in Tulsa on February 7 and 8 at the Tulsa Expo Center.

Dr. Paul Wood of Lawton, 2023-2024 President of the Oklahoma Dental Association, highlighted the significance With the support of the community and dedicated volunteers, of the event, stating, "OkMOM embodies the spirit of OkMOM continues to make a profound difference in the lives community service and compassion. It's heartwarming to see of individuals and families across Oklahoma. so many people come together to provide essential dental care to those who need it most."

Addressing Dental Disparities Dental care disparities are a pressing issue in Oklahoma, with many individuals facing barriers to accessing affordable dental services. According to a report by the Oklahoma State Department of Health, dental-related issues are one of the leading causes of preventable emergency room visits in the

To learn more about the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy or to donate to the Legacy Fund, visit okmom.org www.okda.org

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EVENT PHOTOS OkMOM, February 9-10 Great Plains Coliseum, Lawton, OK

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EVENT PHOTOS OkMOM, February 9-10 Great Plains Coliseum, Lawton, OK

Watch the OkMOM recap video on ODA's YouTube Channel: @OKDentalAssn www.okda.org

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Fact Sheet

Oklahoma Mission of Mercy (OkMOM) FROM 2010 THrOUGH 2024, OkMOM has provided:

116,057

$933

1,468

$16.5 mil

total dental procedures performed

average donated in dental care per patient

average number of patients treated each year

in donated dental services

51%

31%

43%

4,000 :1

of Oklahomans do not have dental insurance

of Oklahoma 3rd graders have an untreated cavity

of Oklahomans did not visit a dentist in the past year

Oklahoma dental Care facts:

ratio of patients to dentists in rural Oklahoma* * varies between counties

WHERE WE’VE BEEN:

Services Provided: woodward 2017

19,083

enid 2014

patients treated 2010-2024

stillwater 2020

Oklahoma City 2011, 2016, 2019

20,712

lawton

Tulsa 2010, 2015

total volunteers 2010-2024

Durant 2018

Cleanings Fillings Extractions Some root canals Immunizations Partials

Services Not Provided:

SHAWNEE 2023

2013, 2024

• • • • • •

Mcalester 2012

• • • • •

OkMOM will return to Tulsa on February 7 and 8, 202 5!

Braces Root canals on back teeth Wisdom teeth extractions Night Guards Implants

Thank you to those who made personal gifts to

The OKMOM Legacy Fund $2,000+ contribution level Tim and Pamela Fagan Oklahoma Dental Association George Bridges Twana Farley-Duncan Edward Harroz III Richard Haught Todd Bridges DentaQuest Joe Strunk Oklahoma County Dental Society Tabitha Arias Nathan Buckner Douglas Auld Rieger Wood Tamara Berg

Chris and Heather Fagan Shannon Griffin David & Megan Evans Eastern District Dental Society Juan Lopez Matthew L. Bridges Matthew Cohlmia John Folks Stephen Mayer James Sparks Northern District Dental Society Southwest District Dental Society Wilshire Charitable Foundation David Deason Nicole Nellis

Jandra Korb David Marks Karen Reed Paul Wood Robert Herman Dan Wilguess Mitchell Kramer Edward Harroz Jr Garrick McAnear Lindsay Smith Krista Jones Colin Eliot Lawton First Assembly Pierre Fauchard Academy Tulsa County Dental Society

$250+ contribution level Jim Ambrose Jeffery Ahlert Richard Amilian Clay Anderson Marc Arledge Victoria Ball Justin Beasley William Beasley Kari Bender David Birdwell Blaire Bowers Ersteniuk Susan Brackett Leon Bragg Edmund and Cindy Braly Kristen Campbell Tricia Cannon Steven Carson Mary Casey Kelly Stephen Cash Conrad Casler Central District Dental Society Carrie Chastain Raymond Cohlmia Chris Corbin Danny Craige Stephanie Crawford Susan Davis Brent Dobson Bryce Dorrough Brian Drew Nha Duong Lee Eliot Heath Evans

Michael Fagan Ronald Faram Barry Farmer Joseph Feng Mark Folks Rick Freeman Mark Goodman Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Daniel Griffiths Michael Hampton Mark Hanstein Leslie Hardy Haley Harrington John Hawkins William Hiatt Richard Homsey Mathew Hookom James Hooper Brad Hoopes Benjamin Humphrey Richard Johnson William Johnson Charles Keithline Carolyn Keyes Gene Koop Robert Lamb Sallie Lau Gary Lawhon Shannon Lewis Robert Livingston Gary Lott James Mabry Mary Martin

Joseph Massad Janna McIntosh Jack McKinnis Daniel McNair Glenn Mead Lynn and Andy Means Clint Metcalf Robert Miracle Frank Miranda Tim Mount Paul Mullasseril James Murtaugh Shelley Nichols Lauren Nichols Van Nowlin Bob & Lisa Nowlin Northwest District Dental Assn Samuel Owens Betsy and Geoff Post J.B. & Rebecca Rackley & King Rackley Chris Ray William Reeves Sarah Rhuems Alejandro Romero Marni Russell Terry Saunders Robert Schick Jeff Shadid Shawnee Dental Steffan Sigler Caleb Smith Gregg Smith

Spring Creek Baptist Church John Stark Michael Stephens Greg Stewart Julie Storm Dan Storm Steven Sullivan Mary Temple-Goins Terracycle LLC Leslie Tevebaugh Ryan Theobald Bootsey Torchia Trung Tran Tulsa Community Foundation Shyler Vincent Michael Wallace Stevens Warrick W Scott Waugh Steven White Jay White Susan Whiteneck Karen Willhoite Brian Wilson Donna Wood Donal Woodward Craig Wooten Savannah Wright Cara Wuse William Wynn Trent Yadon Kendra Yandell

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Thank you to those who made personal gifts to

The OKMOM Legacy Fund up to $250 contribution level Carol Abbott Laurie Abbott Tamara Abo-Chedi Carter Ross Allen Bret Anderson John Archer Mark Argo Jamie Ariana Bonnie Arnould Forrest Arnould Lauren Avery Jeannie Bath Rishu Batta Bryce Baumann Kay Beavers Taylor Beshear Kenneth Bezan Bryan Blankenship Carol Blossfeld Elizabeth Bohanon Stacey Bonham Andrea Bowen Faith Brandon Bryan Bratton Trace Bridges III Krista Britton Joshua Brock S. Kelly Brown Richard Brown Nathan Brown Ann Bryant Adam Bulleigh Brent Burchard Brandon Burton Sharolyn Burton Graham Busby Jamie Cameron Sarah Campbell Carla Campbell Jennifer Campbell Scott Carel John Carletti Peter Carlson Bobby Carmen Jason Carper Charles Carroll William Carter Drue Cassidy Jennifer Chambers Cory Chambers Fidelity Charitable Brian Chastain Kami Chervilov Jae Choi David Ciesla Revelle Clausing Kathy Cloud Russell Coatney Logan Coffee

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Jeff Cohlmia Cama Cord Donna Cosgrove Robi Craig Danielle Crandell Josh Crossley G Frans Currier Russell Danner Darrell Daugherty Joseph Day Steven Deaton Steven Deem Kathy DeHart Tara Denton William Deprater Haley Deyoe Richard Dillon Ana Dotson Bryan Dowell Gene Drake David Drummond Kevin Duffy Mark Eagan Alisha East Benjamin Edwards Renalla Ellis Linda Estes Casey Fishburn Judith Fitzpatrick Susan Flynn Michael Fooshee Travis and Shelly Frantz Emily Frye Cathy Fuchs Ken Furst Chad Garrison LaMont Gee Lindsay George James Gilliam Jacy Glover-Secrest Ramina Golshani Sandra Grace Kim Graziano Barry Greenley Jerry Greer Thomas Griffin Danell Griffith Vicky Gudenrath Andrew Guthrie Jacob Hager H Douglas Hall Kevin Haney Michael Hansen Lori Hare Aaron Harman Jenny Harreld Darrell Hazle Erin Heathcock Lindsey Helmerich

Amanda Hendrickson Drew Hendrix John Henry Jeffrey Hermen Marilyn Hiebert Myron Hilton Phil Hoedebeck Steven Hogg Lori Holden Mitchell Hoopes Eric Hopkins Jeffrey Housley James Hulsey W. Robert Hunter Autumn Hurd Stephanie Hurley Lapham Jean Jennifer Jenkins Karl Jobst Donald Johnson Courtney Johnson Eugenia Johnson Janet Julian Lori Barnthouse Kaplan Mohammad Karami Olivia Karim Michael Kierl August Kinder Michael Kirk Jennifer Koonce Jay Kruska Michael Kubelka Priyanka kulkarni Amy Lakins Ronald Lamb Leta Langford Ashley Lanman Larry Lavelett Sally Le Catherine Lee Grady Lembke Christopher Leslie Cloyce Littlefield Brandon Loeser Eric Loper Eric Lopez Kristi Love Karey Low Pamela Low Daryn Lu Steve Lusk David Maddox Mary Maine-Roberts Stephen Martin Alan Mauldin Michael & Kathryn May Susan McAdams Susan McCalman Tracy McIntire

Joseph Meador Jamie Means David Merrell Nancy Messinger Soren Michaelsen Clay Michels Melanie Miranda Shukla Kenner Misner Bradley Mitchell Andrea Montgomery Janis Moriarty Jack Morrison Anaita Mullasseril Sonya Nabors Carson Nail Nandita Nanda David Nittler Janie Olson Laura Ousley Alan Owen Deborah Ozment John Phillips Garrett Phipps Jordan Pierce Ray Plant Linda Plunkett Lynnsi Pollock Steve Pracht Jillian Prather Dana Price Edith Quinonez Lu Amy Rau Chad Reid Scott Renfrow Roger Richter Sheri Rittenhouse James Roane Dault Roberts Ryan Roberts Tyler Rolland Leslie Roubik Tyson Roulston Mack Rudd Miranda Ruleford Chloe Scheitzach Jerry Schoeffler Ryan Scott Shawn Scott Gregory Segraves Mickey Sehorn Amanda Seibold Paul Shadid Kyle Shannon Jack Sheets Katy Sheets Matt Shelton Katie Shepherd Steven Shrader Elizabeth Silver

Floyd Simon Audrey Smith Donald Smith Beth Smither Brooke Snowden Aaron Southerland Donna Sparks Chad Spiva Sara Spurlock David Stapleton Adelaide Steed Michael Steffen Clinton Stevens James Steyer Jesse Storts Patrick Stover Steven Strange Barbara Sturdivant Marc Susman Jaime Sutterfield Jamie Talley Nathaniel Talley Jim Taylor Stephen Taylor John Thomas Kara Tims Karen Tiwana Mark Unruh JayCee Van Horn Jonah Vandiver Nathan Villines Teresa Vu Carlie Wager Matthew Walls Valerie Walser Christopher Ward Robert Webb William Weber Mark Weems Dennis Weibel Jerrell Welch Robert Wells James Wendelken Stephanie Wendt Theresa White John Wilguess Ralph Willcox Vincent Willcox Noel Williams Jana Winfree Donna Wixom Jufang Wong Carolyn Woodard Rande Worthen Kari Wright Carla Whitney Yeates Charles Young

Thank you to these members who donated to

The Legacy Fund with their membership dues in 2023 & 2024 Jeffrey Ahlert Clay Anderson John Archer Jamie Ariana Marc Arledge Bonnie Arnould Forrest Arnould Douglas Auld Lauren Avery Victoria Ball Bryce Baumann Justin Beasley William Beasley Brandon Beaver Kari Bender Tamara Berg Kenneth Bezan David Birdwell Bryan Blankenship Carol Blossfeld Elizabeth Bohanon Blaire Bowers Ersteniuk Bryan Bratton C Todd Bridges Matthew Bridges Trace Bridges Joshua Brock Nathan Brown S. Kelly Brown Adam Bulleigh Sharolyn Burton Graham Busby Jamie Cameron Kristen Campbell Sarah Campbell Tricia Cannon Wuse Cara Scott Carel John Carletti Peter Carlson Bobby Carmen Jason Carper Charles Carroll Steven Carson William Carter Conrad Casler Cory Chambers Jennifer Chambers

Brian Chastain Carrie Chastain Jae Choi Russell Coatney Logan Coffee Larry Coggins Matthew Cohlmia Raymond Cohlmia Christopher Corbin Cama Cord Robi Craig Joshua Crossley G Frans Currier Russell Danner Darrell Daugherty Joseph Day Steven Deaton Steven Deem Kathy DeHart Tara Denton William Deprater Richard Dillon Bryce Dorrough Ana Dotson Brian Drew David Drummond Kevin Duffy George Dula Twana Duncan Benjamin Edwards Renalla Ellis Heath Evans Barry Farmer Joseph Feng Casey Fishburn Keifer Fisher John Folks Richard Freeman Emily Frye Cathy Fuchs LaMont Gee Sandra Grace Jerry Greer Thomas Griffin Jacob Hager Michael Hansen Leslie Hardy Lori Hare

Aaron Harman Amanda Hendrickson Drew Hendrix John Henry Robert Herman Jeffrey Hermen Marilyn Hiebert Lori Holden Mathew Hookom James Hooper Brad Hoopes Mitchell Hoopes Eric Hopkins Jeffrey Housley James Hulsey Benjamin Humphrey Karl Jobst Donald Johnson Eugenia Johnson Janet Julian Mohammad Karami Carolyn Keyes Michael Kierl Michael Kirk Jennifer Koonce Jandra Korb Jay Kruska Michael Kubelka Ronald Lamb Leta Langford Ashley Lanman Sally Le Grady Lembke Christopher Leslie Heng Lim Cloyce Littlefield Brandon Loeser Eric Loper Eric Lopez Karey Low Pamela Low Steve Lusk David Maddox David Marks Mary Martin Stephen Martin Alan Mauldin Stephen Mayer

Tracy McIntire Janna McIntosh Daniel McNair Glenn Mead Joseph Meador Jamie Means David Merrell Soren Michaelsen Clay Michels Robert Miracle Frank Miranda Kenner Misner Andrea Montgomery Jack Morrison Anaita Mullasseril James Murtaugh Carson Nail Nicole Nellis David Nittler Alan Owen Samuel Owens Deborah Ozment John Phillips Garrett Phipps Jordan Pierce Ray Plant Steve Pracht Jillian Prather Dana Price Christopher Ray Chad Reid Scott Renfrow Mark Revels Roger Richter James Roane Ryan Roberts Erin Roberts-Svob Tyler Rolland Mack Rudd Miranda Ruleford Robert Schick Jerry Schoeffler Ryan Scott Shawn Scott Gregory Segraves Mickey Sehorn Paul Shadid Kyle Shannon

Steven Shrader Steffan Sigler Floyd Simon Gregg Smith Aaron Southerland Donna Sparks Chad Spiva David Stapleton Clinton Stevens Julie Storm Patrick Stover Steven Strange Marc Susman Jamie Talley Nathaniel Talley Jim Taylor Stephen Taylor Ryan Theobald John Thomas Kara Tims Mark Unruh JayCee Van Horn Jonah Vandiver Nathan Villines Shyler Vincent Teresa Vu Carlie Wager Michael Wallace Matthew Walls Christopher Ward W Waugh Robert Webb William Weber Mark Weems Dennis Weibel Robert Wells James Wendelken Stephanie Wendt Jay White Steven White Theresa White Vincent Willcox Mary Willhoite Brian Wilson Jana Winfree Paul Wood Donal Woodward Trent Yadon Kendra Yandell

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ASSOCIATION REPORT ODA Board of Trustees The Board of Trustees met on April 11, 2024, to conduct regular business of the ODA. Dr. Daryn Lu, President-elect, appointed Dr. Sydney Rogers, Secretary/Treasurer, and Dr. Lauren Parker, New Dentist Trustee. Both are one-year appointments.

The Board nominated the following members for State Life Membership: Dr. Craig Buntemeyer, Dr. David Deason, Dr. Warren Good, Dr. Greg Hardman, Dr. Wallace Haskett, Dr. Jeff Lunday, Dr. Thomas McGarry, Dr. Jack McKinnis, Dr. James Murtaugh, Dr. Craig Spaulding, Dr. Dan Storm, and Dr. Steven White.

The Board voted to host the 2025 Oklahoma Mission of Mercy in Tulsa, Oklahoma and to appoint an OkMOM planning committee to assist in the planning, fundraising, and execution of the 2025 event.

The next meeting of the Board of Trustees is scheduled for August 16, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. at the ODA building in Oklahoma City. Any member with questions or concerns for the Board may contact their component trustee.

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The 2024-2025 ODA Board of Trustees are: Dr. Addie Allen-Steed, Tulsa County Trustee Dr. Doug Auld, Eastern District Trustee Dr. Tamara Berg, ADA Delegate Dr. Matthew Bridges, Southwest District Trustee Dr. Matthew Cohlmia, ADA Delegate Dr. Twana Duncan, President-elect Dr. Colin Eliot, Northwest District Trustee Dr. Tim Fagan, ADA Delegate Dr. Edward Harroz, Oklahoma County Trustee Dr. Jandra Korb, Northern District Trustee Dr. Mitch Kramer, Speaker of the House Dr. Daryn Lu, President Dr. Paul Mullasseril, Dean, OUCOD Dr. Nicole Nellis, Vice President Dr. Lauren Parker, New Dentist Trustee Dr. Sydney Rogers, Secretary/Treasurer Dr. Lindsay Smith, ADA Delegate Dr. Sara Spurlock, Central District Trustee Dr. Paul Wood, Past President

ASSOCIATION REPORT ODA House of Delegates The House of Delegates establishes all ODA policies not otherwise provided for in the Bylaws, elects the Speaker of the House and council members, confirms the appointments of the Secretary/Treasurer and the council chairs, adopts an annual budget, and sets the membership dues. The House of Delegates meets annually and is comprised of the Board of Trustees, four officers from each Component, one delegate per fifteen members from each Component, and four American Student Dental Association officers from the OU College of Dentistry.

The House recognized the 2024 award winners:

The House of Delegates met on April 11, 2024, at the ODA Annual Meeting in Oklahoma City. The House ratified a $1,158,371 budget, without a dues increase. The House amended the Bylaws by sunsetting the Councils on Dental Care and Dental Education and Public Information and named the ODA President-elect Secretary of the ADA Delegation.

Dr. Paul Mullasseril, Richard T. Oliver Legislative Award

Dr. Ray Cohlmia, Dr. Gary Gardner, Dr. Keith Keeter, Dr. Jerome Miller and Dr. James Torchia will be memorialized on the Shobe Memorial Tablet, on display at the ODA building, for their outstanding leadership in organized dentistry at the local, state, and national levels.

Dr. Robie Herman, Public Service Award Dr. Robert Lamb, Dan E. Brannin Award for Professionalism and Ethics Dr. Rieger Wood, Robert K. Wynn Award for Dental Education and Public Information Dr. Clay Anderson and Dr. Rob Muller, Presidential Citations

Dr. Jennifer Jenkins and Dr. Sara Spurlock, President’s Leadership Awards Dr. Tabitha Arias, Young Dentist of the Year Dr. Robert Lamb, James A. Saddoris Lifetime of Leadership Award The following members were recognized for fifty years of membership in the ODA:

The House elected the following members into State Life Membership: Dr. Craig Buntemeyer, Dr. David Deason, Dr. Warren Good, Dr. Greg Hardman, Dr. Wallace Haskett, Dr. Jeff Lunday, Dr. Thomas McGarry, Dr. Jack McKinnis, Dr-. James Murtaugh, Dr. Craig Spaulding, Dr. Dan Storm, and Dr. Steven White.

Dr. Richard Amilian

The House elected the following members into leadership:

Dr. Howard Iba

Dr. Nicole Nellis, Vice President

Dr. Gregory Johnson

Dr. Lindsay Smith, ADA Delegate

Dr. Cloyce Littlefield

Dr. Chris Fagan, ADA Alternate Delegate

Dr. James Mabry

The House confirmed the following presidential appointments:

Dr. James Burke Dr. David Deason Dr. Stephen Glenn Dr. Ronald Graves

Dr. Frank Miranda Dr. Michael Steffen

Dr. Sydney Rogers, Secretary/Treasurer

Dr. Ronald Williams

Dr. Lauren Parker, New Dentist Trustee

Dr. Ronald Winder

Dr. Twana Duncan, Council on Budget and Finance

If you are interested in serving on the ODA House of Delegates, contact your component president or the ODA office at 405-848-8873.

Dr. Matthew Bridges, Council on Bylaws, Policy & Ethics Dr. Lindsay Smith, Council on Governmental Affairs Dr. Nicole Nellis, Council on Membership and Membership Services

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GUEST COLUMN Navigating Electronic Prescribing for Dentists: Top Tips and Considerations

by Robert McDermott, President and CEO, iCore Connect

2. Improved Prescription Tracking: Electronic prescriptions are easier to track and manage compared to traditional paper prescriptions. Dentists can maintain accurate records of all prescribed medications, simplifying medication reconciliation and improving overall patient care.

3. Convenience and Accessibility: ePrescribing offers unparalleled convenience for both patients and healthcare providers. Patients can have their prescriptions sent directly to their chosen pharmacy, eliminating the need for them to carry physical prescriptions. Dentists can also send prescriptions remotely, making it more convenient for patients who may need refills while traveling or in case of emergencies.

Staying on top of software and tech advancements for your practice is critical. With the aim of enhancing patient safety, reducing prescription errors, and improving overall efficiency, the shift towards electronic prescribing (ePrescribing) has gained significant momentum. Dentists across the country are now required to comply with laws mandating electronic prescribing for Controlled Substances, including Oklahoma’s law requiring ePrescribing of controlled substances.

The Transition to ePrescribing for Controlled Substances: A Necessary Shift The requirement for dentists to embrace ePrescribing for Controlled Substances is rooted in the need for enhanced security and accuracy in prescription management.

Controlled Substances, which include medications with the potential for abuse or addiction, demand a higher level of oversight to prevent misuse. The transition to electronic prescribing helps minimize the chances of fraudulent activities, prescription errors, and diversion of these substances. Moreover, ePrescribing provides a more efficient way to track prescriptions and streamline communication between healthcare providers, pharmacies, and patients.

Why Consider ePrescribing for All Medications, Not Just Controlled Substances: Dentists should consider expanding their ePrescribing practices to include all medications. Here's why: 1. Enhanced Patient Safety: ePrescribing reduces the likelihood of prescription errors, such as illegible handwriting or incorrect dosages. By adopting ePrescribing for all medications, dentists can significantly enhance patient safety and reduce the risk of adverse events due to prescription mistakes.

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4. Time and Efficiency: The time-consuming process of writing, signing, and faxing prescriptions can be significantly streamlined through ePrescribing. Dentists can save valuable time and allocate resources more effectively, ultimately improving practice efficiency.

5. Integration with Patient Records: Integrating ePrescribing with electronic health records (EHR) systems allows for seamless exchange of patient information. Dentists can make more informed prescribing decisions by reviewing a patient's medication history and potential drug interactions before sending a prescription.

In conclusion, the shift to electronic prescribing for Controlled Substances is a necessary step in ensuring patient safety, minimizing prescription errors, and reducing the potential for misuse. Dentists should be diligent in choosing certified ePrescribing software, understanding regulatory compliance, implementing strong security measures, establishing clear workflows, and educating patients.

Furthermore, considering the adoption of ePrescribing for all medications, not just Controlled Substances, offers a range of benefits, including enhanced patient safety, improved prescription tracking, convenience, time efficiency, and integration with patient records. By embracing ePrescribing, dentists can contribute to a more secure and efficient healthcare system while prioritizing the well-being of their patients.

Book a demo of iCoreRx cloud ePrescribing software from ODA Endorsed Partner iCoreConnect today to improve prescription safety, accuracy, and adherence. iCoreRx makes the transition incredibly fast and easy, so you can be up and running in a short amount of time. Visit iCoreConnect. com/OK15 or call 888.810.7706. ODA members receive substantial discounts on iCoreRx. This guest column article is a paid advertisement from ODA Rewards Partner, iCoreConnect.

EVENT PHOTOS Legislative Reception, February 27 ODA Offices, Oklahoma City, OK

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Upcoming Continuing Education Opportunities

EXTRACTION AND SOCKET PRESERVATION FOR FUTURE IMPLANT PLACEMENT PRESENTED BY: JAEWON KIM, DDS, MSD, PHD MARCH 29, 2024 CREDITS: 4 HOURS HANDS-ON

CURRENT STATUS OF DENTAL ADHESIVES, COMPOSITES, AND LIGHT CURING TECHNOLOGY PRESENTED BY: JACK FERRACANE, PH.D. APRIL 26, 2024 CREDITS: 3 HOURS

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DENTURE, OVERDENTURES, AND THE NEWEST FIXED DENTURE PROSTHESIS WITHOUT VERIFICATION JIGS PRESENTED BY: JOSEPH MASSAD, DDS AND DAVID LITTLE, DDS MAY 31 - JUNE 1, 2024 CREDITS: 12 HOURS HANDS-ON

WHAT’S NEW IN ORAL PATHOLOGY? PRESENTED BY: KATHLEEN HIGGINS, DDS, MS JUNE 14, 2024 CREDITS: 4 HOURS

STANDARD PROFICIENCY LASER COURSE FOR DENTAL HYGIENISTS PRESENTED BY: ANGIE WALLACE, RDH JUNE 21, 2024 CREDITS: 8 HOURS HANDS-ON

For more information or to register online, visit: dentistry.ouhsc.edu/CE

EVENT PHOTOS Women in Dentistry CE Luncheon, March 29 Vast Restaurant, Oklahoma City, OK

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CLASSIFIEDS JOB OPENING Dentist, Amarillo, TX The owners of Tumbleweed Dental, LLC and Sheman Dental Group LLP are seeking a dentist to join the practices who is ready to earn a path to partnership in the near future. Dentist is requested to have 2-5 years experience, available to join by early 2024, and has been exposed to-- and ready to grow in--modern dentistry services such as in-house CEREC restorative milling.

These two dental practices are located in the heart of Amarillo, Texas, a hub of economic activity for the Panhandle. The practices are both located in modern buildings near Soncy Road, the city’s largest shopping center, the campus for the Texas Tech Pharmacy School, and A-rated public elementary schools.

With 50 years of history, these practices offer a new dentist immediate, built-in demand from tenured patients of all ages who value the quality of care delivered.

Owners Dr. Eddy Sauer and Dr. Nathanial Avirett are offering a guaranteed six-figure base pay for the first 3 years or 35% of collections, whichever is higher. Due to continued patient demand, the incoming dentist will have the opportunity to set his or her schedule in such a way to exceed base pay listed. The practices are fully staffed and managed. Learn more about Dr. Eddy Sauer and Dr. Nathanial Avirett at shermendental.com/about/.

Contact; AmarilloDentistSearch@gmail.com

JOB OPENING Associate Dentist, Enid, OK Formerly a two-doctor practice of 30 years, but recently lost my associate. I’ve built a new building with all new equipment. 3 full-time hygienists booked for months. A future buy-in is possible for the right person. I’d love to mentor a young dentist or bring in an experienced dentist. We do a wide variety of procedures including implants, grafting, root canals, extractions, etc. Candidate must be honest, ethical, and hard working! Our practice is called TLC Dental.

Contact: Dr. Jared Lack (580) 478-6652

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JOB OPENING Associate Dentist, Stigler, OK

JOB OPENING Dental Hygienist, Alva, OK W Hometown Dentist is a small business in Alva, Oklahoma, renamed under the corporation our previous provider had treated dental patients since 1984. We are professional, fast-paced, fun to be around and supportive.

This opportunity offers competitive pay, sizable sign-on/relocation bonus, PTO, matching 401K, health and dental benefits, CE, and office trips. Negotiations are allowed to ensure both provider and hygienist needs are met.

The dental hygienist joining our team will be expected to provide exceptional patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a background in dental hygiene, be able to work independently and as part of a team and have excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will perform routine dental cleanings, take X-rays, educate patients on proper oral hygiene, and provide other preventative services.

Responsibilities: • Clean and polish teeth.

• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques.

• Assess patients’ oral health and provide preventive care.

• Perform x-rays and other diagnostic tests.

• Keep detailed records of patient visits.

• Provide fluoride treatments and sealants.

• Remove plaque and calculus from teeth.

• Perform dental prophylaxis.

• Perform scaling and root planning therapy.

• Provide necessary anesthesia.

Contact: Hannah McOsker (580) 327-4522 htdentistalva@gmail.com

Private practice located in Stigler, OK seeking associate with possible buyout in future. Very well established office that has been in business for 45 years with a loyal patient base. Only private practice in Haskell County, located between Eufaula Lake and Kerr Lake. Office is in prime location right on the main highway across from Choctaw Travel Plaza. Building is 2000 sq ft, has 3 DR operatories, 1 hygiene operatory, break room has capabilities to be another operatory if needed. Equipment is older but fully functional. Office is open Tuesday - Thursday 8 to 5, and Saturday 8 to 3 (only hygiene patients are seen on Saturdays currently). Office has Dentrix software.

Currently providers for 4 insurance companies including Medicaid and have FFS patients as well. Practice offers preventive, restorative, crown/bridge, denture/partials, some oral surgery, and some implants. Definite growth potential since the office currently refers for orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, and some oral surgery and implants. Email lyndiejoan@gmail.com or call (918) 448-0181.

OFFICE FOR LEASE Stillwater, OK Fully Equipped Dental Office for Lease • Self-contained unit • 2339 sq. ft.

• Four fully-equipped operatories • Equipped sterilization room and lab • Digital Radiography with optional Cone Beam Technology Contact: Darrell Daugherty (405) 377-4848

CLASSIFIEDS JOB OPENING

JOB OPENING

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Tulsa/Stillwater, OK

Guthrie, OK

Are you a talented Oral Surgeon with a passion for transforming smiles and changing lives? Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a modern and patient-focused oral surgery environment?

Central Oklahoma Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates is the place for you! If you’re looking for unlimited earnings potential, great benefits, and future ownership opportunities, please reach out! Our mission is simple. We strive to improve the lives of everyone we meet, not just the ones we treat.

Benefits / Compensation: You deserve to be rewarded for your hard work!

• Daily guarantee OR percentage of Collections (whichever is greater)!

• 401k after one year of employment • Unlimited earning potential • Stable and consistent full-time schedule • Steady new patient flow with a very busy hygiene schedule – allowing you to build your practice with confidence • No weekends! Monday-Friday, alternating time between Stillwater, OK and Tulsa, OK. What you should know about Dr. Miller and his team: • Dr. Miller has owned the practice since 2000 and is a fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and of the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Dr. Miller specializes in All-On-4 treatment, individual dental implants, wisdom teeth extractions, facial cosmetic treatments, and facial trauma.

• Currently, our practice involves two full-time oral surgeons and one part-time oral surgeon.

Our state of the art technology allows us to provide the best results and create a productive work environment focusing our time and energy on our ultimate goal of improving our patients’ quality of life.

Contact: Shelly Bridges (636) 399-9926 shelly@freedomdentalpartners.com

Seeking a Hygienist for IMMEDIATE start!

Proud Dental is searching for a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our dedicated team of dental professionals. Our ideal candidate is passionate about oral health and will strive to deliver outstanding patient care to our guests.

We are committed to staying current with the latest technology and techniques, making appointments a breeze for both our Hygienists and our patients. Whether you are a seasoned RDH seeking a new opportunity or a recent graduate eager to begin your career, submit your application today!

See more classified ads online at okda.org To place a classified ad, email advertising@okda.org or visit okda.org/classifieds

** $2,000 Sign-on bonus! ** Compensation and Perks: • Competitive pay • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance • PTO and paid holidays • Tradition and Roth 401(k) options • Weekends off Qualifications: • A valid Hygienist license is required • Must be certified to administer local anesthesia Contact: Morgan Phillips (817) 733-6201 mphillips@mb2dental.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE Oklahoma City, OK OKC General Dental Practice for sale near Tinker AFB & Boeing, and I-240. 1500 Sq Ft, room for 4 operatories, build out 5 years old, includes Dexis, Softdent, Vatech CBCT, better than new.

Contact: Call or text (405) 650-0945.

PRACTICE FOR SALE Tulsa area, OK Practice and building (approx. 2000 sq ft), 4 Ops, Collected $680,000 on 3 days/wk.

Dr. takes 4-5 wks of vacation/yr. 25 years at current location, Computerized/ Dentrix, Most specialty wk. referred out, Hyg. is booked out 6 months with 5-6 days/wk. Experienced staff.

PRACTICE FOR SALE Krebs, OK Property is in a prime location with an additional lot available on Main Street in Krebs, OK. Use the 2nd lot or re-sell it. This 1500 sq ft building is comprised of two exam rooms, large reception area, denture room, break room, and two restrooms. Equipment and new dental chairs remain. There is also a SECOND ENTRY TO ANOTHER PRIVATE OFFICE WITHIN THE BUILDING. Office is wired for both internet and cable, set up for gas as well. The city of Krebs is a quaint, historic town near Lake Eufaula in southeastern OK famous for great Italian food and a small hometown feel, with it's own K-8th grade school. $145,000 for the building alone. Extra $20,000 to include all dental equipment and furnishings.

Take this popular, longstanding dentistry business and make it your own!

Contact: Angella (580) 399-1600 lakelifenow@gmail.com

Contact: Cathy (539) 333-0430

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