N Y State Dent J April 2023, 2023 American Dental Association
N Y State Dent J April 2023
The New York State Dental Journal
In the April 2023 issue, the reader will find the following feature articles:
- A Dentist's Role in the Delivery of Culturally Competent Oral Health Care to Transgender Patients
- Oral Health Considerations for Aging Patients Living with HIV/AIDS
- An Osteoma Embedding an Ectopic Wisdom Tooth within the Maxillary Sinus A Rare Occurrence
This issue includes regular columns with regional news impacting the New York membership including: editorial and perspectives columns, legal, association activities, component news, continuing education opportunities, and classifieds.
A Dentist's Role In The Delivery Of Culturally Competent Oral Health Care To Transgender Patients, 2023 Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
A Dentist's Role In The Delivery Of Culturally Competent Oral Health Care To Transgender Patients, Laura Rhein Dds, Benjamin Solomowitz Dmd, Michael Mand Dds
The New York State Dental Journal
The importance of delivering patient-centered care is understood by professionals across all healthcare fields. But to deliver such patient-centered care involves understanding various patient populations, especially marginalized populations. Rendering non-biased, non-prejudicial care to marginalized populations is irrefutably critical. To do so, it requires understanding the specific needs of these at-risk populations to deliver high quality patient-centered care. The transgender community is one marginalized population that faces inequities in healthcare. This article seeks to examine current literature to reveal such inequities that the transgender population encounters in dental care and to explore the dentist’s role in the delivery of culturally competent …
Role Of Oral Microbiota In Cancer Development, 2023 University of Nebraska at Omaha
Role Of Oral Microbiota In Cancer Development, Vanessa Gunderson
UNO Student Research and Creative Activity Fair
More individuals die from oral cancer every year than from melanoma, cervical cancer, and ovarian cancer in the United States. Further, the 5-year survival rate for oral cancer has remained stagnant for over forty years, which is almost unseen across any other form of cancer. This fact exposes that there is a major need to push for research, prevention, and education on oral cancer. To investigate this, a literature review was performed that looked at eight research studies and data from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). This review revealed that without proper oral hygiene and care, one’s oral bacterial …
Practice Management: Cpa Vs. Dental Cpa: What’S The Difference?, 2023 Dental Business Specialists
Practice Management: Cpa Vs. Dental Cpa: What’S The Difference?, John Looby Cpa
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
This article underscores the advantages of working with a specialized dental Certified Public Accountant (CPA) over generalist CPAs or accountants for dental practitioners. A dental CPA offers deeper insights into practice management, tax planning, and financial strategies tailored to the dental industry. Dental CPAs provide valuable guidance on production, insurance, and cost management, helping dentists make informed decisions. They also prove invaluable during critical times, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic, and offer expertise in tax, retirement, and practice transition planning, ensuring optimal financial outcomes for dentists.
Will The Government Rip Up Employment Contracts?, 2023 Michigan Dental Association
Will The Government Rip Up Employment Contracts?, Christopher J. Smiley
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
This editorial discusses the Federal Trade Commission's proposed rule to eliminate non-compete agreements, tracing their historical origins to the apprentice system in Europe. The author explores dentists' perspectives on this potential change, considering the need for talent acquisition versus workforce preservation. The editorial highlights the FTC's rationale for banning non-compete contracts and their impact on employee wages and innovation. It also addresses issues of boilerplate contract language and excessive leverage in the dental profession. The proposed rule aims to create consistency across states while allowing non-competes in specific cases. Dentist employers are advised to review and revise their agreements in …
Improving Access For Children And Adults With Disabilities Through Enhanced Commercial Benefits, 2023 Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana
Improving Access For Children And Adults With Disabilities Through Enhanced Commercial Benefits, Holli Seabury Edd, Jeff Johnston Dds, Ms
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
This article explores the critical issue of accessibility to oral healthcare for people with disabilities in the United States. Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana has taken a step by providing enhanced commercial benefits to children and adults with disabilities. The article delves into the challenges faced by this vulnerable population, including cost barriers and transition issues, and discusses how expanded benefits and coding, along with special dental care provisions, aim to improve access. It emphasizes the importance of proper benefits verification and presents a case study illustrating the utilization of these benefits. The article highlights the need for …
Headquarters Report: Membership Outlook Hazy But Optimistic, 2023 Michigan Dental Association
Headquarters Report: Membership Outlook Hazy But Optimistic, Karen Burgess Cae
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
This MDA Executive Director Report discusses the annual membership snapshot of the ADA, MDA, and component dental societies, specifically focusing on Michigan's experience in 2022. The analysis reveals a decline in active membership and a decrease in market share. A 57% national percentage of active dentists in membership is alarming, as further erosion may impact advocacy efforts and organized dentistry’s ability to voice dentistry’s needs. The article explores the reasons behind this decline, including demographic trends and the changing landscape of dental practice. It emphasizes the importance of adapting to the evolving needs of younger dentists and non-owner practitioners while …
N Y State Dent J March 2023, 2023 American Dental Association
N Y State Dent J March 2023
The New York State Dental Journal
In the March 2023 issue, the reader will find the following feature articles:
- Students' Perceptions of Teaching Methods for First-Year Dental Students during COVID-19
- Platelet-derived Material for the treatment of Infrabony Periodontal Defects: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
This issue includes regular columns with regional news impacting the New York membership including: editorial and perspectives columns, legal, association activities, component news, continuing education opportunities, and classifieds.
J Mich Dent Assoc March 2023, 2023 American Dental Association
J Mich Dent Assoc March 2023
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
Every month, The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association brings news, information, and features about Michigan dentistry to our state's oral health community and the MDA's 6,200+ members across the state. No publication reaches more Michigan dentists!
In this issue, the reader will find the following original content:
- A cover story on canceling provider agreements with dental plans.
- A clinical update on when and how to use Silver Diamine Fluoride to manage carious lesions
- News from Delta Dental on efforts to address access to care for disabled individuals through enhanced commercial dental benefits.
- The value of focused counsel from a …
Is It Time To Rip Up Your Contract? Navigating Dental Plan Participation, 2023 Innovative Advisory Solutions
Is It Time To Rip Up Your Contract? Navigating Dental Plan Participation, Stephanie Smith
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
This article explores the importance of dental practice management and the potential benefits of breaking away from insurance company participation agreements. The author, a practice management coach, emphasizes the role of data analysis, effective communication, and patient-centered strategies in achieving practice independence. Key areas of focus include assessing practice performance, understanding insurance reimbursement rates, and enhancing accounts receivable processes. The article provides insights into strategically transitioning to non-participation with insurance plans while preserving patient relationships. It highlights the significance of transparent communication, staff training, and timing when considering such a transition.
Sfd Indications And Technique: When And How To Use Sdf To Manage Caries Lesions, 2023 University of Michigan School of Dentistry
Sfd Indications And Technique: When And How To Use Sdf To Manage Caries Lesions, Margherita Fontana Dds, Phd
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
The aim of this article is to review indications for 38% SDF and the appropriate technique for use. Evidence-based recommendations by the American Dental Association and umbrella reviews of systematic reviews are summarized to provide indications for SDF use in primary and permanent teeth, including sound surfaces and those with non-cavitated and cavitated caries lesions. High-quality evidence supports that SDF is an effective treatment alternative for managing active cavitated coronal and root caries lesions and preventing root caries lesions. Dentists can help by incorporating SDF as an option into their caries prevention and management armamentarium and by helping to train …
Staff Matters: When Should We Use A Performance Improvement Plan?, 2023 Principal, HRM Services, Williamston, Michigan
Staff Matters: When Should We Use A Performance Improvement Plan?, Jodi Schafer Sphr, Shrm-Scp
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
This article explores using Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) to address employee issues. It defines what a PIP is and outlines its primary purpose: employee development and performance improvement. The article provides guidance on when to use a PIP, emphasizing its appropriateness for performance-related deficiencies that coaching hasn't resolved. It also highlights situations where a PIP may not be suitable, such as policy violations or severe misconduct. The key is to choose the right communication tool based on the specific circumstances and the potential for employee improvement.
Students' Perceptions Of Teaching Methods For First-Year Dental Students During Covid-19, 2023 New York University
Students' Perceptions Of Teaching Methods For First-Year Dental Students During Covid-19, Ellen Lee Dds, Jungwon Roh, Aspen Wang, Aaron Bai Dds, Huan-Yu Chen Dds
The New York State Dental Journal
The purpose of this study is to determine the student perceptions on teaching methods for first year dental students using zoom to teach didactics and preclinical hand skills. Because of COVID- 19 other means of teaching had to be implemented and classes were held remotely. Our aim is to determine student perceptions on retention, understanding and learning of didactic and preclinical hands on lectures. Students felt that didactic lectures through zoom increased their retention and understanding in learning the material. They felt that pre-clinical hands on lectures through zoom decreased their retention and understanding in learning.
Dental Care During The Covid-19 Pandemic: Patient Perceptions Of Barriers To Dental Care, Covid-19 Safety Precautions, And Administration Of The Covid-19 Vaccine At The Dental Office, 2023 UNC Health Sciences at Mountain Area Health Education Center, Research
Dental Care During The Covid-19 Pandemic: Patient Perceptions Of Barriers To Dental Care, Covid-19 Safety Precautions, And Administration Of The Covid-19 Vaccine At The Dental Office, Brunilda Lugo, Sheri Denslow, Jill Fromewick, Scott Davis, Katherine Jowers, J. Amadeo Valdez
HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine
Background
The Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) Dental Health Center sought to learn how COVID-19 affected dental care attainment and patient perceptions of appropriate safety measures, as well as their acceptance of the dental office as a site for COVID-19 vaccinations.
Methods
A cross-sectional online survey of dental patients was performed to inquire about barriers to care, safety precautions, including COVID-19 testing, and the acceptability of vaccination for COVID-19 in the dental office. All adult patients of the MAHEC Dental Health Center with an email address on file and a clinic visit in the past year were randomized for …
Comparison Of Radiographic Exposure During Rct Under Endodontist Vs General Dentist Supervision: A Retrospective Study, 2023 Roseman University of Health Sciences
Comparison Of Radiographic Exposure During Rct Under Endodontist Vs General Dentist Supervision: A Retrospective Study, Benjamin Ricks
Annual Research Symposium
No abstract provided.
Clinical Effects Of Lactobacillus Reuteri Probiotic In The Treatment Of Chronic Periodontitis: A Systematic Review Of Randomized Controlled Trials, 2023 Roseman University of Health Sciences
Clinical Effects Of Lactobacillus Reuteri Probiotic In The Treatment Of Chronic Periodontitis: A Systematic Review Of Randomized Controlled Trials, Josephine Ram, Shilpa Bhandi, Kamran H. Awan, Frank Licari, Shankargouda Patil
Annual Research Symposium
No abstract provided.
Comparison Of Confidence Levels From Dental Student-To-Student Injections, 2023 Roseman University of Health Sciences
Comparison Of Confidence Levels From Dental Student-To-Student Injections, Emily Lear
Annual Research Symposium
No abstract provided.
Use Of Mouthguards In Sports: Friend Or Foe When It Comes To Oral Health?, 2023 Roseman University of Health Sciences
Use Of Mouthguards In Sports: Friend Or Foe When It Comes To Oral Health?, Jacob Daniel Gardner, Claudia Freitas
Annual Research Symposium
No abstract provided.
Association Of Prescription Opioids With Oral Health, 2023 Roseman University of Health Sciences
Association Of Prescription Opioids With Oral Health, Holly Yue
Annual Research Symposium
No abstract provided.
Literature Review Of Athletic Oral Health Examinations: Development Of A Pre-Participation Dental Screening Examination Form, 2023 Roseman University of Health Sciences
Literature Review Of Athletic Oral Health Examinations: Development Of A Pre-Participation Dental Screening Examination Form, Brad Stewart, John Wisniewski
Annual Research Symposium
No abstract provided.