ODA Journal: Spring 2025

Spring 2025 | Vol. 116, No. 1

A Lifeline for Those in Need 2025 Oklahoma Mission of Mercy Event Recap page 18 www.okda.org

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CONTENTS

Oklahoma Dental Association

Spring 2025 | Vol. 116, No. 1

EDITORIAL 6

Innovation and Growth at OU College of Dentistry by Paul M. Mullasseril, DDS, MS

STATE ASSOCIATION

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Editorial: Innovation and Growth at OU College of Dentistry

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ODA Calendar

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Celebrating ODA Membership Milestones

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In Memoriam

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Proposed Bylaws Amendments

1 4 ODA Annual Meeting 31 2024 Smile Member Contributors 33 2024 Pride Member Contributors 35 2024 Relief & Disaster Grant Program Contributors

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

37 2024 Oklahoma Dental Foundation Contributors 38 ODA Rewards Partners

FEATURES 24 Office Space: Edmond Dental &

Implant Associates

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Office Space: Dr. Matthew Holloman showcases new Edmond office

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COVER STORY 1 8 2025 Oklahoma Mission of Mercy a Success

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

2 3 2024 Oklahoma Mission of Mercy Contributors

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

CLINICAL 27 AEGD Case Study: Hybrid Prosthesis

by Natasha Gokal, DMD, MS

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.

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by Natasha Gokal, DMD, MS

CLASSIFIEDS 35 Classifed Ads Would you like to submit a case study, scientific article, or editorial for publication in the Journal?

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ODA JOURNAL STAFF EDITOR Mary Hamburg, DDS, MS ASSOCIATE EDITOR Roberta A. Wright, DMD, MDSc, FACP EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS Daryn Lu, DDS Sydney Rogers, DDS Stacy Sigler, RDH Roy L. Stevens, DDS

ODA OFFICERS 2024-2025 PRESIDENT Daryn Lu, DDS president@okda.org PRESIDENT-ELECT Twana Duncan, DDS presidentelect@okda.org 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

CALENDAR See more online at OKDA.ORG/CALENDAR March 20 World Oral Health Day

April Oral Cancer Awareness Month

May National Smiles Month

March 24 ODA Board of Trustees Meeting Zoom 5:30pm

April 7-11 Dental Hygienists Week

Mental Health Awareness Month

March 25 Coalition of Rural Dentists (CORD) Caucus Meeting Zoom 5:30pm March 27 Oklahoma County Dental Society 6:00pm March 28 Oklahoma County Dental Society CE 8:00am March 30 Day of Remembrance Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum 1:00pm

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR F. Lynn Means

April 23 Administrative Professionals Day April 7 Senior Signing Day OUCOD (OKC) 11:00am-1:00pm April 8 Tulsa County Dental Society Executive Committe 5:30pm April 8 Oklahoma County Dental Society Board Meeting 6:00pm April 11-12 ODA Annual Meeting Southern Hills Marriott Tulsa Tulsa, OK April 12 ODA House of Delegates Southern Hills Marriott Tulsa 2:00pm

DIRECTOR OF GOVERNANCE & FINANCE Shelly Frantz DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP Ansley Jinkins

April 21 DENPAC Board Meeting Zoom 5:30pm

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & EDUCATION Jill Johnson DIRECTOR OF MEETINGS & EVENTS Lindsay Dennis

May 14 Root Canal Day May 31 World No-Tobacco Day May 2-3 ODA Botox and Dermal Fillers Course at ODA Office okda.org/education May 6 Senior Signing Day OUCOD Tulsa Clinic 12:00pm May 16 CPR and BLS for Dentists Course at ODA Office 9:00am-12:00pm okda.org/education May 16 OkMOM Sustainability Committee Meeting Zoom 7:30am May 30 Robie Herman Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting DENPAC Golf Club of Edmond okda.org/DENPAC

ON THE COVER:

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A patient at Oklahoma Mission of Mercy poses with OkMOM staff and volunteers (left to right): Lindsay Dennis, ODA director of meetings and events, lab lead Dr. Dan Wilguess, 2025 event chair Dr. Lindsay Smith, 2026 event chair Dr. Chris Fagan, 2025 event chair Dr. Rieger Wood, and ODA President Dr. Daryn Lu.

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EDITORIAL Innovations and Growth at OU College of Dentistry and plan to continue increasing our enrollment numbers to assist in addressing the workforce shortage in our state.

Paul M. Mullasseril, DDS, MS Dean and Professor University of Oklahoma School of Dentistry

The dental hygiene program is also expanding the number of locations, with new distant sites in Lawton, Enid, and Ada, ultimately resulting in a 52% increase in dental hygiene graduates. These distant sites will not only increase access to care in these areas but also allow students to train closer to their communities, fostering professionals committed to serving rural and underserved areas. These efforts, alongside the continued success of the Oklahoma City and Tulsa Comprehensive Care Clinics, aim to provide greater access to quality, affordable dental care while ensuring a strong pipeline of dental professionals to serve Oklahoma communities.

As the Dean of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, it is my privilege to share with the Oklahoma Dental Association some of the exciting developments taking place at the college. The OU College of Dentistry has a proud tradition of serving as a cornerstone for oral health education, research, and patient care in Oklahoma, with many The OU College of Dentistry Faculty of you serving as examples of the Practice is undergoing some exciting esteemed professionals our college changes, including a relocation and produces. With new initiatives and comprehensive renovation to create expansions on the horizon, we are a state-of-the-art facility that will looking forward to our impact across increase the number of patients the state and beyond. treated and will reflect the highest standards of clinical care provided First, I’d like to acknowledge our by our exemplary faculty. The new efforts to address the workforce location is set to open in 2025 and shortage in Oklahoma. I know this will enhance the patient experience, challenge is not new to the members provide our faculty practitioners of this Association. Here at the with the latest tools and technology, college, we have an outstanding and serve as a vital training ground dental hygiene program and have for our students. expanded the program to continue to meet the needs of Oklahomans, In our commitment to preparing the both members of the community next generation of dental leaders, and dentists who care for those we are thrilled to announce two communities. Since 2023, we have innovative dual-degree programs: increased dental hygiene students the D.D.S./PhD Program and the enrolled by two students each year D.D.S./MBA Program. The D.D.S./ 6

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PhD program is designed for those who aspire to combine clinical expertise with groundbreaking research, advancing the scientific foundation of dentistry. Meanwhile, the D.D.S./MBA program will equip future dentists with the business acumen needed to lead practices and innovate within the dental industry. These programs reflect our dedication to fostering diverse career pathways and ensuring our graduates are equipped to excel in a rapidly evolving profession.

We are pleased to announce the completion of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry Strategic Plan. Our Strategic Planning Committee has worked tirelessly over the last few years to update our strategic plan to create one that addresses the mission, values, and goals of the college while outlining achievable means of accomplishing those goals. We have gathered feedback from students, faculty, staff, alumni, and patients to better inform these initiatives. We are confident that this plan will guide the college to increasing success and are eager to share the results of our efforts with you in the years to come.

Last July, we launched the state’s first Pediatric Dentistry Residency, welcoming our first three residents to a two-year program that will train them in the specialized care of children, with an emphasis on those with medical complexities and developmental conditions. As many of you know, the dental needs of Oklahoma children are significant, and this program aims to serve those great needs of our community.

EDITORIAL, continued This year, we welcome three more residents into this pioneer program.

The new Pediatric Dentistry Specialty Clinic, based at the Oklahoma Children’s Hospital, are booked out into Summer 2025, further confirming the great need for this program. This clinic focuses on treating complex cases and serving the great oral health needs of the children of Oklahoma. It also aligns with the OU Health Sciences’ Strategic Plan to expand access to affordable oral health care, reduce

health disparities, and meet the health care workforce demands for the state.

to advance our shared goal of improving oral health across the state.

The initiatives outlined here are On behalf of the College of just a glimpse into the innovative Dentistry, I want to thank the work at the University of Oklahoma members of the Oklahoma Dental College of Dentistry. We are Association for your ongoing deeply committed to our mission support and partnership. Together, of improving oral health through we can ensure that the future of education, patient care, and research. dentistry in Oklahoma is bright As we look to the future, we are and that there is excellence in every inspired by the opportunity to smile. collaborate with the Oklahoma Dental Association and its members

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CONGRATULATIONS & THANK YOU Celebrating ODA Membership Milestones 50 CONSECUTIVE YEARS OF MEMBERSHIP Dr. Thomas Ball Dr. Brandon Bowers Dr. William Bozalis Dr. Lee Centracco Dr. Kent Cohenour Dr. Jim Taylor Dr. Terrence Hampton Dr. Michael Keenan Dr. Van Nowlin Dr. Richard Pitts

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Dr. Ronald Anderson Dr. Kathryn Beller Dr. Wesley Black Dr. Carolyn Caudle Dr. Sarah Campbell Dr. Scott Carel Dr. Marc Craig Dr. Brian Drew Dr. Jeffrey Danner Dr. Patrick Dukes Dr. Melanie Emerson Dr. Richard Freeman Dr. Martha Garzon Dr. Kenneth Harrod Dr. Robin Henderson Dr. Richard Henry Dr. Thomas Jourdan Dr. Jandra Korb Dr. Mitchell Kramer

Dr. Anand Patel Dr. Marc Patrick Dr. Samantha Marley-Harrod Dr. Dana Price Dr. Erin Roberts Dr. Marc Robi Dr. Ryan Scott Dr. Shawn Scott Dr. Kyle Shannon Dr. Lori Smith Dr. M. (Michael) Stephens Dr. Jimmy Swan Dr. Shane Tewis Dr. Leslie Tevebaugh Dr. Shannon Toler Dr. Matthew Walker Dr. Jay White Dr. Teri White Dr. Daniel Wilguess

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STATE ASSOCIATION NEWS Proposed Bylaws Amendments The Council on Bylaws, Policy, and Ethics submits the following amendments to the ODA bylaws for consideration by the House of Delegates on April 12, 2025.

Resolved, that the ODA reinstate the Article IX, Section 1. D. Council Standing Committee on New Dentists on Membership and Membership (a standing committee of the Council Services a) Standing Committee on New Dentists on Membership and Membership Services), whose mission is to focus energy and resources toward meeting the unique needs of ODA New Dentist members.

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LEGISLATIVE LOOP Thank you, 2025 DENPAC Members GRAND MEMBERS

DENPAC MEMBERS

Dr. Douglas Auld

Dr. Jeffrey Ahlert Dr. Melinda Ahrend Dr. Ross Allen Dr. Clay Anderson Dr. Jamie Ariana Dr. Tabitha Arias Dr. Marc Arledge Dr. Glenn Ashmore Dr. Lauren Avery Dr. Jeffrey Baggett Dr. William Beasley Dr. Brandon Beaver Dr. Michael Behrmann Dr. Kari Bender Dr. Tamara Berg Dr. David Birdwell Dr. Bryan Blankenship Dr. Blaire Bowers Ersteniuk Dr. Matthew Bridges Dr. Seth Brooks Dr. S. Kelly Brown Dr. Kristen Campbell Dr. Tricia Cannon Dr. Wuse Cara Dr. John Carletti Dr. Brian Chastain Dr. Logan Coffee Dr. Larry Coggins Dr. Blake Cohlmia Dr. Raymond Cohlmia Dr. Deborah Corwin Dr. James Corwin Dr. Russell Danner Dr. Mark Davis Dr. Susan Davis Dr. Thai-An Doan Dr. Zane Dubberstein Dr. Twana Duncan Dr. Katharine Dunnington Dr. Barry Farmer Dr. John Folks Dr. Richard Freeman Dr. David Freet Dr. Tracy Gasbarra

Dr. Todd Bridges Dr. Matthew Cohlmia Dr. Colin Eliot Dr. Richard Haught CAPITOL CLUB MEMBERS Dr. Bobby Carmen Dr. Justin Beasley Dr. Bryan Bratton Dr. Michael Breland Dr. Nathan Brown Dr. Brian Drew Dr. Heath Evans Dr. Richard Henry Dr. Marilyn Hiebert Dr. Brad Hoopes Dr. Krista Jones Dr. Michael Kirk Dr. Addison Kirkpatrick Dr. Stephen Mayer Dr. Janna McIntosh Dr. Glenn Mead Dr. Robert Miracle Dr. Philip Morton Dr. Ray Plant Dr. Nathan Powell Dr. Thomas Rogers Dr. Julie Storm Dr. Jim Taylor Dr. Jonah Vandiver Dr. Daniel Wilguess To donate to DENPAC for 2025, call ODA at (800) 876-8890

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Dr. James Gore Dr. Sandra Grace Dr. Matthew Gray Dr. Jerry Greer Dr. Robert Gruenberg Dr. Jacob Hager Dr. H. Douglas Hall Dr. Michael Hansen Dr. Haley Harrington Dr. Randi Hobbs Dr. Mathew Hookom Dr. James Hooper Dr. Mitchell Hoopes Dr. Brian Howell Dr. Scott Hubbard Dr. James Hulsey Dr. Jennifer Jenkins Dr. Courtney Johnson Dr. Donald Johnson Dr. Eugenia Johnson Dr. Mohammad Karami Dr. Michael Kierl Dr. Jennifer Koonce Dr. Jandra Korb Dr. Jay Kruska Dr. John Landers Dr. Ashley Lanman Dr. Christopher Leslie Dr. Marti Levinson Dr. Brandon Loeser Dr. Daryn Lu Dr. Steve Lusk Dr. David Marks Dr. Molly Marshall Hays Dr. Clay Michels Dr. David Miller Dr. Mohsen Moosavi Dr. James Murtaugh Dr. Gary Nabors Dr. Nicole Nellis Dr. John Phillips Dr. Garrett Phipps Dr. Jordan Pierce Dr. Dana Price

Dr. Christopher Ray Dr. Karen Reed Dr. Casey Roberts Dr. Daulton Roberts Dr. Brant Rouse Dr. Miranda Ruleford Dr. Marni Russell Dr. Robert Schick Dr. Lance Schmidt Dr. Gregory Segraves Dr. Jeff Shadid Dr. Paul Shadid Dr. John Sheets Dr. Steffan Sigler Dr. Floyd Simon Dr. Caleb Smith Dr. Lori Smith Dr. Aaron Southerland Dr. Geoffrey Sparks Dr. Chad Spiva Dr. Sara Spurlock Dr. Adelaide Steed Dr. Clinton Stevens Dr. James Steyer Dr. Braden Stoltenberg Dr. B Storm Dr. Patrick Stover Dr. Stephen Taylor Dr. John Thomas Dr. Kara Tims Dr. Steve Truong Dr. Nathan Villines Dr. Patrick Wallace Dr. William Weber Dr. Mark Weems Dr. Robert Wells Dr. Jay White Dr. Theresa White Dr. Kim Wilkinson Dr. Vincent Willcox Dr. Brian Wilson Dr. Craig Wooten Dr. Trent Yadon Dr. Kendra Yandell

LEGISLATIVE LOOP Event Photos

ODA Executive Director Lynn Means presents Chris Sneed (R)-District 14 with a DENPAC contribution at the ODA office.

Senator Kelly Hines (R)-District 47 (left) with Dr. Matt Cohlmia at Hall's Pizza Kitchen in OKC on January 21.

Senator Mark Mann (D)-District 46 with Dr. Tamara Berg (left) and Dr. Krista Jones (right) at the Freshman Legislator Luncheon.

Senator Lisa Standridge (R)-District 15 (center) with Dr. Lindsay Smith (left) and Dr. Tamara Berg (right).

Dr. Jandra Korb (left) presents Senator Julie McIntosh (R)-District 3 with a contribution at the Freshman Legislator Luncheon.

Senator Christi Gillespie (R)-District 33 (center) with Dr. Tamara Berg (left) and Dr. Lindsay Smith (right).

Representative Tim Turner (R)-District 15 with Dr. Lindsay Smith (left) and Lynn Means (right) at the Freshman Legislator Lunch.

ODA Legislative Reception on February 25

ODA Legislative Reception on February 25

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COVER STORY 2025 Oklahoma Mission of Mercy a Success The 2025 Oklahoma Mission of Mercy and neighbors, we can create lasting procedures, totaling more than $16.5 million in donated dental services.

(OkMOM) provided a remarkable change.”

The event continues to be a beacon two days of free dental care, bringing of hope for individuals who face much-needed relief to underserved A key highlight of this year’s event Oklahomans. Held February 7-8 at was the early access program for U.S. financial and geographic barriers to the Exchange Center at Expo Square veterans, which allowed veterans to oral healthcare. in Tulsa, 1,079 patients were treated receive priority treatment by preand received more than $1.49 million registering and attending a screening The 2025 event was made possible by generous funding from the in dental services. the day before the event. 58 total Oklahoma State Legislature through veterans were treated at this year's an American Rescue Plan Act The annual event, which transforms OkMOM event.

(ARPA) grant, as well as support a large venue into a fully operational Additionally, the need for services from sponsors including SunLife dental clinic, saw 8,792 procedures performed, with an average treatment remained high, with 85% of patients DentaQuest, Dental Depot, Express reporting they had no dental Dental Laboratory, Liberty Dental value of $1,381 per patient. The insurance or benefi ts.

Women made Plan, the Tobacco Settlement success of OkMOM 2025 was made up 59% of those treated and men Endowment Trust (TSET), and possible through the dedication of the Oklahoma Dental Hygienists 1,065 volunteers, including dentists, were 41% of the total.

Association. Additional assistance hygienists, assistants, medical “Th e most important thing we want was provided by Henry Schein professionals, and general volunteers. attendees to know is that this event Dental Products, Hendrick Plumbing is open to everyone and that it is a of Tulsa, Dentsply Sirona, Ultradent, “Oklahoma Mission of Mercy judgment-free environment,” said Medical Waste Services, Superior is a testament to the power of Dr. Lindsay Smith, a Tulsa general Linen Service, the Eastern Oklahoma collaboration and compassion,” said Dental Society, and the Northern Dr. Rieger Wood, Tulsa dentist, past dentist, past ODA president, and 2025 OkMOM co-chair. “We want Oklahoma Dental Society.

ODA president, and 2025 OkMOM co-chair. “This event not only delivers to take care of patients’ most urgent oral health issues without anyone For those interested in supporting critical dental care to those in need or volunteering for future OkMOM but also strengthens the fabric of our feeling shame or fear.” events, visit www.okmom.org to communities by restoring smiles, Since OkMOM's inception in 2010, learn more. Volunteer registration confidence, and overall health. It’s a reminder that when we come together volunteer dental professionals at the will open in mid-October this year event have treated more than 19,000 for the 2026 event in Enid. as dental professionals, volunteers, patients and provided over 116,000

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Fact Sheet

Oklahoma Mission of Mercy (OkMOM) FROM 2010 THROUGH 2025, OkMOM HAS PROVIDED:

124,057 total dental procedures performed

$965

1,440

$17.9 m

average donated in dental care per patient

average number of patients treated each year

in total donated dental services

OKLAHOMA DENTAL CARE FACTS:

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

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

WHERE WE’VE BEEN:

Services Provided:

20,162

woodward 2017

enid

2014, 2026

total volunteers 2010-2025

2020

Tulsa

2010, 2015, 2025

patients treated 2010-2025

21,777

stillwater

Oklahoma City

2011, 2016, 2019

2023

lawton Mcalester Durant 2018

2012

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OkMOM will return to Enid on February 6 & 7, 2026 !

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Cleanings Fillings Extractions Some root canals Immunizations Partials

Services Not Provided:

SHAWNEE

2013, 2024

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

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THANK YOU OkMOM Contributors who donated in addition to your dues in 2024 Dr. Jeffrey Ahlert Dr. Carrie Chastain Dr. Drew Hendrix Dr. Janna McIntosh Dr. Donna Sparks Dr. Clay Anderson Dr. Jae Choi Dr. Jeffrey Hermen Dr. Glenn Mead Dr. Chad Spiva Dr. John Archer Dr. Russell Coatney Dr. James Herndon Dr. Jamie Means Dr. David Stapleton Dr. Jamie Ariana Dr. Logan Coffee Dr. Marilyn Hiebert Dr. David Merrell Dr. Clinton Stevens Dr. Marc Arledge Dr. Larry Coggins Dr. Lori Holden Dr. Soren Michaelsen Dr. Patrick Stover Dr. Bonnie Arnould Dr. Matthew Cohlmia Dr. Mathew Hookom Dr. Clay Michels Dr. Marc Susman Dr. Forrest Arnould Dr. Raymond Cohlmia Dr. James Hooper Dr. Robert Miracle Dr. Jamie Talley Dr. Douglas Auld Dr. Joshua Crossley Dr. Brad Hoopes Dr. Frank Miranda Dr. Nathaniel Talley Dr. Lauren Avery Dr. G Frans Currier Dr. Mitchell Hoopes Dr. Kenner Misner Dr. Jim Taylor Dr. Victoria Ball Dr. Russell Danner Dr. Eric Hopkins Dr. Andrea Montgomery Dr. Stephen Taylor Dr. Bryce Baumann Dr. Darrell Daugherty Dr. Jeffrey Housley Dr. Jack Morrison Dr. Ryan Theobald Dr. Justin Beasley Dr. Joseph Day Dr. James Hulsey Dr. James Murtaugh Dr. John Thomas Dr. William Beasley Dr. Steven Deem Dr. Benjamin Humphrey Dr. Nicole Nellis Dr. Kara Tims Dr. Brandon Beaver Dr. Kathy DeHart Dr. Karl Jobst Dr. David Nittler Dr. Mark Unruh Dr. Kari Bender Dr. Tara Denton Dr. Donald Johnson Dr. Alan Owen Dr. JayCee Van Horn Dr. Tamara Berg Dr. William DePrater Dr. Janet Julian Dr. Deborah Ozment Dr. Jonah Vandiver Dr. David Birdwell Dr. Richard Dillon Dr. Mohammad Karami Dr. John Phillips Dr. Nathan Villines Dr. Bryan Blankenship Dr. Bryce Dorrough Dr. Carolyn Keyes Dr. Garrett Phipps Dr. Shyler Vincent Dr. Carol Blossfeld Dr. Brian Drew Dr. Michael Kierl Dr. Jordan Pierce Dr. Teresa Vu Dr. Elizabeth Bohanon Dr. David Drummond Dr. Michael Kirk Dr. Ray Plant Dr. Michael Wallace Dr. Blaire Bowers Dr. Kevin Duffy Dr. Jennifer Koonce Dr. Steve Pracht Dr. Matthew Walls Ersteniuk Dr. Twana Duncan Dr. Jandra Korb Dr. Jillian Prather Dr. Christopher Ward Dr. Bryan Bratton Dr. Benjamin Edwards Dr. Jay Kruska Dr. Dana Price Dr. W Waugh Dr. Todd Bridges Dr. Jeremy Edwards Dr. Michael Kubelka Dr. Christopher Ray Dr. Robert Webb Dr. Matthew Bridges Dr. Heath Evans Dr. Ronald Lamb Dr. Chad Reid Dr. William Weber Dr. Joshua Brock Dr. Barry Farmer Dr. Leta Langford Dr. Scott Renfrow Dr. Mark Weems Dr. Nathan Brown Dr. Joseph Feng Dr. Ashley Lanman Dr. Mark Revels Dr. Dennis Weibel Dr. S. Kelly Brown Dr. Casey Fishburn Dr. Sally Le Dr. James Roane Dr. Robert Wells Dr. Adam Bulleigh Dr. Keifer Fisher Dr. Grady Lembke Dr. Erin Roberts Dr. James Wendelken Dr. Sharolyn Burton Dr. John Folks Dr. Christopher Leslie Dr. Ryan Roberts Dr. Stephanie Wendt Dr. Graham Busby Dr. Richard Freeman Dr. Heng Lim Dr. Miranda Ruleford Dr. Jay White Dr. Kristen Campbell Dr. Emily Frye Dr. Cloyce Littlefield Dr. Robert Schick Dr. Steven White Dr. Sarah Campbell Dr. Cathy Fuchs Dr. Brandon Loeser Dr. Jerry Schoeffler Dr. Theresa White Dr. Tricia Cannon Dr. Tracy Gasbarra Dr. Eric Lopez Dr. Ryan Scott Dr. Mary Willhoite Dr. Wuse Cara Dr. LaMont Gee Dr. Karey Low Dr. Shawn Scott Dr. Brian Wilson Dr. John Carletti Dr. Sandra Grace Dr. Pamela Low Dr. Gregory Segraves Dr. Jana Winfree Dr. Peter Carlson Dr. Jerry Greer Dr. Steve Lusk Dr. Paul Shadid Dr. Donal Woodward Dr. Bobby Carmen Dr. Thomas Griffin Dr. David Maddox Dr. Kyle Shannon Dr. Trent Yadon Dr. Jason Carper Dr. Jacob Hager Dr. David Marks Dr. Steven Shrader Dr. Kendra Yandell Dr. Steven Carson Dr. Michael Hansen Dr. Molly Marshall Hays Dr. Steffan Sigler Dr. Conrad Casler Dr. Leslie Hardy Dr. Mary Martin Dr. Floyd Simon Dr. Jennifer Chambers Dr. Lori Hare Dr. Alan Mauldin Dr. Gregg Smith Dr. Brian Chastain Dr. Amanda Hendrickson Dr. Stephen Mayer Dr. Aaron Southerland www.okda.org

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OFFICE SPACE Edmond Dental & Implant Associates

by Jill Johnson, ODA Staff Photos by Caleb Collins

Dr. Matt Holloman, a native of Edmond and alumnus of University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, has been practicing for more than 17 years in his hometown.

The team was looking to refresh the space, not only with physical upgrades and decor updates, but also with new technology, room for storage, and more parking.

In 2020, while practicing with another dentist who was nearing retirement, Dr. Holloman began to think about expansion of the office in order to hire an associate and accommodate more patients. However, after consulting with construction professionals, they determined expanding that building wouldn't be feasbile in its existing location.

Dr. Holloman rebranded the pracice as Edmond Dental & Implant Associates, found the perfect new location just a few miles away and began the design work.

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Dr. Holloman's brother-in-law Tim Scott is a local builder who owns T. Scott Construction. Tim had already built several dental offices, and he worked closely with Dr. Holloman, Henry Schein Dental Integrated Design Studio, and Bockus Payne

Architecture to capture all their ideas and bring them to life.

Dr. Holloman's twin brother, who is also a dentist, had recently renovated his office in Florida and presented additional thoughts for consideration.

"More storage. You always need more than you think," was the best advice.

"And the windows. When we told patients we were moving, the main thing they said was, 'Don't lose the windows,' and we made sure there was plenty of natural light and landscaping that will mature nicely," said Dr. Holloman.

Pitzer's Lawn Management did the outdoor landscaping at the new site and Amber McCullough Design did the interiors.

Construction began on their new state-of-the-art facility near Covell and Boulevard in early 2023. The new building was completed later that year, and the practice officially moved to its new location in December 2023.

This move was part of their commitment to continually evolve with cutting-edge technology and research and to add team members.

"Eventually, I would like to do only surgery. The practice is sort of growing in that way," said Dr. Holloman.

Today, patients can enjoy the benefits of this modern facility, which features ergonomic chairs, noise-canceling headphones, private consultation rooms, and a coffee and drink bar in the lobby.

Edmond Dental & Implant Associates offers a comprehensive range of services, including cosmetic and restorative dentistry, preventative care, implant services, and more.

Dr. Holloman specializes in robotic dentistry and the team has successfully integrated 3-D printing into their work.

Edmond Dental & Implant Associates Matthew J. Holloman, DDS, owner Dr. Blake Hunter, DDS, associate 133 Sonic Drive Edmond, OK 73003

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CASE STUDY SERIES AEGD Program Referral: Hybrid Prosthesis

by Natasha Gokal, DMD, MS

This case series presents two patients that were referred to the AEGD program at the OU College of Dentistry presenting with complete maxillary edentulism and mandibular reconstruction. One patient’s condition resulted from osteomyelitis, while the other patient was due to cancer of the floor of the mouth.

Patient #1 is a 57-year-old female referred to the AEGD program from the Oral Surgery department. She presents with a mandibular reconstruction plate, bone graft, and bilateral nasolabial flaps following osteomyelitis of the mandibular jaw (Figure A). No other health conditions were reported.

Figure A

The patient expressed interest in restoring her smile and regaining the ability to eat and function normally. Due to the grafted site, implants could not be placed in the anterior region, resulting in a wide anterior-posterior (AP) spread between the implants. The treatment plan was developed in collaboration with the Oral Surgery department. Due to the soft tissue defect in the mandible a hybrid prosthesis was the only option to restore.

Implant placement was performed in the Oral Surgery department under IV sedation. A printed guide was used to place four Astra implants in the posterior region, avoiding the grafted site. The fixed-hybrid prosthesis was completed in the AEGD clinic on the same day as the implant placement, and a smart denture conversion was used to modify the mandibular denture (Figure B).

Figure B

The patient was extremely satisfied with the prosthesis (Figure C). She was advised to stick to a soft food diet and to allow six months for the osseointegration of the implants before transitioning to the final prosthesis.

Second case study on page 29

Figure C

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CASE STUDY SERIES AEGD Program Referral: Implant Surgery

by Natasha Gokal, DMD, MS

Patient #2 is a 61-year-old male who was referred to the AEGD program at the OU The patient's implant surgery was successful, and post-operative instructions College of Dentistry from the Stevenson were provided. The patient was scheduled to return to the AEGD clinic for a Cancer Center for restorative care. He presented with mandibular soft tissue skin follow-up appointment two weeks after the surgery. grafting on the right side following cancer Although the two cases shared many similarities, the approach for each patient treatment surgery of the floor of the mouth. was distinct.

The patient’s primary concern was regaining In conclusion, treatment planning for both cases presented challenges. With the his teeth and restoring functionality. He presence of grafted sites and the objective of restoring a new smile, the planning previously wore a maxillary complete process required thoughtful consideration and time to ensure the grafted areas denture and a mandibular partial denture (Figure 1 – mandibular edentulous; Figure remained undisturbed.

2 – maxillary edentulous). The patient also reported a history of smoking half a pack of cigarettes daily for the past 40 years.

The patient was referred to the Graduate Periodontics and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) departments for vestibule augmentation in the area of the skin graft which was limiting a removable prosthesis from fitting. However, it was determined that no manipulation of the flap could be attempted due to position of the facial artery, and the patient was referred back to the AEGD clinic. In the AEGD clinic, it was decided to place two implants on the left side to retain an overdenture prosthesis. During the implant surgery, it was determined that an additional implant should be added. A flap was created and reflected, with minimal bone reduction performed in the anterior region. No surgical guide was used for implant placement.

The following implants were placed: •

#20: Astra Prime Taper, size 4.8 x 8mm, with a healing cap

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#24: Astra Prime Taper, size 4.2 x 11mm, with a cover screw

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#26: Astra Prime Taper, size 3.6 x 11mm, with a healing cap (Figure 3)

The tissue was approximated using Vicryl sutures (Figure 4)

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3

Figure 4

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dr. Natasha Gokal was born in San Bernardino, CA, raised in Jacksonville, FL and then moved to where she calls home, Russellville, AR. She graduated dental school from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in May 2023 and completed her Advanced Education in General Dentistry at OU College of Dentistry in June of 2024. Prior to earning her dental degree, she completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Oklahoma followed by her Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences at Barry University in Hollywood, FL. Natasha is an associate at Drumright Dental Center in Drumright, OK. www.okda.org

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