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Employment Law Madness, New York City Style, Lance Plunkett Jd, Llm

The New York State Dental Journal

The growing complexity of employment law

Effects Of New York State’S Medicaid Orthodontic Policy Changes On Approved Orthodontic Treatment Complexity, June Harewood Dds, Ma, Ms, Karolina Kister Dmd, Phd, Lynn Tepper Phd, Edd, Hassan M. Khan Dmd, Mbe, Ms, Jing Chen Dds, Phd, Christine O'Hea Dmd, Msc, Thomas Hoopes, Sunil Wadhwa Dds, Phd

The New York State Dental Journal

The purpose of this study was to analyze how 2013 New York State Medicaid legislation that introduced HLD index affected orthodontic Medicaid treatment approval affected orthodontic Medicaid treatment approval. Eighty-six patients pre-2013 and eighty-six post-2013 were selected from a single academic center. The number of patients who auto-qualified post-2013 significantly increased (58 vs 39, p=0.006). For the patients who did not auto-qualify there was a significant increase (p=0.017) in HLD scores post-2013 (31.38) compared to pre-2013 (13.34). Fifty-one percent of the patients approved pre -2013 would not have qualified for coverage under the current policy.

N Y State Dent J March 2022

The New York State Dental Journal

In the March 2022 issue, the reader will find the following feature articles:

• Orthognathic Surgery and Quality-of-Life Outcomes: Findings from a Hospital-Based Patient Satisfaction Survey
• Recommendations for Co-Prescription of Opioids and Naloxone in the Dental Office
• Papillon-LeFevre Syndrome: A Case Study of Two Siblings
• Treatment of Peri-implant Soft-tissue Deficiency around a Narrow Diameter Implant with Subepithelial Connective-tissue Graft: A Case Report
• Simple Lipoma Mimicking Oral Infiltrating Lipoma: Case Report

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.

If Dentistry's Social Contract With America Could Talk, Chester Gary Dds, Jd

The New York State Dental Journal

Dentistry must make running the business of dental practices compatible with professional responsibility.

New York Continues Employment Law Rampage, Lance Plunkett Jd, Llm

The New York State Dental Journal

Newly enacted laws continue trend favoring employee rights. Dental practices on notice.

Treatment Of Peri-Implant Soft Tissue Deficiency Around A Narrow Diameter Implant With Subepithelial Connective Tissue Graft: A Case Report, Jaewon Kim Dds, Ms, Phd, Abhiram Maddi Dds Msc Phd

The New York State Dental Journal

Narrow diameter implants and mini-implants are preferred by dentists for restoration of missing teeth on narrow ridges. However, such implants are associated with long-term complications including soft tissue deficiencies. This case report describes a novel approach using a connective tissue graft to resolve peri-implant mucositis. A 66-year old male patient presented with inflammation and abscess in relation to a mini-implant, at the upper left incisor, on the facial aspect. Deficiencies of keratinized tissue and width of attached gingiva were observed. Surgical management was performed using subepithelial connective tissue. An 18-month follow up showed increased width of attached gingiva at the …

Orthognathic Surgery And Quality Of Life Outcomes: Findings From A Hospital-Based Patient Satisfaction Survey, Parth D. Shah Dds, Mph, Victor M. Badner Dmd, Mph, Benn Lieberman Dmd

The New York State Dental Journal

This study examined patient satisfaction and changes in quality of life (QoL) following the orthognathic surgery performed to treat severe dentofacial deformities. The short form of the oral health impact profile (OHIP-14) instrument was utilized to measure the negative impact related to severe dentofacial deformities on QoL. Ninety-five patients participated in this survey. Respondents reported significant reduction in the overall OHIP-14 score following the orthognathic surgery (p-value<0.0001). Approximately 92% reported post-operative resolution of their chief concerns. In conclusion, orthognathic surgery was found beneficial as it significantly reduced the negative impact of severe skeletal malocclusion on QoL of the patient we surveyed.

Simple Lipoma Mimicking Oral Infiltrating Lipoma: Case Report, Moacyr Tadeu V. Rodrigues Dds, Msc, Judson N. Brasil Dds, Gabriel A. Guillen Dds, Msc, Cláudio F. Nóia Dds, Phd

The New York State Dental Journal

Lipomas are common soft tissue neoplasms, usually present in the trunk and proximal portions of the extremities and less frequent in the mouth. We reported the case of a 51-year-old patient, affected by an intra/extra-oral swelling for 8 months. Aspiration, surgical excision and histopathological examination confirmed that it was a simple oral lipoma, although clinically and surgically, it mimicked an infiltrating lipoma. Conservative surgical treatment, preferably by an intra-oral approach provides less morbidity and less sequelae for patients.

Papillon-Lefevre Syndrome: A Case Study Of Two Siblings, Babak Bina Dmd, Boris Zats Dds, Tom Rubinstein Dmd

The New York State Dental Journal

Papillon-LeFevre Syndrome (PLS) is a rare autosomal recessive disease, associated with palmar-plantar hyperkeratosis and premature loss of both deciduous and permanent teeth. Treatment of this disease continues to be a challenge to the medical and dental professions. The following is a case report of two siblings of Chinese origin, diagnosed with Papillon-LeFevre syndrome and follows them for 10 subsequent years.

Destination Dental School: A Remote Pipeline Program To Increase Student Diversity, Thikriat Al-Jewair Dds, Ms, Frcd(C), Jessica Scates Med

The New York State Dental Journal

Promoting diversity among dental school applicants and enrollees is key to tackling oral health disparities and improving learning outcomes. Building the pipeline has proven to be an effective method to increase diversity and heighten interest in dentistry among students. Destination Dental School is an 8-week remote pipeline program aimed at increasing diversity of historically underrepresented minority (HURM) students in the field of dental medicine. Pre- and post-program surveys showed that the program was effective in fostering HURM students’ interest in dentistry and increasing their knowledge and preparedness for dental school applications.

A Call To Do Better: Addressing Diversity Within The Dental Profession, Fabiola Milord Dds, Mph

The New York State Dental Journal

Current systems have not been successful in addressing the existing racial inequities between black dental professionals and other racial groups. This group in particular seems to have less visibility and representation in organized dentistry. Nowhere has this been more obvious that during the COVID-19 pandemic whereby African-American professionals were not as prominently featured in offering their viewpoint and expertise. In this paper, insights regarding the topic of diversity are discussed in order to gain perspective into a situation that has existed far too long.

Diversity, Equity And Inclusion (And Greatness), Lance Plunkett Jd, Llm

The New York State Dental Journal

As NYSDA moves to correct deficiencies in its makeup, it also pays homage to a fallen leader.

Alteration In Facial Contour Associated With Aging: Case Report, Bohan Lin Ba, Dds, Louis Mandel Dds

The New York State Dental Journal

The authors examined a 73-year-old female because of a chief complaint of bilateral swellings of the parotid gland. After detailed questioning, the authors determined that the perceived facial swelling was caused by the inferior displacement of separate and identifiable facial fat compartments. Aging coupled with gravity results in both a compartmental and intracompartment inferior displacement of facial fat. Long-lasting fillers injected intra-or extra-compartmentally also partake in this inferior migration.

Beyond Diversity, Unity And Innovation, Chester Gary Dds, Jd

The New York State Dental Journal

Dentistry must focus diversity initiatives upon universal human traits and opportunities for growth and reform.

N Y State Dent J January 2022

The New York State Dental Journal

In the January 2022 issue, the reader will find the following feature articles:

• A Call to Do Better: Addressing Diversity within the Dental Profession
• Moving on in the New Year
• Destination Dental School: A Remote Pipeline Program to Increase Student Diversity
• Alteration in Facial Contour Associated with Aging

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.

N Y State Dent J November 2021

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J August-September 2021

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J June-July 2021

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J April 2021

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J March 2021

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J January 2021

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J November 2020

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J August-September 2020

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J June-July 2020

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J April 2020

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J March 2020

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.

N Y State Dent J January 2020

The New York State Dental Journal

The New York State Dental Journal (NYSDJ) is produced by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) six times a year, in January, March, April, July, September and November. Each issue features clinical and scientific articles written by researchers and practitioners from around the globe and is subject to review by a panel of specialists convened by the Editor.

Issues include cover and feature articles alongside 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.