2022 Winter Bulletin

The New Number for WMDDS is

Bulletin WINTER 2022 | VOL. 54, NO. 1

616 916 8559

A Look at Dentist CE Requirements

Greater Calling: Becoming a Global Change Agent

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ABOUT THE COVER

Table of Contents SECTION ONE: RECAP President’s Message: WMDDS Honors Dr. John Vander Kolk.................................................... 3 Editor’s Letter: Bulletin Team Enjoys Winter Wonderland........................................................ 4 Tripartite Update...................................................................................................................... 6

SECTION TWO: NEWS WMDDS Bulletin Wins ICD/AADEJ Award................................................................................ 8 Meet the Delegation: Graham Greenland, DDS, MS................................................................. 9

SECTION THREE: COVER STORY WMDDS congratulates the 2022 Silent Bell Recipient, Dr. John Vander Kolk!

Dr. Vander Kolk epitomizes what the Silent Bell, WMDDS’s Distinguished Service Award, is all about. He will be honored with a small celebration in April arranged by the Distinguished Service Award Committee.

2022 Silent Bell Recipient: Dr. John Vander Kolk...................................................................... 10

SECTION FOUR: OUR COMMUNITY West Michigan District Dental Society Welcomes 103 New Life Members............................... 17 Welcome to West Michigan...................................................................................................... 18 In Memoriam............................................................................................................................ 19

Also in this issue …

SECTION FIVE: CLINICAL CONTENT

Tripartite Update

Tips and Tidbits: A Look at Dentist CE Requirements................................................................ 22 Tips and Tidbits: ADA CE Course Explains New Treatment Model for Children......................... 23

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West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin Wins ICD/AADEJ Award P.8 West Michigan District Dental Society Welcomes 103 New Life Members P.17 In Memoriam

SECTION SIX: GUEST ARTICLE Greater Calling: Becoming a Global Change Agent................................................................... 24

SECTION SEVEN: CLASSIFIED ADS Classified Ads............................................................................................................................ 26

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­Editor Associate Editors

Advertising Editor

Dr. Rachel Sinacola Dr. David Selis Dr. Lauryne Vanderhoof Dr. Daniel Miller Dr. Jeffrey Heinz Elaine Fleming Executive Secretary WMDDS 161 Ottawa Avenue NW Suite 301 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 616-916-8559 efwmdds@aol.com

West Michigan District Dental Society Executive Board 2020-2021 President Dr. Sarah Masterson President-Elect Dr. Jacob Miller Vice President Dr. Brandon Jankowski Secretary-Treasurer Dr. James Papp Immediate Past President Dr. Kathryn Swan Editor Dr. Rachel Sinacola Directors Dr. Anthony Guinn Dr. Thomas Anderson Dr. Travis Mattson Area Representatives Kent County Ionia-Montcalm County Mecosta County Ottawa County

Dr. Rachel Sinacola Dr. Sarah Mahar Dr. Alex Gould Dr. Thomas Anderson

Big Rapids Dental Study Club Officers Area Representative Dr. Alex Gould Holland-Zeeland Dental Society Officers Area Representative Dr. Thomas Anderson Ionia-Montcalm Dental Study Club Officers Area Representative Dr. Sarah Mahar Kent County Dental Society Officers President Dr. Brandon Jankowski Vice President Dr. Rachel Sinacola Secretary Dr. Leonard Bartoszewicz Treasurer Dr. Brad Robinson West Michigan Dental Foundation Officers President Dr. Brent Medema Vice President Dr. Bradley Robinson Secretary Mr. Joseph Hess Treasurer Mr. Tim Van Laan

Mission Statement The Bulletin is the newsletter of the WMDDS and its mission is to inform the membership of upcoming and recent events, state & local issues related to dentistry, and as a forum for its officers, representatives, and members to discuss appropriate topics of interest to the membership.

Communication & Advertising Policy The Bulletin will publish submitted articles from members and others that relate to the practice of dentistry, small business, social, or political issues affecting dentists, or other subjects of interest to the membership. All published items are subject to space restrictions and the community standards of the WMDDS. The editors reserve the right to reject any article or advertisement deemed i­ nappropriate and to edit submissions as they see fit.

Submission & Publication Policy: Articles and advertisements must be submitted no later than the 1st of the month preceding ­publication date. The Bulletin has six publications: the winter issue, spring issue, summer issue, directory issue, fall issue, holiday issue. Direct submissions or c­ orrespondences to: Dr. Rachel Sinacola | 3050 Ivanrest SW, Suite B | Grandville, MI 49418 Email: WMDDSBulletin@gmail.com

ADVERTISERS INDEX The Bulletin wishes to thank our valued advertisers who support organized dentistry by helping to defray the cost of printing and mailing.

Advertising in the Bulletin is seen by over 90% of the dentists in the West Michigan District. This includes five of the fastest growing counties in the state: Kent, Ottawa, Ionia, Montcalm, and Mecosta.

For information on advertising rates, call Elaine Fleming, WMDDS Executive Secretary at 616-916-8559. Target your market—advertise in the Bulletin!

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The Bulletin of the West Michigan Dental Society is published six times a year (the winter issue, spring issue, summer issue, directory issue, fall issue, and holiday issue). The opinions expressed in the Bulletin are not necessarily the opinions of the West Michigan District Dental Society.

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Contributions to the Bulletin are welcome and should be addressed to the Bulletin Editor at WMDDSBulletin@gmail.com.

Requests for purchase of advertising space should be directed to the Advertising Editor, Elaine Fleming, 616-916-8559.

The deadline is the first of the month prior to publication.

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WEST MICHIGAN DISTRICT DENTAL SOCIETY | WINTER ISSUE 2022

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

WMDDS Honors Dr. John Vander Kolk

By Sarah Lennan Masterson, DDS, MS Grandville WMDDS President

The WMDDS is pleased to honor Dr. Vander Kolk this year for the 2022 Silent Bell Award. True to his character, he did not feel deserving of it. He has been patiently waiting for the past two years to receive this award due to COVID-related delays.

I first met Dr. Vander Kolk right at the beginning of the pandemic. It was the first day of Michigan’s mandated shutdown for non-essential dentistry. As an endodontist, my office remained open to treat patients with painful oral infections that we didn’t want to escalate to more serious medical emergencies. It was at this time that masks were nowhere to be found and I was in desperate need to remain open.

Dr. Vander Kolk, having never met me, drove to my house that very

evening to share his supply with me. I was beyond grateful. As a thank you, I donated some dental supplies and materials for his next mission trip.

As much as we wanted to gather for the traditional Silent Bell reception, a rise in COVID cases led us to make the difficult decision to postpone Dr. Vander Kolk’s celebration, and, instead, hold a smaller event on April 21st at the Kent Country Club. Dr. Vander Kolk’s family, closest friends, colleagues, and WMDDS leadership will be in attendance. We thank Dr. Vander Kolk for being such a fine steward to our profession and the dental community at large.

2022-2023 WMDDS CE Program Lineup October 14, 2022 Dr. Lou Graham

January 20, 2023 Dr. David Landwehr

March 24, 2023 Dr. Susan Maples

Watch for more details in the next issue of the Bulletin.

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EDITOR’S LETTER

Bulletin Team Enjoys Winter Wonderland

By Rachel Sinacola, DDS, MS Grand Rapids WMDDS Editor

As the editor of the Bulletin, one of my favorite columns in our publication is “Beyond the Chair.” It is always fun to interview dentists and learn about their hobbies outside of dentistry. In lieu of a typical Editor’s Letter, in this edition, we are featuring the Editorial Policies Committee enjoying the winter season outside of the office!

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EDITOR’S LETTER

Editorial Staff

Support Staff Lauryne Vanderhoof, DDS Editorial Policies Committee Grand Rapids

Jeffrey Heinz, DDS, MSD Editorial Policies Committee Rockford

David Selis, DDS, MS Editorial Policies Committee Grand Rapids

Daniel Miller, DDS Editorial Policies Committee Grand Rapids

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Elaine Fleming WMDDS Executive Secretary Vicki Post Graphic Designer/ Production Andrea Post Proofreader

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TRIPARTITE UPDATE

Your Membership Working for You! Submitted by Lauryne Vanderhoof, DDS, Grand Rapids WMDDS Associate Editor

ADA n Give Kids a Smile, an ADA access-to-care program, turned 20 this year and has helped seven million kids to date! n The ADA advocates for dentists to be included in any decision-making bodies on pandemic preparedness when developing legislation for best practices in response to future public health emergencies. n The ADA urges the National Toxicology Program to review the body of evidence for fluoride before making presumptive hazard statements in forthcoming research reports about fluoride and neurocognitive development. Current draft statements have inconsistent language and data that is not supported by scientific evidence, which could hurt fluoride initiative.

MDA n This year’s Annual Session and House of Delegates will meet in person April 27-30 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. n Candidates for elected positions have been vetted and candidate information can be found on the MDA website. n If you would like to run for an office, trustee, or ADA delegate position, you can self-nominate on the House of Delegate floor on Thursday, April 28th.

Those interested in self-nomination should contact Michele Nichols-Cruz prior to the event for more info. n New state mandated CE requirements go into effect this year. Check out the Tips and Tidbits section for more info. n Check out the new student debt resource section on the MDA webpage. n The MDA has partnered with Stynt, a staffing agency for on-demand temporary and permanent staffing. MDA members get a $50 credit towards their first hire.

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TRIPARTITE UPDATE

WMDDS n New Dentist forum returns to in-person events and have held multiple successful meetings. n The West Michigan District Dental Society has a new phone number.

You can now call or text us at 616-916-8559.

The West Michigan District Dental Society has a new number. You can phone/text us at 616-916-8559.

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Our New Number Is

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WHAT’S NEW IN WEST MICHIGAN

WMDDS Bulletin Wins ICD/AADEJ Award The WMDDS Bulletin has received recognition from the International College of Dentists and American Association of Dental Editors and Journalists for the second year in a row. The Editorial Policies Committee highlighted personal stories and experiences from leaders, such as former ADA president, Dr. Gehani, former MDA presidents, Drs. Gingrich and Meraw, and Dean Laurie McCauley of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, during the COVID pandemic. The article highlighted their honest responses about how the COVID pandemic impacted their organizations, careers, and patient care. Thank you to

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our leaders for their willingness to participate in the interviews that led to the creation of this award-winning article.

Dr. Sinacola accepted the award on behalf of the committee at the virtual award ceremony in February 2022. The Bulletin was not the only component of the Michigan Dental Association to be recognized: Dr. Michelle Dzuirgot, Editor of the Macomb County publication, also accepted an award on behalf of their publication.

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MEET THE DELEGATION In this section, we will introduce delegates and alternate delegates of the House of Delegates who represent WMDDS. This will provide members the opportunity to learn about the dentists representing them and for the delegation to share their stories and some business from the House.

WMDDS in the MDA House Graham Greenland, DDS, MS, Grand Rapids What school did you attend for your undergraduate and dental education?

University of Detroit Mercy–McNichols Campus—biochemistry major (2010) University of Detroit Mercy–School of Dentistry—DDS (2015) Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education—MS in Biomedical Sciences & Advanced Prosthodontics/Dental Oncology (2020) The University of Texas–MD Anderson Cancer Center—Fellowship— Maxillofacial Prosthetics & Oral Oncology (2021)

how we practice. It is important for us to be represented during these facilitated discussions to protect our profession, our patients, and our future.

Where is your favorite place to visit in West Michigan/Michigan?

Trail hiking around the Sleeping Bear Dunes and West Michigan parks, including South Manitou Island.

Where is your practice location?

1179 East Paris Avenue SE, Suite #100, Grand Rapids

What is your favorite part about serving on the House of Delegates?

The ability to represent our community and colleagues during discussions of current events and policy writing, which directly affects our practice and autonomy. We affect change through our participation, so it is my goal that any changes are positive for all of us.

What motivated you to get involved in organized dentistry?

As care providers, community leaders, and business owners, we take on a large responsibility. Organized dentistry allows us to promote health policy, education, and care, initiatives which directly impacts where and WEST MICHIGAN DISTRICT DENTAL SOCIETY | WINTER ISSUE 2022

Graham Greenland, DDS, MS, earned his dental degree from the University of Detroit Mercy-School of Dentistry and his MS in Biomedical Sciences & Advanced Prosthodontics/ Dental Oncology from the Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education. When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Palaszek enjoys photography, repairing fountain pens and collecting fountain pen inks, and building PCs for friends and family.

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COVER STORY / 2022 SILENT BELL RECIPIENT

John K. Vander Kolk, DDS A Role Model for Service Aside from all the fun and activities John participated in, he also worked. His strong work ethic is apparent as he held a wide variety of jobs. He began his first job at age twelve as a blueberry picker and salesman. Other jobs included working in sales for a hardware and lumber store, working as a camp counselor in Montana, a landscaper, and a restaurant manager.

John cites two individuals as role models. The first is Ken Thomasma, a teacher, outdoorsman, writer, and adventurer. The second is his father as a man of faith who loved God, people, and his work. The apple has not fallen far from that tree.

The West Michigan District Dental Society’s highest award is the Distinguished Service Award. This award, also known as the “Silent Bell,” is given to recognize contributions to organized dentistry. These contributions include service to dental professionals, patients, and the community. Dr. John K. Vander Kolk is this year’s Silent Bell recipient.

John was born at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the middle son of Dr. Anno Vander Kolk and Claire Monsma. John and his brothers Craig and David grew up in Grand Rapids. His father was a practicing dentist, and his mother was a teacher, professional singer, interior designer, and real estate agent. Their house was full of love and music. John vividly remembers how his father loved dentistry and how his mother sang in church.

Family and faith defined John’s life as he grew up.

The Golden Rule was at the core of lessons passed on to John from his parents.

As a child, John’s life was full of activities. John describes his childhood interests as “everything water,” which included boating, swimming, surfing, sailing, and lifeguarding. John wasn’t just a water lover. He enjoyed just about any outdoor activity: hiking, backpacking, camping, and mountain climbing.

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As a young undergraduate, John attended Hope College for four years.

He sang in the touring choir, carrying on his mother’s love of musical performance. John’s dental school years followed his time at Hope.

He was awarded his DDS degree from the University of Michigan.

John met Rosemary (Rosa) D’Agostino at Mott Children’s Hospital. He was doing a mini-residency in anesthesia, and Rosa was working as a surgical scrub. Their first several meetings were during surgeries.

John describes those moments where all the two could see of their future spouses were “each others’ eyes.” On January 3rd, 1986, they were married during a small ceremony with only parents and siblings in attendance. As newlyweds, John and Rosa both worked for the University of Michigan. John was an instructor in the dental school, and Rosa worked in the hospital. It is very revealing of their close relationship that John describes Rosa in the most glowing of terms, “admiring the spirit of God in her.”

Their first home was in Alger Heights. This home was across the street from where John’s parents lived when he was born. John and WEST MICHIGAN DISTRICT DENTAL SOCIETY | WINTER ISSUE 2022

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Rosa are blessed with four children: Patrick, Anthony, Nick, and Gina. They also have three daughters-inlaw, Mallory, Sherri, and Anneri, married in respective order to their sons. Four additional family blessings are their grandchildren, Luka, Elias, Kai, and Roan.

John readily shares multiple events have had a hand in shaping John’s family life. The faith journey the Vander Kolks have been on is a cornerstone of their family life. They enjoy travelling to do international mission work. The mission work continues today. They have also disconnected from cable TV. No television has been part of their lives for the past 25 years. Their family time is spent talking, reading, and playing games, strengthening their love and an already strong family bond. John notes that leaving private practice also helped mold his family life.

John’s dental career began in Ann Arbor, where he taught in the University of Michigan prosthetics department half time. The other half of his early dental career was spent as an associate dentist: first with Dr. Barbara Weir in Dexter and then with Dr. Kevin Sloan in Ann Arbor. His work consisted of seven-day work-weeks so that he could cover family bills. John and Rosa then moved to Grand Rapids, where he began his solo practice career in a building owned by his father. He practiced next door to his father’s practice in Alger Heights until he outgrew his space.

He spent three years practicing in Breton Village until Dr. Tim Gietzen asked him to merge with Drs. Cook, Milanowski, and Gietzen and join them in practice. In 2004, the partners built a new office on Forest Hill. In 2005, John sold his practice to his partners as he and Rosa felt God was leading them on a new path away from private practice. The international experiences they had helped clarify their direction.

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Initially, John and Rosa had planned on moving to North Africa to live and work. That door closed, but another door opened. John was asked

by Health Intervention Services to start a dental program dedicated to providing care for people who were falling through the gaps in our social safety net.

This meaningful work continued for eight and a half years. In 2014, John began ramping up short-term international work and began working for Michigan Community Dental Clinics. While working in the Big Rapids MCDC, John cared for those patients covered by Medicaid.

2016 brought about another change in John’s dental practice career. He rejoined Partners In Dental Care to care for the patients of a dentist who was leaving. The partners acknowledge and support John’s vision to balance work in Grand Rapids and international service.

Faith has led to clarity of purpose for John. He believes that we can make a difference in communities around the world. Making a difference that is immediate, kind, and long-lasting has always been John’s calling. The positive effects of his life work are found not simply in our local community but also in our world community. They exceed dentistry and are found in everyday compassion and service.

John Vander Kolk represents the epitome of what the WMDDS Distinguished Service Award is all about. His dedication to service makes him deserving of the Silent Bell.

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COVER STORY / 2022 SILENT BELL RECIPIENT

John K. Vander Kolk, DDS – CURRICULUM VITAE Dental One: Associate Dentist, 1986–1988 Dr. Kevin Sloan, Prosthodontist: Associate Dentist, 1986–1987 University of Michigan School of Dentistry: Clinical Instructor, 1985–1986 Kwangju Christian Hospital, Kwangju, Korea: Instructor & Clinician, 1983

Professional Activities Education Caring for People God’s Way: Christian counseling course, 2005 Force, International: Training in orthodontics, 1995 University of Michigan; Mott Children’s Hospital: Mini-residency in anesthesiology, 1985 University of Michigan, School of Dentistry: Doctor of Dental Surgery, licensed in Michigan, 1985 Hope College: Bachelor of Arts in science and chemistry, certified in elementary education, licensed to teach in Michigan, 1978 Grandville High School: High school diploma, 1974 During College Years: Member of Phi Alpha Kappa Fraternity.

Very active in student government, volunteerism, sports, and music.

Employment Partners in Dental Care: Dentist, 2016–Present Spectrum Health Hospitals: Clinical Advisor in Dental Initiatives, 2014–Present Michigan Community Dental Clinics: Dentist, 2014–2016 Health Intervention Services, non-profit: Dental Director, 2005–2014 Cook, Milanowski, Gietzen & Vander Kolk, DDS, PC., DBA Partners in Dental Care: Full Partner – Owner, 1994–2005 John K. Vander Kolk, DDS: Private Practice – Owner, 1987–1994 Physicians Insurance Company of America: Consultant, 1991–1998 Biotec Dental Manufacturing: Consultant, 1989–1997 Dr. Roger Erbaugh: Associate Dentist, 1987–1988 12

Local Oral Health Coalition: Leadership West Michigan District Dental Society: Immediate Past President: 1996–1997; President: 1995–1996; Vice-President: 1995; Secretary/Treasurer: 1991–1995 Adult Dental Services, A United Way Agency: Member, Committee Chairman WMDDS Membership Committee: Member Young Dentist Forum: Member, Committee Chairman Nominating Committee: Member, Committee Chairman West Michigan Dental Foundation: Member, Campaign Committee Kent County Dental Society: Member 1995 Fluoride Commemorative Symposium “50 Years of Fluoridation”: Planning and Local Arrangements West Michigan Steering Committee: Member Group Dental of West Michigan: Board Member State Michigan Dental Association Special Committee on Access to Care: Member, 2008–Present Annual Session: General Chairman, 1997 Annual Session: Co-Chairman, 1996 MDA House: Delegation Chairman, 1996 Annual Session: Chairman of Exhibits & Local Arrangements, 1991–1997 Committee on Rules & Order: Chairman, 1994 MDA Presidential Campaign for Dr. Arnold Baker: Campaign Chairman, 1993–1994 MDA House: Delegate, 1992–1996 MDA House: Alternate Delegate, 1991 Michigan Oral Health Coalition: Member WEST MICHIGAN DISTRICT DENTAL SOCIETY | WINTER ISSUE 2022

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MDA Special Committee for the Young Professional: Member MDA Membership Committee: Member Core Group for Interaction with Dental Students from U of M and U of M-D for many years.

National American Dental Association: Member 1995 MDA Delegation to ADA: Alternate Delegate ADA Young Dentist Conference: Local & State Representative Peer Recognition Michigan Dental Association Public Service Award, Presented at the 2010 MDA House of Delegates, 2010 Elected to Fellowship in the Pierre Fauchard Academy: an International Honor Dental Organization, 1996 Dental Anesthesiology Award, 1985 Audience Award, Table Clinics Operative Dentistry Award Table Clinics & Speaking Engagements Multiple interviews including YouTube videos, 2005–2011 WGVU, Grand Rapids “Ask the Dentist” (Television interview call-in show), 1995 Introduced candidate Dr. Arnold Baker at meetings throughout the state, 1994 MDA House of Delegates, nominating speech: Dr. Arnold Baker for President-Elect U of M Table Clinic, “I.V. Conscious Sedation in the Dental Practice” U of M Table Clinic. “Fabrication of a Swing Lock Maxillary Denture in a Malignant Melanoma Patient: A Case Report.” Earned the Audience Award 1984 Lecture at U of M Dental School, “Dentistry in Korea,” 1983 Many other presentations on television, radio, and print.

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Community Service Activities Church Involvement at Crossroads Bible Church in Grand Rapids, MI, and Mars Hill Bible Church in Grandville, MI (Elder) Donated dental services through a volunteer program run by the state, participant dentist.

Health Intervention Services, Medical Committee Adult Dental Services Program, A United Way Agency: Volunteer work with the poor “Help Saturday,” volunteer dental services each year through my practice: Pro-bono work for indigent persons.

Member, West Michigan Interactive Science Center Board, Children’s Hands-On Museum Project Homeless Connect: Led the initiative to offer dental care at this event Humanitarian work/serving orphans

Personal Born: September 28, 1956, in Grand Rapids, Michigan Parents: Dr. Anno M. Vander Kolk, dentist (retired); Claire Monsma, realtor, designer, and teacher (retired).

Spouse: Rosa D’Agostino, married in 1986, B.S. in business, associate’s degree in surgical technology Children: Patrick (Malory), Anthony (Sherri), Nick (Anneri), Gina Rose

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COVER STORY / 2022 SILENT BELL RECIPIENT

Silent Bell Past Recipients Otto Lee Ricker, D.D.S., M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1981

Henry J. Milanowski, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2005

Willard B. Ver Meulen, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1981

John J. Stepanovich, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2006

Clifford T. Nelson, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1982

Lonny E. Zietz, D.D.S., M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2007

William M. Creason, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1983

Michael H. (Reggie) VanderVeen, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2008

Vernor H. Eman, D.D.S., M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1984

William A. Avery, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2009

Julius Franks, Jr., D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1985

William F. Rocker, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2009

Henry L. Homan, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1986

Robert F. O’Brien, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2010

Ray E. Stevens, Jr., D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1987

Marilyn J. Stolberg, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2010

Orren A. Bolt, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1988

John D. Bouws, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2011

Robert F. Streelman, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1989

Paul F. Korte, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2012

Gerald L. Vander Wall, D.D.S., M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1990

Chase Klinesteker, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2013

David H. Seibold, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1991

Tom Sommerdyke, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2013

Donald G. Hallas, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1992

Christopher J. Smiley, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2014

Robert E. Reagan, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1993

Donald French, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2015

John R. Cook, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1994

Colette Rumann Smiley, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2016

Eugene L. Bonofiglo, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1995

Scott J. Hodges, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2017

Lawrence R. Marcotte, D.D.S., M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1996

Norman V. Palm, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2018

Laurence J. Jensen, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1997

Steven M. Dater, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2019

Harry H. Luton, D.D.S., M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1997

W. Erick Rupprecht, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2020

Robert W. Browne, D.D.S., M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1998 Harold O. Steele II, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1998 Lawrence J. Manning, D.D.S., M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1999 Arnold Baker, D.D.S., M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2000 Robert D. Mitus, Jr., D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2000 Robert W. Klinesteker, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2001 Timothy H. Gietzen, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2002 James L. Wieland, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2003 Charles R. Caldwell, D.D.S., M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2004 WEST MICHIGAN DISTRICT DENTAL SOCIETY | WINTER ISSUE 2022

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West Michigan District Dental Society Welcomes 103 New Life Members At the MDA, ADA, and local levels, life membership is awarded to members who have 30 consecutive years of membership or 40 years total of membership. There are two categories of ADA and MDA life membership: active (working) and retired. Active Life Members are recognized for their continued membership and commitment to organized dentistry. Fully Retired Life Members do not pay dues.

This change in membership structure brings 103 new Life Members into the WMDDS! Be sure to congratulate these colleagues for this accomplishment. Also, be on the lookout for the WMDDS to make proposed changes in its Constitution and Bylaws to follow the same changes made by the ADA (2020) and MDA (2021).

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OUR COMMUNITY / WELCOME TO WEST MICHIGAN

Baron Grutter DDS, Rockford After practicing in Kansas City, Missouri (his wife’s hometown) for ten years, Dr. Grutter and his family have relocated to his hometown of Rockford, Michigan. Dr. Grutter purchased his practice from Dr. David Fischer, whom he admires for being highly detailed and an excellent clinician. A self-proclaimed “Digital Dental Dork,” Dr. Grutter shares his love of new dental technologies on professional social media channels and his website: BaronGrutterDDS.com Undergraduate: Graceland University, Lamoni, Iowa Dental: University of Missouri – Kansas City Q: Who is your hero?

A: My dad. He has accomplished so much in life, including earning the love and respect of his colleagues. He is a loving father who has done everything to provide his family with every advantage possible.

Q: If you could be a contestant on any game show, which one would it be?

A: Without any hesitation, Survivor. I’ve always been a fan.

Q: Do you have children?

A: Bowen (10), Nella (8), and Corwin (4).

Our kids are amazing and bring so much joy to our lives. Nella has brought a great respect for life and all that we’ve been gifted with. Her fight with Type 1 Spinal Muscular Atrophy has not been an easy one, but she has blessed so many around her with a deep appreciation for life. Her brothers love their sissy dearly and see her no differently, just as someone to be loved in a different way.

Eman Salameh, DDS, Grand Rapids Welcome to West Michigan, Dr. Salameh! Dr. Salameh purchased Dr. Laura Fogle’s orthodontic practice in the Walker area of Grand Rapids. She is originally from Metro Detroit and her husband is from Holland, but they have decided the “West Side is the Best Side” and are happy to settle down here with their young son, Jude Alexander.

Undergraduate: University of Michigan, Dearborn Dental School: University of Detroit Mercy Residency: Montefiore Medical Center, New York City, Orthodontics Q: Do you have any hobbies?

A: I love spinning on my Peloton bike, kickboxing, yoga, hiking, travelling and trying new foods!

Q: Who is your hero?

A: My mom. She is the most hard-working woman I know, and she truly dedicated her life to my siblings and me.

Q: What’s your go-to karaoke song?

A: “Don’t Stop Believin” by Journey Q: What would you do if you won the lottery?

A: I would have an Oprah moment and say: “You get braces!

You get braces! Everyone gets braces!”

Q: Favorite snow day activity?

A: Sledding and drinking hot cocoa.

Q: Favorite snow day activity?

A: Sledding with my kids is a favorite.

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IN MEMORIAM The West Michigan District Dental Society was saddened by the passing of our colleagues:

Dr. Robert Browne January 8, 2022

Dr. Gerald Vander Wall February 24, 2022 Those wishing to make a memorial donation to the West Michigan District Dental Society should contact Elaine Fleming at the WMDDS office at 616.916.8559, or checks may be sent made payable to: West Michigan District Dental Society | 161 Ottawa Avenue NW, Suite 301 | Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503

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Miles of Smiles (MOS) is in Need of Volunteer Dentists!

Miles of Smiles (MOS) is in need of volunteer dentists!

This is a great way to serve the community while earning CE credits towards your professional license renewal! The MOS mobile unit provides on-site

This is a great way to serve community earning CEinsured credits your professional licen preventative and restorative dental servicesthe for financially qualifyingwhile uninsured and Medicaid Ottawatowards County Residents.

Why Volunteer with Miles of Smiles?

1. Typical are 8:45am–3:30pm with a one-hour lunch.preventative and restorative dental services for financially qua The MOShours mobile unit provides on-site 2. We offer 1 CE perinsured 2 hours worked. and Medicaid Ottawa County Residents.

3. We are a fully equipped dental office on wheels. Come check it out!

4. We will work around our volunteers’ schedule to accommodate their availability.

Why Volunteer with Miles of Smiles?

Contact Information

Miller hours are 8:45am—3:30pm with a 1 hour lunch.

1. LuAnn Typical Email – lmiller@miottawa.org 616-393-5694 2. Phone We –offer 1 CE per 2 hours worked!

3. We are a fully equipped dental office on wheels! Come check it out!

4. We will work around our volunteers’ schedule to accommodate their availability.

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CLINICAL CONTENT

A Look at Dentist CE Requirements The following is a check-off list for 2022 CE requirements:

NEW

n Three hours pain management. n Three hours of implicit bias training (in-person or live webinar). Effective for all license renewals after June 1, 2022.

CE REQUIREMENTS IN 2022

n One hour in dental ethics and jurisprudence with inclusion of delegation of duties to allied dental personnel.

Effective for all license renewals AFTER April 26, 2022. n One hour in infection control, which must include sterilization of hand pieces, personal protective equipment, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s infection control guidelines.

Effective for all license renewals AFTER April 26, 2022. n A one-time, one-hour course in human trafficking recognition

3 hours of implicit bias training (in-person or live webinar). Effective for all license renewals after June 1, 2022.

1 hour in dental ethics and jurisprudence with inclusion of delegation of duties to allied dental personnel. Effective for all license renewals after April 26, 2022.

1 hour in infection control, which must include sterilization of hand pieces, personal protective equipment, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s infection control guidelines.

Effective for all license renewals after April 26, 2022.

n CPR: In addition to CE credits, dentists must also always carry a current Basic Life Support CPR card. n Opioid Training: The state of Michigan also requires a one-time training in opioid awareness to renew your state-controlled substance license.

Controlled substance licensees must complete a 1-time training in opioids and controlled substance awareness. Effective for all license renewals in 2022.

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ADA CE Course Explains New Treatment Model for Children The ADA CE Online website is offering a new interactive continuing education course, “Highchair Dental Care: A Revolutionary Practice Model for Infants and Toddlers,” that teaches dental professionals an alternate way to treat children beginning as early as eight months of age, while at the same time providing oral health, dental, and diet education for parents and caregivers.

“The highchair provides the safety and security needed to conduct the proper infant oral exam,” Dr. Booker said. “It affords the infant their first dental examination in a conducive atmosphere that is familiar to them, which a traditional dental chair cannot. Strategies that engage a child's natural inclination to open their mouth to laugh or eat is a part of the course instruction.”

The presenter is pediatric dentist, Dr. Winifred J. Booker, president-elect of the Maryland State Dental Association and past president of the Society of American Indian Dentists and the Maryland Dental Society, a local component of the National Dental Association.

She continued, “By placing the baby in a highchair, they are comfortable and usually willing to open wide for their first oral examination, dental cleaning, and/or fluoride application. This practice model is a childfriendly approach to patient care that works well with most infants.”

In 2014, Booker developed Highchair Dental Care and has incorporated it as the way in which she offers treatment and caregiver guidance for 1- and 2-year-old patients.

The member price for this course is $279 (non-members pay $329).

Full details of this and other ADA CE offerings are available at ADA.org/education/continuing-education.

One of the insights that Dr. Booker offers is the utilization of a familiar household device that is largely missing from dental settings: the highchair.

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GUEST ARTICLE

Greater Calling: Becoming a Global Change Agent learn more about the importance of dental hygiene, good nutrition, and overall healthy lifestyle choices.

Submitted by Orion T. Netsanet Partnership Development Representative, Greater Calling

Introduction We all want to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. We want to work with passion and purpose to make the world better—a greater calling. The question may be, “Why can’t this be done through your workplace today?” Greater Calling believes it can.

Greater Calling has over 25 years of experience in alleviating poverty in impoverished communities. Our data-driven model of community transformation is tailored and replicable.

Our unique community-to-community model connects dentistry professionals in the U.S. with some of the most vulnerable communities worldwide, including Ethiopia, Guatemala, Kenya, Russia, and Uganda.

Through oral health and hygiene programs, leadership academies, water projects, educational support, women empowerment, and grief and trauma counseling—your dental office can make an impact.

Many children who receive dental care have previously avoided dental clinics for various reasons, waiting until their pain is unbearable before seeking out care to. Children’s teeth are severely neglected and develop complications by the time they are seen. Most children who are orphaned only come to receive dental care once they require extensive treatment.

Your partnership with Greater Calling can support the oral health and hygiene of vulnerable children and orphans in Russia.

Global Leadership Academy Uganda is the youngest country in the world, with 50% of its population under the age of 14 years old. This young population averages 5.8 births per female and many families live in child-headed households.

These events, along with an HIV epidemic, claimed the lives of entire older generations, leaving younger generations with little guidance and mentorship. The Leadership Academy, along with development programs and vocational training centers, were designed to serve and train young people (ages 15-30) and community leaders with skills and practices that enable them to become transformative and service-oriented leaders within their community. Our objective is to

You become part of a community of leaders known as a Global Change Agents—someone who unlocks their human potential through corporate social responsibility while using their business to make the world a better place.

Global Dental Programs Currently, there are two (2) dental programs partnered in Russia located in the Kostroma and the Vladimir regions. Dentists at each clinic provide dental care to orphans on a weekly basis two times a week, six hours a day. Youth beneficiaries receive care for chipped and damaged teeth, cavity fillings, and plaque removal. They are also empowered and 24

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provide participants with residential leadership training, facilitated by indigenous leaders from other institutions, to empower young people and community leaders in the region.

The Leadership Academy course occurs in three phases and over the span of two to three years. On average, close to 100 individuals apply to this well-respected program, of which 40 participants are accepted per quarter.

By investing in the Leadership Academy, you equip the youth of Uganda, Ethiopia, and Guatemala as emerging leaders with skills that promote community transformation, stewardship, and active community leadership. Your partnership supports youth leaders to bring change to their communities and countries and toward better, stronger futures.

Global Change Agent Greater Calling believes in meaningful and lasting relationships between your organization and the community you are partnered with.

Becoming a Global Change Agent gives your organization a vehicle for making a global impact, provides your employees with opportunities to engage in purposeful work, and transforms communities worldwide.

We help identify projects and needs that you and your office can partner with. In addition to receiving updates and progress reports, we also encourage traveling to your partnered community to see first-hand the impact and long-term development your partnership brings.

Join other dental professionals to serve vulnerable children and at-risk youth worldwide.

Visit www.greatercalling.com or contact Orion T. Netsanet at onetsanet@greatercalling.com | (719) 413-8674 for more information.

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CLASSIFIED ADS

The classified ad rate is $10.00 up to and including 30 words; additional words 15¢ each. Space permitting, WMDDS members may place ads free of charge as a membership service. Ads should be submitted in writing and sent with payment to Elaine Fleming, WMDDS, 301 Waters Building, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Telephone numbers and hyphenations count as two words, abbreviations count as one word. Ads received after the first of the month prior to publication may appear in the following issue.

Grand Rapids Northwest Side Dental Office Space for Lease – Approximately 1030 square feet with three treatment rooms, lab, front desk and furnished reception room.

Two of the rooms are equipped with dental chairs, x-ray heads, handpieces, curing light, instruments and intraoral camera. The third room could easily be plumbed for another treatment operatory. Although some of the equipment is dated, this could be an ideal opportunity for a specialist, satellite office, or a recent graduate who wants to start a practice without taking on a lot of financial burden.

Please contact me at drdon2015@aol.com Are you someone who really cares about your patients and you always want them to have the very best care? Maybe you’re getting tired of working so many days or the stress of dealing with business ownership and just want to slow down, but the need to care for your patients keeps you going? My name is Dr. Adam Piotrowski and I have a family owned dental practice in Grand Rapids for which I am looking to add more patients and doctors to our expansive space. We are always going to be a family owned business and excellent patient care is our first priority.

If you would like to decrease the amount of stress related to running a dental practice and you would be open to transitioning yourself and your practice into our state of the art facility so you can continue to ensure the absolute best care for your patients without the burden of ownership, then I would like to speak with you. You’ve worked too hard building your family business to let it go for less that you deserve. We are open to mergers and acquisitions of all types including working together or a complete purchase and walk away. I look forward to speaking with you.

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Thank you and God Bless. Please respond if interested to doctor@pfdgr.com.

Seeking Associate Dentist in SE Grand Rapids – We are an incredible team-driven, patient focused dental practice looking for a great, outgoing, fast learning Associate Dentist to join us in becoming Grand Rapids’ premier oral health facility. At Precision Family Dental we value our team above all else and we are looking for a fabulous associate who is a team player, wants to take great care of their patients, and have some fun. We are looking for someone with a minimum 2 yrs experience or GPR/AEGD and who is excited about technology and learning, but open to all applicants. Looking for someone who is interested in finding a great home where they can grow their skills as they prepare to take over their own practice or become an owner in this one. This will be a 3 to 4 days/week position with an occasional evening or Saturday to help support the needs of our community. If interested please respond with CV to Doctor@pfdgr.com.

The Holland Free Health Clinic is in need of volunteer health providers for our dental program. Our waiting list for services has grown substantially during the COVID-19 pandemic closure. We are in desperate need of volunteer dental hygienists.

As you know, hygienists are essential because they evaluate patient dental concerns, provide prophylaxis, educate patients regarding their oral health, and take x-rays that providers use to evaluate clients. The services hygienists provide help us give more concise care to our clients. We also welcome all other licensed professionals interested in donating their time. Whether it is to provide extractions,

restorations, prosthodontics, or to assist— your services are always needed. HFHC is committed to accommodating volunteers’ availability any day and time. This is a great way to serve the community and earn CE credits for professional license renewal.

If you or any of your colleagues are interested, please visit our website (hfhclinic.org/volunteer) to submit a volunteer application today or contact the Dental Program Coordinator, Kaitlyn Meiste at 616.392.3601, ext. 206 or kmeiste@hfhclinic.org.

Southeast Grand Rapids – Long established general dental practice looking for a person to transition from associate to equal partner to owner. Excellent reputation and service in the community for more than 36 years. This 7 operatory office is state-of-the-art and fully digital, including digital x-rays and Panorex.

Highly trained, experienced staff who are very pleasant and wonderful to work with. Please submit your resumé to doc@drpeterzwier.com.

Southeast Dental Practice for Sale – 3-1/2 day private practice with month to month lease available. Amenable to slow transition or complete buy out. Flexible regarding transition time. Please respond to mhwdentist@gmail.com.

Baxter Dental Clinic – located within the Baxter Community Center, is looking for dentists to cover a 4-hour shift on an occasional Wednesday afternoon. It could be a once-a-month shift or one time per year opportunity to give back! We are closed June, July, and August. This is a volunteer position and we offer 2 hours of Continuing Education Credit for the 4-hour shift. Baxter Dental

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serves a community that is under/uninsured and your help would be providing our patients with basic dental care– exams, fillings and simple extractions. Please respond to twyla@baxtercommunitycenter.org if interested or if you’d like more information.

Knapp’s Corner Area Fully Built-Out Dental Suite Ready for Equipment – Modern high-tech, 2950 usable SF, main floor dental space; 1750 Grand Ridge Court Professional Building. All plumbing complete for three private ops, 3-4 modular spaces, sterilization, lab, business, team lounge and doctor office with shower. $250K value dental build-out is complete with newer carpet.

Plumbed for air, vacuum, nitrous, water, electric, Cat5, modular phones, HVAC, security system and overhead video. Heated building entrance walk, monument signage, ample parking. In-suite natural gas, water and heat included in rent, beautiful finishes and lots of natural lighting. Conveniently located off the East Beltline east of Meijer at Knapp’s Corner.

Modified Gross lease $18.50/SF (300SF common space). Contact Jason Makowski at 616.575.7034 or jasonm@naiwwm.com.

General Practice in Byron Center, MI – We are a busy 3 dentist office with wonderful staff and patients. We utilize Eaglesoft, digital x-rays as well as digital impressions and in-house fabricated clear aligners. Our senior dentist will be retiring and we are seeking someone to replace him. Position is for 2 days a week. Ideal candidate would have a minimum of two years experience and be available to occasionally work 1-2 extra days per week to cover vacations and absences for continuing education.

Compensation based on production. If you

feel you would be a good fit for our practice please contact us at sjs-dds@sbcglobal.net.

A wonderful opportunity for the right person.

Dental Office Condominium for Sale – in Allendale, MI near Grand Rapids, located across from Grand Valley State University.

1,500 SF, 5 operatories with a 6th plumbed and ready. Generous waiting room, receptionist area, two private offices, private bathroom, kitchenette, etc. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Listed for $249,900. Contact Rod Alderink at NAI Wisinski at 616-242-1104 or roda@naiwwm.com Rockstar Associate Dentist – Are you looking for the next step in your career? Have you always wanted to join a practice where they are passionate about dentistry, invest in their team, consider their co-workers family, and genuinely care about each other’s happiness, wellbeing, and success?

Bander Dental Group does exactly that!

We are looking for an associate dentist for two to three days per week, with the opportunity for full-time in the future. Our ideal candidate will: • Be excited about dentistry and passionate about helping people and making an impact in their community.

• Be hungry to grow professionally and personally, proficient in most aspects of general dentistry and have skills/interests in specialty areas.

• Have a positive, energetic, can-do attitude.

• Be highly motivated and goal oriented.

• Have empathy, integrity, and team loyalty.

• Have one plus years of experience.

This is an exciting and fulfilling opportunity to join our busy, fast-paced, state-of-the-art

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dental practice. Bander Dental Group is a well-established office in southeast Grand Rapids, Mich. We provide a comprehensive range of services, focusing on dental health and overall wellness through risk assessment and prevention. The office is fully digital including CBCT and intraoral scanners.

Our compensation package is extremely competitive and earning potential is highlevel. Please submit your cover letter and resume to drsam@banderdentalgroup.com.

Big Rapids Dental Practice for Sale – Great practice in a growing community and a need for someone to take in new patients.

Currently 5 ops, 1,000+ active patients, average collections approximately $550,000.

Real Estate also available. Please contact Chris Webb at 616.446.7622 or chris.webb@klassolutions.com.

3-Midwest Tradition High Speed Handpieces for Sale – New, never used, still in original sealed boxes. Original price was $855.00. Looking for $550.00 a piece. Call or text Dr. Todd Gillan, 616.745.2752.

Ottawa County Department of Public Health-Miles of Smiles – is seeking a contractual dentist 2-4 days per MONTH to work on our “Brand New” 40-foot dental mobile unit. This is a paid contractual position. Please email resume to LuAnne Miller at lmiller@miottawa.org or call if you have any questions: 616-393-5694. Check out our website @ www.miottawa.org/dental.

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ANNUAL GOLF OUTING FRIDAY, AUGUST 5, 2022 The Meadows on the Allendale Campus of Grand Valley State University 9:00 am shotgun start Watch for more information about the golf outing in future issues of the WMDDS Bulletin.

Questions? Contact Elaine Fleming at 616.916.8559 | efwmdds@aol.com Mission Statement: An organization dedicated to the improvement of oral health through the financial support of education and service programs to address the needs identified by the dental profession and the communities it serves in Kent, Ottawa, Ionia, Mecosta and Montcalm counties.

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