Journal of the Louisiana Dental Association

JournalLDAVOL. 66, NO. 4 WINTER 2007Journal of the Louisiana Dental Association

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LDAJournalVOLUME 66 NUMBER 4 WINTER 2007EDITORDavid N. Austin, D.D.S.230 Carroll Street, Suite 2Shreveport, LA 71105(318) 861-4549E-mail: daustin1@sport.rr.comMANAGING EDITORAnnette B. DroddyLDA Headquarters7833 Office Park Blvd.Baton Rouge, LA 70809(800) 388-6642 Toll-free(225) 926-1986 Local Line(225) 926-1886 FaxE-mail: annette@ladental.orgWeb site: http://www.ladental.orgBUSINESS MANAGERWilliam M. Hall, Jr., D.D.S.3100 Woodlawn AvenueShreveport, LA 71104(318) 865-1469E-mail: dr802@bellsouth.netEDITORIAL BOARDGary Caskey, D.D.S.Gary L. Roberts, D.D.S.Kaylan F. Worley, D.D.S.LDA OFFICERSThomas H. Price, D.D.S.President3602 Kirkman StreetLake Charles, LA 70607-3006(337) 477-9303Dr. Marty B. GarrettPresident-Elect12071 Bricksome Ave.Baton Rouge, LA 70816(225) 293-2767L. Stephen Ortego, D.D.S.Past President5813 Monroe Hwy.Ball, LA 71405(318) 640-1470Edward J. Hebert, D.D.S.Secretary-Treasurer1540 Country Club RoadLake Charles, LA 70605(337) 474-4892Robert E. Barsley, D.D.S., J.D.Speaker, House of DelegatesP.O. Box 745Ponchatoula, LA 70454LDA STAFFWard BlackwellExecutive DirectorFrances CagleAdministrative AssistantAnnette B. DroddyDirector of Communicationsand Public AffairsSharon ElliottDirector of MembershipDevelopmentAmanda RaymondDirector of AccountingJeffrei CliftonInternA MEMBER PUBLICATIONOF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATIONOF DENTAL EDITORSJOURNAL of the Louisiana Dental Association (USPS284620) is publishedquarterly at 230 Carroll St., Suite 2, Shreveport, LA 71105, in March, June,September and December, and is the official publication of the Louisiana DentalAssociation. Opinions and statements expressed, however, are those of the writerand not necessarily those of the Association. Original articles published hereinbecome the property of this publication. Subscription price is $15 per year formembers, $30 per year for non-members and $65 per year for foreignsubscribers. Periodicals postage paid at Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and additionalmailing offices.The publication of an advertisement in the LDA Journal is not to beconstrued as an endorsement or approval by the Louisiana Dental Association orany of its component associations of the product or service being offered.Postmaster: Send address changes to Louisiana Dental Association, 7833Office Park Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70809.Mission StatementThe purpose of the Louisiana Dental Association is to encourage theimprovement and to protect the health of the public, to promote the art andscience of dentistry and to represent the interests of the members of the dentalprofession and the public it serves.LDAJournalVOL. 66, NO. 4 WINTER 2007Journal of the Louisiana Dental AssociationCONTENTSfrom the editor 2from the president 4louisiana dental services, inc. 6new membership director 8nodc / lda annual session 10feature 13Robert Ellis and Associates Becomes LDA’sFirst-Ever Event Partnerlda game day seminar 14executive director 16golf tournament hosts record crowd 20lsu school of dentistry giving thanks 23feature 24Loansome Doc:Articles Delivered to Your Doorstepfishing rodeo winnersada house of delegates, san francisco 28wealth management 30louisiana state board of dentistry 32newsbriefs 35classifieds 37c.e. and lda events calendar 38lsu continuing dental education 2008 course schedule 39last page 40On the Cover…New Orleans DentalConference (NODC) treasurer, Dr.Tom McCoy (left), presented a checkto LDA officers Dr. Marty Garrett,president-elect; Dr. Tom Price,president; and Dr. Ed Hebert,secretary-treasurer. The checkrepresents the profit share to the LDAfrom the 2007 NODC and LDAAnnual Session. This was the first yearthe two meetings were combined intoone and proved to be extremelysuccessful for all those concerned. The2007 profit was fairly large due to the generosity of our clinicians.All of our speakers in 2007 waived their honorarium in order toassist the conference after the devastation of Hurricanes Katrinaand Rita.LDA members can view the Journal onlineat www.ladental.org.Copyright 2007, LDA.

LDAfrom the editorDavid N. Austin, D.D.S.Editor, LDA JournalTry Not to SmileNational Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM)is celebrated during the entire month of February.NCDHM focuses on providing oral health education toall children despite their economic status. For example,this may include presentations to localschools, appearances in local media outlets,booths at health fairs or malls, etc.Give Kids A Smile Day (GKAS) is theannual centerpiece to NCDHM and isobserved on the first Friday in February.GKAS was designed to provide education,prevention and restorative care to lowincomechildren who do not have accessto care.The ADA set the 2008 GKAS asFebruary 1. However, Louisiana willcelebrate it on February 22, to avoid theMardi Gras and President’s Day holidays.The Give Kids A Smile name was firstused by the Greater St. Louis DentalSociety with a group of dentists who setup a temporary, full-service clinic thattreated nearly 400 children over two daysin February 2002.Since then, the program has grown enormously, andin 2007, resulted in treatment of over 758,000children. Events took place at approximately 2,250locations across the nation, with over 39,000 dentalteam volunteers and 14,400 dentists, providing freeservices to underserved children.GKAS is meant to accomplish two things, helpchildren get the dental care they so desperately needAND raise awareness that our children deserve a betterhealth care system that addresses their dental healthneeds. We need to educate parents andpolicymakers that good oral health is essentialto overall health. We need commonsense,market-based solutions and other reformsthat will encourage more dentists toparticipate in public insurance programs.Neither my children nor yours will goto bed tonight with unresolved oral healthissues. If that is true, then why should anychild have to suffer?If you have not been involved withGKAS in the past, I encourage you to do so.The child you will see will benefit greatlyfrom your expertise and the smile you willhelp create may last a lifetime. I can alsoguarantee one more thing: of all the smilesyou will help to make, the smile on yourown face will be the most satisfying.Many dentists across Louisiana hostevents in their own offices. If you are interested indoing so or in volunteering at someone else’s event,contact Annette at the LDA office at (800) 388-6642or annette@ladental.org.tLDA Annual Session and New Orleans Dental ConferenceOnlineRegistrationOpensJan. 1, 2008April 10 - 12, 2008Ernest N. Morial Convention CenterNew Orleans, LAwww.nodc.org2 LDA Journal

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In 2007, the first annual joint conference of the LDAAnnual Session and the New Orleans DentalConference was a huge success, thanks largely to thehard work of the conference committee and so manyother members. I am pleased to report that the LDAreceived over $63,000 in non-dues revenue as its shareof profit from this event. Since many conferencespeakers gave up their honorariums in 2007 to helpour state’s continuing hurricane recovery efforts, it maybe awhile before a windfall of that magnitude reoccurs.Still, the 2008 conference should also prove to be verysuccessful as final preparations are under way. Makeplans to enjoy this outstanding conference, April 10-12, 2008, with great continuing education and funNew Orleans style! Visit www.nodc.org for moreinformation.I could go on, but you’ve probably turned the pageby now. There are always issues within our professionthat require our close attention and action. Thankgoodness for our staff and volunteers within the LDAwho help to protect the integrity of dentistry. Shouldyou have a concern or question, please do not hesitateto contact me.tEverything You Need to KnowAbout Financial PlanningAll in One BookOnly $14.95!Order Today! Visit www.oliviergroup.comChad Olivier, CFP®(225) 757-9484Securities offered through Linsco/Private Ledger. Member FINRA/SIPCCFP ® , Certified Financial Planner andare certification marks owned by Certified Financial Planner Board ofStandards Inc.Winter 2007 5

LDAC. Richmond Corley, Jr., D.D.S.Senior Vice President/CEO, LDSlouisiana dental services, inc.The 2007 Year End ReportAs the year 2007 comes to a close, I thank you onbehalf of the LDS Board of Directors for yourcontinuing support of the LDA/LDS Endorsed Productsand Services Program.From a start-up authorization by the LDA House ofDelegates in 1991 followed by the incorporation of LDSas an LDA wholly owned subsidiary forprofitcorporation, this business venturehas become a major source of non-duesrevenue for the LDA Board of Directorsto use in support of membership benefitsand other related expenses in the day-todayoperations of the LDA.LDS, along with its wholly ownedsubsidiary for-profit corporation namedProfessional Dental Plans, Inc., and its revenue sourceCrescent Dental Plans Inc.®, will once again in 2007provide in the neighborhood of over $100,000 to theLDA in non-dues revenue for the benefit of themembership. LDA members who have supported theLDA/LDS endorsed products program with theirpurchases from endorsed vendors should beparticularly proud of this accomplishment that hasbenefited ALL of the membership.The LDS Board has worked over the passing years tokeep the Endorsed Product and Services Program at ahigh quality level. Each and every one of you thatparticipate in this program is reminded that LDS staff isready to be your advocate, if the need should everarise, over any issue of satisfaction between you andany endorsed vendor that is covered under the currentagreement between the vendor and LDS.During the year 2007, LDA/LDS dropped itsendorsement of Acadian Ambulance Medical Services(covering defibrillator equipment) and EBSCOIndustries (waiting room magazine subscriptionservices) because of non-revenue activity. Thedefibrillator equipment issue is well covered by twoother endorsed vendors, namely New Line Medical andSouthern Anesthesia and Surgical.Three newly endorsed companies have been addedin 2007, but one of these, CDA Select Choice LoanProgram is on an indefinite hold because of recentchanges in the Federal laws regarding college studentloan consolidation programs. The second of these,Bruner and Company, which is dedicated to Web sitedevelopment for the dental office is now in fulloperation to provide an off the shelf semi pre-designedbuild it yourself Web site package and also acustom designed dental office Web site packageat competitive pricing. The third companyadded to the endorsed products and serviceslist for this year is Southern Anesthesia andSurgical (SAS), which is a long-establishedcompany that many of you who are OralSurgeons are very familiar with. It is an adjunctcompany to our endorsed relationship with IMEPEmergency Response System. You have all receivedtheir LDS business relationship announcement letterand catalog in November. We urge you who practice inthe specialty of oral surgery to designate the LDA asyour professional organization of choice to receive anybenefits of your purchases from SAS.Three of our long-standing endorsed vendors haveshown significant increase of sales to LDA members inthis calendar year. These are CareCredit, NOVA andOffice Depot. One of our newer endorsed companies,Fortress Insurance Company, has also shownsubstantial growth.Some of you may also be aware that the ADA hasnow included the use of amalgam separators in itslisting of best practices for the safe disposal of amalgamwaste. The LDA/LDS Endorsed Products and ServicesProgram is pleased to remind you that Amalgaway, aleader in dental amalgam separation technology, hasbeen endorsed for several years. They are prepared tosupply you with the latest amalgam separators. AnotherLDA/LDS endorsed vendor, SolmeteX, is also availableto provide highly efficient mercury removal systems.Moving from LDS activities to those of its whollyowned subsidiary, Professional Dental Plans, Inc. andits endorsed relationship with Crescent Employee6 LDA Journal

Benefits, Inc. and Crescent Dental Plans, Inc.®, Iremind you that the LDA Board of Directors will becalled on at its January 2008 board meeting to givedirection to the LDS Board of Directors regardingallowing of the inclusion of a passive PPO option (to beavailable for use at the choice of the policy holder) inthe dental benefit plans underwritten by CompanionLife and marketed under the Crescent Dental Plans,Inc.® label.A major shift in demand by the groups activelypurchasing voluntary dental benefit plans in themarketplace has brought on this request by RobynBossum, vice president and director of marketing forCrescent Employee Benefits, Inc. (CEB). From a purelybusiness standpoint, there is no question that approvalof this request will make sure that there will becontinued growth of the Crescent Dental plans, Inc.®market share. All of the major competing dental plansare now offering this option and most, if not all, bidrequests received today by CEB require the inclusion ofthe passive PPO option in the response. Beyond thepurely business consideration, this issue becomes verycomplicated for the dental professional because of themany issues that have arisen over time regarding thirdparty payers, managed care and their intervention inthe traditional doctor/patient relationship.In this particular issue, as it involves the LDAmembership, the facts are these: no member of theLDA is being asked to contract with a PPO to be able torender care to anyone; non-contracting dentists mayrender care to the subscribers of these plans who electto choose the PPO option and be paid at the same rateas any PPO contract provider is paid for coveredservices rendered; the non-contract dentist can thenbalance bill the patient for the remainder of his/herregular fee and it is true that the LDA has for manyyears endorsed a major medical plan for itsmembership which includes a PPO so that thepremium dollars charged for the coverage affordedcould be kept within some semblance of reason, whichis exactly why this passive PPO option is needed in theCrescent Dental Plans, Inc.® program at this time.Some of you have responded to the various vehiclesLDA has tried to use to get a real response in totalnumber of members on this issue, but only a very smallpercentage of you have taken time to render a yes or noon whether the LDA should grant permission for theuse of this option in the passive form. Please take amoment in the next two weeks to let your component’sLDA board member know how the LDA shouldproceed if you have not already done so.As always, LDS appreciates your continued support,and our best to you and your family for a happy andprosperous NEW YEAR! t“I couldn’t be more pleased withRobert Ellis and Associates andmy business office policy. Theyhave been wonderful to work withand have always been availablewhen I’ve needed them. I wouldwithout question recommendRobert Ellis and Associates tomy fellow dentists.”– Dr. William “Bill” McColganWinter 2007 7

LDA Welcomes New Membership DirectorJeffrei Clifton,LDA InternAs the LDA’s new membership director, SharonElliott has a lot on her plate. Learning theintricacies of the LDA membership department has notbeen easy, but Sharon has risen to the occasion byputting in many hours of hard work and countlessphone calls with the ADA.“The most challenging part of this new job isorganizing the membership department,” Sharon says.“Thankfully, everyone at the LDA and the ADA havebeen so helpful in helping me find the resourcesneeded to do my job.”Prior to joining the LDA, she worked for CMC-Americas as human resource and benefits coordinator,assigned to approximately 200 employees nationwideto handle all HR and benefits matters.“At another one of my previous jobs in anotherassociation, I worked in the membership andcontinuing education department. I really enjoyed thefamily atmosphere, and I am thrilled to be back in thisoffice environment and in the membership field,” shesaid.Sharon is married to Bill Elliott, vice president ofadministration of the Pearce Group, Inc. They havethree children, Erin, 14, Andrew, 10, and Alex, 8. Herfamily moved to Baton Rouge in 1996 after she earnedher bachelor’s degree in legal studies from theUniversity of Florida-Pensacola. When she’s not atwork, Sharon is an avid tennis player, and she and her(From left) Regina Sligh and Brad Harmon from the ADA spent severaldays in Baton Rouge training the LDA’s new membership director, SharonElliott (right), on the Tripartite database.family spend many weekends on the court. TheElliotts also found tennis was a great way to meetpeople after moving to Baton Rouge.Sharon is dedicated to LDA members and her newjob, and will be a great asset to the association.“I’m looking forward to learning more about ourmembers and making upcoming C.E. events moresuccessful, as well as helping our council onmembership recruit new members!” says Sharon.tSummer Education ConferenceWednesday, July 30 - Saturday, August 2, 2008Tops’l Beach & Racquet Resort, Destin, FLFor reservations, call (800) 336-4853.Watch the LDA Web site at www.ladental.org for updatesas they become available.Thanks to our sponsors (as of 12/14/07):Robert Ellis and Associates (Event Partner)Louisiana Dental Services, Inc. (LDS)8 LDA Journal

LDAnodc / annual sessionDr. Donald Toso,Conference Committee ChairmanNew Orleans Dental Conferenceand LDA Annual Session Gearing UpTo Be Another Huge SuccessThe picture on the cover of this journal denotes asignificant event in the history of dentistry andcontinuing education in the state of Louisiana. For 60years, the New Orleans Dental Conference (NODC) hasattracted clinicians that everyone wants to see and learnfrom.In order to continue to hold an annual three-daycontinuing education conference, especially after themeeting has been cancelled two years in a row becauseof hurricanes, the NODC partnered with the LouisianaDental Association and moved to a time of the yearwith less threatening weather.The result of this new relationship is the profitsharingcheck recently presented to the LDA leadership(see front cover photo) by NODC treasurer, Dr. TomMcCoy. I hasten to add that the amount of profit that isshared will vary from year to year. And the 2007 profitwas fairly large due to the generosity of our clinicians.All of our speakers waived their honorarium in order toassist the conference after the devastation of HurricaneKatrina. But, unlike many things in life, it’s NOT aboutthe money!The dentists of this state now have a conference thatthey can call their own at the same time that thebusiness of the House of Delegates takes place. And, weagain have a terrific group of clinicians for you to learnfrom. And, significantly, (since it’s NOT about themoney) you PAY ONE PRICE!That is correct, no extra fees for this course and thatcourse. Add up what you paid to attend your last non-NODC, non-LDA meeting. Or peruse one of thebrochures that you receive from another meeting andnote how cost-effective the NODC/LDA Annual Sessionis, especially for Louisiana dentists and tripartitemembers.Just in case you think that it is about the money,remember that the larger the attendance, the moreprofit-share, the less chance that we will have duesincreases!A conference brochure will be mailed soon, maybeeven before you receive this Journal, and speakers andhotel information has been listed on the Web site atwww.nodc.org. Online registration will open January 1,2008. You can also check out the conference clinicianson page 11 of the LDA Journal, as well as a map of theconference center area, including hotel locations andparking, on page 12. And, take note that this year’smeeting has several special events, including food andentertaining sessions by Marcelle Bienvenu, LeahChase, Beverly Church and Susan Spicer.So, mark your calendars now. I look forward towelcoming you April 10-12, 2008, in New Orleans.tLDA Annual Session and New Orleans Dental ConferenceOnlineRegistrationOpensJan. 1, 2008April 10 - 12, 2008Ernest N. Morial Convention CenterNew Orleans, LAwww.nodc.org10 LDA Journal

2008 Conference CliniciansTHURSDAY, APRIL 10Dr.ThomasAbrahamsenKaren BakerMike Bellerino, C.D.T. .Judy Bendit, R.D.H.Dr. Bill BlatchfordTimothy CarusoDr. William liam Danko and G. Kent MangelsonDr. Earl DouglasDr. Bradley DykstraDr. Gregory FolseDr. Charles GoodisDr. Lou GrahamJanet LeighDr. Roger LevinSandy PardueFrank RiordanFRIDAY,APRIL 111Dr. Glenn Appleton and Dr.Trey CombsMarcelle Bienvenu, Leah Chase, and Beverly ChurchRosemary BrayDr. Howard FarranEllen Gambardella, C.D.A., M.Ed. and Rita Johnson, C.O.A., R.D.H., M.A.Dr. Charles GoodisDr. Jim JacksonDr. Jefff MorleyDr.Tom NaborsDr. Patrice PellerinIggy RosalesDr.Thomas SalinasDr. John SvirskyDr. Sherri WorthDr. Raymond YuknaSATURDAY,APRIL 12Dr. Marvin BermanDr. Jefff BruciaDr.T. Colin CampbellDr. Gerry Chiche, Dr. Jefff Brucia, and Dr. Jefff Morley (Esthetics Extravaganza)Dr. Sargon LazarofDr. Jefff MorleySandy PardueSusan Spicerwww.nodc.org

2008 Membership Dues InvoicesMembers have the opportunity to pay their dues online this year!2008 Membership Dues Invoices were mailed November 21, 2007. If you pay your dues annually and have notreceived your invoice, call Sharon Elliott at (800) 388-6642 or (225) 926-1986 or e-mail sharon@ladental.org.An invoice can be mailed, faxed or e-mailed to your office.Members paying by Visa or MasterCard, are now able to pay online. Go to www.ladental.org, select“membership” then “pay your dues.” Scroll down to “pay your dues online.” You will need your invoice tocomplete the transaction.LDA offers the following payment options:1. Mail check or credit card information to the LDA office. *2. Credit card payment online. *3. DIP (Installment payments) - Members currently enrolled in DIP, have paid their 2008 dues and will beginpaying 2009 dues mid 2008.4. Members may enroll in the 2009 prepayment plan once their 2008 dues are paid in full. For moreinformation on the prepayment plan, call Sharon Elliott at (800) 388-6642 or (225) 926-1986 or e-mailsharon@ladental.org.Note: for NODA members currently enrolled in the prepaid monthly draft program. Monthly bank drafts will nolonger be available. Instead, members will be issued coupons that can be paid monthly by check or credit card.There are approximately 61 NODA members paying their dues by bank draft. These members will be sentenrollment details for 2009 payments in March 2008.* Payments must be paid in full.Convention Center Map for Meeting, April 10-12, 2008HiltonHotelRiverwalkROUTE #1 Shuttle Pickup Stops in RedROUTE #2 Shuttle Pickup Stops in Blue1ConventionCenterPARKINGCONVENTION CENTERHALL“H”Convention Center Boulevard1 Mulate’sRestaurantEmbassySuites2Julia Street2 2MarriottHotelNewOrleansFultonPARKINGPARKING12 LDA Journal

LDAfeatureAt the LDA’s Game Day Seminar on Saturday,November 10, 2007, the LDA recognized RobertEllis and Associates (REA) as the LDA’s first-ever EventPartner.The inauguration of the LDA Event Partnerprogram is a milestone in developing support for LDAprograms. REA will henceforth be a highly visiblepresence at all LDA events, and its $10,000 annualcommitment to the LDA will greatly help the LDA inkeeping C.E. costs down for its members.REA has several business relationships with theLDA. As of August 1, 2007, REA became the marketingagency for the LDA-sponsored health insurancebenefits, through the LDA-sponsored health insuranceRobert Ellis and Associates BecomesLDA’s First-Ever Event Partner(From left) Ward Blackwell, LDA executive director; Matt Hightower, REA;Chris Richert, REA; Bob Ellis, REA; and Dr. Marty Garrett, LDApresident-elect, during the Game Day Seminar.Dr. Tom Price (second from left) thanks REA representatives MattHightower, Bob Ellis and Chris Richert.carrier, Nippon Life and Total Plan Services, Inc.As part of the LDA/LDS Endorsed Products andServices Program, REA is also our endorsed vendor forboth professional liability insurance (through FortressInsurance Company) and business office policyinsurance. The professionals at REA have been servingthe insurance needs of dentists throughout the Southfor over 25 years. Located in Mandeville, La., the REAstaff combines prompt, professional service with thepersonal care their clients deserve.If you would like a quote on any of the abovepolicies or have any questions, contact Stormy Blair atREA at (985) 674-3886 or (888) 503-5547, ext. 3886,or sblair@ellis4u.com. You can also visit their Web siteat www.ellis4u.com.tLDA President Dr. Tom Priceannounces the LDA’s first-ever EventPartner, Robert Ellis and Associates,at the Fall Game Day Seminar.Bob Ellis of Robert Ellis andAssociates greets attendees afterbeing introduced by LDAPresident Dr. Tom Price.Bob Ellis poses with the LSU Tiger Girls at the LDA Game Day Seminar.The Tiger Girls’ appearance at the tailgate party was sponsored by REA.Winter 2007 13

LDAJeffrei Clifton, LDA Interngame day seminarAttendees Mix Business with Pleasure at theLDA Fall Game Day SeminarDentists from all over the state descended uponBaton Rouge for the LDA Game Day Seminar onSaturday, November 10, 2007, to mix business withpleasure. An educational C.E. presentation by Dr.Frank Higginbottom and a festive Tiger tailgate partybefore LSU’s homecoming game against the LA TechBulldogs provided the day’s entertainment.Over 60 participants registered to attend the C.E.seminar sponsored by Straumann and the LDACouncil on the New Dentist at the Sheraton BatonRouge Convention Center Hotel. Before the seminarbegan, the LDA recognized Robert Ellis and Associatesas an LDA Event Partner. With this yearlongpartnership worth $10,000, Robert Ellis andAssociates will be partnering with the LDA to host allof the LDA’s C.E. seminars and help the LDA inkeeping C.E. costs down for its members.Dr. Higginbottom’s dynamic presentation “TheTeam Approach to Immediate Loading in the EstheticZone (Advanced and Complex)” focused on teamcommunication in the planning and insertion ofimplants in the esthetic zone. He also covered a varietyof topics including communications between teammembers and patients, use of 3-D perspectives,implant and restorative component options andchoices and clinical methods that are currentlyavailable to patients. Dr. Higginbottom’s presentationproved to be highly informative and piqued manyregistrants’ interest in implant procedures.After the seminar, attendees headed over to theLDA tailgate party, sponsored by Sullivan ScheinDental and Benco Dental, under the shadows of TigerStadium where a traditional tailgating buffet waswaiting. Burgers, hot dogs, jambalaya, soft drinks andcold beer were just a few of the palate pleasing itemson the menu.More than 60 attendees enjoyed Dr. Frank Higgin bottom’s dynamic C.E.lecture on “The Team Approach to Immediate Loading in the EstheticZone.”And, the LSU Tiger Girls were our special gueststhanks to Robert Ellis and Associates. The Tiger Girlsautographed photos, took pictures with attendees andperformed LSU cheers. Tailgaters mingled with theTiger Girls and reunited with peers and classmates asanticipation for the game increased.When the party began winding down, attendeesventured to their favorite spots to watch the LSUTigers dominate the LA Tech Bulldogs in an easy 58-10 victory.“What a great opportunity to get C.E. credits with aseminar in the morning and tailgating in theafternoon. The weather was perfect, the food was hotand the beer was cold. Just another perfect Game Dayweekend in Baton Rouge,” said Dr. Gregg May, LDACouncil on the New Dentist chair.Thank you again to our Fall Game Day sponsors:Robert Ellis and Associates (Event Partner);Straumann; Sullivan Schein Dental; and BencoDental.t14 LDA Journal

Top left: Dr. Tom McCoy, Dr. Jeff Hooton, Dr. Gregg May and his wife,Jamie, Dr. Nelson Daly and Ward Blackwell pose with LSU Tiger Girlsduring the tailgate party.Middle left: Earl “Robbie” and Sherri Brown enjoy the tailgate festivitieswith Bob Ellis (center). Robert Ellis and Associates was recognized earlierthat day as LDA’s yearlong Event Partner.Middle left: Dr. Layne Washington and Rob Landry relax and have adrink during the tailgate party.Bottom left: Enjoying the tailgate party were (from left) Alexis Hoffritz,Carol Hoffritz, Tyler Hoffritz, Dr. David Hildebrant, Dr. Jack Devereux,Dr. Ward Griffin and Dr. Micheal Hoffritz.Circle: (From left) Dr. Sally Daly and Dr. Nelson Daly visitwith Corey Cowart of Benco Dental, one of the tailgate party sponsors.Top right: Straumann sponsored Dr. Higginbottom’s lecture and BruceWoods, Straumann representative (center), enjoyed his time at the event.Bottom right: The LDA has some proud fathers! Dr. Ed Hebert anddaughter, Kristen, are pictured with Dr. Jeff Hooton and his daughter,Maurie, at the tailgate party. Both daughters are LSU Tiger Girls!Winter 2007 15

LDAexecutive directorWard Blackwell, M.J., Executive Director, LDA“Tap Into a Healthier Smile” is the theme for theLDA’s new public affairs campaign to broaden public,media and governmental awareness of the benefits ofcommunity water fluoridation and lay the groundworkfor passing legislation in 2008 that could bringfluoridated water to virtually everyone in Louisiana.The campaign is a partnership with the ADA andpart of the State-Based Public Affairs Program initiatedby the ADA earlier this year. With ADA funding, theLDA has hired a leading Louisiana communicationsfirm, Creative Communications, Inc. (CCI) from BatonRouge, to direct the public relations aspects of theproject. We’ve also engaged our lobbying firm, RoedelParsons, et al, in a new, separate contract to handle thecampaign’s governmental relations aspects.One of CCI’s initial actions will be to conduct focusgroups, as well as statewide opinion polls to compiledata that we expect will confirm public support forfluoridation. In addition, LDA and CCI distributedcandidate questionnaires during the recent electionperiod to get potential lawmakers to begin thinking offluoridated water as a health care solution. Thequestionnaire also offered facts regarding fluoridationand is proving to be a valuable tool to help distinguishwhich new leaders are more likely to be receptive to thecampaign.As noted by Claire Rivette, director of governmentalrelations for CCI and communications director of thecampaign, “There has been great turnover in thelegislature, and it is probably safe to say that a majorityof legislators are not acquainted with our issue. We planto take advantage of this opportunity to educate ournew leaders and give them meaningful, practical reformsto enact during their first terms in office. Plus,Governor-elect Jindal has long supported preventivehealth care initiatives.”In addition, the team is working with a vast networkof non-governmental groups that have an interest(positively and, perhaps, negatively) in this project. CCILDA Urges Louisiana to“Tap Into a Healthier Smile!”made a presentation to LABI’s Health Care Task Forceand asked the organization to support a positionstatement in favor of our position.However, not all groups will be as receptive. That iswhy LDA members and other dental professionalsthroughout Louisiana will be invaluable sources of help.According to Rivette, “We hope to work with theLDA to establish a ‘Speaker’s Bureau’ of localactivists/dentists who can speak about the issues to localcivic groups. In addition, we’ll ask our partners toparticipate in a grassroots/grasstops campaign of letterwriting to media and key elected officials. We also hopeto book them on local television morning shows, radiotalk shows and meetings with editorial boards of localnewspapers.”Furthermore, the Department of Health andHospitals (DHH) has agreed to fund radio and TVpublic service announcements (PSAs) that will runacross the state during the first quarter of 2008 and beproduced by our team (DHH gets final approval ofcontent). The PSAs will refer viewers/listeners to a Website that can be accessed for additional information onfluoridation.The multi-faceted nature of the campaign makes fora big job that has only just begun, but the stage appearsto be set for possible success. The LDA slogan “Tap Intoa Healthier Smile!” is already getting positive response.And as Rivette observed, “The time seems right,politically and economically, for Louisiana to make thisdecision, and we have a great team of politicalprofessionals, communications experts and dentists whocan spread the good word. If our leaders are seriousabout improving health care in our state, the LDA’sstrategy to fluoridate all the water systems in the stateoffers the easiest, most cost-effective way to save moneyand see quick results.”So, be on the lookout for information and updatesabout this exciting LDA initiative. Your support is vitaland appreciated.16 LDA Journal

LDA Annual Sessionand New OrleansDental ConferenceApril 10 - 12, 2008Ernest N. MorialConvention CenterNew Orleans, LAwww.nodc.orgWinter 2007 17

Chipping in for Dentistry with LADPACGolf Tournament Hosts Record CrowdJeffrei Clifton, LDA InternAround 10 a.m., cars, trucksand vans started rolling intoBeaver Creek Golf Club parkinglot in Zachary, La. Dentists fromall over the state were arrivingto enjoy the course, ice coldbeverages and fine company at the 2007 LADPAC GolfTournament.After a week of rain, that day’s weather was ideal.The temperature had dropped slightly and the sun wasout making it a perfect day to take a break from theoffice and relax at the golf course.The morning kicked off with registration andjambalaya lunch. Then, armed with their clubs, cartsand a prayer for luck, the dentists and their guestsheaded to their holes to begin the 18-hole scramble.This year’s tournament hosted the largest number ofparticipants in the event’s history. Out of 71 players, noone could stop commenting on how beautiful theweather was, how impressed they were with the courseor how much fun they were having.Even sponsors enjoyed themselves. Representativesfrom Robert Ellis and Associates, 3M ESPE, Sullivan-Schein, Patterson Dental, Zimmer Dental, RoedelParsons and The Olivier Group joined teams of dentiststo support LADPAC. And, everyone had a chance at the$10,000 hole sponsored by Robert Ellis and Associates.As the sun started to set, scores were tallied and thewinners announced.This year’s first-place prizes went to Dr. RossDeNicola, Dr. Gary Roberts, Patrick Briese and ChrisCounce of Patterson Dental.Second place went to Dr. Eric Sanders, Pete Ciesla,Dr. Chris Sorrel and Mark Lundy, while third placewent to Dr. Marty Garrett, Dr. Dexter Harrison, GainesGarrett and Ryan Bowker.Patrick Briese, dental student and member of thefirst-place team, won the longest drive award.Dr. David Melancon’s name was drawn out of a hatto shoot for the $1,000,000 hole sponsored by RobertEllis and Associates. He got close, but unfortunately, nocigar.However, Dr. David Kestel, LADPAC chair, did passout cigars and beverages throughout the day. “Thistournament is the best yet,” he said. “Funds raisedfrom the tournament go directly to supporting theefforts of LADPAC. With so many participants andsponsors, this is a huge success for LADPAC and willhelp push dental health goals and the agenda ofdentists during the next legislative session.”This year, everyone came out a winner according toDr. Marty Garrett, LDA president elect and third-placeteam member.“What a beautiful day to come out and raise moniesto support our political agenda,” said Dr. Garrett. Asfor his reaction to his team’s third place finish, Dr.Garrett laughs, “Let’s just say we could have used a fewmore mulligans!”And, special thanks to golf tournament sponsors:Platinum: Robert Ellis and Associates, 3M ESPE,Sullivan-Schein, Patterson Dental, Zimmer Dentaland Roedel Parsons; Bronze: The Olivier Group; andPrize Sponsors: Liberty Mutual and Dr. LigeDunaway.t1st(from L to R): Chris Counce (Patterson), Dr. Gary Roberts, PatrickBriese and Dr. Ross DeNicolaCraig Mason (3M ESPE), Bruce Woods, Dr. James Pope and Dr. BrianDyess20 LDA Journal

Chad Olivier (The Olivier Group), Dr. Curtis Zeringue, Dr. Shep Plattand Dr. David MelanconScott Beaudean (Zimmer), Dr. Ben Ber, Dr. Mitch Theriot and Dr. JamesStaffordBruce Nuss (Zimmer), Dr. David Baughman, Dr. Jason Ray and Dr.Corey PorcheDr. Ellis Braud, Dr. Robert Foret, Bob Martiny (Patterson) and Dr. DeanListiSteve Griffin, Ray Serpas, Dr. Paul Fidel and Steve WallaceDr. Bill Hadlock, Johnny Koch (Roedel Parsons), Ward Blackwell (LDAExecutive Director) and Kevin Hayes (Roedel Parsons)Dr. Mixon Bankston, Dr. Mickey White, Dr. Steve Ortego and Dr. LouisJosephBob Ellis (Robert Ellis and Assoicates), Dr. David Hildebrandt and Dr.Kevin CollinsWinter 2007 21

3rdDr. Greg Folse, Mike Burrough (Sullivan Schein), Randy Montgomery(Sullivan Schein) and Dr. Nathan FontenotDr. Dexter Harrison, Dr. Marty Garrett, Gaines Garrett and RyanBowker2ndDr. Todd Canatella, Jared Trauth, Lenny Bazile and Dr. Roger GrimballDr. Chris Sorrel, Dr. Eric Sanders, Pete Ciesla and Mark LundyDr. Trey Guillory, Dr. Kurt Gauthier, Dr. Trey Carlton and Dr. ClayCouvillionDr. Ed Hebert, Dr. Tom Foster, Dr. Nelson Daly and Christopher Kuna(The Olivier Group)Dr. Brad Comeaux, Dr. Donnie Boudreaux, Dr. John Theriot and Dr.Patrick DooleyDr. John Oubre, Dr. Mike Malone, Dr. Gerard Beyt and Chris Richert(Robert Ellis and Associates)22 LDA Journal

LDAlsu school of dentistryEric J. Hovland, D.D.S., M.Ed., M.B.A.Dean, LSU School of DentistryGiving ThanksAs we look toward a new year, I am grateful for therelatively smooth relocation back to New Orleans.Although we experienced some challenges, the majorconcerns—student admissions, education and patientcare—have been resolved in a short period of time.Student admissions continue to be strong. This fall,a total of 112 students were accepted: 60 dentalstudents, 44 dental hygiene students and 6 dentallaboratory technology students. For the 2007-2008academic year, the school has a total of 342 studentsand 61 residents. Classrooms and clinics are fullyoperational, although some areas continue to undergorenovations and improvement.In September, a press conference welcomed newpatients to LSUSD. Since then, 900 individuals wereaccepted as patients. By the end of the year, the schoolexpects to accept a least 1,800 more, which will bringthe LSUSD clinics to full patient capacity. Patientrecords are now paperless thanks to a generousdonation from axiUm!In addition to the LSUSD clinics, the pediatric clinicat Children’s Hospital and the HIV Outpatient DentalClinic in downtown New Orleans are both fullyoperational. Through Children’s Hospital, the ToothBus is providing dental care to underserved childrenthroughout the New Orleans region. In addition,recently secured HRSA funding has supported thedevelopment of a mobile dental van in which dentalservices will be provided to HIV-positive individualsand other “at-risk” populations.In other areas of Louisiana, our satellite operationsin Baton Rouge, Lafayette and Alexandria continue toprovide much needed dental care to underservedpopulations. Also, general practice and oral andmaxillofacial residents are providing care throughseveral hospitals statewide—Earl K. Long, Huey P. Longand University Hospital.With regard to academics and research, theestablishment of the LSUSD Department of Oral andCraniofacial Biology was officially approved by theLouisiana Board of Regents. This initiative will assist inthe development of a more streamlined basic-sciencecurriculum to enhance and strengthen dentaleducation. LSUSD administrators and faculty are alsopreparing for the school’s upcoming accreditation visitin March 2009; this is a significant challenge as we arestill refining our operations in New Orleans. Throughthe accreditation process, the ADA Commission onDental Accreditation will evaluate the school’s collectiveprograms, processes and outcomes.Renovations continue on the first floors of the clinicand administration building. Both floors will havelimited use due to FEMA regulations. Auditoriums A &B renovations should be complete by the Summer 2008and architectural drawings have been completed for anew campus building, which will house a state-of-theartsurgery, esthetic and clinical research clinic. Afaculty dental practice clinic will also be housed in thenew building.Our efforts are moving forward successfully and Iam extremely optimistic about the future of the LSUSD.The search for a new dean is still in progress and everyeffort will be made to communicate a decision once acandidate is selected. For now, I continue to strive forexcellence to ensure that Louisiana’s only dental schoolcontinues to retain its position as one of the best in theworld. I also sincerely give thanks to all those whohave helped the school through this challengingtransition. Please accept my best wishes for aprosperous and healthy 2008!tWinter 2007 23

LDAfeatureJulie Schiavo, Reference Librarian,LSU School of DentistryLoansome Doc:Articles Delivered to Your DoorstepNow that the LSU School of Dentistry hasreturned to New Orleans, the library is pleasedto offer its services and resources to the Louisianadental community. We are also pleased to introducethe Library’s new document delivery system,Loansome Doc, a service that can deliver articlesfrom the dental literature right to your door.Loansome Doc is a module of the NationalLibrary of Medicine’s PubMed search system.PubMed allows users to search MEDLINE, a databasecovering dentistry, medicine, nursing, health caresystems, and preclinical sciences, with over 14million citations from more than 4,800 biomedicaljournals published throughout the world.By using Loansome Doc, dental healthprofessionals can place orders for articles from theLSUSD Library as they search the dental literatureusing MEDLINE through PubMed. Requests areautomatically forwarded to the LSUSD Library to befilled and sent through the mail or fax. 1Signing up to use Loansome is a simple two-stepprocess:• Register with the LSUSD Library. (Contact us at(504) 941-8158 or e-mail dentlib@lsuhsc.edufor the necessary paperwork.)• Register with NLM on the PubMed site(http://pubmed.gov – click on “OrderDocuments” towards the bottom of the lefthand column)After registration is complete, users can search theliterature, select articles, and place an order. Articleswill be filled by the LSUHSC Libraries for the usualfee of $9 per article. Loansome Doc users have theoption to allow the Library to forward any requestthat is not filled by the LSUHSC Libraries to anotherlibrary. Additional fees may be incurred if anotherlibrary fills the request. If the requester chooses notto have the requests forwarded, they will be canceledand no charge will be assessed.t1Hoyle J. Loansome Doc delivers. J Am Dent Assoc 2006; 137: 1648.Additional information on using Loansome Doc can be found on the NationalLibrary of Medicine’s Loansome Doc Factsheet athttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/pubs/factsheets/loansome_doc.htmlTo learn more about Loansome Doc or other services offered to dental healthprofessionals by the LSUSD Library, please contact us at (504) 941-8158,dentlib@lsuhsc.edu, or www.lsusd.lsuhsc.edu/libr/24 LDA Journal

LDA Membership Fishing Rodeo WinnersJuly 13-14, 2007, Grand Isle, La.Speckled Trout1st Place: Dr. Luke St. Pierre, Acadiana, 5.14 lbs.2nd Place: George Huye, Acadiana, 5.04 lbs.3rd Place: Wayne Daigle, Acadiana, 4.18 lbs.Redfish1st Place: Wayne St. Pierre, Acadiana, 9.46 lbs2nd Place: Dr. Luke St. Pierre, Acadiana, 8.52 lbs.3rd Place: George Huye, Acadiana, 6.58 lbs.Red Snapper1st Place: Paul Gantt, GBR, 5.64 lbs.2nd Place: John Daly, GBR, 3.66 lbs.3rd Place: Dr. Sean Smith, GBR, 3.38 lbs.Largest Offshore1st Place: Dr. Ryan Perry, GBR, 54.62 lbs.(yellowfin tuna)2nd Place: Tyler Rush, Acadiana, 52.42 lbs.(yellowfin tuna)3rd Place: Dr. Trey Palmisano, NODA, 50.08 lbs.(yellowfin tuna)Kids Largest Overall (Age 12 and under)Nick Rush, Acadiana, 28 lbs. (blackfin tuna)Largest Inshore1st Place: Dr. David Kestel, Southwest, 27.12 lbs.(black drum)2nd Place: Cynthia Hope, GBR, 21.60 lbs. (black drum)3rd Place: Ricky Hope, Jr., GBR, 14.68 lbs. (crevalle jack)Note: There was a misprint in the Fall 2007 LDA Journal regarding the list of Fishing Rodeo winners.We are sorry for the inconvenience. This is the correct listing. Winter 2007 25

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2007ADA House of Delegates, San FranciscoDr. Wayne Thompson, Kansas, Sworn in as ADA District 12 TrusteeAnnette Droddy,LDA Director of Communications and Public AffairsLDA members who are delegates and alternatedelegates to the ADA House of Delegates gatheredin San Francisco September 27 - October 2, 2007, forthe association’s annual policy deliberations.Many topics affecting practicing dentists werebrought before the House, a few of which includerejecting a proposed dental team membership categoryand ratifying the Board of Trustees’ earlier settlement ina key federal lawsuit challenging federal authority overthe delivery of dental care to Native Americans inAlaska. Amendments to guidelines for the use ofsedation and general anesthesia by dentists andguidelines for teaching pain control and sedation todentists and dental students were also adopted.Another topic of discussion was the ADA 2008Budget, which was approved with a $9 dues increase,totaling $498 per member for ADA dues.And, once again, amalgam related issues took up aconsiderable amount of time and discussion during themeeting. Two resolutions were passed concerningdental amalgam. One of which adds the use ofamalgam separators in the ADA’s Best ManagementPractices (BMPs) “do” list for reducing the amount ofamalgam that is released into the environment. Theother resolution requests the ADA to develop abrochure on the safety and effectiveness of dentalrestorative materials.Special thanks to our delegates, Dr. Mark S. Chaney,Dr. L. Stephen Ortego, Dr. F. Thomas Giacona, Dr.Thomas H. Price, Dr. William A. Hadlock and Dr. EarlL. (Les) Tarver, Jr., and alternate delegates Dr. Robert E.Barsley, Dr. Bryan S. Pearson, Dr. Charles B. Foy, Jr.,Dr. Gary L. Roberts, Dr. Denis E. “Chip” Simon III andDr. Marty B. Garrett, and delegation secretary,Dr. Edward J. Hebert, for taking time out of theiroffices to serve their association.While at the meeting, Dr. R. Wayne Thompson, aKansas dentist, was sworn in as the District 12 TrusteeDrs. Chip Simon, Bill Hadlock and Marty Garrett at the 12th DistrictCaucus.Louisiana delegatesand alternatedelegates reviewingresolutions prior tothe 12th DistrictCaucus.to the ADA Board. The 12th District includesLouisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas. Dr. MarkFeldman of Roslyn, New York, was sworn in as ADApresident, and Dr. John Findley of Cross Roads, Texas,was chosen as the new ADA president-elect. Thedelegates also chose Dr. O. Andy Elliott ofPrestonsburg, Kentucky, as second vice president.To see a complete listing of resolutions, visit theADA Web site at www.ada.org.t28 LDA Journal

Drs. Gary Roberts, Les Tarver and Bryan Pearson at the 12th District Caucus.Dr. Chip Simon speaks before the ADA House of Delegates on aresolution.Dr. Bryan Pearson waits his turn to speak on aresolution.Dr. Tom Price, LDA president (right), was a member of the ADA’s Reference Committee onCommunications and Membership.Louisiana delegates and alternate delegates enjoying a snack during thefull-day House of Delegates deliberations.Drs. Bob Barsley and Tom Giacona at the 12th District Caucus.Winter 2007 29

LDAwealth managementChad Olivier, CFP ®Wealth Consultant/LPL Branch Manager, The Olivier Group, L.L.C.Staying In Control: Who Gets Your Assets –Family or Uncle Sam?Most people share a love for the USA and haveprobably paid a fair amount in taxes. Nevertheless,without careful planning, your heirs could end up in atug of war with the federal government over yourestate. You may be able to avoid the governmentseizing more than their fair share with proper estateplanning. This involves taking the ranks and staying incontrol of your assets. Let’s look at an example:Dr. Jones (currently a widower) passes away with thefollowing estate:Cars ........................................................$25,000House ................................................$1,000,000Condo ..................................................$750,000Rental Property.....................................$500,000Investment Account..............................$500,000IRA ....................................................$3,000,000Art Collection .......................................$100,000Furnishings...........................................$100,000Bank Accounts......................................$100,000Life Insurance Policy........................$2,000,000**Owner of Policy: Dr. Jones, Beneficiary: kidsEstate for planning tax purposes = $8,075,000Approximate estate tax Dr. Jones’ heirs will owe:$8,075,000 - $2,000,000 (exemption allowed*) =$6,075,000$6,075,000 * 45% = $2,733,750*Currently, you are allowed to use a Unified Credit Exemptionof $2 million to offset your assets.The heirs will owe $2,733,750 in estate taxes thatmust be paid in full within nine months after Dr.Jones’s death. Where will the kids get the money to paythe $2,733,750 in Federal Estate Taxes? After the kidsreceive the $2 million in life insurance proceeds, theyshould liquidate the $500,000 investment account andthe $100,000 in the bank. After the liquidation, a taxbill of $133,750 still remains. The IRA will be taxed atthe kids’ current tax bracket if distributed and all of theother assets may be at the mercy of the current marketdue to low liquidity.Where did Dr. Jones go wrong?1. Bad Titling: He should not own his life insurancepolicy. An irrevocable life insurance policy trustwould have taken $2 million out of his estate.2. Advanced planning should have been considered: Dr.Jones could have looked into advanced planning,such as gifting part of the estate. This would haveprovided the kids with tax-free money thus loweringthe estate burden.3. Planning better in general: A large portion of theestate is in non-liquid items. This makes it difficultfor the kids to easily come up with estate tax money,causing them to use up most of the cash.With the appropriate planning, Dr. Jones wouldhave left more assets to his children instead of handinghis life-long earnings to Uncle Sam.tChad Olivier is owner of the firm The Olivier Group, L.L.C.in Baton Rouge, La., which specializes in retirement planningand wealth management for physicians, dentists and otheraffluent individuals and families. If you have any questionsabout this article or future topic suggestions, please call (888)465-2112 or visit us on the web at www.oliviergroup.com.Securities and Financial Planning are offered through LinscoPrivate Ledger Member NASD/SIPC. Please note that theabove article is for informational purposes only. It is notintended to serve as financial advice, nor is the Olivier Groupspecifically endorsed by the LDA. Financial planning requiresdetailed individualized analysis of each person’s specificsituation.CFP ® , Certified Financial Planner and arecertification marks owned by Certified Financial PlannerBoard of Standards Inc.30 LDA Journal

Summer Education ConferenceWednesday, July 30 -Saturday, August 2, 2008Tops’l Beach & Racquet Resort,Destin, FLFor reservations, call (800) 336-4853.Watch the LDA Web site atwww.ladental.org for updatesas they become available.Thanks to our sponsors (as of 12/14/07):Robert Ellis and Associates (Event Partner)Louisiana Dental Services, Inc. (LDS)The LDA is a regional partner.Winter 2007 31

LDAlouisiana state board of dentistryJames A. Pearce, D.D.S.President, Louisiana State Board of DentistryMoving On UpIt is with great pride that I write this as my last articlefor the LDA Journal as president of the LouisianaState Board of Dentistry (LSBD). For many years, theboard has been actively participating with theAmerican Association of Dental Examiners (AADE).This organization is independent of the AmericanDental Association, and assists all state boards ofdentistry in the conducting of their clinical licensingexaminations. This third party independent evaluationis of utmost importance to the public whom we serveso as to make sure that new licensees practice at athreshold level of safety before being allowed topractice on the public.I am now proud to announce that former boardmember Dr. White S. Graves from Monroe has beenelected to the third vice-presidency of the AADE. Hewill ascend the ladder and become president withinfour years.Dr. Graves has been an inspiration to all of us onthe board and in his home community. Let me giveyou a little history.He is a native of Crystal Springs, Miss. He marriedthe former Linda Gayle Hindman of Springhill. Theyhave three children, all of which are LSU graduates,and eight grandchildren. You may remember one of hischildren, Sol, who was the quarterback for LSU severalyears ago. He is now a practicing orthopedist.Speaking of LSU football, Dr. Graves went to LSUon a football scholarship. He lettered from 1962 to1964. He was a member of three bowl teams: 1962Cotton Bowl, 1963 Bluebonnet Bowl and 1965 SugarBowl. He was Academic All SEC in 1964.He graduated from LSU in 1965 with a degree ineducation. He then played four years of professionalfootball, three with the Boston Patriots and one withthe Cincinnati Bengals. Following his football career,he attended the University of Tennessee Dental Schooland graduated in March 1970. He was in privatepractice in Mississippi from 1971 to 1973, and hasbeen in private practice in Monroe since 1973.Dr. Graves has been a member of the AmericanDental Association since 1971 and the LouisianaDental Association since 1973. He served one term inthe LDA House of Delegates, chaired the LDA stateconvention held in Monroe in the late 1970s and washonorary vice-chairman of the LDA meeting thefollowing year. During the 1970s and 1980s, he servedas a member of the LDA Council of Dental Care andchairman during its last year.He served on the LSBD from 1993 to 2003 servingas chairman on numerous committees and president in1999. He has also been a member of the AADE since1993. He represented the AADE for four years on theADA’s CERP committee.Since its inception, Dr. Graves has been a memberof the Coalition of Independent Testing Agencies(CITA) and was vice president during 2006-2007.He chaired the committee which administered thepilot examinations of ADEX in Mississippi andAlabama. He is presently serving as an examiner forCITA.Dr. Graves has been active in the LSU AlumniAssociation ever since his playing days. He has servedas vice president and president of the Ouachita chapterof the LSU Alumni Association. He also served for 11years on the LSU Alumni Board of Directors serving inall posts. He was also the LSU Alumni representativeon the LSU Athletic Council for six years from 1986 to1992. He was the LSU “L” Club’s man of the year in1984.In addition to all of his endeavors, Dr. Graves wasable to coach youth baseball from 1970 to 1978 andyouth football from 1974 to 1978. He is a founder ofOuachita Christian School, has served on its board ofdirectors since 1974 and as chairman in 1988. He is anactive member of the Forsythe Avenue Church ofChrist where he teaches teenage and adult Bibleclasses.He is presently serving on the board of directors ofSunnybrook Children’s Home in Jackson, Miss., andSunnybrook Estates, a nonprofit Christian retirementhome in Madison, Miss.32 LDA Journal

Dr. Graves has shown his dedication to his God,family and profession in a manner which we wish wecould all emulate. Louisiana truly has someone to beproud of and that someone is Dr. White S. Graves.We can also be proud of three LSBD members whoare leaving because of term limits. The terms of Drs.Dennis Donald, Butch McVea, and Vance Wascomexpire on December 31, 2007. Combined they total 34years of experience on the board. Each has chairednumerous committees. Each has served in all capacitiesas secretary-treasurer, vice-president and president (Dr.Donald three times). Each has been in charge ofmanaging the clinical licensing examinations. How canyou replace them and their experience? You cannot.We only look forward to the governor to appoint threesuccessors who will come to the board with the samededication and energy as these three fine gentlemen.We wish them well in all their future endeavors.They have already promised to assist as examinersduring the CITA clinical examinations to beadministered in Louisiana and other participatingstates. I hope you will consider doing the same to givesomething back to the profession we love so much andwhich has rewarded all of us so well. If you wish tovolunteer as an examiner, you can call the board officeor CITA directly at (919) 678-9792. They would loveto hear from you. It is hard but rewarding work.tUCLA certified in Captek Technology!100% Satisfaction Guaranteed!Serving the Dental Profession for over 40 years!1842 Barton Dr., Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 424-7735 (800) 551-8157Winter 2007 33

LDAnewsbriefsUpdate on Medicaid ReimbursementRate Increase from the Department ofHealth and HospitalsEffective for dates of service on and after November1, 2007, certain Medicaid-covered EPSDT Dental,Expanded Dental Services for Pregnant Women(EDSPW), and Adult Denture Program services willreceive a reimbursement rate increase; and certainEPSDT Dental Program policy revisions will beimplemented. Reimbursement may be delayed (andapplied retroactively) due to necessary programmingchanges. Complete details will be placed on thewww.lamedicaid.com Web site under the ‘NewMedicaid Information’ and ‘Fee Schedule’ links. If youhave questions, you may contact the LSU DentalMedicaid Unit at (504) 941-8206 or (866) 263-6534(toll-free). You can also go to the LDA Web site atwww.ladental.org to view a chart of past ratescompared to rates as of November 1.Parker Selected for LeadershipInstitute IIDr. Jason Parker wasselected as one of 30individuals nationwide toparticipate in the HealthySmiles, Healthy ChildrenLeadership Institute II heldDecember 13-16, 2007, andcontinuing December 2008and December 2009. TheJason Parker program is through TheFoundation of the AmericanAcademy of PediatricDentistry and will be held at the Kellogg School ofManagement, one of the 12 colleges and schools ofNorthwestern University, located on the Evanstoncampus in Chicago. The class will enroll in aneducational engagement focusing on an array of topicsimportant for leadership development. Enrollees willparticipate in learning experiences with some of thebest and brightest minds in the field, and all curricularelements will apply to those in private practice,academia and other pursuits in which they may beengaged.Donaldson and Richardson Speak atLaCHIP Outreach Conference 2007Panel Moderator Kyle Viator, DHH section chief, Eligibility SupportsSection; Dr. Don Donaldson, chair, LDA Medicaid Task Force; Dr.Dionne Richardson, state director, Oral Health Program; and DarlaRatcliff, LA Medicaid Program Operations.On Monday, November 5, Dr. Don Donaldson,chair of the LDA’s Medicaid Task Force and Treasurer ofDAP-PAC, and Dr. Dionne Richardson, state director,Oral Health Program, participated in a paneldiscussion at the LaCHIP Outreach Conference onDental Care for Louisiana’s Kids Through LaCHIP andMedicaid. Each panelist provided an overview of theavailability of dental health services through LaCHIPand Medicaid. They were also asked to give a briefpresentation regarding their work on behalf of childrenwho are in need of dental care. Meeting attendees werealso allowed to question the panelists.NFDH Offers DentaChequesIn the spirit of this holiday season, check out a newWeb site, www.dentacheques.org, for the NationalFoundation of Dentistry for the Handicapped’sDentaCheques. It explains how dentists can realizesignificant savings on dental supplies while supportingexpansion of the Donated Dental Services (DDS)Winter 2007 35

program. The 2008 edition of DentaCheques, whichsells for $110, contains 177 valuable offers worthseveral thousand dollars from 70 prominentmanufacturers and distributors of dental supplies.Revenue from sales of DentaCheques funds expansionof the DDS program. More than 12,700 dentistsvolunteer in DDS, a significant humanitarian projectthat has provided more than $116 million incomprehensive care to 77,000 needy, disabled, elderlyand medically compromised individuals. Dentists cansign up to be a DDS program volunteer on the Website.Newly Elected Officers for theLouisiana Associations ofOrthodontistsLouisiana Association ofOrthodontists consists oftwo associations, theSouthern Association ofOrthodontists (SAO) andthe Southwestern Society ofOrthodontists (SWSO),with the Mississippi Riverbeing the dividing factor.Dr. Paul Perry The SAO is a non-profitorganization of 101orthodontists in Louisiana. The LAO elected newofficers at their annual meeting held at New Orleans.All officers listed below are members of the SAO orSWSO, the American Association of Orthodontists, theAmerican Dental Association and the Louisiana DentalAssociation.New Officers are: President, Dr. Paul Perry ofSulphur (SAO); President-Elect, Dr. Andre Frugé ofBaton Rouge (SAO); Vice-President, Dr. W. Clay Cookof Shreveport (SWSO); Secretary-Treasurer, Dr. MarkCoreil of Ville Platte (SAO); and Past President, Dr.John B. Whitley Jr. of Baton Rouge (SAO).The Southern Association of Orthodontists is one ofeight regional subgroups of the American Associationof Orthodontists. Founded in 1921, the SAO includesthe states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky,Louisiana east of the Mississippi, Mississippi, NorthCarolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and WestVirginia.Local Orthodontist Installed as SeniorDirectorDr. John B. Whitley, Jr. ofBaton Rouge recentlycompleted his second termas secretary-treasurer of theSouthern Association ofOrthodontists. He has beeninstalled as third seniordirector of the SAO, placinghim on the leadershipDr. John B. Whitley ladder to become Presidentin 2012. Dr. Whitley alsoserved as 2007 president of LAO. He is a member ofthe Southern Association of Orthodontists, theAmerican Association of Orthodontists, the AmericanDental Association, the Louisiana Association ofOrthodontics, and the Louisiana Dental Association.He is board certified by the American Board ofOrthodontics.tLDA Annual Session and New Orleans Dental ConferenceOnlineRegistrationOpensJan. 1, 2008April 10 - 12, 2008Ernest N. Morial Convention CenterNew Orleans, LAwww.nodc.org36 LDA Journal

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C.E. and LDA events calendarFor information on any of the followingcontinuing education courses, pleasecontact the course sponsor. To list yourcourse in the next calendar, please contactthe LDA office at (800) 388-6642, or (225)926-1986 in Baton Rouge. Please also checkour Web site for the most up-to-date listingof all LDA-sponsored continuing educationevents (www.ladental.org).DATE/TIME: January 18, 2008COURSE TITLE: “Practice Management”SPONSOR: Continuing Dental Education ofBaton Rouge (CDEBR), call Dr. Joey Porterat (225) 291-9900 for registrationinformation. AGD-PACE recognizedprovider.INSTRUCTORS: Dr. Virginia Moore andDr. Debbie CastagnaFEE: Free for CDEBR members, $200 fornon-membersLDA Bowden Leadership DevelopmentConference, Friday, January 25, 2008,The Bluffs, St. Francisville, LA – formore information, call (800) 388-6642 orgo to www.ladental.org. Registration isavailable online!DATE/TIME: February 2-5, 2008COURSE TITLE: Alpine Lecture SeriesMardi Gras ExtravaganzaCREDIT HOURS: 16 hours, clinical andpractice managementDESIGNED FOR: allLOCATION: Steamboat Springs, ColoradoSPONSOR: LDA, call (800) 388-6642 orgo to www.ladental.org. Registration isavailable online! ADA-CERP recognizedprovider.INSTRUCTORS: Dr. William van Dyke,Dr. Michael Kadair, and David Nelson, J.D.FEE: $379 for LDA members, othercategories can be found onlineDATE/TIME: February 15, 2008 (two halfday courses)COURSE TITLE: “Becoming IndependentlyWealthy Outside of Dentistry” and“Transitional Bonding”CREDIT HOURS: 6.5 total hours, 3.5clinical and 3 practice management, lectureDESIGNED FOR: allLOCATION: Pan American ConferenceCenter, 601 Poydras St., New Orleans, LASPONSOR: Touro Rossner, contact ShelleyLandrieu, seminar coordinator, at 504-523-6792 or slandrieu@bellsouth.net. AGD-PACE Recognized Provider.INSTRUCTORS: Drs. Peter Glaser andCorky WillhiteFEE: $95 per personNew Orleans Dental Conference andLDA Annual Session, April 10-12, 2008,Ernest Morial Convention Center, HallH, New Orleans, LA – for moreinformation, call (504) 834-6449, visitwww.nodc.org, or e-mail norma@nodc.org.Registration booklets were mailed inDecember and are available to downloadfrom the LDA Web site atwww.ladental.org. Online registration atwww.nodc.org will be available January 1,2008!DATE/TIME: May 30, 2008COURSE TITLE: “Dental Technology”SPONSOR: Continuing Dental Education ofBaton Rouge (CDEBR), call Dr. Joey Porterat (225) 291-9900 for registrationinformation. AGD-PACE recognizedprovider.INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Loren LevinFEE: Free for CDEBR members, $200 fornon-membersLDA Summer Education Conference,July 30–August 2, 2008, Tops’l Beach& Racquet Resort, Destin, FL –For reservations, call (800) 336-4853. Forevent information, call (800) 388-6642 orgo to www.ladental.org. Registration willbe available online!DATE/TIME: October 17, 2008COURSE TITLE: “Aesthetic PeriodontalProcedures”SPONSOR: Continuing Dental Education ofBaton Rouge (CDEBR), call Dr. Joey Porterat (225) 291-9900 for registrationinformation. AGD-PACE recognizedprovider.INSTRUCTOR: Dr. P.D. MillerFEE: Free for CDEBR members, $200 fornon-membersLSUHSC School of Dentistry Events 2008LSUSD Alumni Reception/Reunions(In conjunction with the LDA/NODA Conference)Friday, April 11, 2008The Plimsoll ClubNew Orleans5:00-7:30 p.m.LSUSD 8th Annual Golf ClassicFriday, May 2, 2008Tamahka Trails Golf ClubMarksville, Louisiana8:00 a.m. Shotgun Start(Reception held the evening prior)Graduation Recognition CeremonyWednesday, May 14LSUSD 4th Floor Administration Bldg.GraduationThursday, May 15UNO Lakefront Arena10:00 a.m.Advanced Education GraduationFriday, June 29UNO Lakefront Arena1:00 p.m.For more information, call the Office of Community Affairs at (504) 941-8120or e-maill jcourv@lsuhsc.edu.38 LDA Journal

2008 Course Schedule(All couses are held at LSUSD unless stated otherwise.)COURSE DATE DESCRIPTION & SUBJECT CODE FEES Cr.HRSNO.C or NC01-08 January 18 – 19 Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry – The Two Day Course DDS $2,495 08LFri.-Sat. w/Dr. Jimmy Eubank Lab Tech $1,249 08PCancelled LIMITED ATTENDANCE RDH/Aux. $395 C02-08 January 18 – 20 “Expanded Duty Dental Assistant” a/k/a “EDDA” N/A Aux. $389 24 L/PFri. – Sun. w/Nancy Weiss, RDH, EDDA & Henrietta Frederick, EDDA Cat LSUSD in New Orleans, LA LIMITED ATTENDANCE03-08 January 19 Digital & Conventional Radiology for Dental Auxiliaries Aux. $139 07 L/PSat. w/Dr. Kavas Thunthy and J. Sean Hubar in New Orleans, LA C04-08 February 7 - 9 Freehand Composite Bonding: The Structure Course #780 DDS $2,995 15.25 L/PThurs. – Sat. w/Dr. Corky Willhite LIMITED ATTENDANCE DDS $2,995 15.25L/P05-08 February 27 – 31st. Annual Periodontics Review Course w/Dr. Yukna, 5-Day $1,545 40 L/PMarch 2 Brannon, Caton, Caudill, Fowler, Hallmon, Hanes, Mellonig, 3-Day $1,245 22 LO’Brien, Rapley, Rees, Serio, Shaklee and Vastardis06-08 Feb. 29 – Mar. 2 “Expanded Duty Dental Assistant” a/k/a “EDDA” N/A Aux. $389 24 L/PFri. – Sun. w/Nancy Weiss, RDH, EDDA & Henrietta Frederick, EDDA Cat LSUSD in New Orleans, LA LIMITED ATTENDANCE08-08 March 1 Digital & Conventional Radiology for Dental Auxiliaries Aux. $139 07 L/PSaturdayw/Dr. Kavas Thunthy and J. Sean Hubar in New Orleans, LA07-08 March 27 – 29 Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry – The Three-Day Course #780 DDS $2,995 14 LThurs. – Sat. w/Dr. Jimmy Eubank LIMITED ATTENDANCE Lab Tech $1,495 110 PRDH/Aux. $395 C10-08 May 23-25 “Expanded Duty Dental Assistant” a/k/a “EDDA” N/A Aux. $449 24 L/PFri. – Sun.w/Nancy Weiss, RDH, EDDA & Henrietta Frederick, EDDALafayette Community Health Care Clinic, Lafayette, LALIMITED ATTENDANCE16-08 July 18-20 Local Anesthesia for Dental Hygienists RDH $1,295 72 L/PFri. – Sun. w/Drs. Michael O’Brien and Frank Drongowski CSept. 12-1418-08 Sept. 26-27 The Clifton O. Dummett Jr. Memorial Lecture on Dentistry Aux. $449 24 L/PFri. – Sun.for the Pediatric PatientLSU School of Dentistry/LA Academy of Continuing Dental Education is designated as a recognized provider by the Continuing Education Recognition Program(CERP) conducted under the auspices of the American Dental Association and by the AGD for Fellowship, Mastership, and membership maintenance credit.For additional information please call Continuing Dental Education at(504) 941-8193 – Elsa, (504) 941-8198 – Kathy, FAX: (504) 941-8403E-Mail: ehodge@lsuhsc.edu or kmarte@lsuhsc.edu Home Page: www.lsusdce.orgOr write to: LSUSD, Continuing Dental Education, 1100 Florida Avenue/Box 142 - New Orleans, LA 70119-2799L = Lecture P = Participation C = Clinical NC = Non-ClinicalWinter 2007 39

LDAlast pageDavid AustinIt’s Good To Be Green – Part 2Our research facility located in Dry Prong has beeninundated with a substantial amount of angry andthreatening mail from many within our membershipconcerning our recently published (18 months ago)paper, It’s Good To Be Green. Our staff cannot possiblyanswer all of the cards, letters, and subpoenas thatmany of you have thoughtfully sent. Indeed, it is mysincere hope that this column will clear up most, if notall, of the errors and recommendations that were madethat resulted in any problem(s) you may have hadpersonally.Let us begin with the first and perhaps worstmistake. Sentence number two, within paragraph threeshould have said: we recommend toilet paper madefrom recycled paper…the inadvertent wordmisplacement and syntax error has caused some of ourmembership grievous moments. Please, I cannotemphasize strongly enough, do not use recycled toiletpaper.Another recommendation that must be correctedcomes from paragraph five, sentence number six. Itshould have stated: we therefore highly recommendpatient bibs made from palm leaves…we have beencontacted by the city attorney of Grand Isle becausemany of the palm trees located along the beach area aremissing their leaves. It seems that several dentalassistants have been caught removing said leaves andsome have actually found their way on Ebay. Accordingto the city attorney, this has had a very negative impacton tourism and a number of suits have been filed. Let’sbe perfectly clear on this matter. A palm leaf actuallymakes a dandy patient bib, but just say no for the sakeof keeping our beaches pristine.One mistake that I must personally take the blamefor is actually all of paragraph nine. This was myattempt to help the doctor and staff go paperless bykeeping all pertinent banking and patient data within asecure firewalled computer server. It seems that atleast six of our members have had identity thefts.Actually one member has lost nearly all of his patientsto the person who stole his identity. Seems they justprefer going to the other guy, who incidentally is not adentist.????Regretfully, an important sentence was completelyleft out within paragraph 12. This paragraph specifiedways to use photovoltaic, or solar cells, to harness theenergy of the sun to heat and cool your office. Weactually had a member dentist in the extremenortheastern part of our state build and equip his officewith solar cells to provide electricity for his heating andair. Unfortunately, he did not have a conventionalback-up system in place. It was also unfortunate thatthe good doctor suffered frostbite on several of his toesand one ear during a lengthy crown and bridgeprocedure he performed on a cloudy day last winter.I am happy to report that he has almost completelyrecovered and we have settled out of court.It is also with sadness that we must not continue torecommend linoleum manufactured in Breaux Bridge.You may recall (paragraph 17, sentence 42) that ourtesting facility evaluated flooring material made fromchitin, which is of course a polysaccharide found in theexoskeletons of crawfish (crayfish). This substanceproved extremely durable during our research and wegave it our highest rating of five molars. It was indeed,too good to be true. It seems that if any water isspilled, it will become extremely slippery and smelly.Even though this product remains very popular in someareas of our state, we can no longer recommend it.Finally, we are still looking for volunteer doctorsand staff who would agree to wear and evaluate diapersprovided by NASA. We believe that the savings ofusing less water and time away from patients will morethan offset the costs involved. They actually come withVelcro tabs for the elderly and very young dentists. Besure and call or drop us a line if you wish to be a partof our evaluation team.t40 LDA Journal

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