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SECOND DISTRICT OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DENTAL ASSOCIATION
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November Dinner
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November 19, 2014,
Concordville Inn
Correctional
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Locum Tenens:
Tales from the
Big House
Join your colleagues at our next Meet &
Greet on Wednesday, November 19 at the
Concordville Inn. Stay after the CPR
program, or arrive at 6:00pm to mingle, dine
and hear Dr. G. Ronald Krajack present his
history and experiences in correctional
dentistry, forensics and locum tenens services.
Dr. Krajack maintained a private dental
practice in Carlisle, Pennsylvania for forty
years. In 2010, after leaving his practice, he
contracted with the Federal Correctional
Institute in Allenwood, PA. Dr. Krajack also
provides Locum Tenens services for over 15
area general dentist and specialty practices.
He is a diplomate of the American Academy
of Pain Management, American Board of
Forensic Medicine and American Board of
Forensic Examiners.
NOVEMBER 2014
It’s October and change is in the
air. Just as the fall foliage ushers in
the change of seasons, renewed focus
on member benefits is changing the
direction of our society for the better.
I’m hoping that our general
meeting speakers will be able to offer
members a valuable piece of
knowledge each time. At this year’s
Jamie Wolitarsky, D.D.S.
meetings, we will be having
discussions on employment law,
locum tenens, retirement planning and at the May
meeting, we will be hearing from the ADA’s Chief
Economic Advisor, Marko Vujicic, PhD.
Other changes will focus on maximizing member
benefits. Our Board of Governors will be focused on
disseminating critical practice information to keep members
ahead of regulatory changes. This will be achieved by
placing more information in the Bulletin and by email
when appropriate. Efforts are also underway to increase
the number of casual gatherings for society members.
Changes are occurring at the 2nd District level as
well. Starting in 2016, members will be able to attend all
three days of the Valley Forge Dental Conference at no
cost. This benefit will allow members to obtain 18 CE
Credits for FREE!
It’s an honor to serve as your president. Please feel free
to contact me if you have any suggestions on the future of
our Society.
Best regards,
Jamie Wolitarsky
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Executive Board Meeting
DATE:
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
Dinner and Meeting at 6:30 PM
PLACE:
La Locanda, 4989 West Chester Pike, Edgemont
RSVP:
E-mail Dr. Jamie Wolitarsky: [email protected] or
610-286-5841 by October 30 with your meal choice of
fish, chicken or pasta
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The Dental Society of
Chester County and Delaware County
40 Greenhill Road
Coatesville, PA 19320 • 610-876-5680
www.chesdeldentalsoc.org
OFFICERS 2014–2015
Jamie Wolitarsky, D.D.S..
610-286-5841
[email protected]
President
Dale Scanlon, D.M.D.
610-280-7779
[email protected]
President-Elect
Marie Scott, D.M.D.
610-558-0416
[email protected]
Treasurer
Tamara Brady, D.M.D..
610-280-6835
Recording Secretary
[email protected]
Karin Brian, D.D.S.
610-269-5795
Corresponding Secretary
[email protected]
Steven Sierakowski, D.M.D.
610-558-8283
Bulletin Editor
[email protected]
Richard J. Clark, D.D.S.
610-623-4211
[email protected]
Past President
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
Dr.
Dr.
Dr.
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Dr.
Dr.
Dr.
Dr.
Ronald Bushick
Theresa Devine
Douglas Filidore
G. Joel Funari
Donald Gordon
Samia Hardan
Stephanie McGann
Allen Yang
610-494-5556
610-353-7811
610-459-3644
610-688-6682
484-485-7156
610-692-1808
610-558-0416
610-431-7025
Meet & Greet, Dinner & CE
DATE:
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Cash Bar at 6:00 PM,
Buffet Dinner and Presentation at 6:30 PM
PLACE:
Concordville Inn, Rt. 322 and Rt. 1, Concordville
Deadline to Reserve Space, Thursday, November 13.
IF ATTENDING CPR RE-CERTIFICATION, PLEASE RSVP
USING THE MAIL-IN REGISTRATION FORM IN THIS
NEWSLETTER.
To register, contact Dr. Jamie Wolitarsky, [email protected]
610-286-584. Cost is $40 per member doctor and guests. Payment can be
made in advance or at the door by cash or check. Kindly give 48 hours
notice of cancellation should you request a refund. Thank you.
SECOND DISTRICT OFFICERS & DIRECTORS
Dr.
Dr.
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Linda Himmelberger, President
Tamara Brady, VFDJ Editor
G. Joel Funari, Treasurer
Richard Clark, Director
Jamie Wolitarsky, Director
Bernadette Logan, Director
Ronald Heier, Trustee
610-688-2211
610-280-6835
610-688-6682
610-623-4211
610-286-5841
610-647-1666
610-296-9411
Deadline for January Issue: December 5, 2014
The BULLETIN is published five times a year, September thru May
by the Dental Society of Chester County and Delaware County, 40
Greenhill Road, Coatesville, PA 19320. Subscription is included in
the annual dues.
Articles for publication and correspondence should be sent
directly to Dr. Steven Sierakowski, 1786 Wilmington Pike, Suite
202A, Glen Mills, PA 19342, phone: 610-558-8283, e-mail:
[email protected]
All advertising material and requests for information should be
sent directly to Dr. Steven Sierakowski, 1786 Wilmington Pike, Suite
202A, Glen Mills, PA 19342, phone: 610-558-8283, e-mail:
[email protected].
The Dental Society of Chester County and Delaware County, and
the editorial staff assume no responsibility for articles or opinions
expressed in this publication by its contributors, or for omissions
from such articles, nor does the appearance of advertisements in
the publication imply endorsement by this Society.
Copyright 2014, The Dental Society of
Chester County and Delaware County.
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THE VOLPE RESEARCH CENTER
NEEDS YOUR HELP!!
The Volpe Research Center (VRC), located in
Gaithersburg, MD needs non-carious third
molars for their on-going research projects in the
re-mineralization of enamel. The VRC will
provide direct return mail canisters with the
appropriate solution to preserve the collagen
within the enamel and dentin. If you are
interested in participating, please email at
[email protected] and I will be sure that
your name is added to the list. Be a part of the
next great discovery!!
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MEMBER
UPDATE
DEA Imposes Tighter Regulations on
Hydrocodone Combination Products (HCPs)
On Aug. 22, 2014, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced that
hydrocodone combination products (HCPs), which include opioids such as Vicodin,
Lorcet, Lortab and Norco, will be reclassified as Schedule II substances and subject to
tighter restrictions. HCPs had previously been classified as products under the lessrestrictive Schedule III. The reclassification takes effect Oct. 6, 2014.
According to the DEA, the reclassification will protect public health and safety by
reducing the potential for abuse, dependence and diversion of these highly-addictive
substances while still ensuring that they're available to patients with legitimate medical
need and in ongoing consultation with the health care professional.
HCPs are the most frequently-prescribed drugs in the U.S. More than 137 million
prescriptions for HCPs were written in 2013 and nearly 7 million Americans abuse
controlled-substance prescription medications, including opioid painkillers. The Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that each year more than 27,000
people, 75 per day, die from opioid-related causes. To put this in perspective, more
people – especially those between ages 25 and 64 – die from prescription drug
overdoses than from car accidents.
The ADA has been following this issue since 2012, when the DEA asked the Food and
Drug Administration (FDA) for an advisory opinion about the public health impact of
rescheduling hydrocodone-containing drug products. The ADA and AAOMS
commented at every stage the rescheduling was being considered. Both organizations
even testified before an FDA advisory panel. Find out more at
http://www.ada.org/en/advocacy/advocacy-issues/prescription-drug-abuse. For a list of
Frequently Asked Questions on the HCP reclassification, including how it impacts
practices, prescriptions and patients, please visit ADA's Center for Professional
Success (CPS).
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GKAS Thanks…
We would like to thank,he dentists, hygienists, assistants, and staff
members who donated their expertise and dental supplies to provide dental care
and education for indigent children on Friday, September 26th at Dr. Theresa
Devine’s office in Broomall. The list of volunteer dentists includes Tami Brady,
Theresa Devine, Linda Himmelberger, Billy Klein (o.s.), Bernie Logan, Greta
Richter, and Jonathan Theis.
Drs. Cerasoli & Wenger; Cimino; Koshetar; Melli; Nelson; Pepe; Robbins; Siegal & Cwyk; Smedleys
& Adey; Swenda; and Zalis graciously supported our efforts with their kind gifts!
We are so appreciative of the efforts of Delaware County Councilman, and GKAS Honorary Chair
Mario Civera’s support!
Thanks to your efforts our GKAS Program continues to provide dental care and education to children
who would otherwise not receive this integral component of their health and well-being.
With gratitude,
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Friday, November 7, 2014
Harold Crossley, DDS, MS, PhD – Cambridge MD – Avoid Liability; Know Your Patients’ Medications and Their Impact on Dental
Treatment! Your patients are living longer thanks to their medications but many of the physician-prescribed medications used by your patients have dental implications and side effects affecting your
treatment plan. Some of these medications are the drugs of choice of “doctor shoppers”. And one of these medications is the mo st prescribed medication abused by adolescents. This presentation includes
the indications, contraindications, and side effects of the most commonly prescribed medications. Many of these medications wer e not approved when you took your pharmacology course in dental school .
At the conclusion of this course, the attendees will know: Medications that could adversely interact with dental drugs; Why your patient is taking their medications; What oral side effects may be caused by
these medications; Maximum doses for commonly prescribed pain medications; When not to prescribe NSAIDs; How to manage patients taking some of the newer anticoagulant medications; How to combine analgesics to maximize their effects; Indications and contraindications for opiate analgesics; and Current recommendations for SBE and orthopedic prosthesis prophylaxis. Harold L. Crossley is Professor
Emeritus at the University of Maryland Dental School where he was awarded his D.D.S. degree. The liaison between the classroom and his part-time dental practice produced a practical approach to understanding the pharmacology of drugs used in the dental office. Bring your hygienist to this important Pharmacology update! This course is supported by educational grants from Dodd Dental Lab, Dentsply,
Hayes Handpiece Repair, and PDAIS.
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
Jeffrey P. Okeson, DMD – Lexington KY – “What every dentist needs to know about Temporomandibular Disorders” The management of temporomandibular disorders is a complex problem in dentistry. This complexity arises from the many different disorders that can be present as orofacial pain in the masticatory structures. In order to effectively manage TM disorders the clinician must first be able to differentiate these disorders from other orofacial pain conditions. Emphasis will be placed on diagnosis so that correct therapy will be selected for each
patient. The role of occlusion and joint stability in TMD will be discussed. Appropriate use and fabrication of occlusal applia nces will be presented. This course will benefit all practitioners. Y ou will learn: To
identify those pain disorders that will likely respond to your therapy from those that will not; The relationship between occlusion, bruxism and temporomandibular disorders; The most favorable condylar position for restorative dentistry and why there is so much controversy; and The appropriate use of occlusal appliance therapy. Dr. Okeson is a graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry where
presently he is Professor and Chair of the Department of Oral Health Science and Director of the College's Orofacial Pain Center, which he established. This course is supported by educational grants from
Dodd Dental Lab, Dentsply, and PNC.
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
Brian Nový, DDS, – Loma Linda, CA – “Offensive Dentistry” Let’s face it, sitting through a lecture about dental caries doesn’t sound appealing (in fact it sounds downright
boring). However, the science of clinical cariology is beginning to have an impact on restorative techniques and technology. Handpieces and burs will remove compromised tooth structure, but comprehensive patient care involves addressing the chronic disease that leads to cavitation. Combining the medical management of dise ase along with bioactive restorative materials can take the practice of dentistry to new heights – and give Streptococcus mutans more to fear than stronger fluoride. At the end of this course, participants should be able to: Describe the systemic theory of dental caries; Provide
basic salivary analysis to identify “hidden” risk factors; Control patient caries risk with focused therapeutics; Design restorations to minimize recurrent decay; and Identify restorative materials that create ionic bonds. Dr. Nový is the Director of Practice Improvement at the DentaQuest Institute, and an Assistant Professor of Restorative Dentistry at Loma Linda University. He served on the ADA Council
of Scientific Affairs 2014 and acts as the chairman of the CAMBRA coalition. This course is designed for the entire clinical team. This course is co-sponsored by a major educational grant from GC America
along with grants from Air Techniques, Dodd Dental Lab, Dentsply, Hayes Handpiece Repair and Shofu.
Friday, April 10, 2015
David Hornbrook, DDS – San Diego, CA – “Functional Aesthetic Dentistry” For the past decade, the search for invisible, beautiful dentistry has been the goal of both
the clinician and the manufacturers. Coupled with the public’s quest for ideal aesthetics and a youthful, white smile, as the journey continues, it has also become more difficult. More difficult because our
patients are more demanding for perfection today than ever before and more confusing because of the vast array of new materials and options available to provide this care. Join Dr. David Hornbrook as
he explores our options for aesthetic, metal free dentistry for our patients in applications including smile design, posterior restorative, bridge applications, and full mouth rehabilitation. Discussion will
include: updates of dentinal adhesion; ideal cementation of the new materials using the new resin cements; and addressing the role function plays in our decision making. Objectives and subjects covered will include: Understanding the advantages of the new ceramics ideal for smile designs; The use of lasers to enhance the aesthetic result; Reviewing and evaluating the diagnostic wax up; Learning
how to predictably choose the correct cements for different materials that enhance aesthetics and long term success; and Understanding how we can truly be metal free, even with posterior bridges. This
is a great course for the entire clinical team. Dr. Hornbrook serves on the faculty of many postgraduate university programs in aesthetic or cosmetic dentistry, including those at Baylor University, Tufts
University, SUNY at the University at Buffalo, and UCLA. This course is supported by educational grants from Bisco, Dodd Dental Lab, Dentsply, PNC and PDAIS.
Friday, May 8, 2015
Uche Odiatu, DMD, – Toronto, Canada – “The Wellness Advantage: the Value Added Practice!” Want to add incredible value to your patient experience? There's
an avalanche of evidence demonstrating the link between your patients’ mouth with their lifestyle habits: lack of sleep, shift work, poorly managed stress, overeating & sedentary living. Patients appreciate the dental professional who sees the bigger picture & understands the relationship between the body, mind & mouth. You will gain new appreciation into the miraculous nature of the human body
and to the way every part is connected. • Recognize the destructive inflammatory cascade in your patients. • Discover how visceral fat behaves like an active organ causing havoc throughout the body &
mouth. • Identify 7 key foods & lifestyle habits that contribute to inflammation • Discover new lifestyle questions to add to your new patient exam. We'll go into advanced strategies to create change in
your patients’ daily health practices & maybe yours? Across the board, your patients’ lifestyle cannot be ignored as you work at getting them to optimal health. From sedentary living (Is Sitting the New
Smoking?) to mismanaged stress, you will discover a new way of looking at how chronic inflammation and disease is supported by your well-intentioned patients. Understand why certain patients do not
respond well to your hygiene programs. Spot how stress & disrupted sleep shows up in your patients’ mouth. Implement a new dimension to your overall treatment planning. Develop team building strategies to get your entire office on board focusing on whole body health. Create a circle of influence & develop relationships with allied health professionals & get loads of referrals. Dr. Odiatu is an internationally recognized wellness & performance expert. This practicing dentist from Toronto is also an NSCA certified personal trainer, a holistic lifestyle coach, and a professional member of the American
College of Sports Medicine. Invite the whole dental team for this day of health. This course is supported by educational grants from Dodd Dental Lab, Dentsply, Hayes Handpiece Repair and PNC.
Those taking the full DKU Series will receive both Bonus Courses
Friday, October 24, 2014
BONUS #1: Stanley Malamed, DDS; “Emergency Medicine” at the Valley Forge Casino & Convention Center (Lower Level)
Wed.– Fri., March 4-5-6, 2015
BONUS #2: Members choose one course from the Valley Forge Dental Conference at the Valley Forge Radisson Hotel
All meetings will be held at the Springfield Country Club on Route 320, Springfield, Delaware County, PA, except for the Bonus Courses.
Registration for all courses 8:15 AM. Lecture 9:00 AM – 4:15 PM. Continental breakfast and lunch included for all DKU courses.
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Delco and Chesco Society Members - Entire Series plus both bonus Courses - $695, Individual Courses - $195, 3 Courses - $530, 4 Courses - $615
Other ADA Members - Entire Series plus both bonus Courses - $745 Individual Courses - $210, 3 Courses - $570, 4 Courses - $665
Non-ADA Members - Entire Series plus both bonus Courses - $815, Individual Courses - $225, 3 Courses - $605, 4 Courses - $715
Staff members accompanied by a doctor will be $95 per course per person with reservation at least one week in advance, $110 per course per person at door.
Cancellations and Refund Policy - No refunds will be made without notice of at least one week prior to course date. (A $25 administrative fee will be deducted.)
For information please contact: DKU • c/o Barry Cohen, DMD • 4750 Township Line Rd • Drexel Hill, PA 19026 • 610-449-7002 • [email protected]
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We continue our 107th
07th year of camaraderie and education as
one of the oldest dental societies in the region!
Fall All Day Program: Friday, September 12, 2014
The Buck Hotel, Feasterville, PA
“The Dental Practice Profitability Program” &
“From “Hello” to “How Much”??? Improving Financial and Insurance Related Patient Care Discussions”
Lorraine Guth and Ben Tuinei presents 2 programs in 1! This program is intended for solo and group dentists to help maintain and increase
practice reimbursements for the future. Whether you participate in PPO’s, Delta Premier, or are solely a fee for service practice, this program will
provide you with the critical information you need to be able to make decisions for the future of your practice.
Fall Dine Around: Wednesday, October 8th, 2014
Smith & Wollensky, Philadelphia, PA
HIPAA Compliance – What Does That Mean For My Office
Kip Lynchis the owner and operator of CMIT Solutions in Bucks County that focuses on increasing client’s productivity and profitability by
keeping their computers running efficiently and implementing data security procedures. The goal of his presentation is to provide the most
recent updates in electronic security regulations, implementation within your practices, and help you develop a security action plan.
Spring Dine Around: Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Davio’s, Philadelphia, PA
“Dentistry Induced Repetitive Stress Injuries”
Harriet Levin MSPT: Harriet Levin, MSPT, has more than 16 years of experience as a practicing physical therapist in the Philadelphia area.
She created the Practitioner Wellness Program that is designed for the prevention and treatment of repetitive stress injuries (RSI) commonly
experienced among health care practitioners, especially dentists and oral hygiene professionals. In this program Harriet will review the
myofascial pain cycle, recognize the clinical pattern of dentistry induced repetitive stress injuries, differentiate between modifiable and fixed risk
factors to injury, and review preventive and corrective treatment measures for the working dentist
Spring All Day Program: Friday, May 15th, 2015
The Buck Hotel, Feasterville, PA
“Dentistry 360”
In this “Total Office Training”, Timothy Bigza, D.D.S., Theresa Groody, M.Ed, EFDA, CDA, Marriane Drywer, RDH, M.Ed, and practice
management consultant Amy Kirsch come together for one day at the Buck Hotel together to present and train you and your staff in the latest
techniques and technologies that are driving advancements in dental care and practice development. We invite you, your assistants, hygienists,
and your front desk team to experience this one of a kind course. Each group in your team will experience their own lecture from these experts in
their field. As the doctor, Tim Bigza, D.D.S. will educate you on the clinical and practice management advancements in dentistry.
And at the end... your entire team comes back together to tie everything together. This course format is changing the way study clubs
and dental societies engage their dental teams and advance their practice.
Annual Golf Outing: June, 2015
Philmont Country Club
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Minutes Highlights
BOARD OF GOVERNORS MEETING
May 7, 2014 – Rose Tree Inn, Media
For a full version of the minutes,
please contact [email protected] .
As of this meeting, the current account
balances are as follows: $69,053.38 in
business checking, $17,080.76 in GKAS
checking, and $77,577.51 in money market
savings for a total of $163,711.65. The
bonding insurance has been paid.
Chris Wheeler from the Philadelphia
Phillies will be speaking at the May General
Meeting on May 21, at Springfield CC.
Members present were encouraged to bring a
guest to the meeting.
From 3/8/2014 to 5/1/2014 the answering
service received 26 calls: 3 calls for dental
questions, 1 call for DKU, 3 calls were
looking for a dentist, 1 call was looking to file
a complaint, 16 were sales calls, and 2 calls
were hang ups. We also received a lengthy
email complaint from a patient of a member
dentist about the dentist. That individual was
recommended to remediation services.
The deadline for the September issue of the
Bulletin is August 1, 2014. Dr. Karin Brian
will be working with Dr. Steven Sierakowski
for the first issue to keep the transition as
smooth as possible.
The Annual Past-Presidents Dinner is
scheduled for Tuesday, June 10 at the Towne
House Restaurant, Media. The speaker will
be Dr. Edward Sion, astronomy professor
from Villanova University.
Our spring GKAS event was held on
Monday, April 28 at the office of Dr. Barry
Cohen. 27 children ages 5-20 were treated
with $9,810 worth of dentistry. Honorary
Chair Rep. Mario Civera, a commissioner in
Delaware County, stopped by the event and
showed interest in helping us get Delaware
County children to our Delaware County
events - currently the majority of our patients
are coming from Montgomery County. Dr.
Logan will be meeting personally with Rep.
Civera in June to brainstorm ways to attract
Delaware County children to our Delaware
County events. Thank you cards from
patients seen on April 28 were passed around
the room.
Our next GKAS event day will be held
on September 26, 2014 at the office of Dr.
Theresa Devine in Broomall. Please contact
Dr. Bernie Logan to volunteer for that event.
Solicitation letters will be sent out late in the
summer, once the Chester County, CVIM
event is scheduled.
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The PDA’s NCDHM 3rd grade poster
contest winner is Hannah Hulton from
Octorara Elementary School. Dr. Charlie
Weber (whose granddaughter is in Hannah’s
class) presented Hannah the prize of $250 and
her framed poster during a school assembly.
We also received two referrals for
homebound dentists since the last board
meeting.
Don’t forget the MOM-in–PA event
scheduled on September 12-13, 2014 at the
Allentown, PA Agri-Plex. The goal is to treat
2,000 patients. Both full-day and half-day
shifts are available. Online registration will
begin June 1 at www.mom-n-pa.com.
Another Connect the Dots event was held
on Monday, April 28th at Abington
Hospital. There were fifteen participants
including the hospital’s GP residents.
Another event is scheduled for Wednesday,
May 21st in Philadelphia.
Ideas were discussed for another
International Night for next season. We are
looking for a few members to serve on the
New Dentist Committee for the future.
Please contact Dr. Allen Yang if interested.
The DKU accounts were reviewed. As of
this meeting, there is $33,181.16 in business
checking and $27,577.43 in money market
savings. The net Income as of May 3, 2014 is
$26,289.76. The last DKU course of the
season is May 8, 2014. After bills are paid,
Dr. Cohen expects to send a check
for $10,000 to the Society.
The tentative schedule for the 2014-15
DKU lecture series is as follows: Friday,
November 7, 2014, Dr. Harold Crossley Pharmacology; Wednesday, December 3,
2014, Dr. Jeff Okeson - TMD/occlusion;
Wednesday, January 14, 2015, Dr. Brian Novy
- Conservative Restorative Dentistry; Friday,
April 10, 2015, Dr. David Hornbrook Esthetic Dentistry; and Friday, May 8, 2015,
Dr. Uche Odiatu - Health and Wellness. Look
for the brochure in summer 2014.
DR. DON GORDON PReSeNTeD The PDA
GOveRNMeNT RelATiONS uPDATe:
Assignment of Benefits legislation
PDA is currently lobbying for the
Assignment of Benefits legislation in the PA
House. The bill currently has 9 co-sponsors.
We encourage members to contact their
representatives and encourage them to sign on
as co-sponsors. The legislation will be
introduced by Rep. Karen Boback. (The bill
has been stalled in the Senate, and we are
now looking to get the bill introduced into the
House)
PDA Day on the hill
The deadline to register for Day on the Hill
is May 13. Visit PDA’s website to access all
the information you need to register for the
event. PDA staff will email your team’s
legislative appointment schedule the day
before the event.
DPW issues Guidance for Meaningful use
of electronic health Records
The Medicaid Electronic Health Records
Incentive Payment Program is a federal
program that provides funding to states to
develop and administer Medical Assistance
(MA) provider electronic incentive
programs. States receive a 90/10 percent
match for program administration expenses
and 100 percent match for provider incentive
payments. The program's intent is to
encourage provider adoption, implementation
and meaningful use of electronic health
records. Professionals could be eligible to
receive payments up to $63,750 over a six
year period. In order to assist MA providers
in understanding how to demonstrate
“meaningful use” of the system, the
Department of Public Welfare (DPW) issued
guidance to the provider community.
Providers should contact DPW directly with
questions about this program.
PADPAC update:
From November 1, 2013 to May 6, 2014,
Second District raised $22,537 for PADPAC.
There is an opportunity for a member to
take over as chair of Professional Relations
Committee. Dr. Harold Romesburg is
retiring from the position. Please contact Dr.
Wolitarsky if interested.
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DR. liNDA hiMMelBeRGeR SuMMARizeD The
SeCOND
DiSTRiCT BOARD MeeTiNG:
eveNTS Of The MOST ReCeNT
She read a note from Dr. Weber, thanking
Second District for the donation to his
campaign. Approximately $5000 in unspent
funds was returned to Second District. The
Second District adopted a new Investment
Policy. It also granted a request for funding
for the MOM ‘n’ PA project for $5000. At the
2014 PDA HOD, the bylaws changes were
enacted which dissolved the House of
Delegates, making way for a PDA Annual
Meeting in its stead.
The Lehigh Valley Dental Society has again
reserved the picnic section for an Iron Pigs
baseball game in Allentown on June 6, 2014.
Visit their website at www.lvdental.org to
register for the game.
DR. RONAlD heieR RePORTeD ON The MOST
ReCeNT PDA NeWS AND uPDATeS:
The Pennsylvania Dental Association
redefined its structure in Hershey. The House
of Delegates voted at the Annual Session to
eliminate the House of Delegates. Most
decision making will now rest with the ten
Board members elected from their Trustee
districts. A Council of Presidents has also
been formed which will have the ten District
presidents as voting members and the Local
presidents as ex-officio members. Any future
Constitution or By-laws changes will have to
be approved by a 2/3 positive vote of both the
Trustees and the Council of Presidents.
The Council of Presidents is envisioned as
being the way rank and file members can
bring issues up for discussion with decision
makers. The Council of Presidents via
electronic discussions will be able to share
concerns and bring issues forward to the
Board. The President-elect of the PDA will
preside over the Council of Presidents.
The elected positions of Speaker of the
House and Secretary have been eliminated.
The new Secretary will be elected from
among the Trustees. Future PDA presidents,
Treasurers and ADA Delegates and Alternates
will be elected via online elections and
installed at the annual meeting of the
membership. This meeting will include
continuing education, an opportunity to
address the membership and social activities.
Resolutions were passed that made it be the
PDA position to support the ADA policy on
student loans and that any new member of the
dental team be supervised by a dentist allowed
to practice in Pennsylvania.
Dr. Wade Newman was elected Presidentelect of the PDA. Dr. Heier thanked all those
who so generously supported his candidacy
for the position.
DR. liNDA hiMMelBeRGeR PReSeNTeD The
lATeST ADA NeWS AND uPDATeS:
The following C/D members were
nominated as ADA delegate or alternate: Dr.
Ron Heier (delegate), Dr. Linda
Himmelberger (delegate), Dr. Charlie Weber
(alternate delegate) and Dr. Bernie Logan
(alternate delegate). Second District had 10
members voted to be either delegate or
alternate delegate to the ADA during the PDA
annual session.
The ADA CEBJA (Council on Ethics, By
Laws and Judicial Affairs) will be introducing
several by-laws changes to be voted on at the
ADA Annual Session in San Antonio in
October: Disciplinary procedures will be
removed from the by-laws and replaced with
enabling by laws - the actual disciplinary
procedures will remain the same; changes in
the Election Policy to keep up with the way
information is disseminated in the digital age;
and at the request of the ADA Speaker of the
House, CEBJA is evaluating the definition of
ex-officio.
2016 marks the 150th anniversary of the
ADA Code of Ethics. Stay tuned for a
description of how the ADA will celebrate this
momentous event.
Dr. Robert Brillman will be resigning from
the office of 2nd District Treasurer in June
due to personal family matters. Dr. Joel
Funari has agreed to finish out the term. The
following motion passed unanimously: The
Board of Governors of Chester County and
Delaware County nominate Dr. Joel Funari to
the office of 2nd District Treasurer to fulfill
Dr. Bob Brillman’s unfinished term and also
will be added to the nominating slate which
will be voted on during the 2nd District
annual meeting in October 2014.
The Board members entertained discussion
of subsidizing the dues of new members who
are entering the ADA tri-partite graduated
dues structure in return for volunteering in the
Society. The pros and cons of offering a
discount, including legal implications and if it
is allowable with tri-partite dues at all levels,
as well as other alternative suggestions were
reviewed. The final consensus of the Board
members was to form an active New Dentist
Committee and have them create a survey, or
talk among themselves, and present to the
Board what new dentists find as value in
membership.
The following motion passed unanimously:
To donate $5,000 to the 2014 MOM-n-PA
from the Society’s general funds.
Many of our GKAS volunteer dentists bring
auxiliary staff to volunteer at our events and
there is currently a surplus of money in the
society’s reserve account. The following
motion was presented by the Dental
Practice Committee after the meeting,
voted on via email and passed
unanimously: Resolved that the Dental
Society of Chester County and Delaware
County subsidize the dinner fee for our GKAS
award recipients that attend the 2014 May
general meeting, and allow their staff, who
have also participated in GKAS events, to
attend for a nominal fee of $10 per
person. Projected financial implication $500
(6 award recipients and up to 8 staff
members).
The Board thanked and congratulated Dr.
Dick Clark on stepping up and having a
productive year as president of the Dental
Society of Chester County and Delaware
County.
Links to Patient Education Websites
for Use in your Office!
The following links will connect you to the Ad Council’s Partnership for Healthy Mouths Healthy
Lives, and the ADA’s new education website for patients. Please feature these sites in your office
and share the fun and information with your patients!
http://www.2min2x.org/
NOVEMBER 2014
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http://www.mouthhealthy.org/
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THE DENTAL SOCIETY OF CHESTER COUNTY AND DELAWARE COUNTY
Wednesday, November 5 - Executive Board Meeting, 6:30 PM, La Locanda, Edgemont
RSVP by October 30 to Dr. Jamie Wolitarsky: [email protected] or 610-286-5841
DKU – Friday, November 7 - Springfield CC
Dr. Harold Crossley, “Avoid Liability; Know Your Patient’s Medications and Their Impact on Dental Treatment”
Registration 8:15 AM, Lecture 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
For more information, contact Dr. Barry Cohen, [email protected]
THE DENTAL SOCIETY OF CHESTER COUNTY AND DELAWARE COUNTY
Wednesday, November 19 – Meet & Greet, Dinner and CE – Stay after CPR!
Dr. G. Ronald Krajack, “Correctional Dentistry and Locum Tenens: Tales from the Big House”
Location: Concordville Inn
RSVP by November 13 to Dr. Jamie Wolitarsky: [email protected] or 610-286-5841
DKU – Wednesday, December 3 - Springfield CC
Dr. Jeffrey P. Okeson, “What Every Dentist Needs to Know About Temporomandibular Disorder”
Registration 8:15 AM, Lecture 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
For more information, contact Dr. Barry Cohen, [email protected]
GIVE KIDS A SMILE
Friday, December 5 – CVIM, West Chester
Please contact Dr. Bernadette Logan to participate: 610-408-0997. Volunteers always welcome!
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