NDA JOURNAL Spring 25 Volume 27, Issue 1 Official Magazine of the Nevada Dental Association and Component Societies A Peer Reviewed Journal
SPRING 25 NDA JOURNAL Editor’s Message Daniel L. Orr II, DDS, MS (anesth), PhD, JD, MD 2 Featured Articles Is The Papoose Board a Device of the Past? 4 In the Tiger’s Mouth: A History of Veterinary Medicine, Part 3 of 4 5 Reports NDA Executive Director Marianna Kacyra 8 NNDS Executive Director Lori Benvin 11 SNDS Update 12 Sections Event Calendars 13 Administrative Offices & NDA Committees 14 Nevada Dental Association 600 E. William Street, Ste 202 Carson City, NV 89701 PH 775-558-9404 FAX 702-255-3302 EMAIL info@nvda.org WEB www.nvda.org NDA Journal is published four times each year by the Nevada Dental Association and state component societies. All views expressed herein are published on the authority of the writer under whose name they appear and are not to be regarded as views of the publishers. We reserve the right to reduce, revise, or reject any manuscript submitted for publication. Materials: All articles, letters to the editor, photos, etc. should be sent to Daniel L. Orr II, DDS, via email to EditorNDA@nvda.org. All chapter and committee reports and business communications should be sent to Marianna Kacyra, Executive Director, Nevada Dental Association, 600 E. William Street, #202, Carson City, NV 89701. Ph: 775-558-9404. Materials may be reproduced with written permission. Subscription: Members receive each publication as a membership benefit paid by membership dues. Non-members may subscribe to the Nevada Dental Association Journal for $50 annually. Advertising Policy: All advertising appearing in the NDA Journal and other Nevada dental publications must comply with the advertising standards of the Nevada Dental Association and its component societies. The publication of an advertisement is not to be construed as an endorsement or approval by the publishers of the product or service being offered in the advertisement unless the advertisement specifically includes an authorized statement that such approval or endorsement has been granted. The publishers further reserve the right to cancel any and all contractual advertising agreements should an advertiser be engaged in litigation concerning their product or service, or should the product or service be in conflict with the standards of the NDA or its component societies. Advertising rates and specifications are available upon request. Contact, Kara Mortl, Big Red M, at 248-250-3655 or email kara@bigredm.com. Mailing: Send address changes to: 600 E. William Street, #202, Carson City, NV 89701. © 2025 Nevada Dental Association Editor Daniel L. Orr II, DDS, MS (anesth), PhD, JD, MD EditorNDA@nvda.org Publisher Big Red M www.bigredm.com Design: Shelby Bigelow NDA JOURNAL
NDA Journal 2 Dr. Orr practices Anesthesiology and OMS in Las Vegas, is an Adjunct Professor (Surgery) at UNLV SM and Touro University SM (Jurisprudence), Professor Emeritus at UNLV SDM, and a member of the CA Bar and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Editor’s Message Daniel L. Orr II, DDS, MS (anesth), PhD, JD, MD EditorNDA@nvda.org NDAJ Exclusive Restricted Endorsements Earlier this year I fielded a call from a dentist asking me what I thought about refunding a patient’s paid fees. I shared that my practice has always had a philosophy that if a patient was dissatisfied for any reason, a refund was a reasonable option. Over my four decades practice, the average is possibly about one refund per decade, enough to remember each one. I also recall a handful of refunds offered which the patients immediately refused; occasionally patients just want to vent a bit, and things were not really that bad. My questioning colleague was also advised that in my opinion the refund should probably be issued in the form of a check, certainly not cash. In reality, a check is a written contract, and this contract should have a restricted endorsement. Some may be asking what a restricted endorsement is, even though everyone has already used them when writing checks. Checks can be unrestricted, for instance a “blank check” which is issued as an obligation to pay a certain amount to any bearer of the check. A restrictive endorsement places a limitation on the use of a check or other negotiable financial instrument. So, when one enters the name of an individual or entity on the “pay to the order of” line, the check is already restricted to the named beneficiary or payee. Further, placing “for deposit only” or “for deposit to ________ only” on the reverse side of the check further restricts the instrument. Businesses do that on a daily basis when sending their received payments to the bank. This is not necessary if one, generally very unwisely in my opinion, and perhaps a good topic to visit later, accepts automatic electronic deposit. However, the specific advice I was proffering was more nuanced. In exchange for a refund for dental services, or any other services actually, the issuer can obligate the recipient legally by offering dollars to end any controversy. Situations are singular, but in general a recipient can indicate voluntary acceptance for ending the controversy forever by cashing the check after agreeing in writing, by signing the check contract, as the payee to accept the dollars and the limitation, essentially acknowledging the instrument is not an “unrestricted blank check.” After the payee line, the obverse memo line is the second place to enter the parameters of the restricted covenant. Something straightforward such as: “Restricted endorsement, negotiation of this check constitutes agreement to...” If the matter cannot be satisfactorily described on the obverse, it can be continued on the reverse side, a third place to restrict the check, adjacent to the endorsement. This is where one typically places “for deposit only,” etc. In reality, a check is a written contract, and this contract should have a restricted endorsement. Some may be asking what a restricted endorsement is, even though everyone has already used them when writing checks.
Spring 25 www.nvda.org 3 Editor’s Message peripheral to the check recipient’s signature. In this case, the patient would acknowledge and agree to some wording such as: “Cashing this check confirms that my request for and acceptance of this refund is in exchange for my binding agreement that any claims related to my treatment (date, _______) are null.” There are some additional considerations if one chooses to use a restricted endorsement. 1. One should seek legal advice from a licensed attorney in the practice’s state. 2. The restricted endorsement treatment plan should be consented to by one’s liability insurance carrier. 3. Refunds are not awards, judgements, settlements, etc., which all introduce multiple other legal concepts into the equation. 4. Generally, refunds should be made to the specific payor, which can include relatives, third party entities, charities, etc., which may not be the patient. Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners considerations: NAC 631.275 1. (i): A decision of a licensed dentist to refund payments made by a patient for clinical work that is not performed or is performed incorrectly. Note: The refunds addressed herein are not necessarily for work “not performed” or “performed incorrectly.” It would be judicious to document if that is the case. Also, this section is part of a list that has to do with: “Activities which constitute exercise of authority or control over clinical practice.” NRS Considerations: NRS 690B.250: Practitioners of the healing arts: Reports to licensing boards. 1. Each insurer…shall report to the board which licensed the practitioner within 45 days each settlement or award made or judgment rendered by reason of a claim, if the settlement, award or judgment is for more than $5,000, giving the name of the claimant and the practitioner and the circumstances of the case. Note: Better to keep the dollars to less than $5,000.00 to avoid the possibility of a required Board report. National Practitioner Data Bank considerations: A refund made by an individual out of personal funds should not be reported to the NPDB (see American Dental Association vs Shalala 1993). However, if the practitioner’s malpractice insurer reimburses the practitioner for her out-of-pocket expenses, the insurer must report the payment.1 So, restricted endorsement is just another option for NDA Members to consider. Remember these thoughts are not necessarily reflective of the NDA or Nevada legalities. Consult your licensed attorneys if there are any questions. Fight On! 0 Reference 1. National Practitioner Data Bank, https://www.npdb.hrsa.gov/guidebook/ EMMPRQA8.jsp, accessed 13 OCT 2023.
NDA Journal 4 Is The Papoose Board a Device of the Past? With significantly improved access to office and surgery center-based outpatient general anesthesia, one may wonder if pediatric dentists still use the papoose board. With gentle parenting and attachment parenting as the most popular norms of parenting styles for the millennial generation; does restraining the child in a device seem appropriate or not? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry lists protective stabilization as one of the advanced behavior guidance techniques available to dentists, along with sedation and general anesthesia. For patients unable or unwilling to cooperate, an approach tailored to the needs of the patient and desires of the parent is indicated. Stabilization can be active or passive. Active stabilization involves restriction of movement by another person. Passive immobilization utilizes a device such as the papoose board. Socio-economic status, geographic location, and ethnic/cultural influences may affect parental preference and acceptance. In my practice of pediatric dentistry, protective stabilization is sometimes offered as an option if I have full confidence that the treatment can be accomplished within 10–15 minutes. This window includes administration of local anesthesia and the amount of time that is needed to wait for anesthesia to take full effect. Our role during the consent process is to explain the risks and benefits. If restorative needs are minimal, delaying the treatment with silver diamine fluoride, interim therapeutic restoration, and postponing the procedure until the child is more mature are all options for some children. For those with more extensive needs, are in pain, or at risk for developing an infection, sedation and general anesthesia should be offered as alternative or supplemental modalities for behavior management. In our Roseman AEGD clinics, I have used the papoose board three times in the past few months. The first patient was a six-year-old boy who had severe calculus build-up on his primary teeth. He was non-verbal, overweight, and had a significant cognitive disorder. An ultrasonic scaler was used to completely remove his calculus under while immobilized. The second child was a sevenyear-old oncology patient on active chemotherapy who had interproximal lesions into dentin on two primary molars. No-prep stainless-steel crowns placed without local anesthesia were the recommended restorative treatment. The third patient was a two-year-old with a cleft palate who needed a single tooth extraction of a symptomatic hypoplastic incisor that was worn down to the gingival margin. For all three of these patients, my clinical assessment weighed the risk of sedation and general anesthesia higher than their benefits. Our team successfully kept the total length of immobilization time to under 15 minutes and all the parents were satisfied with the treatment rendered. Despite the amount of energy and effort spent; the procedures were carried out in ways that were predictable, safe, and efficient. More important than anything else, it made me happy as a pediatric dentist to have the opportunity to offer and support my patient families with guidance and treatment that were appropriate for their children’s clinical and medical presentations. 0 Alice P. Chen, DMD, FAAPD Featured Article Alice P. Chen, DMD, FAAPD Associate Professor, Roseman University of Health Sciences Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Fellow, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry achen@roseman.edu
Spring 25 www.nvda.org 5 Dr. Tina Brandon Abbatangelo is an associate professor in-residence at the University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine. She is a graduate of the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. She has earned an MS in public health and is continuing studies in Dental Public Health at UNLV School of Dental Medicine. She is a volunteer secretary for the Peter Emily International Veterinary Dental Foundation (PEIVDF) and the author of the children’s book Animal Dentistry Adventures with Dr. Tabby, Animal Dentist Extraordinaire. Tina Brandon Abbatangelo, DDS In the Tiger’s Mouth: A History of Veterinary Medicine, Part 3 of 4 Abstract The discipline of dentistry includes most animals that have a masticatory system and have experienced contact and interaction with humans. This article provides an illuminating account of the historical development of animal dentistry, as well as outlining the future direction of the specialty. Animal dentistry has undergone a complex evolution, with pioneers in the field guiding the way for both dentists and veterinarians. It has transitioned from being a source of financial dependence through equine dentistry to include the dental care of household pets. Through the examination of several animal dentistry cases, we will uncover both the commonalities and distinctions. Animal dentistry is an essential specialty in veterinary medicine that is experiencing growth both economically and in its integrative approach to treating the entire body and its systems. » Featured Article
NDA Journal 6 Exotic Animal Dentistry and PEIVDF Historically, humans have been fascinated with exotic animals. Having the rarest and most unique animals provides shock value for exotic pet owners. Lamentably, the exotic pet trade involves unfortunate acts of taking animals from their natural habitats for private ownership, entertainment, bragging possessions, or killing for medicinal purposes. However, there are long-term negative effects. The exotic pet trade, a multi-billion-dollar industry, has been a consistent global problem, not only to an animal’s well-being but also for loss of species. Every year over 30,000 species are lost due to this inhumane business.1 The black-market industry not only endangers the lives of animals, but it endangers communities and ecosystems. A dog or cat will no longer suffice for a household pet. People want more. In 2008, The Captive Wild Animal Protection Coalition estimated that over 17 million birds, 3,000 great apes, over 15,000 large exotic cats, and more than eight million reptiles had joined the group of household pets.2 Over 200 million exotic animals were legally imported into the United States to meet the exotic pet trade demand. There are now more tigers in American backyards than in the wild.3 There was also high activity in the black market simultaneously, with over $10 billion per year in profits.4 This includes not only live animals but also meat and animal parts.5 The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) minimally regulates the import-export business of these at-risk animals.6 Therefore, this dirty business involves tremendous suffering at every stage of the process. The risks outweigh the » Featured Article benefits.7 Nevertheless, many do not realize the impact of their actions, whether it is led by greedy intentions or love for animals; the damage is immense and unpredictable. The damage includes increased zoonotic diseases, public health, and safety, compromised animal well-being, and disruption to natural ecosystems. Many veterinarians, being called upon to provide medical and dental care, knew the vast problem was worsening. They also understood the importance of having the proper training for these animals was essential for their well-being. The Peter Emily International Veterinary Dental Foundation started in 2006 with only a few passionate people. Dr. Peter Emily, a general dentist from Lakewood, CO, led the group with his immense knowledge of exotic animals’ oral anatomy, disease patterns and treatment.8
Spring 25 www.nvda.org 7 Featured Article He understood the need for work in animal sanctuaries and zoos throughout the world. His travels took him globally, helping exotic animals in need. From root canals to extractions, Dr. Emily and his crew have been to the rescue at animal sanctuaries to provide dental care. Many of these animals, especially large cats, were in abused environments with fractured teeth, unable to engage in the masticatory process. Those once large, sharp, and intimidating canines had been broken due to cage biting or were intentionally filed down to the pulp to avoid hurting humans. The defanging process is an illegal act in many states. However, it is still done on these animals. The main objectives for the PEIVDF are to train veterinarians and dentists to provide dental care on these captive animals to eat and survive. Now dependent on humans for survival, the animals must be taken care of from head to paw. Fractured canines are a common problem amongst large, captive, exotic cats. This tiger’s canine fractured from cage biting. These animals are sometimes placed in unnatural and stressful environments, causing them to find comfort with bad habits. With the pulp exposed, this is painful to this feline. After spending most of their lives in research laboratories in cages, several of these chimps have been relocated to sanctuaries. They have been phased out and listed as endangered.9 Many chimps in captivity live out their lives in wildlife sanctuaries around the United States. PEIVDF has traveled to many chimpanzee sanctuaries to assist those who have survived their research lives. A chimpanzee's sanctuary in Florida required dental services. Periodontal disease and tooth caries are common in chimps. A chimp undergoes endodontic therapy and has a buildup on a canine tooth. 0 References 1. Eskew, E.A., White, A.M., Ross, N. et al. United States wildlife and wildlife product imports from 2000–2014. Sci Data 7, 22 (2020). 2. Brown. (2008). Reaping the Whirlwind? Human Disease from Exotic Pets. Bioscience, 58(1), 6–7 3. Slater, L. (2014, April). Wild obsession: the perilous attraction of owning exotic pets. National Geographic,225(4),96+. 4. Lawson K, Vines A (2014) Global impact of the IWT—the costs of crime, insecurity, and institutional erosion. Chatham House, 62 pp. 5. Ripple, W. J. et al (2016) Bushmeat hunting and extinction risk to the world’s mammals R. Soc.opensci.3: 160498. 6. Fobar, R. (2019). What is the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species. National Geographic. 7. Animal Legal Defense Fund. (n.d.). Captive Animals. https://aldf.org/ 8. Peter Emily International Veterinary Dental Foundation. (n.d.) https:// peteremilyfoundation.org/ 9. U.S. Wildlife https://www.fws.gov/
NDA Journal 8 Marianna Kacyra NDA Legislative Update: A Strong Start to the 2025 Legislative Session The 2025 legislative session is officially underway, and the Nevada Dental Association (NDA) is actively working to protect and advocate for our members and the profession. Through our ongoing collaboration with Tri-Strategies, we are addressing key policy issues that impact dental care, practice management, and patient access across Nevada. Advancing Key Legislative Priorities NDA remains committed to shaping policies that support dentistry and improve oral healthcare access. Our legislative agenda includes: • External Review Legislation (AB202): Expanding the state’s external review process to include dental services, ensuring patients have a fair appeal process for medically necessary treatments denied by insurance. • Teeth Cleaning Bill (BDR800): Authorizing Expanded Function Dental Assistants (EFDAs) to perform coronal scaling under proper supervision, improving access to preventive care and addressing workforce shortages. • Same-Day Billing Reform: Preventing insurers from denying payment for multiple necessary procedures performed in a single visit, ensuring fair reimbursement and reducing barriers to care. These legislative efforts are designed to protect patient rights, support providers, and strengthen Nevada’s oral healthcare system. NDA will continue advocating for policies that ensure a thriving and sustainable future for dentistry in our state. Membership Growth and Renewal: A Testament to Our Strength We are thrilled to report that membership renewal is off to a strong start in 2025—surpassing last year’s pace. Even with the implementation of a new system introduced by the ADA, our members have navigated the transition seamlessly, demonstrating resilience and loyalty to organized dentistry. This commitment reinforces NDA’s role as a trusted advocate, ensuring that Nevada’s dental professionals have a unified voice in policy discussions and industry advancements. Thank you for your continued support—your membership is the foundation of our collective strength. Join Us for Julie Muhle Oral Health Day at the Capitol NDA invites you to participate in Julie Muhle Oral Health Day at the Capitol on April 15, 2025, in Carson City. This is a critical opportunity to meet with state legislators, discuss key issues impacting dentistry, and reinforce the importance of oral health in public policy. Your voice matters! Direct engagement with policymakers helps shape NDA Executive Director’s Message
Spring 25 www.nvda.org 9 NDA Executive Director’s Message legislation that benefits both providers and patients. We encourage all members to join us and make an impact. Date: April 15, 2025 Location: Nevada State Capitol, Carson City RSVP here: https://www. surveymonkey.com/r/2M9YG2C How You Can Make a Difference • Attend Oral Health Day—Your presence strengthens our advocacy efforts. • Engage with Your Legislators— Share your professional insights on how policies affect dental care and access. • Stay Informed—Follow NDA’s legislative updates to stay ahead of key developments. By standing together, we ensure that Nevada’s dental community remains influential, proactive, and well-represented. For additional details or to confirm your attendance, please reach out to NDA. Thank you for your ongoing support—we look forward to a productive legislative session and a bright future for dentistry in Nevada! To a successful legislative session! 0 Sincerely, Marianna Kacyra Executive Director, Nevada Dental Association For more information, please contact Kara Mortl at 248.250.3655 or kara@bigredm.com. ADVERTISING RATES STARTING AT $590! ISSUE DEADLINE Summer 2025 May 07 Advertise in the NDA Journal! The NDA Journal is published four times each year by the Nevada Dental Association and state component societies. All advertising appearing in the NDA Journal and other Nevada dental publications must comply with the advertising standards of the Nevada Dental Association and its component societies.
NDA Journal 10 Nevada Dental Association Legislative Agenda - February 2025 Update on proposed legislation_ 1. External review legislation - AB202: A bill to add dental services into the state's external review process, aiming to protect patients from unfair claim denials for medically-necessary treatments. ● How it works: After exhausting the insurance claim denial appeal process that may be afforded by the dental insurance plan, and upon request of a dental patient or provider, the Office for Consumer Health Assistance will assign an external-review organization to review the case. To learn more about the bill, visit https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vUuEKGW28LNeIosNowjA 8vcL9zSeBY27ZyzO__UyBIY/edit?usp=sharing or https://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/NELIS/REL/83rd2025/Bill/12172/Ov erview ● Status: The bill was presented on 2/12 to the Assembly Committee on Commerce and Labor. A minor amendment was proposed to clarify the credentials of a Dentist. 2. Teeth cleaning bill - BDR800: A bill to allow Expanded Function Dental Assistants (EFDA) to perform coronal scaling. ● How it works: By allowing EFDA to perform coronal scaling, we can increase access to dental care, address workforce shortages, increase practice efficiency, and provide professional growth opportunities, all while maintaining safety and quality through regulated training and supervision. ● Status: The bill is currently in the drafting stage. 3. Same day billing: A bill amendment to prohibit insurers from denying payment for multiple procedures in a single setting. ● How it works: This legislation aims to prevent insurance companies from denying payment for multiple procedures performed in a single session when there is no clinical justification for such denials. This will address scenarios where dental plans refuse coverage for a procedure to limit their pay-out for a single patient visit. ● Status: The amendment is currently in the drafting stage.
Spring 25 www.nvda.org 11 Lori Benvin nnds@nndental.org News from the Northern Nevada Dental Society We are thankful for much as we start spring of 2025 and primarily to those of you that have renewed your 2025 tripartite membership to the ADA/NDA/NNDS. If you haven’t renewed yet I am happy to help. There is a new Salesforce system at the ADA and logging onto the website looks a bit different, but you are welcome to just call the NNDS office and I will be glad to take your dues payment over the phone. We also still offer payment plans with no fees this year. THANK YOU, we appreciate you and we want you to get the most value for your dues renewals and for joining. We have plenty of opportunities for you to obtain valuable and quality continuing education as always. This year started off with Drs. Williamsen and Khademi in March and we also offered your NV required opioid two-hour requirement course at our February dinner meeting. Coming up we have our annual Vendor Night in April, our annual OSHA/ Infection Control continuing education course on May 16 and then more quality courses starting back up in October later this year. If you or any of your staff need laser certification, we are offering that here in Reno in November. Watch for our enewsletters and more to come with our flyer to be sent out soon. We also have ample social and camaraderie events coming up for you to see old friends, meet new colleagues, and make new friends. Join us; • April 10: The Mario Gildone Lifetime and Young Leader Achievement Award Gala • June 20–21: NDA Annual Summer Meeting & House of Delegates— Margaritaville Resort, So. Lake Tahoe • June 26: Meet and Greet New Dentists of the NNDS—Beer, NV • August 14: NNDS Annual Open House Picnic—Bartley Ranch Park, Reno • September 12: NNDS Annual Mystery Bus Trip— it’s a Secret and SO FUN!!! • September 26: The NNDHP/Joel F. Glover DDS 23rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament— Lakeridge Golf Course • October 23: “Whiskey and Wisdom” event (our Business Boot Camp 2.0) • December 5: NNDS Holiday Mixer—Brasserie Saint James, Reno Hope to see you all this spring and all year long. Watch your inbox for all events and CE opportunities. You can check our website at www.nndental.org/events. Again, thank you for being a part of organized dentistry for the betterment of your practice and your profession, we value your continued membership! 0 NNDS Executive Director’s Message
NDA Journal 12 SNDS Update Christine Lemon, DDS SNDS Update SNDS Happy Hour— Going Out With a Smile SNDS Members were invited to enjoy “afterwork” libations at PKWY Tavern— Sahara on March 12. Dr. Christine Lemon, SNDS President, treated attendees to drinks to commemorate her last official SNDS social activity as President.Thank you Dr. Lemon! SNDS plans to continue Happy Hours throughout the year to encourage community and bonding with other members. Please join us for the next Happy Hour! 2025 Townhall On February 5, SNDS Members gathered on Zoom to receive an update on the Tripartite initiatives for the 2025 Legislative session as well as what their dues have been doing for them the past year. Tri-Strategies, the NDA Lobby Team, gave a special presentation on the bills being put forward and supported by the NDA. A lively discussion was had regarding these bills: a testament to the passion and the sincere care members have for the health of their profession here in Nevada. A recording of the town hall is available on line and can be viewed by members upon request. 0 Please send along a huge thank you to Dr. Christine Lemon for her amazing service to SNDS and NV dentistry! Dr. Brett Kessler and Opioid Course We like to bring the best to our members and this year was no exception. Dr. Brett Kessler graced SNDS with his compelling presentation on the state of Dentistry on a national level at The Beacon Center on February 26, 2025. Dr. Kessler's candid presentation encouraged crowd participation and generated several thoughtprovoking questions. The presentation was followed by the feature presentation on Opioids and Narcan administration, given by the Southern Nevada Health District. While the material would typically seem pretty dry, presenter Kat Pulver had the room roaring with laughter. Attendees are sure to never forget this Opioid class! Members are welcome to review this course on line for credit, upon request. Business Boot Camp: 03/29/25 Family Egg Hunt in the Park: 04/06/25 SNDS Elections and CPR Presentations: 04/16/25 Coming Up:
Spring 25 www.nvda.org 13 Northern Nevada DENTAL SOCIETY NDA Calendar of Events July 7/8 NNDS Executive Committee Meeting 5605 Riggins Court, #101A, Reno 5:30pm Check our website for the latest updates to calendar at www.nndental.org. 2025 April 4/6 UNR Pre-Dent Mixer & Panel Discussion UNR Student Union Hall 4:00pm 4/8 NNDS Executive Committee Meeting 5605 Riggins Court, #101A, Reno 5:30pm 4/10 NNDS Mario Gildone & Young Leader Achievement Award Gala Atlantis Casino Resort, Reno 6:00pm 4/15 Julie Muhle Legislative Oral Health Day Carson City Legislature Bldg 8:00am–5:00pm 4/24 VENDOR NIGHT Atlantis Casino Resort, Reno 6:00pm May 5/13 NNDS Executive Committee Meeting 5605 Riggins Court, #101A, Reno 5:30pm 5/16 OSHA, Infection Control Atlantis Casino Resort, Reno 8:00am June 6/1 New NNDS Officers Take Office 6/10 Delegate Pre-Mtg. & NNDS Executive Committee 5605 Riggins Court, #101A, Reno 5:30pm 6/19–21 NDA Annual Summer Meeting & House of Delegates Nakoma Resort, Clio, CA 6/26 COMMUNITY NIGHT: “Meet & Greet Our Newest Dentists” Beer, NV 6:00pm
NDA Journal 14 NDA Executive Offices Marianna Kacyra, Executive Director 600 E William St, Ste 202 Carson City, NV 89701 Office 775-558-9404 • Cell 775-772-6744 mkacyra@nvda.org • www.nvda.org PRESIDENT Patrick Silvaroli, DMD PRESIDENT-ELECT Sheronda Strider- Barraza, DMD VICE PRESIDENT Aimee Abittan, DMD SECRETARY Perry Francis, DDS TREASURER Tina Brandon- Abbatangelo, DDS PAST PRESIDENT Ed De Andrade, DDS Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners Christopher Bateman, MBA, Executive Director Chelsea Lucas and Parker Arecchi, Licensing & Credentialing 2651 N Green Valley Pkwy, Ste 104 Henderson, NV 89014 702-486-7044 • 800-DDS-EXAM FAX 702-486-7046 nsbde@nsbde.nv.gov www.nvdentalboard.nv.gov Northern Nevada Dental Society Lori Benvin, Executive Director 5605 Riggins Ct, Ste 101A Reno, NV 89502 775-337-0296 • FAX 775-337-0298 nnds@nndental.org • www.nndental.org PRESIDENT K.C. Gilbert, DMD, MS VICE PRESIDENT Garrett Swanson, DMD SEC./TREASURER Whitney Bryant, DDS PAST PRESIDENT Christopher Galea, DDS, MD MEMBERS AT LARGE Megan Utter, DDS, MS Debra Peterson, DDS Trisha Hansen, DMD ADA Business Resources Affiliated We are pleased to announce that the NDA and ADA have combined the purchasing power of dentists to gain discounts on a large variety of products and services. Call the company or the NDA to learn more. CareCredit Patient Financing 800-300-3046 x4519 www.carecredit.com InTouch Practice Communications 877-493-9003 www.intouchdental.com/ada NDA-Affiliated Products These companies and their products have been evaluated by the NDA and are recommended for use in running your practice. Let us know if you have any feedback or would like to recommend a product or service for affiliation. For a weblink to each company, go to www.nvda.org/ affiliatedproducts.shtml. Best Card, LLC Credit card processing 877-739-3952 www.bestcardteam.com The Dental Record Digital record keeping 800-243-4675 www.dentalrecord.com TDIC The Dentists Insurance Company 800-733-0633 www.tdicinsurance.com TDSC Supplies The Dentists Supply Company dentalsupplies.tdsc.com/nevada IC System Collection service 800-279-3511 www.icsystem.com/nda.htm Lands’ End Business Outfitters Uniforms 800-490-6402 www.ada.landsend.com Lenovo 800-426-7235 ext. 4886 www.adabusinessresources.com/en/ endorsed-programs/computers Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz leasing 866-628-7232 http://ebusiness.ada.org/ adabei/luxury-vehicles.aspx Office Max Office supplies 702-647-8662 www.officemax.com SurePayroll Payroll processing 866-535-3592 www.surepayroll.com/ada Compliancy Group One stop shop for all things HIPAA www.compliancy-group.com UPS Shipping services 800-636-2377 www.adabusinessresources.com/en/ endorsed-programs/shipping Council on Communications Dr. Erin Anderson, Chair Dr. Daniel Orr Dr. Garrett Swanson Dr. Tina Brandon-Abbatangelo Ms. Marianna Kacyra (NDA Staff) Council on Ethics, Bylaws and Judicial Affairs Dr. Tina Brandon-Abbatangelo, Chair Dr. Brady Neugebauer Dr. Michael Banks Dr. Todd Wilkin Ms. Marianna Kacyra (NDA Staff) Administrative Offices NDA Committees Northeastern Nevada Dental Society Marianna Kacyra, Executive Director 600 E William St, Ste 202 Carson City, NV 89701 Office 775-558-9404 • Cell 775-772-6744 mkacyra@nvda.org • www.nvda.org PRESIDENT Jeremy Keener, DDS VICE PRESIDENT Scott Forvilly, DDS SEC./TREASURER Todd Thompson, DMD Southern Nevada Dental Society Esther Johnson, Executive Director 9205 W Russell Rd, Ste 240 Las Vegas, NV 89148 702-793-4455 • FAX 702-733-6062 www.sndsonline.org PRESIDENT Christine Lemon, DDS PRES-ELECT Sonal Shah, DDS PAST PRESIDENT Richard Shoen, DDS SECRETARY TBD TREASURER Moni Ahmadian, DMD American Dental Association 211 E Chicago Ave Chicago, IL 60611-2678 312-440-2500 • 800-621-8099 www.ada.org ADA DELEGATES Steven Saxe, DMD David M. White, DDS Tina B. Abbatangelo, DDS ADA ALTERNATE DELEGATES Whitney Bryant, DDS Scott Sutter, DDS Patrick Silvaroli, DMD Council on Government Affairs Dr. David White, Chair Dr. Whitney Bryant, Vice Chair Dr. John Griffiths Dr. Steve Saxe Dr. Christian Peralta Dr. Rick Dragon Dr. Daniel Orr Dr. John Nerwinski Dr. Michael Britting Dr. Marc Cirelli Ms. Marianna Kacyra (NDA Staff) Council on Membership Dr. Scott Sutter, Chair Dr. Deaudre LeCato Dr. Christine Lemon Mr. Tyler Divis Ms. Autumn Wolfer (ADA Staff) Ms. Lori Benvin (NNDS Staff) Ms. Esther Johnson (SNDS Staff) Ms. Marianna Kacyra (NDA Staff)
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