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In This Issue

Letter FROM The Editor ....................................2

Eastern Shore MOM ..........................................3

Dentist Well-Being Committee ........................4

Membership Matters .........................................4

Dentist Day 2013 ................................................4

DAC Gives Back .................................................5

Center for Oral Health Studies .........................6

Classifieds ...........................................................7

Dentists Rank High In Gallup PollDentists have moved up to No. 5 in the latest

Gallup poll asking the public to rate professions based on their honesty and ethical standards.

Twenty-two professions were tested in Gallup’s update of the perceived honesty and ethical standards of professions poll released Dec. 3. Survey respondents rated each profession on a five-point honesty and ethical scale ranging from “very high” to “very low.”

Dentists came through with an honesty rating of 62 percent this year—slightly lower than physicians, pharmacists and nurses but tied with their 2006 score. “The honesty ratings of all medical professions are at the highest levels in Gallup’s history, albeit by slim margins,” according to Gallup.

Nurses scored the highest of all the professions tested—with 85 percent of respondents rating the ethics and honesty of nurses as very high or high. Rounding out the top 10 after nurses were pharmacists, physicians, engineers, dentists, police officers, college teachers, clergy, psychiatrists and chiropractors.

The lowest ranked professions were members of Congress (only 10 percent rated their ethics and honesty as very high or high) and car salespeople (8 percent). Results of the poll are based on telephone interviews conducted Nov. 26-29 with a random sampling of 1,015 adults age 18 and older in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

Gallup has conducted this same poll periodically but doesn’t always include dentists as one of the professions tested. FReprinted with permission from the ADA News.

The Charitable and Educational Foundation hopes you had a joyous and healthy holiday season! As the new year begins, we hope you continue to support the C&E Foundation.

When contributing to the Foundation, please know that you are contributing to the overall support of dentists and their families who have fallen upon hard times through our Relief Fund, or to the Mission of Mercy which helps those receive the dental care they so need, but cannot afford.

Your donation may also go to support future dentists, through the Student Scholarship Fund. Alyssa Litkowski and Danielle Waranch (pictured at right), were especially appreciative of your support! Thomia Donley also showed great appreciation for the scholarship you were

The C&E Foundation Makes Possibilities Possible

continued on page 3 Alyssa Litkowski and Danielle Waranch

Dentist Day in

AnnapolisFebruary 20, 2013

% Very High/ % Very Low/ High % Average Low

Nurses 85 12 3

Pharmacists 75 21 3

Medical Doctors 70 26 4

Engineers 70 25 3

Dentists 62 33 4

Police Officers 58 32 10

College Teachers 53 34 10

Clergy 52 33 9

Psychiatrists 41 43 11

Chiropractors 38 46 11

Bankers 28 48 24

Journalists 24 45 30

Business Executives 21 50 27

State Governors 20 48 31

Lawyers 19 42 38

Insurance Salespeople 15 49 36

Senators 14 39 45

HMO Managers 12 52 27

Stockbrokers 11 48 39

Advertising Practitioners 11 50 36

Members of Congress 10 34 54

Car Salespeople 8 43 49

Gallup, Nov. 26-29, 2012

The British Medical Journal (BMJ) has asserted through a number of articles (Noakes, TD. Commentary: Role of hydration in health and exercise, BMJ 2012; 345:e4171; Pitiladis, Y, Beis, L. To drink or not to drink recommendations: The Evidence, BMJ 2012; 345:e4868; Cohen, D. The truth about sports drinks, BMJ 2012; 345:e4737); that use of sports drinks during exercise are NOT supported by evidence and that there is little evidence that dehydration is an important contributor to heat related illness or that fluid losses during competition have an adverse effect on performance.

Attempts by athletes to keep up with fluid losses, or even “stay ahead of thirst,” are counterproductive and potentially dangerous as even a 2% surplus of total body water

Page 2 MSDA Newsletter January 2013

Letter FROM The EditorNon-Nutritive Sweeteners

Tris Kruger, DDS, MS, CNSEDITOR

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can lead to edema, whereas greater increases can lead to hyponatremic encephalopathy and death. But Doug Casa, Ph.D. (Casa, DJ; Stearns, RL; Lopez, RM; et al, influence of hydration on physiological function and performance during trial running in the heat; J Athl Train 2010 Mar-Apr; 45(2): 147-56) felt “the BMJ article did not clearly state that during intense exercise in the heat, hydration can help keep your temperature down.” But again, are sugared sports drinks as easily assimilated during intense exercise, as just plain water?

In a related article on non-Nutritive Sweeteners (NNS); are they as good as we would like to think? In a rigorous review by Mattes and Popkin (NNS consumption in humans: Effects on appetite and food intake and their putative mechanisms. Am J Clin. Nutr. 2009; 89:1-14) it was concluded that “none of the 9 plausible theories of an adverse effect of NNS are currently supported by available evidence” (Christopher Gardener, Ph.D.).

However, using or choosing a food or beverage with a NNS may be healthier but not healthy, ie: “why isn’t water being selected over diet or regular soda?” (Gardener). As stated in the 2012 AHA Scientific Statement (American Heart Association): “The evidence reviewed suggests that when used judiciously, NNS could facilitate reductions in added sugars intake, thereby resulting in decreased total energy and weight loss/weight control and promoting

Acceptable Daily Intake No. Packets to Reach No. Packets in a Sweetener Brand Names Level* (mg/kg bodyweight) Exposure Limit** 12-oz Soda***

Acesulfame-K Sweet One 15 20 ~1

Aspartame Equal 40 68 4-5 Nutra Sweet

Neotame Neotame 2 Not as distributed as consumer product

Saccharin Sweet’N Low 5 9 0.2 (blended with aspartame)

Sucralose Splenda 15 30 ~6

Stevia (as steviol Truvia, PureVia, 4 30 ~2glycosides) Sweet Leaf* Acceptable daily intake represents the amount of a specific substance that can be ingested over a lifetime without an appreciable health risk. Usually represents 1/100 of the maximum level at which no adverse effect was observed in animal experiments.** Amounts are for a 150-lb person. Each packet is equivalent to 2 teaspoonfuls of table sugar.*** Amounts indiated are if 1 sweetener is used, but many products contain more than 1 sweetener.

Reprinted from Clin. Nutr. Insight, Nov. 2012, Gardner, C., PhD

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Five Takeaways From the BMJ Sports Drink Series from Kevin Lomangino, Clinical Nutrition Insight, Sept. 2012

The BMJ takedown of sports drinks timed to coincide with the flurry of marketing surrounding the Olympic games in London, shines a welcome light on the disconnect between the billions in sales these products generate and the limited evidence that supports them. What was missing, however, is an important element of sound evidence-based analysis: perspective from someone who does not share the authors’ interpretation of the data. We tried to add that nuance to Clinical Nutrition Insight’s coverage, especially when it comes to the controversial relationship between hydration and heat illness during intense exercise in hot conditions. But readers should not lose sight of some very important conclusions of the BMJ series that bear repeating:l There is no evidence that an average exerciser benefits from sports drinks as opposed to water.l Thirst is an adequate guide to hydration needs under most circumstances.l Excessive emphasis on hydration may promote hyponatremia, an increasingly prevalent phenomenon at

endurance events with serious and potentially fatal consequences.l Modest dehydration (2-4% loss in body weight) does not seem to be harmful under most conditions and might

actually be beneficial in some competitive situations.l The only people who are likely to benefit from sports drinks are trained athletes during extended endurance

exercise.

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Dr. E. Duston Mersinger, PRESIDENT

Dr. George Shepley, PRESIDENT-ELECT

Dr. Haley Tate, VICE PRESIDENT

Dr. Steven Delgado, VICE PRESIDENT-ELECT

Dr. Richard M. Kelley, SECRETARY

Dr. Thomas a’Becket, TREASURER

Dr. Craig Slotke, SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE

Mr. Frank McLaughlin, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dr. Tris Kruger, EDITOR

Valentia Mundell, MANAGING EDITOR

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Eastern Shore Hosts First Mission of Mercy EventMarch 15-16, 2013

More than 100 million people in the United States are without dental insurance. On the Eastern Shore there are thousands of adults who don’t receive adequate or even basic needed dental care, resulting in a silent epidemic of dental and oral disease. That’s why the Mission of Mercy is so important!

Mission of Mercy is a free adult dental clinic provided by volunteer dental professionals and a volunteer staff of several hundred people.

Try to visualize the typical Mission of Mercy (MOM) patient. Usually the first thing that comes to mind is a homeless person or family, someone on government assistance, unable to get needed dental care for obvious reasons. However, that first mental picture can’t be any further from the truth. The people in need include the average person mingling and socializing among us. They are friends, coworkers, people we interact with on a daily basis. They could be your grandparent, mother, father, sibling or any other relative. With the tough economic times we are in, it could be anyone. It could be you.

This Mission of Mercy event is scheduled for March 15-16, 2013 in Salisbury. This will be the first of its kind on the Eastern Shore and to make it a success, volunteers, both dental and general, are needed.

There are many ways you can volunteer in the Mission of Mercy. We need your energy, your time, your skills and talents:• 100+ volunteer oral health professionals• 200+ lay volunteers • Donations of supplies and food• Financial donations• Support from the Eastern Shore community• Support from Eastern Shore service organizations

For more information, or to sign up to volunteer, please visit us at: www.easternshoremissionofmercy.org F

able to provide her. She did so by speaking at the House of Delegates meeting in Ocean City, to express her gratitude directly.

If you would like to help us continue supporting the dental community, please put a check in the little box next to “Charitable and Educational Foundation” on your dues invoice. If you would like to make a larger donation, you may write in any amount, or you may call us at 410.964.2880.

We hope you had a great holiday, and we thank you for helping others do the same! F

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Baltimore City Dental Society

Ruo-Hsuan Chen, DDS

Baltimore County Dental Association

Thomas Olson, DDS

Howard County Dental Association

Zaneta Hamlin, DDS

Daniel Stewart, DDS

Patuxent Dental Society

Eun Sun Hwang, DDS

Graduate Student

Viraj Patel, DDS

Membership MattersThe following members were approved

for membership with MSDA in December 2012.

www.dentistwellbeing.com

Robert White, LCPCClinical Coordinator

410.328.8549

Robert Miller, DDSChairman410.535.4050

The Dentist Well-Being CommitteeThe Dentist Well-Being Committee is a continuing committee of the MSDA. The Committee assists dentists and their

families who may be experiencing personal problems. The Committee has helped many dentists over the years with problems such as stress, drug dependency, alcoholism, depression, medical problems, infectious diseases, neurological disorders and other illnesses that cause impairment.

Many in our profession are unaware that our committee is not just here to help dentists. Our services are available for all members of the dental team, including dental assistants and radiation technologists, as well as for dental students. Dental hygienists in Maryland have their own Dental Hygienist’s Well-Being Committee, which is available to assist hygienists, assistants, and radiation technologists.

The Committee provides a confidential, non-disciplinary avenue for dental team members to seek appropriate help for problems. Referrals are completely confidential. Any dental staff member who seeks help as a self-referral can be assured that their information will be held in the strictest confidence.

Please come visit our website, www.dentistwellbeing.com. F

Join Your Fellow Dentists in Annapolis & Support Your Profession!

Dentist Day 2013Wednesday, February 20, 2013 | 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Continental Breakfast and Lunch Provided

Calvert House on State Circle, Annapolis, MD

Shuttle service to and from State Lot starting at 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

DIRECTIONS TO STATE LOT: Taylor Avenue entrance (Gate 5) from College Avenue & North Street.

Please Note: You will not be receiving a Dentist Day Brochure in the mail. To register, please use this form, or download a pdf version at www.msda.com.

REGISTRATION FORM

NAME OF REGISTERING DENTIST __________________________________________________________

OFFICE ADDRESS ______________________________________________________________________

COMPONENT _________________________________________________________________________

OFFICE PHONE ________________________________________________________________________

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT __________________________________________________________________

STATE SENATOR ________________________________________________________________________

STATE DELEGATE _______________________________________________________________________

COST: $40.00 (PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO MSDA)

RETURN THIS FORM TO: MSDA “DENTIST DAY,” 6410 DOBBIN RD, ST F, COLUMBIA, MD 21045

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL PETER HOLMES AT 410.964.2880, EXT. 102

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ADA President Dr. Bob Faiella, Dr. Renee Meyer and Dr. Larry Wilder at the ADA Presidential Gala.

ADA Speaker of the House Dr. Tom Soliday and his wife Nita.

Candids taken during the 2012 ADA Annual Session in San Francisco, CA.

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Dentist Day 2013 Help Patients Find You With Find-a-Dentist On ADA.org

ADA.org is better than ever – providing more resources and tools that can directly benefit your practice including the enhanced Find-a-Dentist feature. Nearly 20,000 unique visitors search Find-a-Dentist on ADA.org each month. Potential patients can learn more about your practice, but can only view the information you provide. People turn to the web to help them make decisions. Update your profile and give residents in your community reasons to select you as their new dentist. Find-a-Dentist allows patients to view: l Photo of you l Your office address with map l Office hours l Office contact information, including a link to your practice website l Education and specialty l Languages spoken l Years in practice l If your practice accepts insurance l Types of payment accepted l Your affiliations with any of the nine ADA recognized specialties

Give you and your practice added exposure – it’s free and only available to ADA members. Visit ada.org/memberprofile to manage your profile. F

MSDA’s Spring Meeting

DAC Gives BackSponsored by MSDA Endorsed Vendors

March 21-23, 2013

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$180/night | $150 Registration Fee

Learn, Play, Relax!l 18 Hole Golf Course l Hiking / Biking Trailsl Award Winning Spa l Culinary Demonstrationsl Historical Landmark l Luxury Accommodations

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CENTER FOR ORAL HEALTH STUDIES REGISTRATION FORM Payment must accompany registration form

Confirmation: You will NOT receive a confirmation unless you call and request one.Payment Process: Your payment will not be processed until a few days before the course.Refund & Cancellation Policy: Upon written request of cancellation (at least one week prior to the class date) a refund will be issued less a $25 administrative fee. If you have purchased textbooks, they are non-refundable.Return Check Fee: $25 fee will be charged for all returned checks.PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY

COURSE TITLE: __________________________________________________________________________ DATE OF COURSE: _______________

ADDITIONAL COURSE TITLE: __________________________________________________________________ DATE OF COURSE: _______________

ADDITIONAL COURSE TITLE: __________________________________________________________________ DATE OF COURSE: _______________

NAME: _____________________________________________________________ CREDENTIALS: o DDS o RDH o DA o OFFICE STAFF

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PHONE: WORK: ________________________________ HOME: ______________________________ FAX: ________________________________

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CITY: ____________________________________________________________________ STATE: __________ ZIP: ____________________

AUXILIARY STAFF ONLY: EMPLOYER’S FULL NAME: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

PAYMENT INFORMATION (CHECKS AND VISA/MASTERCARD ONLY): (Auxiliary staff pays the same fee as their employer unless they become a MSDA member for $50 annually)

CHECK AMOUNT ENCLOSED/AMOUNT TO BE CHARGED: $ ______________________________________________________ (Make checks payable to MSDA)

VISA/MASTERCARD ONLY # ____________________________________________________________________ EXP. DATE: _________________Please note that all credit card payments are processed no earlier than one week before the class date.

SIGNATURE: __________________________________________________________ DATE: _______________

Fax (410.964.0583); mail to MSDA, 6410F Dobbin Rd, Columbia, MD 21045-4744. If for some reason the course you have chosen has been cancelled, you will receive a call from the MSDA Staff.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------8 Hour Radiation Safety Update (8 CE Credits)Dates: Wed., January 16, 2013 Wed., February 13, 2013 Wed., March 13, 2013 Wed., April 17, 2013Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMFees: $155 MSDA Member / $255 Non-MemberInstructor: Dr. Ron Holderman, DDS, Ed.D, FAGDLocation: MSDA Classroom, Columbia, MDRefreshments: Breakfast and lunch is served.Description: Satisfies the Maryland 8-hour requirement for recertification for dental assistants. It is an overview of dental radiography for dentists and hygienists desiring to update their skills.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Evolving Role of Soft Tissue (2 CE Credits)

Grafting in Esthetic Dentistry Date: Fri., February 22, 2013 Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AMFees: $50 MSDA Member / $100 Non Member Instructor: Dr. Melanie ChouLocation: MSDA Classroom, Columbia, MDRefreshments: Breakfast will be served.Description: This course covers the use, indications and contra-indications of free gingival, connective tissue and Alloderm® grafts around natural teeth and implants. Discussion will include tissue engineering in optimization of soft tissue architecture for implant site development, surgical implant placement and peri-implant maintenance. A broad spectrum of soft tissue surgical techniques will be presented, including soft tissue augmentation and related periodontal plastic surgical procedures. This course is for dentists who wish to offer soft tissue grafting to their patients and/or enhance their esthetic restorative results.Course Objectives:At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to • Diagnosedifferenttypesofrecession• Performpre-surgicalplanninganddiagnosisofpotentialorexistingsofttissue

defects around implants• Utilize two commonlyused soft tissue andAlloderm®grafting techniques in

clinical practice• Describeindicationsforeachtypeofgraft• Understandthelimitationsofeachtypeofgraft• Describe thepracticalapplicationsof soft tissuemanipulation, incisiondesign

and suturing techniques for predictable soft tissue grafting• Describetheanatomy,biologyandwoundhealingofperi-implanttissues• Recognize,manageandpreventcomplicationsassociatedwithsofttissuegrafting--------------------------------------------------------------------------------What’s Bugging You? What’s New (2 CE Credits)

in Infection Control Date: Fri., April 5, 2013 Fri., May 10, 2013 Time: 8:00 – 10:00 AMFees: $100 MSDA Member / $200 Non Member $75 MSDA Member* / $175 Non Member* (*If taken with another course) Instructor: Dr. Lou DePaolaLocation: MSDA Classroom, Columbia, MDRefreshments: Light Breakfast

Description: A thorough review in principles of respiratory etiquette, to lessen the spread of colds and flu, as well as steps that may be taken to reduce the impact of potential pandemic influenza, such as bird or swine flu. Emphasis will be placed on compliance issues pertaining to the new CDC guidelines and how a practical, cost effective“safeworkplace”canbeachievedintothenextmillennium.ThiscoursefulfillsCDE requirements for infection control and requirements for annual OSHA training.

***ThiscourseisbeingofferedonthesamedayasCPRandPANDA.Ifyouorastaffmember takes one or more of these courses, the fees decrease to $75 per course for a member and $175 per course for a nonmember. ***

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mid Atlantic P.A.N.D.A (2 CE Credits) (Prevent Abuse and Neglect with Dental Awareness) Date: Fri., April 5, 2013 Fri., May 10, 2013 Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PMFees: $100 MSDA Members / $200 Non Members $75 MSDA Members* / $175 Non Members* (*If taken with another course)Instructor: TBDLocation: MSDA Classroom, Columbia, MDRefreshments: Light snacks and beveragesDescription: Designed to educate dentists, hygienists, dental assistants and staff about the problems of child abuse and neglect, domestic violence, elder abuse and neglect and human trafficking. Aims to teach participants how to recognize the indicators or this kind of abuse and inform them of their legal and ethical responsibilities reporting and referring victims. This course satisfies the 2 credit requirement for relicensure. (Requirement begins with those who are renewing their licenses for 2011.)

***ThiscourseisbeingofferedonthesamedayasInfectionControlandCPR.Ifyouor a staff member takes one or more of these courses, the fees decrease to $75 per course for a member and $175 per course for a nonmember. ***

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------CPR Renewal for Healthcare (Relicensure Requirement) Providers Date: Fri., April 5, 2013 Fri., May 10, 2013 Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PMFees: $100 MSDA Member / $200 Non-Member $75 MSDA Member* / $175 Non Member* (*If taken with another course)Instructor: Ms. Kay HickmanLocation: MSDA Classroom, Columbia, MDRefreshments: Light RefreshmentsDescription: Designed for all members of the dental team who need to renew CPR requirements for relicensure.CPR Instructors are affiliates of theAmericanHeart Association (AHA). ***ThiscourseisbeingofferedonthesamedayasInfectionControlandPANDA.Ifyou or a staff member takes one or more of these courses, the fees decrease to $75 per course for a member and $175 per course for a nonmember. ***

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------CNA Risk Management Seminar (4.5 CE Credit) Date: Thurs., May 16, 2013 OR Fri, May 17, 2013 Time: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PMFees: $125 All AttendeesInstructor: TBDLocation: MSDA Classroom, Columbia, MDRefreshments: Breakfast will be served before the course.Description: Designed for all members of the dental team who need to renew CPRrequirementsforrelicensure.CPRInstructorsareaffiliatesoftheAmerican Heart Association (AHA). ***NOTE:Maximumof65attendesperday.***

Dental Assisting Certification CoursesIntroduction to Basic Dental Assisting (Chairside)**Howard Community College Course** (8 Sessions)This is a noncredit course offered by Howard Community College’s Division of Continuing Education & Workforce Development. For more information on the course, please contact Continuing Education at 443.518.1700. For information on registering, please visit http://coned.howardcc.edu/registration_and_payment/How_to_Register.html The students, upon successful completion of the course, will have job entry-level skills as a Dental Assistant and will receive a certificate of completion.

Prerequisites:

1. High School Graduate or Equivalent 2. People Oriented3. Have an Interest in Dentistry! 4. Team PlayerDates: Please contact HCC directlyTime: 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM Fees: $825 Total *AllStudentsarerequiredtopurchasethetextbooksInstructor: Rose Morgan, CDALocation: MSDA Classroom, Columbia, MD

Course Overview:

Week 1 ...History of Dentistry, Dental Anatomy, Dental Laws & Ethics, the

Dental Team, Dental Terminology, and Preventive Dentistry

Week 2 ...OSHA, Infection Control, Disinfection and Sterilization

Week 3 ...Basic Instruments, Equipment and Office Familiarization,

Operative Dentistry and Dental Materials, Dental Specialists

Week 4 ...Alginate Impressions, Identification of Impression Trays

Week 5 ...Clinical Assisting and Four Handed Dentistry

Week 6 ...Lab Session

Week 7 ...HIPAA Regulations, People and Dentistry, Interoffice

Responsibilities

Week 8 ... Job Recruitment Skills and Final ExamThis Course is Also offered By:Pleaseregisterwiththeinstitution.l Carroll Community College: Cust. Service @ 410.386.8100l Chesapeake College: Karen Bailor @ 410-822-5400 ext 704

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Oral Radiography Techniques (36 Hours)Prerequisites:

1. High school graduate or equivalency2. Letter from the employing dentist verifying employment and a commitment to your direct clinical supervision. 3. Must have a working knowledge of basic oral anatomy, basic infection control and basic dental terminology.Dates: 1. February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23 2. March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 29 (Wed), June 3 Time: 6:45 PM –9:45 PM (same time applies for all courses)

Fees: $525 Members / $575 Non-MembersInstructor: Dr. Ron HoldermanLocation: MSDA Classroom, Columbia, MDDescription: PreparesdentalassistantswhoareemployedinadentalofficetositfortheDANBDentalRadiationHealthandSafetyCertificationexam.Allclinicalpractice takes place at the student’s place of employment.

NOTE: Course dates are tentative and can be cancelled if attendance is poor. MSDA will notify you 1 week prior to cancellation.

Please mail or fax the registration form and payment to the MSDA, or register online at www.msda.com. For additional information, contact the

MSDA office at 410-964-2880.l The Maryland State Dental Association is an ADA CERP Continuing Education Recognized Provider. l Auxiliary staff pays the same rate as their employer. If they are not employed, they pay the non- member rate. Auxiliary staff may join MSDA as an “Associate Member” for $50/year and receive member rates.l Auxiliary pays the member fee (dental assistants/hygienist). l Please note our cancellation policy on the Registration Form. l The views of the speakers do not necessarily reflect the views of the Maryland State Dental Association.

License Renewal Guidelines: TheMarylandStateBoardofDentalExaminersnowrequiresthatALL30CEcreditsmustbeobtainedbyDecember31oftheyearPRIORtothelicenseexpiring.Forexample:IfalicenseexpiresonJune30,2008,allCEcreditstoqualifyforrenewalmustbetakenbyDecember31,2007.TheLicenseesmaystillrequest,inwriting,asixmonthextension,butallCEcreditsmustbeobtainedonorbeforetheexpirationdateofthelicense.Questions?CalltheMarylandStateBoardofDentalExaminersat410-402-8501.

Participation Course Policy: InaccordancewiththeAmericanDentalAssociationCERPstandards,enrollmentinparticipationcourseswillbe limited to provide an appropriate instructor/attendee ratio to ensure that close supervision and adequate direct interchange takes place between course participants and instructors.

Financial Support Disclosure Policy: It is policy of the Maryland State Dental Association, in accordance with the American Dental AssociationCERPstandards,todisclosethenameofanyorganizationoragencyprovidingfinancialorothersupport(andthenatureofthesupport) for all courses provided by the MSDA.

Balanced View of All Therapeutic Options: The above presenters and presentations will provide a balance view of all therapeutic options. If trade names of commercial products are used during the presentation those of several companies will be presented rather than the product of a single sponsoring company.

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ASSOCIATE WANTED: Busy Rockville practice seeks FT General Dentist. Position has potential for growth and partnership. Maryland license required. Email resume to: doctorbonding@yahoo.com._______________________________________

ASSOCIATE WANTED: Looking for an associate for a general dentistry practice in central Maine. Great location on a busy road with great visibility. Enjoy clean air and less traffic while being surrounded by everything Maine has to offer. Excellent compen-sation structure, great staff and plenty of patients. Only fee-for-services and PPO payments accepted, no medicare or medicaid. Healthcare plan and flexible spending account available. Mal-practice insurance is covered and there is an allowance for CE. Please email CV to: mainedds@yahoo.com or call: 330.651.2265. _______________________________________

AFTCO IS SEEKING INDIVIDUALS looking for an exciting and rewarding professional career. We need more strong personalities to represent AFTCO in Maryland to assist colleagues in achievning a greater quality of life. If interested, please call: 800.232.3826 or email: careers@aftco.net._______________________________________

ASSOCIATE DENTIST NEEDED: FT/PT in Harford County. Fax resume to: 410.939.9049 or mail to: PO Box 992, Aberdeen, MD 21001._______________________________________

GREATER MARYLAND DENTAL PARTNERS is an established growing multi-discipline group located in Maryland and Virginia. Excellent compensation and benefits package to include 401K match and ownership potential. Email Dr. Gregory Bob at: Gbob@amdpi.com._______________________________________

DENTAL HYGIENIST NEEDED: Busy Rockville practice seeks FT/PT Dental Hygienist. Email resume to: doctorbonding@ yahoo.com._______________________________________

TEMPORARY DENTIST COVERAGE: KEEP EARNING REVENUE while on vacation, pregnancy leave, disability, emergencies/ transitions. AGD Masters over 80 years combined experience willing to serve you. MD/VA. Dr. Laurence Fields: 301.947.3388. Dr. David Frome: 240.994.3284. davkat18@msn.com. _______________________________________

ASSOCIATE DENTIST WANTED: Established practice in Columbia looking for experienced GP to join busy group prac-tice. FT position available January 2013. Applicant must have residency and/or practice experience. Fax CV to: 410.715.1318._______________________________________

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DENTAL OFFICE SPACE FOR SALE: ROCKVILLE-DERWOOD. Turn-key condominiums, 3 operatories, 1 hygiene room, 4th op-eratory roughed-in. Panex, x-ray, digital x-rays. Fully-equipped, supplied and computerized. Sterilizing area, reception room, business office, lab, kitchenette, bathroom. Free parking. Call: 301.762.6832. _______________________________________

SPACE FOR LEASE: ELLICOTT CITY. Opportunity to share space in large dental practice in Ellicott City. Fully-equipped operatory available as needed. Front desk staff and rental options vary. Email: ellicottdds@yahoo.com._______________________________________

PRACTICE FOR SALE: BALTIMORE COUNT Y. State of the Art 8 ops, digital – role reversal. Rev $1M. Call Donna at: 800.988.5674. www.snydergroup.net._______________________________________

PRACTICE FOR SALE: CENTRAL PENN. Well established 5 ops. Rev. $755K. R/E avail. Call Donna at: 800.988.5674. www.snydergroup.net._______________________________________

AFTCO NATIONWIDE PRACTICE OPPORTUNITIES. AFTCO has the largest selection of practice opportuni-ties throughout the United States. For more information log-on to: www.AFTCO.net or call: 800.232.3826._______________________________________

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PRACTICE FOR SALE: ROCKVILLE. Town Center location in large office building. PT practice. 2 ops pl for 3. Owner moving. Digital x-rays. Great location for your first practice. Hundreds of offices and homes nearby. Contact POLCARI ASSOCIATES, LTD. at: 800.544.1297. www.polcariassociates.com.______________________________________

PRACTICE FOR SALE: P.G.COUNTY. Modern, digital, paperless , 4 operatory established practice grossing $500K. Room for 6 ops. In prof. condo park on main highway. Buy or rent condo. Contact POLCARI ASSOCIATES, LTD. at: 800.544.1297. www.polcariassociates.com.______________________________________

PRACTICE FOR SALE: FREDERICK COUNTY COUNTRY PRACTICE. Main street of a small town but not far from Rt 15 and not far from Carroll County. Retiring dentist grossing over $325K with high net income. 3 ops. Only dentist in town. Free-standing office. PRICE REDUCED. Contact POLCARI ASSOCIATES, LTD. at: 800.544.1297. www.polcariassociates.com.______________________________________

PRACTICE FOR SALE: WASHINGTON DC. NW Downtown. 3 ops retiring grossing $350K. Great staff. Great location. Contact POLCARI ASSOCIATES, LTD. at: 800.544.1297. www.polcariassociates.com.______________________________________

PRACTICE FOR SALE: EASTERN SHORE PRACTICES: NEAR THE WATER. Modern total fee-for-service daytime prac-tice grossing $600K. Great practice in a great area. Also INTERIOR EASTERN SHORE, established retiring dentist with 2 offices. Priced to sell. Buy one or both. Contact POLCARI ASSOCIATES, LTD. at: 800.544.1297. www.polcariassociates.com.______________________________________

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PRACTICE FOR SALE: NORTHERN CHARLES COUNTY NEAR PG COUNTY. Free-standing, 6 op, general practice grossing over $1M. Owner will stay PT. Long time staff. Not far from National Harbor and right in the heart of building boom. Contact POLCARI ASSOCIATES, LTD. at: 800.544.1297. www.polcariassociates.com.______________________________________

EQUIPPED OFFICE: ROCKVILLE (MONTROSE RD AREA). Move your practice or strat new at a fraction of the cost. 6 ops. Priced to sell. Contact POLCARI ASSOCIATES, LTD. at: 800.544.1297. www.polcariassociates.com.______________________________________

DENTAL PRACTICES NEEDED: Selling your dental practice? We have qualified buyers looking for dental practices through-out Maryland. No upfront fees! For a FREE consultation, contact Choice Dental Solutions at: june@willowfinancial.com or at: 410.321.9608. www.choicedentalsolutions.com______________________________________

Pathway I• 18 years of age• 3 months (300 hours) full time in clinical setting in dental office• Basic dental assisting course• Must be employed in dental office for direct clinical supervision.Pathway II• Basic dental assisting course prior to Board approved radiology course (18 years of age for Radiology), not to be taken concurrently.• Must be employed in dental office for direct clinical supervision, unless classroom facility offers hands on Clinical.

This Course is Also offered By:Pleaseregisterwiththeinstitution.l Carroll Community College: Ellen Cornelius @ 410.386.8122l Chesapeake College: Karen Bailor @ 410-822-5400 ext 704l Southern Maryland Dental Society: Janice Farber@ 301-345- 4196--------------------------------------------------------------------- Expanded Functions (General Dentistry and/or Orthodontics as permitted by Maryland Law) Prerequisites:

1. High School Graduate or Equivalent2. Letter from the employing dentist verifying employment and commitment to your direct clinical supervision. 3. Experience in a dental office 4. Have a working knowledge of basic oral anatomy, dental terminology and basic infection control.5. Radiation certification preferred, but not mandatoryInstructor: Dr. Ron HoldermanLocation: MSDA Classroom, Columbia, MDDescription: Successful completion of this course prepares the assistant fortheMarylandBoardQualificationExamination(QDA\QOA).Allclinical practice takes place at the student’s place of employment.

Three options are available for this course. Dates and prices for each vary depending on selection.

1. General Dentistry and Orthodontics (16 Sessions, 48 hours) Dates: March 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, April 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 *Thursdays and Fridays Time: 6:45 PM – 9:45 PM Fees: $955 Members / $1005 Non-Members2. General Dentistry Only (Chairside) (12 Sessions, 36 hours)Dates: March 7, 8, 14, 21, 22, 28, April 4, 5, 11, 18, 19, 25 *Thursdays and Fridays Time: 6:45 PM – 9:45 PM Fees: $765 Members / $815 Non-Members3. Orthodontics Only (12 Sessions, 36 hours)Dates: March 7, 14, 15, 21, 28, 29, April 4, 11, 12, 18, 25, 26 *Thursdays and FridaysTime: 6:45 PM – 9:45 PM Fees: $765 Members / $815 Non-Members

l Certificates of Completion will be granted upon successful completion of course. There is a $10 fee for replacement certificates. l

oTher Course loCATions:Pleaseregisterwiththeinstitution.l Carroll Community College: Ellen Cornelius @ 410.386.8122l Chesapeake College: Karen Bailor @ 410.822.5400, ext. 704l SouthernMarylandDentalSociety(CollegePark): Janice Farber @ 301.345.4196 F

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***LISTING OF THE MONTH*** GENERAL PRACTICE FOR SALE: LAUREL, MD. Fantastic Location and Opportunity in Class A condo building! General Practice grossing in excess of $550K. Well-estab-lished practice and great opportunity for Associate dentist looking to go out on their own! Real Estate available too! Motivated Seller! Contact Allen Schiff w/ SCHIFF DENTAL BROKERAGE, LLC for more info at: 410.321.7707 or aschiff@schiffcpa.com. www.schiffdental-brokerage.com._________________________________________

GENERAL PRACTICE FOR SALE: LARGO, MD. General Prac-tice located in Prince George’s County. Unbelievable growth potential for the right Candidate! Contact Allen Schiff w/ SCHIFF DENTAL BROKERAGE, LLC for more info at: 410.321.7707 or aschiff@schiffcpa.com. www.schiffdentalbrokerage.com._________________________________________

GENERAL PRACTICE FOR SALE: TIMONIUM, MD. Grossing $700K! Located in Class A Professional Building just off I-83. New Technology in Practice. 4 ops w/ room for 5. No HMOs. Current owner would prefer transition in 2013. Contact Allen Schiff w/ SCHIFF DENTAL BROKERAGE, LLC for more info at: 410.321.7707 or aschiff@schiffcpa.com. www.schiffdentalbrokerage.com._________________________________________

GENERAL PRACTICE FOR SALE: PIKESVILLE, MD. General Practice located in NW Baltimore grossing in excess of $400K at only 2 days per week. Unbelievable growth potential! C ontact Allen Schiff w/ SCHIFF DENTAL BROKERAGE, LLC for more info at: 410.321.7707 or aschiff@schiffcpa.com. www.schiffdentalbrokerage.com._________________________________________

GENERAL PRACTICE FOR SALE: WALDORF, MD. Established General Practice for sale. Grossing in excess of $550K+, 3 ops in-side approximately 1100sf with additional 900sf adjacent space to expand into for 3 more ops. Hi-Tech practice features digital x-ray, paperless charts & CEREC. Shopping center location. 100% Financing available! Contact Allen Schiff w/ SCHIFF DENTAL BROKER-AGE, LLC for more info at: 410.321.7707 or aschiff@schiffcpa.com. www.schiffdentalbrokerage.com._________________________________________

GENERAL PRACTICE FOR SALE: WALDORF, MD. Grossing in excess of $1.2M! 9 chair practice inside 3600sf free-standing building. Fantastic opportunity to own the practice and the real estate. 100% Practice financing available! Motivated Seller! Contact Allen Schiff w/ SCHIFF DENTAL BROKERAGE, LLC for more info at: 410.321.7707 or aschiff@schiffcpa.com. www.schiffdentalbrokerage.com._________________________________________

GENERAL PRACTICE: FOR SALE: ROCKVILLE, MD. General Practice located in Montgomery County. Unbelievable growth potential for the right Candidate! Contact Allen Schiff w/ SCHIFF DENTAL BROKERAGE, LLC for more info at: 410.321.7707 or aschiff@schiffcpa.com. www.schiffdentalbrokerage.com._________________________________________

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PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY: SEVERNA PARK, MD. Immedi-ate Partnership Opportunity. General Practice located in Anne Arundel County. Unbelievable growth potential for the right Candidate! Contact Allen Schiff w/ SCHIFF DENTAL BROKERAGE, LLC for more info at: 410.321.7707 or aschiff@schiffcpa.com. www.schiffdentalbrokerage.com._________________________________________

PENNSYLVANIA OPPORTUNITY. Immediate Oppor-tunity in PA – General Practice located in Pennsylvania. Unbelievable growth potential for the right Candidate! Contact Allen Schiff w/ SCHIFF DENTAL BROKERAGE, LLC for more info at: 410.321.7707 or aschiff@schiffcpa.com. www.schiffdentalbrokerage.com._________________________________________

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FOR SALE: Two Summit 950SH white orthocarts lightly used, $900/each; Three ADEC 1005 dental chairs including doctor and assistant chairs, $600/each; One Belmont chair, $300. Call: 301.733.1552 (of-fice) or 240.586.2740 (cell)._________________________________________

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