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President’s Message Beatriz E. Terry, D.D.S., M.S.. I am so honored to be taking on the position of South Florida District Dental Association president. I have been a member of organized dentistry since I became a member of the American Student Dental Association over 20 years ago and have always found it extremely important to “belong.” I have enjoyed all the friendships I have made along the way. Some of those early friendships were celebrated along with me at the recent Installation of Officers event on June 20, and were greatly appreciated. Those of you that serve, or have served in leadership positions, not only know how rewarding it can be, but also how time consuming and underappreciated it can be as well. Thankfully, I accent the positives associated with all the leadership positions I have held, and have grown to love serving our great dental profession. My installation marks the culmination of a long road. After going up the ranks at the South Dade Dental Society and the CEOLA-HELO dental association, eight years of service to the Florida National Dental Convention, holding delegate positions to the Florida Dental Association (FDA) and American Dental Association (ADA), and presently serving on the Florida Association of Periodontists board, I have finally arrived at what I perceive to be the most challenging position to date president of SFDDA.

destined to fade away. For those of you with kids studying dentistry or newly graduated dentists, this should be extremely important to you and your kids. Without organized dentistry, today's dentist could potentially lose his or her advocate on issues critical to our profession. Continuous education, earning an income, and spending time with the family are extremely important. BUT, so is organized dentistry. I urge you to make organized dentistry a priority in your lives. Get involved, or at the very least, attend our SFDDA meetings, or one of our three local affiliate meetings. We need you! Our next member event will be the “First Annual Dentist Day Family Picnic.” This event will be held on October 6, 2012, and will include activities for both the kids and adults.

Take note of our NEW affiliate photo section in this newsletter. This section will be dedicated to keeping you abreast of events held at the affiliate societies, with the hope that you may be inspired to join one, or even all! The events are both educational and entertaining, and I This association is as diverse as they come! And, I invite you to contact the affiliate presidents and attend their next meeting. To make this more enticing, we are gladly accept the challenge. including a coupon to be used at an affiliate meeting for complimentary dinner and continuing education credit. My goal for this year, in a nutshell, is the following: Our recent successful and very entertaining installation event, I believe, was a testament to my initiative. I hope everyone in attendance enjoyed themselves and plans on attending future events. Together, we can bring the SFDDA back to the forefront and prove there is power How do I plan on doing this? I plan on bringing the fun in numbers. and excitement back into our profession. I have planned a year filled with entertaining events, service projects In addition, as one of your representatives to the Florida and meetings that can benefit our practices and the ever- Dental Association and the American Dental Association, I plan on keeping you, our members, updated on evolving face of dentistry. any pertinent issues affecting our profession. Over my years of service, I have observed that out- ofstate meetings and busy schedules have led to our asso- Please feel free to contact me with ideas or suggestions ciation's transformation, and frankly it is not a priority for the betterment of your SFDDA. I hope to see you at in the hearts of South Florida dentists. We need to our next event! change that. Otherwise, our professional association is "RENEW what I perceive as a DORMANT passion for organized dentistry in our older member dentists and AWAKEN an UNDISCOVERED passion for organized dentistry in our younger member dentists."

Rich’s Ramblings – “Changing of the Guard” Richard A. Mufson, D.D.S., Editor On behalf of our members, officers, executive council, and staff, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Irene Marron for serving our district dental association well over the past year as president, and for keeping the South Florida District Dental Association (SFDDA) moving in the right direction. Thank you, Irene, for a job very well done.

and passed the examination given by the American Board of Periodontology, thus conferring upon her the status of board certified diplomate in her specialty.

immigrated from Cuba five years earlier. She and her siblings, including her older brother, also born in Miami, grew up in the Hialeah area. She attended Immaculate Conception School, and then following a family move to the Westchester area, she attended St. Brendan High School, graduating in 1983 (the same year, and the only year, that the school won the state title in baseball! Really? I did not know that.).

She has served as an FDA Legislative Contact Dentist for the past six years, and on the FDA Governmental Affairs Committee for the past three years.

In addition to a number of academic honors and service awards earned both during and after her dental and postThis is also the time of year to pass the gavel and wel- graduate educational years, and an impressive research come a new president, and another very bright and ded- masters thesis on the association between smoking and icated member of our organized dentistry team to the T-cell proliferation in periodontal disease, she has since helm, Dr. Beatriz E. Terry. demonstrated a high level of devotion and commitment to organized dentistry. Many of you already know Dr. Terry and of her significant involvement and dedication to organized dentistry. She has been both a member and president of CEOLAFor those of you who do not, I want to share with you HELO Hispanic Dental Association and the South Dade some history and other interesting aspects about our Dental Society. She has been very involved at the state level, serving as a delegate to the Florida Dental Assonewly-installed 2012-13 president. ciation (FDA) House of Delegates for the past six years, Beatriz, or “Betty,” as many of her friends and col- as a committee member of the Florida National Dental leagues know her, is a hometown girl, born and raised Convention for eight years, and one of which, as Proin Miami, where her parents and two older sisters had gram Chair.

Dr. Terry has contributed at the national level as well, serving as an alternate delegate to the American Dental Association House of Delegates.

She has been involved in a number of professional organizations, including the Florida Association of PeriShe then attended Florida International University, fol- odontists (currently serving as Secretary/ Treasurer), lowed by her undergraduate dental education at Mar- American Academy of Periodontology, Pierre Fauchard quette University School of Dentistry. She married Edy Academy and the American College of Dentists. A. Guerra, now a practicing general dentist, in her sophomore year. After earning a Doctor of Dental Surgery Dr. Terry has held several academic appointments, indegree, followed by a Master of Science three-year post- cluding Assistant Clinical Professor positions at both the graduate program in periodontics, at the University of Department of Periodontics at Nova Southeastern UniMinnesota, she then moved back to her home town of versity College of Dental Medicine (1997-98) and the Miami and established her practice. University of Florida School of Dentistry Hialeah Clinic In 1997, she successfully completed the requirements 4

(1997-2003). continued on next page

SFDDA 2012-2013 Officers and Executive Council President BEATRIZ TERRY, D.D.S. (305) 270-1350 President-Elect JEANNETTE PENA-HALL, D.M.D. (305) 667-8766 Vice President MARCOS DIAZ, D.D.S. (954) 659-9990 Secretary Elaine DeRoode, D.D.S. (954) 659-9990 Treasurer RODRIGO ROMANO, D.D.S., M.S. (305) 667-8766 Immediate Past President IRENE MARRON, D.M.D. (305) 646-1524 Young Member Kellie Paxton, D.M.D. (954) 217-3700 Trustees

She also serves as an advisory board night the SFDDA office was transformed member at Miami Dade College School into “Betty’s Lounge” for one very speof Dental Hygiene. cial and enjoyable evening of singing, partying and fun. Betty also enjoys a wonderful personal life apart from her impressive dental ca- On behalf of our entire dental association, reer, which she shares with her very nice please join me in extending a warm welhusband, Edy Guerra, and their three come to Dr. Beatriz E. Terry, as we look lovely children, Isabel (18), Julian (16) forward to a great year ahead under her and Pablo (14). The family enjoys the leadership as our 2012-13 SFDDA outdoor world of boating, fishing, other President. water sports, spending time at their place in Key Largo, in addition to snow skiing once a year in the spring. She enjoys all sports, and is an accomplished athlete, having participated in local fun runs, half marathons and even triathlons.

Thomas H. Ward.D.M.D., Trustee Michael D. Eggnatz, Trustee (954) 217-8888 Alternate Trustees Jorge Centurion, D.M.D. 305-662-2216 FAX: 305-663-6647 Beatriz Terry, D.D.S. (305) 270-1350

She also displayed another of her lesser known, but very commendable talents – as a serious “karaoke singer,” belting out tunes on stage, such as “Mambo #5,” at the recent Installation of Officers. For those of you who missed it, that was the

Pictured here is Dr. Beatrice Terry with her husband, Dr. Edy Guerra and their children Isabel, Julian and Pablo

Delegates to the Executive Council from the Affiliates Societies Piero Palacios, D.M.D. (MDDS) Orlando Dominguez, D.M.D. (MDDS) Richard Mufson D.D.S (ND/MBDS) Isaac Garazi, D.M.D. (ND/MBDS) Barry Bluth, D.M.D. (SBDS) Leonardo Frydman, D.M.D. (SBDS)

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Affiliate Society Presidents Rodrigo Romano, D.D.S., M.S. (MDDS) Danni Sayman D.D.S.(ND/MBDS) Barry Bluth, D.M.D. (SBDS) Richard A. Mufson, D.D.S., Editor Yolanda Marrero, Managing Editor Jackie Quintero, Advertising Manager SFDDA NEWSLETTER Copyright: © SFDDA 1996 Published by the South Florida District Dental Association 420 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 2E Coral Gables, FL 33146 Send announcements and correspondence to the Editor: 420 S. Dixie Hwy, 2-E Coral Gables, FL, 33146-2271 Phone: (305) 667-3647 FAX: (305) 665-7059 or email to: sfdda@sfdda.org

We appreciate the generosity of our sponsors ACE Surgical Supply and Dental Financial Partners for co-sponsoring the SFDDA Officer Installation held June 20, 2012. We also thank DentaQuest for thier sponsorship of the Officer’s Planning Day and continued support.

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“Letter to the Editor” AAOMR Position Paper Lacks Foundation, Harmful to Dental Profession Richard A. Mufson, DDS and Michael R. Ragan, DMD, JD, LLM Note from the Editor: This “letter to the editor” was proven and authenticated doctrine. submitted to the Journal of Oral Surgery Oral Medicine The authors also fail to account for the fact that the overOral Pathology Oral Radiology. whelming majority of dental surgical procedures performed “If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail.” This familiar expression refers to our common tendency to see the world through our own biased viewpoint. And so it also apparently goes for the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (AAOMR). We could not help but react with surprise and disappointment upon reading the editorial appearing in the June, 2012 edition of the Journal of Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology entitled, “Position statement of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology on selection criteria for the use of radiology in dental implantology with emphasis on cone beam computed tomography.”1

on a daily basis, including removal or exposure of impacted teeth, sinus lifts, bone grafts, and yes, also dental implants – especially in the hands of those with adequate training and experience – are performed successfully, and without the need for 3-D imaging. A typical implant site with an obvious lack of bone on the facial aspect, as one example, does not require 3-D imaging to impart the knowledge that a bone graft is required on the facial aspect. Simple inspection and palpation, as well as direct visualization during surgery is more than adequate to acquire this information. Conversely, a site with obvious sufficient ridge width, height of bone above the inferior alveolar nerve, or beneath the sinus floor, does not require 3-D imaging.

“…the authors have apparently failed to take into account…the lack of evidence based science demonstrating improved patient outcomes with 3-D CBCT, nor documented harm to patients if not utilized.” Among a number of questionable statements and opinions found throughout the document, one prophetic proclamation stands out as an obvious misconception to those who practice clinical dentistry on a daily basis. Found in the abstract portion of the paper, the AAOMR recommends that “…crosssectional imaging be used for the assessment of all dental implant sites and that CBCT is the imaging method of choice for gaining this information.” However, the authors have apparently failed to take into account a number of important facts in reaching such a conclusion. Paramount among these would be the absence of controlled studies or data to support the advisory opinion. Despite the lack of evidence based science demonstrating improved patient outcomes with 3-D CBCT, nor documented harm to patients if not utilized, the statement is nevertheless made for the world to accept and to live by as if it were

Adequate appreciation for the location of the mental foramen or the nature and extent of the lingual concavity of the mandible is also not “rocket science,” nor should it require 3-D imaging science, as such structures are readily apparent to the adequately trained and experienced clinician. Clinical exam, adequate 2-D imaging, appreciation of anatomy and proper implant techniques, thorough planning and communication with the restorative dentist and/or wellmade guide stents have proven to be more than adequate for clearly most implant sites or cases, without the need for the added radiation and cost of 3-D CBCT. Perhaps what is most striking to those reading the AAOMR paper is the choice of the word, “all,” and the phrase, “all implant sites.” It is most interesting that in a 2000 AAOMR position paper, “some form of cross sectional imaging” was Continued on page 8

recommended for “most patients receiving implants.”2 In the span of just over ten years, however, the advisory opinion has been inexplicably elevated from that of “most…implant patients” to “all implant sites.” However, this change was apparently made with no rationale nor scientific evidence to justify it other than the “increased use” and “availability” of CBCT. Of equal or greater concern than the missing science in such claims, and especially when published in the format of a position paper, would be the resultant negative impact it may have on the entire dental profession from a purely legal perspective, while imparting a potentially harmful message on several levels. Among these include the implied concepts that (1) we, the readers, may be misled to believe that unless each of us purchase a CBCT for our practice and/or fail to use or offer the study for myriad procedures, and most notably in this case, dental implants, we may be practicing beneath the standard of care, negligent, and/or at a higher risk for being success-

Credible information was shared in the seminar presentations which (a) questioned the necessity of, or increased benefits derived from, CBCT for the majority of clinical or surgical applications in dentistry, especially when weighed against increased radiation risks and cost to patients, (b) questioned the paradigm shift toward CBCT, simply because it has become more widely available, and more strongly marketed to dentists, and (c) questioned the motivation of proponents of the “CBCT-as-standard-of-care” position. Leading academicians have questioned the pendulum of dental imaging swinging so rapidly toward 3D CBCT. Vincent Kokich, Chairman of Orthodontics at the University of Washington, and among the specialty’s most highly respected teachers and mentors, wrote a editorial in a leading refereed orthodontic journal questioning whether we have “truly identified the …benefits of 3D imaging,” especially when weighed against the added radiation risks and cost, or whether proponents’ claims that the information gained exceeds that of conventional imaging in a meaningful way so as to improve patient outcomes.7

“Of equal or greater concern than the missing science in such claims, and especially when published in the format of a position paper, would be the resultant negative impact it may have on the entire dental profession from a purely legal perspective, while imparting a potentially harmful message on several levels.” fully sued, (2) plaintiff attorneys are provided an unprecedented new arsenal of ammunition to use against us in the courtroom, and as a result, (3) our own defense attorneys are left unable to defend us should we experience a negative patient outcome in the absence of our using this particular technique, which others have inferred or implied – no matter how unjustly or wrongly so – as being tantamount to “standard of care.” Although an advisory opinion or “guideline” promulgated by a dental specialty trade organization, such as AAOMR, is not the legal equivalent of a “standard of care,” the dental profession is placed in a position of significantly higher risk of plaintiff attorneys being all to happy to interpret and present it as such to others, especially in courts of civil litigation to unknowing and unsuspecting lay juries. This same legal concern has been the subject of recent liability carrier seminars attended by defense attorneys from around the country, in which articles circulating in our dental literature with similar messages have been singled out and criticized (including at least one cited as a reference in, and another by one of the authors of, the AAOMR paper) as inaccurate, harmful to dentistry, and clearly, the would be legal efforts of our defense attorneys.3-6 8

Granted, there are, no doubt, many new and emerging technologies used today in medicine in dentistry - including 3-D imaging and CBCT – which are truly invaluable adjuncts in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care, when indicated for select cases. However, to categorically opine that it be used for “all” cases? One cannot help question the extent to which this “misguided guideline” is based on documented scientific knowledge as opposed to the self-serving interests of a few “hammers” in search of the proverbial nail. We feel it is the responsibility of organizations representing specialties of dentistry, such as AAOMR, to put forth information which can be assured as verifiably accurate, while steering clear of proclamations which may pose unforeseen risks or harm to others who practice within our dental profession. A small glimmer of hope may be found in the final statement within the opening abstract of the AAOMR paper. “This document will be periodically revised to reflect new evidence.” One can only hope that this process will begin now. Continued on next page “References”

REFERENCES 1. Tyndall, DA, Price, JB, Tetradis, S, Ganz, SD, Hildebolt, C, Scarfe, WC. Position statement of the American Academy of Oral Maxillofacial Radiology on selection criteria for the use of radiology in dental implantology with emphasis on cone beam computed tomography. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Path Oral Radiol 2012;113: 817-826. 2. Tyndall, DA, Brooks, SL. Selection criteria for dental implant site imaging: a position paper of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Path Oral Radiol Endod 2000;89:630-7. 3. Swift, JQ. Cone beam CT standard of care? OMS National Insurance Co., 9th Annual Defense Counsel Seminar, Chicago, IL, July 7, 2010. 4. Smith, CJ. Hype, hucksters and 3-D hoopla: cone beam CT imaging and the standard of care, OMS National Insurance Co., 9th Annual Defense Counsel Seminar, Chicago, IL, July 7, 2010. 5. Curley A, Hatcher, DC. Cone beam CT â€“ anatomic assessment and legal issues: new standards of care. J Calif Dental Assoc 2009;37:653-62. 6. Zinman, E, White, SC, Teradis, S. Legal considerations in the use of cone beam computer tomography imaging, J Calif Dent Assoc, 2010;38(1):49-62. 7. Kokich, VG. Cone-beam computed tomography: have we identified the orthodontic benefits? Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2010;137(4),Supp 1:16. ____________________________________________ Dr. Richard Mufson is editor of the SFDDA newsletter,a diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, in private practice, North Miami Beach, Florida, and can be reached at MufsonOralSurg@aol.com.

____________________________________________ Dr. Michael Ragan is a former dentist and currently a defense attorney, with a Masters of Law concentrating on healthcare, in private practice, McIntosh, Sawran, & Cartaya, PA, Miami, Florida, and may be contacted at MRagan@mspcesq.com.a

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SFDDA Affiliate Officer Installation Events The South Florida District Dental Association’s affiliate societies installed the officers for the 2012-13 year at several dixerunt venues across the district.

& Wollensky on Miami Beach and the South Broward Dental Society invited everyone to brunch at GG's Waterfront Bar & Grill in Hollywood.

Miami Dade Dental Society held their event at the Mayfair Hotel in Coconut Grove. North Dade-Miami Beach Dental Society held thier installation at Smith

All three events were joyous occasions where family and friends gathered to celebrate their accomplishments and congratulate the incoming officers.

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Pictured l-r top row:Edmund Parnes, Beatriz Terry, Jorge Centurion Pablo J Fonseca Alfred Underwood, Jeannette Hall, Mike Rosenberg, Carol Horkowitz, Mark Limosani, Rita Echevarria, Piero Palacios, Herb Salguerio Joaquin Novoa, Irene Marron Orlando Dominguez, Teresa Lozano, Dan Mazor, Nilda Arceo, Danni Sayman; 2nd row: Esteban Leon, Rodrigo Romano, Piero Palacios. Elaine DeRoode, Mark Limosani; Richard Mufson, Zalman Bacheikov, David Vine, Isidoros Mereos, Morton Rosenbluth and guest, Jack and Mrs. Soutar; 3rd Row: Rita Echevarria, Jorge Centurion, Carol Horkowitz, Edy Guerra, Yolanda Marrero, Alan Friedel, Suzanne Freidel, Mike Eggnatz, Marian Eggntaz, Jeff Rothenberg, Joseph Gay, 4th Row:Leonardo Frydman and his wife Nurit, Helena Urrea Feldsberg, and her husband Daniel: Barry Bluth, Helena Urrea-Feldsberg, Kellie Paxton, David Thome and Alan Friedel.

South Florida District Dental Association Officer Installation On Wednesday, June 20, 2012, we gathered at the SFDDA head- guests warming up their vocal chords for a go at karaoke. quarter office in Coral Gables to celebrate and install the 2012-13 officers of the South Florida District Dental Association. Highboy cocktail tables and special lighting turned the office into Betty’s Lounge in honor of President, Dr. Beatriz Terry. The scene was complete with stage and sound system too. When guests arrived, little did they suspect that they would be in the spotlight as the live entertainment for the evening. In the DJ booth and serving as master of ceremonies, Dr. Richard Mufson, aka “Muffy Richardson,” was in on the surprise that had

Before the evening was over most everyone had taken a turn at belting out a few of their favorites songs. Whether solo or ensemble singing, it truly was a night to remember. Congratulations to the 2012-13 officers: Dr Beatriz Terry, President, Dr. Jeannette Peña Hall, President Elect, Dr. Marcos Diaz, Vice President, Dr. Elaine DeRoode, Secretary, Dr. Rodrigo Romano, Treasurer and Dr. Kellie Paxton, Young Member Special thanks to our sponsors: ACE Surgical Supply, Inc. and Dental Financial Partners

Pictured l-r top row: Kellie Paxton, Marcos Diaz; taking the oath of office-Beatriz Terry, Jeannette P. Hall, Marcos Diaz, Elaine DeRoode, Rodrigo Romano, Kellie Paxton. 2nd row: Mark Webman, Cesar Sabates, Alan Friedel, Iris torres Rivera, Beatriz Terry Elaine DeRoode, Alan Friedel, Edy Guerra, Beatriz Terry, Michael Eggnatz: 3rd Row: The DG’s, Beatriz Terry, Richard Mufson, Scott Ross and Michael Rosenberg with Beatriz Terry 4th Row: Dr. Terry and Family, Rodrigo Romano, Rudy Gonzalez, Beatriz Terry, Esteban Leon, Beatriz Terry, Hillary Harrington, 5th Row: Beatriz Terry, Jeannette Hall, Edy Guerra, Jennifer Bluth, Barry Bluth.

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SFDDA Calendar September 3 5 11

Labor Day office closed Steering Committee Meeting NDMBDS Meeting MDDS Meeting 12 SBDS Meeting 16 - 17 Rosh Hashanah 19 Executive Council Meeting 25-26 Yom Kippur

October 2 7 8 9 10 18- 23

NDMBDS Meeting Dentist Day Picnic Columbus Day Office Closed MDDS Meeting SBDS Meeting ADA Annual Session -San Fransisco

November 6 7 13 14 22-23

NDMBDS Meeting Steering Committee MDDS Meeting Executive Council Thanksgiving Holiday Office Closed

Although every effort is made to not alter the calendar, dates are subject to change.

Please Welcome our Newest Members: Andrew M. Brown, DDS Anelys Correa, DMD Erika I. Felix, DMD Elizabeth Gonzalez, DDS Mark A. Limosani, DMD Kiara Miro-Trujillo, DDS

Ana Pesaturo, DDS Alexandre D. Trujillo Gisela Burgos, DDS Hector Cabrera-Roca, DDS Idalia Hernandez, DDS Liliam Rodriguez-Castro, DDS

Join your local affiliate society... At the SFDDA, there are three affiliate societies: North Dade Miami Beach Dental Society, South Broward Dental Society and the Miami Dade Dental Society. Each one is located in an area near your practice or your home, making it easy for you to attend meetings. Call and join one today.

2012-2013 SFDDA Affiliate Societies Miami Dade Dental Society Dr. Rodrigo Romano (305) 403-3682

North Dade - Miami Beach Dental Society Dr. Danni Sayman (305) 604-8876

South Broward Dental Society Dr. Barry Bluth (954) 792-3800

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SFDDA“E-ssue ” Two issues of your SFDDA Newsletter will be coming to you via email! We want to do everything possible to keep your SFDDA Membership dues from increasing. In order to help keep costs down, we offer two issues of the SFDDA Newsletter in an electronic format. You will receive these issues via e-mail. The newsletter will continue to be posted on the SFDDA Website. We are also offering a new advertising opportunity via our email marketing system. From time to time you may receive emails from the SFDDA Marketplace. These emails are from vendors, companies and other institutions who want to reach out to you. Advertisers wishing to use this form of communication will go through an approval process before their advertisement is accepted and sent to you. Hopefully, the savings from going to an electronic newsletter format and the income that the association may receive from email marketing may help to keep your membership dues from increasing in the future. Be sure that we have your email address so you don’t miss an issue! To update your information, send an email to sfdda@sfdda.org. Or call us if you have any questions at (305) 667-3647.

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Congratulations Dr. Jose R. Mellado Dr. Mellado was recently elected as a Director of the American Board of Periodontology. His term of service will begin following the 2012 Annual Meeting and end with the 2018 meeting. It is certainly a great honor to be elected by your peers. We wish you the best in this rewarding experience. Dr. Mellado is a past president of the SFDDA and South Dade Dental Society.

TEMPORARY FABRICATION WORKSHOP Through the year the SFDDA offers a Temporary Fabrication Workshop right at the offices in Coral Gables. With the assistance of Olga Suarez-Moustafa, representative for Denstply, the course is sponsored by Dentsply. They provide all of the materials used in the course which is taught by SFDDA member, Dr. Raul Molina. We thank Dr. Molina, Olga and Denstply.

Pictured above, kneeling, is Dr. Molina on the left and Olga Suarez-Moustafa on the right, with the latest group to complete the Temporary Fabrication workshop and receive their certificates.

Thank you for helping ensure that organized dentistry’s voice will be heard in the Florida Legislature! If you have any questions about Capitol Step Club, please contact the Florida Dental Association Governmental Affairs Office at 800.326.0051,gao@floridadental.org, or 118 E. Jefferson St.Tallahassee, FL 32301

Save the Date! South Florida District Dental Association First Annual Dentist Day Picnic October 7, 2012 Bring the Family For a Fun-Filled Day Chili Cook-Off Domino Tournament Team Activities Entertainment for the Kids Including Bounce House Face Painting Delicious Picnic Foods and Beverages

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Florida Dental Association House of Delegates On June 14, 2012, the components of the FDA met in Orlando, Florida for the June House Of Delegates. Dr. Cesar Sabates presided over his last meeting as President of the Florida Dental Association. To say that we were proud of his efforts and successes on behalf of the dental profession is an understatement. His closing speech captured his year as president, from the highs to the lows and was filled with gratitude for his friends and colleagues for their support. Dr. Sabates presented the FDA’s Service Award to Dr. Paul Benjamin for his leadership and service on the BOT. Dr. Benjamin, who served as our Trustee to the FDA also received the FDA Outgoing Trustee Award. Dr. Tom Ward was presented with a special award for his work on the Access to Care White Paper. Dr. Sabates also presented a special award to Dr. Alan Friedel for his distinguished service. With this being his last term,

Dr. Friedel served as the FDA Speaker of the house for four years. Finally, in recognition of this service as President of the FDA, Dr. Sabates was presented with the FDA Presidents Award by Dr. Larry Nissen. Some might think it is the end of an era considering that some of these award recipients have come to the end of their tenure as volunteers. However, they leave a lasting legacy , the gold standard in what it means to be dedicated and steadfast to the causes of the dental profession and organized dentistry.

For information on resolutions passed at the June 2012 HOD, please visit www.floridadental.org

Pictured l. to r. 1st row: Dr. Cesar Sabates presents awards to Dr. Tom Ward, Dr. Paul Benjamin. Dr. Michael Eggnatz and Dr. Beatriz Terry presenting Dr. Sabates with a special memento of his year. 2nd Row: Dr. Sabates presenting award to Dr. Alan Friedel. Dr. Sabates with Dr. Robert Faiella at SFDDA Breakfast Caucus

Reference Committee hearings: Pictured above in front row: Dr. Esteban Leon, Dr. Rodrigo Romano and Dr. Michael Eggnatz. Pictured right: Dr. Richard Mufson (center) presides over reference committee hearing.

Pictured above, SFDDA Breakfast Caucus l.-r.: Dr. Orlando Dominguez, Dr. Tom Ward, Dr. Esteban Leon, Dr. Rodrigo Romano, Dr. Beatriz Terry, Dr. Jeannette Hall, Dr. Jorge Centurion. Forefront: Dr. Idalia Lastra and Dr, Barry Bluth.

You Can Still Renew Your Tripartite Membership!

Finally…a place to send those diﬃcult patients!

If you have already renewed your tripartite membership, we thank you. You are one of many members who enjoy the many benefits that membership has to offer, including:

yFree Continuing Education on line at www.floridadental.org yPatient Referral through the SFDDA’s www.solidreferral.com yLegislative presence at the state level yFDAS Insurance Programs yAssistance with professional and patient related problems yPeer Review counseling to help you resolve patient disputes and avoiding costly litigation yOn-Line Job Placement and employment services yFacility of Continuing Education ySpecial Priced registration at the Miami Winter Meeting and at the FDA’ s annual FNDC meeting yOpportunity of earning CE credits in community outreach programs yAnswers to questions regarding dental and community-related matters ySupport Services in the form of Disaster Relief Loans and Grants yFull use of ADA resources including practice management, insurance and retirement plans, financial services, legal information and more.

Dr. Harold Menchel limits his private practice to treatment of TMD and orofacial pain in Coral Springs.

TMD Headache Neuropathic pain Sleep disordered breathing (OSA) Dr. Menchel coordinates treatment with restorative dentists, orthodontists, endodontists, and oral surgeons for these complex patients.

Dr. Menchel has been in practice in S. Florida since 1981. He received the majority of his training at the University of Florida Parker Mahan Facial Pain Center under the tutelage of Drs. Mahan and Gremillion from 1992Ǧ 1999. He achieved the prestigious Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain in 2000. Treatment includes: (partial list) Splint therapy, medical management, physical therapy, joint mobilization, diagnostic and therapeutic injections. All referrals will be respected and appreciated. 1720 University Drive, Suite 301, Coral Springs, FL 33071 (954) 345Ǧ2264 website; tmjtherapy.com

If you haven’t renewed your membership, it’s easy to do so, just go to the FDA’s website, floridadental.org and click on “Click Here to Pay Dues” Once you do, you will have several options to help you renew and maintain your membership.

Remember, your membership represents more than just the above benefits; it represents you as a dedicated professional committed to excellence in your field. Questions regarding your membership may be directed to Ms. Jackie Quintero at the SFDDA (305) 667-3647 ext. 13.

Miami Winter Meeting February 1-2, 2013 Save the Date! and Plan on Bringing Everyone. It’s Team Work at its Best! Preliminary Program includes Lyndon Cooper D.D.S., Ph.D.

The 2013 Miami Winter Meeting promises to deliver an excellent program for all attending. All of the programs will offer opportunities for both doctors and their staff to come away with practical put-touse right away knowledge. If you have attended the Miami Winter Meeting in the past, you know how convenient we make it for you. Everything from your food, beverage and parking are included in your registration, even the President’s Reception. The President’s Reception takes place on Friday night and there will be live entertainment, a delicious buffet and an open bar for you to enjoy. It is the perfect ending to a great day. Some of your favorite dental companies will be exhibiting at the expo, and there are always surprises in the expo. Be sure to you save the date on your calendar to attend the 2013 Miami Winter Meeting, February 1-2, 2013 at Jungle Island in Miami.

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Victoria Wallace, CDA, LDA Doing Whitening Right…Happy Patients and with Great Results! Layering Your Way to Success

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Classifieds... OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE GREAT OPPORTUNITY: Seeking established dentist to share space & overhead in, state of the art, general practice office. Turnkey operation located in Emerald Hills area of Hollywood. Call 954-966-6410 MIAMI-PERIODONTIST AND PEDIATRIC DENTIST: For multi specialty situation. Great opportunity. Resume to: miamident@gmail.com GENERAL DENTIST & ORTHODONTIST: Growing dental office offering a PT/FT opportunity to a motivated, bilingual (English / Spanish) General Dentist. PT Orthodontist needed for Miami Dental Office near FIU. Fax CV to (305) 553-9688 or (305)945-7740 or email onestopsmileshop@hotmail.com ESTABLISHED NW BROWARD GENERAL PRACTICE: offering special opportunity for Pediatric Dentist. Experiencing growing demand for pediatric services. Potential for very significant income. Saturday hours planned in addition to midweek. Call Dr. Dina Harris-Rodriguez 954-722-9339 or e-mail resume to dr.dina@yourdentistdrdina.com or fax to 954-722-7399 DENTISTS WANTED-GENERAL, PEDO, ENDO, PERIO, ORTHO, ORAL SURGEONS: FT/PT for quality group practices in Aventura, Coral Springs, Delray, Boynton Beach, Port St Lucie, Ft Pierce & Melbourne. Call Dr. Feingold (561) 6650991 GENERAL DENTIST WANTED: experienced and proficient in veneers, lumineers, CEREC and highly cosmetic procedures for a multi-specialty office. Excellent opportunity in busy Miami Beach office. Send Resume or CV to gq.gordondental@gmail.com GENERAL DENTIST, ENDODONTICS, ORTHODONTICS NEEDED: Kendall-Miami area. Email resume to: kendall@dcare.com ORTHODONTIST WANTED: We are a growing dental group looking for an Orthodontist to join our dental team. Excellent compensation. English/Spanish required. Call Manuel 305.915.2953

FT. LAUDERDALE/PALM BEACH FLORIDA MARKETS: Large group practice seeks experienced, highly-productive General Dentists, Pediatric Specialist & Other Specialists for busy growing General and Multi-Specialty Practices. Gentle Dental Group operates 19 large, well-established practices in Broward/Palm Beach; Beautiful, modern facilities; premium locations; Digital x-rays; Professional management; great staff; Cash, Private, PPO & DMO insurance; Meticulous accounting! Top compensation up to 40%(GD), 45%(Spec). of collections & health / malpractice insurance and CE. www.GentleDentalGroup.com. Call Maddi Kantor, HR Director: 561-999-9650 ext.115; Fax or email CV to 561-526-2576 or mkantor@northwesternmanagement.com. GENERAL DENTIST: Excellent opportunity for associate dentist position available. FT or PT, could lead to partnership. Start working immediately, Homestead/Kendall area, state-of-the-art facility. Please call 305-246-5444 or/ and send resume to 305246-5406, or email to careeropportnities@dcsouthflorida.com WANTED P/T PEDO / ENDO / PERIO/ ORAL SURGEON: For Hollywood General Dentist office. Flexible hours. Call Kim 954-981-4500. PERIODONTIST WANTED: We are a growing dental group looking for a Periodontist to join our dental team. Excellent compensation, Eng/Spanish required. Call Manuel (305) 915-2953. GENERAL DENTIST WANTED: Hialeah, Pembroke Pines or Kendall area, excellent compensation and bonus with guarantee income. Eng/Spanish required. Call Manuel 305.915.2953 GENERAL / SPECIALIST: Ft/Pt Great opportunity for General Dentist / Specialist. Excellent compensation, bonus and partnership positions. Multiple locations in South Florida. Please fax resume to (305) 7701232 or call Kathy (954) 430-2188 or email to haroldhui@aol.com PEDODONTIST WANTED, HIGH GUARANTY: Excellent opportunity for a pedodontist, FTâ€ˆposition available. High guarantee of 180k, could lead to partnership. Start working immediately, South Miami Area. Please send resume to: careeropportunitiesdetnal@gmail.com

SHARE OVERHEAD OR EXPERIENCED ASSOCIATE AND OR START OWN PRACTICE IN SHARED OFFICE: Hollywood dentist looking to bring in another experienced dentist(s). To share overhead expenses in a well established Hollywood Dental Practice. Call Kim (954) 981-4500. DENTAL HEALTH GROUP (DHG), together with GREAT EXPRESSIONS DENTAL CENTERS: is a patient-focused organization that operates over 130 individual practices in 7 states (MI, FL, GA, VA, OH, CT, MA). Our dentists and specialists have the clinical freedom and autonomy enjoyed in a traditional private practice without the additional financial or administrative burdens associated with practice management. When considering a career with DHG, new dental professionals can expect unlimited income, a solid benefits package, a stable patient base, training opportunities, and long-term practice or regional career growth. To learn more please call Todd Gustke at 248-203-1117 or visit us on the web at www.greatexpressions.com

DENTAL PRACTICES FOR SALE: PEDO / PERIO / ENDO DENTAL OFFICE: located in Pembroke Pines, Fl. 330244 ops, 1 Pan Station and complete support backroom and business office. Fully furnished 1200 SF, NO dental equipment included. Frank Espinosa 305-9928829

OFFICE SPACE - SALE OR RENT: OFFICE FOR RENT OR SALE: Fully equipped; 6 chairs; x-rays; built in units; fully furnished waiting room; very visible US1 location: priced right for sale, motivated. Hollywood call Dr. at 305-778-0060 OFFICE: Hi-Tech, fully equipped / digital dental / 5ops office. Ready for patients to be seen. Right on main street & minutes from highway. 4350 Sheridan St. Hollywood, FL 33021 Call Yvonne at 786-5232391.

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Basic Life Support Basic Rescuer CPR Healthcare Providers South Florida District Dental Association – PP#0004 This four(4) hour course meets the requirements of the Florida Dental Pract Act, effective November 1, 1986, which provides mandatory current CPR training for all dentists and hygienists. Course completion offers two (2) years certification. Continuing education credits apply. As part of the CPR training at the Basic Life Support level, this course provides training in the use of either an Automated External Defibrillator or a Defibrillator and Electrocardiograph. Courses for August, September and October 2012

Classes held on Wednesdays on the following dates:

August 22, 2012 - 6pm September 26, 2012 – 6pm October 10, 2012 – 6pm

All classes listed above are at the SFDDA office in Coral Gables. Class size is limited and preͲregistration is required. Theprice is $50 per person. Registrants will be sent driving and parking instructions. Dress code is full length pants and shirts to practice one and twoͲperson CPR with manikins on the floor. Participants must be in good health and able to do strenuous activity. If a disability exists, please notify the SFDDA office and you must speak to the instructor before class starts. Cancellations with 24 hours prior notice of the class will be refunded Ͳ less $10 administration fees. NoͲshows and cancellations with less than a 24 hours notice will not be refunded, but may be rescheduled. No telephone reservations are accepted. Please fill out the form and mail it to the address below or send it by fax if paying by credit card. CPR COURSES ARE TAUGHT BY AHA CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS

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