MDSJanuary - February 2012 KeepingCONNECTION You Connected with Your Society

Massachusetts Dental Society Honored by the ADEAGies Foundation The Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) has been a past president of the MDS, as president- named a recipient of the 2012 William J. Gies Award elect of the American Dental Associa- for Vision, Innovation, and Achievement. The MDS tion. Another example is the creation was one of a select group of dental institutions and of the MDS Leadership Institute, educators recognized nationally by the ADEAGies which since 2006 has empowered Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the American nearly 100 MDS dentists with the Dental Education Association (ADEA). necessary tools and training to The annual awards honor individuals and organizations exemplifying become effective future district, state, dedication to the highest standards of vision, innovation, and achievement in or national leaders. dental education, research, and leadership. The awards are named for dental “Our Leadership Institute, which was education pioneer William J. Gies, who in 1926 published a landmark report, highlighted in the MDS’s ADEAGies Award The Gies Report, which established the importance of dentistry as a healing submission, has been singularly successful in many science and an essential component of higher education in the health profes- ways,” states Dr. Paula Friedman, MDS president-elect and a past president of sions. the ADEA. “The Institute has created a pipeline of leadership within the Soci- The MDS was recognized in the category of Innovation–Public or Private ety’s districts, our Board, and offi cers, while engaging an inclusive community Partner for several leadership programs it has created in recent years, including of dental professionals.” the MDS Leadership Institute and the Guest Board Member Program. For more than 50 years, the ADEAGies Foundation has enhanced the oral “We are truly honored and humbled by this prestigious award,” says MDS health of the public through programs that support dental education, research, President Dr. Charles Silvius. “It’s a tribute to the Society’s staff, who are com- leadership, and recognition. mitted to creating opportunities to help prepare dentists to assume positions The Gies Awards will be presented at a dinner on March 19, 2012, as part of leadership in organized dentistry in Massachusetts and nationally.” of the 2012 American Dental Education Association Annual Session and Exhibi- One example of this is the recent election of Dr. Robert Faiella of Osterville, tion, to be held in Orlando, Florida.

MDS Member Helps Pro Athletes “Grin & Wear It” The MDS and NESN recently launched a TV ted the Bruins captain and a few of his teammates campaign during Boston Bruins games to promote with new mouthguards. the importance of mouthguards. The spokesperson In addition to the Bruins, Dr. Aaronson has for this campaign is Bruins defenseman and team fi tted members of the Boston Celtics, the Boston captain Zdeno Chara, who taped a 30-second Red Sox, and other professional athletes, such as commercial in support of the MDS’s Grin and Boston-based mixed martial artist Tateki Matsuda, quested a mouthguard that extends high up above Wear It® mouthguard awareness program. The a contestant on Spike TV’s The Ultimate Fighter, his front teeth, as high up onto the jaw bone as spot was broadcast during Bruins games, as with performance mouthwear. possible,” says Dr. Aaronson. “Most athletes don’t well as on pregame “Sometimes athletes come to my practice, other like excessive bulkiness, but Zdeno wanted as much and postgame shows times I go to the clubhouse or practice facility to fi t protection as possible. I wish more people were from mid-November them,” she says. “It varies based on how close they like him!” through the fi rst week live to my offi ce, what their schedules are like, and In addition to the TV campaign, the MDS has in January. how many players need to get fi tted.” (Dr. Aaronson produced a poster featuring Zdeno Chara and the MDS member and maintains a private practice with her father, MDS message “Play it Safe. Wear a Mouthguard.” The general dentist Dr. Heidi member Dr. Nathan Birnbaum, in Wellesley.) poster was mailed to more than 500 secondary Aaronson was the lucky On average, each athlete has one to two schools in Massachusetts, as well as select YMCAs dentist who recently fi t- mouthguards manufactured for them per season, and Boys and Girls Clubs, to be displayed in an area although that number increases “if they chew on visible to student-athletes. Dr. Heidi Aaronson fi ts Tateki their mouthguards while on the bench,” says If you would like to order a copy of this 12" x 24" Matsuda, a professional mixed martial artist, with a Dr. Aaronson. poster to display in your offi ce, you can request one at custom-made mouthguard. “Zdeno is unique in that he specifi cally re- www.massdental.org/mouthguardposter.

this issue Page 2 Page 4 Page 7 Page 12 ➢ ➢ ➢ MDS Foundation Calls MDS Testifi es on Labor Law Poster Leadership Institute for Ambassador Leaders Dental Assistant Regs. Deadline Postponed Gets Cooking EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

Robert E. Boose, EdD Ambassador Leaders Wanted FIRST DISTRICT for the MDS Foundation TRUSTEE REPORT

Just as money is the Do you have what it takes or know Jeffrey Dow, DMD “mother’s milk” of someone who has what it takes to be an politics, volunteers are the lifeblood of any Ambassador for the MDS Foundation in One of the constants in life is change. Change not-for-profi t association. Members who your district? Do you have the following impacts our profession and the business of give of their time are vital to helping the characteristics and leadership skills? dentistry, but not always in a positive manner. MDS Foundation achieve its goals and its • You can commit to the Foundation’s How well we can anticipate change, try to mission, which is using charitable resources mission and goals. infl uence and control it, and understand it to improve the oral health are vital if we are to continue to be the of Massachusetts residents “Members who give • You can devote 2 to 4 preeminent voice of dentistry. and improve access to care hours per month to par- of their time are vital The ADA House of Delegates passed a for the underserved popula- ticipate in conference to helping the resolution calling for a study to be conducted tion. As you are aware, in calls, make short presen- by an outside entity to see how well the 2009 the MDS House of MDS Foundation tations at district meet- ADA’s governance is working. As a member Delegates approved a special ings, and coordinate with achieve its goals of the Board’s Governance Committee, I look three-year assessment for district leadership on and its mission.” forward to the process and results. What the purpose of establishing Foundation events. was relevant even 10 years ago might not be an endowment fund for the • You are a visionary who sees beyond the signifi cant today. We will look at the size of Foundation. “now” and can focus on future needs. our system, including the House of Delegates, In keeping with that mission, the • You have a track record of participating Councils and Committees, and the Board. We Foundation has recently recommended in successful fundraising and charitable need to look at how we choose our leaders, to the MDS Board of Trustees that it events. and fi nd the balance between geographic award a total of $90,643 in grants to four representation and selecting people with • You understand teamwork and have programs from the Board Designated Net specifi c skill sets without regard to geo- strong interpersonal and communica- Asset Endowment Fund. This is the second graphic considerations. From my perspective, tion skills. 2 year that the Foundation has awarded the major consideration is: Are we as effi cient such grants. So, in the past two years, we • You have enthusiasm and passion for as possible and spending your dues in an ap- have awarded more than $221,000 to nine this challenge. propriate way? I will report more as we move access-to-care programs across the state. If you possess these qualities or wish forward with this process. The endowment fund’s current funding to nominate someone who does, contact We all receive a number of trade publica- goal is $2.5 million by 2016. From that me directly at [email protected] or tions in our offi ces, and some we read more corpus, the Foundation can continue to (800) 342-8747, ext 244. I look forward to thoroughly than others. This month’s Inside award special grants to worthy access-to- hearing from you and our elected leaders. Dentistry has some good articles in its “Year care projects across the Commonwealth on in Review” section. The Ad Council, known for behalf of our membership. ad campaigns like “Friends Don’t Let Friends Drive Drunk,” is beginning a three-year cam- However, in order for us to reach that paign to improve children’s oral health. While goal, we need special volunteers who have most of us will think this campaign is a great the passion to assist the Foundation at the idea, it will also be used by advocates for district level. At its most recent meeting, A Bimonthly Newsletter of the change to demonstrate their points. Another the Foundation Board asked me, as Clerk Massachusetts Dental Society article deals with the American Academy of of the Board, to develop a process to iden- Charles L. Silvius, DDS Public Health Dentistry’s proposed curriculum tify two Ambassadors for the MDS Foun- President guidelines for training a new workforce model dation in each of our 13 districts. This is Anthony N. Giamberardino, DMD —dental therapists. There are articles from just the fi rst of many communications that Secretary the W. K. Kellogg Foundation and the Institute I will issue to ask our members to consider Robert E. Boose, EdD of Medicine calling for the same workforce volunteering their time for this important Executive Director changes. It is imperative at a state level to be endeavor; I will also be requesting nomi- Scott G. Davis aware of these proposed changes, be involved nations from district chairs and the MDS Chief Communications Offi cer in any conversations about change, and try to Board of Trustees. Once we identify a pool Melissa Carman infl uence change to best serve our patients of volunteers, we will conduct a luncheon Managing Editor of Publications & Website and our profession. I hope you read these orientation session prior to the April 2012 Jeanne M. Burdette articles and stay abreast of the many groups MDS Foundation Board meeting. Manager, Graphic Design who are trying to change our profession. Shelley Padgett As always, I value your thoughts and can Graphic Designer be reached at [email protected]. Follow us on:

MDS Connection January - February 2012 Access to Care Veterans Receive Free Care on the Cape On this past Veterans Day, some veterans on Cape care at his practice, East Brewster Dental. When Cod received a special thank you for service to Dr. Bellorini arrived at his offi ce at 6:30 that morn- their country: no-cost dental care provided through ing, there was already a line of veterans forming a Dentistry from the Heart event. Founded in for the 8:00 a.m. fi rst-come, fi rst-served event. At- 2001 by Dr. Vincent Monticciolo from New Port tendees were asked to bring proof of service, such Richey, Florida, Dentistry from the Heart is as DD-214 papers, and were encouraged to wear a national nonprofi t organization dedicated to any medals they received from their service. providing free dental care to the underserved and “We did extractions, fi llings, cleanings, and den- those without dental insurance. Dentists and their ture repairs on 50 veterans spanning the decades, Dr. Stephen Bellorini (center) provided free dental care to staffs from across the United States and Canada from World War II through Desert Storm,” says veterans Samuel and Katherine DiNallo. The DiNallos met donate their time throughout the year by opening Dr. Bellorini. “All of the veterans were very appre- in the Marine Corps and have been married for 54 years. their offi ces for a day (or sometimes more) of free ciative . . . some had not been to the dentist in dental care for their communities. 15 years and needed extractions of multiple care, this MDS member gave these patients much- MDS member Stephen Bellorini, DMD, hosted infected teeth.” needed dental treatment “from the heart.” his own Dentistry from the Heart event on By volunteering to treat—at no charge— For more information on Dentistry from the November 11, 2011, by providing no-cost dental veterans who might not otherwise receive dental Heart, visit www.dentistryfromtheheart.org.

MDS Member Helps Local Kids MASSHEALTH UPDATE “Fall” for Smiles Survey Says . . . It’s not every day you see a life- By Tracy Chase, MassHealth Contract Director size tube of toothpaste and a toothbrush waving at you from the In September, DentaQuest mailed out from an insurer electronically to sidewalk—but had you driven by the annual provider satisfaction sur- the bank account of their choice. the Ashland offi ce of MDS member vey for MassHealth. I’d like to share In the coming months, MassHealth 3 John Zarrella, DMD, on October 21, some results of the survey with you will be moving toward an EFT 2011, that’s just what you would that provide insights into the satisfac- requirement to assist with effi- have seen. That day, Dr. Zarrella’s tion level of MassHealth providers. ciency of claims. Please stay tuned staff dressed up to promote their MassHealth and DentaQuest are for communications surrounding in-house, free-care day, known as pleased to report that nine out of this transition. Fall for Smiles, to area residents. 10 providers are satisfi ed with the The vast majority of providers Fall for Smiles is a nationwide MassHealth Program, and 94 percent responding to the survey use tech- campaign sponsored by Oral Health Dr. John Zarrella and his staff pause while indicated that they wish to continue nology. Of those who responded, treating a patient at their Fall for Smiles event America to promote good oral on October 21 in Ashland. participation. 97 percent use a computer and health habits to the public, including Continuity of care among 96 percent have Internet access. A the importance of dental visits, healthy food choices, and avoiding tobacco members is a key component of the high number, 99 percent, have visited products. As part of the program, Dr. Zarrella and his staff offered free sealants MassHealth Program. The continued the MassHealth web portal and all and fl uoride varnishes to area children. The local television station in Hopkin- participation of MassHealth providers reported to have found it useful. ton, HCAM-TV, even stopped by to report on the event. is critical to the program’s success. Two out of three providers stated “It is always a pleasure for me to extend my services to our local com- More than 72 percent of MassHealth that they submit all or most claims munity and to help children be healthier—children who may otherwise never providers who responded have been electronically. receive these basic services,” says Dr. Zarrella. “I believe that most dentists I participating in the program for four I would like to thank each offi ce know are more than willing to provide basic complimentary care to help those in or more years. that took the time to complete the the community who may be less fortunate and cannot get regular dental care.” MassHealth survey. I know how busy In addition to the free-care day at his offi ce, Dr. Zarrella recently partici- Technology you all are and appreciate the extra pated in a free lecture series The use of technology continues to effort. hosted by Hopkinton Drug, Inc., increase as the need for expedited This survey gives the MassHealth which is open to the public, information is required to achieve provider community a voice in the where Dr. Zarrella spoke on the administrative effi ciency. The more administration of the program. The importance of oral health and dentists use tools like the MassHealth survey results tell us what we’re how it relates to overall health. web portal and electronic funds doing well and what you’d like to For more information about transfer (EFT), the more time they can see us improve on. I assure you that Fall for Smiles, visit http:// spend with patients. your opinions count when we make oralhealthamerica.org/ EFT is the means by which an decisions about the future of the A tube of toothpaste and a toothbrush—a.k.a. participate/ office can receive reimbursement program. Dr. Zarrella’s staff—were on hand to promote the event. fall-for-smiles.

MDS Connection www.massdental.org Legislative MDS Testifi es on Proposed Board of Trustees Update Regulations for Dental Assistants Highlights from the November 9, 2011, Board of Trustees meeting. On Wednesday, November 16, 2011, MDS President Dr. Charles Silvius testifi ed at a public hearing of the • President Dr. Charles Board of Registration in Dentistry (BORID). The Silvius appointed the purpose of the hearing was for BORID to hear com- following members ments on proposed regulations regarding the licensure, to the newly formed education, and supervision of dental assistants. Leadership Task Force: “The licensure of dental assistants is a signifi cant Drs. Margaret Errante, change to the practice of dentistry in Massachusetts,” Ben Falk, Laura Glicks- testifi ed Dr. Silvius. “There is a need for substantial man, Joseph Guarino, notifi cation, education, and training around these Rob Leland, Romesh regulations.” To read the full text of Dr. Silvius’s Nalliah, Kristine Seibel, Dr. Kristine Seibel testimony, visit www.massdental.org/testimony. and Abol Massih Tehrani. BORID will begin reviewing the public comments • The Board voted to forward a resolution to the in 2012. Please look for important information about ADA House of Delegates to eliminate recep- the promulgation of these regulations in upcoming tions for ADA President-elect candidates. MDS communications. • Secretary Dr. Anthony Giamberardino presented a recommendation to add a trustee liaison to attend and report on BORID meetings. Lan- Brookline Endodontist Hosts Grassroots guage will be added to the Manual of the Board of Trustees to that effect. The Board Event with Sen. Cynthia Stone Creem approved Wachusett Trustee Dr. Stephen Shea as the 2011–2012 BORID Trustee Liaison. On Thursday, December 8, 2011, MDS Grassroots Network • Assistant Secretary Dr. William Dennis an- member Dr. Ramzi Sarkis hosted several of his local colleagues nounced that his district (Worcester) has 4 at his Brookline offi ce for a meeting with Sen. Cynthia Stone nominated him for the office of MDS secretary. Creem (D-Brookline) to discuss the Society’s efforts to pass noncovered services legislation (H-323 and S-409) in the • Middlesex District Trustee Dr. Janis Moriarty current legislative session. Last January, Senator Creem joined announced that her district has nominated her 19 of her colleagues in the Senate and 27 in the House of for the office of MDS assistant secretary.

Representatives in cosponsoring this legislation. Additionally, Sen. Cynthia Stone Creem • The Board heard a presentation on a Prescrip- Senator Creem is the lead sponsor of the MDS-sponsored bill tion Monitoring Program from Adele Audet and S-1085—An Act to Conduct a Comprehensive Study of Oral Grant Carrow, assistant director and director, Injuries in School Sports, which would authorize a study by the respectively, of the Drug Control Program Department of Public Health to investigate the safety of student athletes in Massachusetts. at the Massachusetts Department of Public If you have any questions about the MDS Grassroots Network or are interested in becoming Health. involved, please contact Victoria Ryan, coordinator of grassroots advocacy, at (800) 342-8747, • The Board discussed a resolution on the possi- ext. 242, or [email protected]. bility of limited license dentists performing the duties of expanded function dental assistants. The Board voted to direct the issue to the Committee on Governmental Affairs. • The Board voted to accept the recommended action of an October 19 Board of Trial that a The MDS-PAC Joins Facebook member be suspended for the 2011–2012 membership year. The member did not abide by the decision of peer review after having agreed If you’re an MDS-PAC/MDS-People’s Commit- If you have any questions about the MDS-PAC to do so. tee member, or just interested in dentistry and or would like to donate to the political branch politics, be sure to check out the new MDS-PAC of organized dentistry, please contact Victoria • ASDA representatives from each of the three Facebook page. Log in today and “Like” our page Ryan, coordinator of grassroots advocacy, directly dental schools spoke to the Board about for updates from MDS staff and MDS-PAC board at (800) 342-8747, ext. 242, or vryan@ the connection between their activities and members on Massachusetts state politics and massdental.org. those of the MDS. They emphasized that the legislative initiatives pertaining to dentistry. Just MDS, through orientations, Lunch and Learn search for “Massachusetts Dental Society PAC” meetings, and other events, were effectively and look for the MDS-PAC logo. bridging the students’ experience to organized dentistry.

MDS Connection January - February 2012 Insurance & Finance

ard–Tufts Health Stew Plan: Th e Wav e of the F By George Gonser uture? Mr. Gonser is CEO of MDSIS–Spring Insurance Group.

In September 2011, Steward Health Care System Chief Executive Offi cer Ralph So, is this arrangement the wave of the future or just a blast from the de la Torre announced that Steward Health Plan would be teaming up with past? Back in the 1990s, the health maintenance organization (HMO) explo- Tufts Health Plan to offer employers a lower-cost health insurance plan. I sion saw people fl ocking to a restricted plan structure. As the late 1990s happened to be at the meeting where Dr. de la Torre made the announcement, rolled around, people were leaving HMOs in droves. The 2000s saw price and the audience’s reaction was one of surprise and anticipation. hikes in excess of 125 percent and, as a result, an appetite for a cheaper Going into effect in early 2012, this limited network plan will be available to alternative grew. Stripped-down, the entire concept is choice and cost. Ultra- the general public, mainly targeting smaller-sized businesses. The angle being fl exible preferred provider organization (PPO) plans have a heftier price tag, promoted is that restricting where patients go for treatment will be the “prescrip- while the HMO with a limited network and options is cheaper. The Steward– tion” for curbing health insurance premiums and subsequent renewal increases. Tufts offering is very restrictive; you must seek services at one of Steward’s With Steward Community Choice, members must receive all routine health eight hospitals and with its affi liated physicians. Therefore, if you don’t live care through Steward’s network of eight community hospitals (the number or work near one of these hospitals, you probably won’t fi nd this option a through January 2012, as that number may increase) and/or their affi liated viable alternative. physicians. There will be comprehensive coverage with a zero, $15, or $20 Insurance carriers, hospitals, and hospital chains are also looking into devis- copayment, coupled with a zero, $1,000, or $2,000 deductible. Services that ing plans to compete with the Steward–Tufts plan. Expect additional plans to cannot be delivered by the Steward network will have the safety net of Mas- be formed in 2012 and beyond. However, this “new” initiative begs the follow- sachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital for adult care, ing question: Will the general public’s desire, never mind demand, for choice and MassGeneral Hospital for Children for pediatric care. The wrinkle is that and fl exibility in all components of our life dampen the potential success of Steward is sharing the risk with Tufts Health Plan, which will be acting as the this venture? The economy, struggles of small businesses, and continued high administrator for the plan. unemployment rates will ultimately drive businesses to look into cheaper The estimated savings for these plans are upwards of 30 percent, but alternatives, at least for the time being. conservative estimates are in the 10 to 15 percent range. These savings are In addition, with these plans comes the need for a higher degree of so- 5 in comparison to in force rates, so the potential savings are not only robust, phistication, educational requirements, and skill to baseline the plans against but also offer an exciting alternative for the marketplace. While quoting of alternatives. This is where MDSIS–Spring can help. Contact us at (800) 821- the product begins in early 2012, there is a certain buzz in the industry as to 6033 to have us run an analysis of the Steward–Tufts plan and many others where this product fi ts and what the next steps will be. to see which one best meets the needs of your practice.

Ask the Experts: I’m Retiring to a State with No Income Tax. Can My Former State Tax My Retirement Benefi ts?

The short answer is “no.” However, the law provides only limited protection for nonqualified deferred In the past, several states enacted “source tax” laws that attempted to compensation plan benefits. Benefits paid from nonqualified plans that are tax retirement benefits if they were earned in that state, regardless of where designed solely to pay benefits in excess of certain Internal Revenue Code a taxpayer resided when the benefits were ultimately paid. For example, if you limits (for example, Section 415 excess benefit plans) are covered by the law. earned a $50,000 annual pension while working in California and then retired Also covered are nonqualified plan (for example, top-hat plan) benefits that to Florida, California would attempt to tax those benefits, even though you are paid over the employee’s lifetime, or over a period of at least 10 years. were no longer a California resident. Examples of benefits that are not covered by the law include stock options, But, in 1996, a federal law was enacted (P.L. 104-95) that prohibited states stock appreciation rights (SARs), and restricted stock. from taxing certain retirement benefits paid to nonresidents. As a result, if your retirement benefits are covered by the law (most are—see below), only the Eastern Dental Financial Insurance Agency, state in which you reside (or are domiciled) can tax those benefits. 200 Friberg Parkway, Suite 2002, Westborough, MA 01581 Whether you’re a resident of, or domiciled in, a state is determined by the Phone (800) 898-3342 Website: www.edic.com/fi nancial-services.html laws of that particular state. In general, your residence is the place you actually Copyright © 2012 Forefi eld Inc. live. Your domicile is your permanent legal residence; even if you don’t cur- All rights reserved. rently live there, you have an intent to return and remain there. The law applies to all qualified plans, including: 401(k)s, profit-sharing plans, and defined benefit plans; individual retirement accounts (IRAs); simpli- fied employee pension IRAs (SEP-IRAs); Internal Revenue Section 403(a) annui- ties; Section 403(b) plans; Section 457(b) plans; and governmental plans.

MDS Connection www.massdental.org Communications MDS Communications Programs Recognized The Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals recently honored the MDS with a total of nine separate awards for publications and communication programs produced over the past year. The MarCom Awards are an international creative competition that recognizes outstanding achievement by marketing and communication Good Oral Health Can Be “Wrapped Around Your Finger” professionals. The MDS was honored with Platinum Awards for Word of The MDS Standing Committee on Communications launched a new statewide radio cam- Mouth® and for the “Who’s in Your paign in January to continue to educate the public on the important relationship between Wallet” direct mail piece sent to mem- oral health and overall health. bers last winter on the issue of non- Four 30-second commercials were produced for the campaign, all of them highlighting covered services. the benefi ts of dental fl ossing. The campaign runs from January 16, 2012, through The Society re- February 19, 2012. ceived Gold Awards At the beginning and end of each message is a short song produced for the MDS and for the Journal of created for this campaign. Part of this song is also now being used on the home page of the Massachusetts the Public section of the MDS website, www.massdental.org/for-the-public. Dental Society, The following stations have been broadcasting the commercials: for the feature Boston: WBMX-FM; WJMN-FM; WKLB-FM; WMJX-FM; WXKS-FM; WBZ-AM story “Remember- Cape Cod: WCOD-FM; WMVY-FM; WQRC-FM ing Norman Becker, Fall River/New Bedford: WFHN-FM DDS,” written Pittsfi eld: WBEC-FM; WUPE-AM and FM by MDS Chief Com- Springfi eld: WHYN-FM; WMAS-FM; WPKX/WRNX-FM munications Offi cer Scott Davis; for a Worcester: WXLO-FM radio commercial on the importance of 6 dental exams for students entering or returning to school in the fall; and for MDS Members Inducted as ICD Fellows its “Tooth Fairy” transit ad.

Additionally, the MDS was recog- nized with Honorable Mention Awards for its “OH, NO” radio spot, for its “Graffi TEETH” transit ad, and for a Tooth Brushing Timer. Entries are annually submitted for the MarCom Awards by a wide range Ten MDS members were inducted as new Fellows of the International College of Dentists (ICD) at a of professional organizations, including ceremony on October 10, 2011, in Las Vegas. Pictured, from left: Drs. Frederick Hains, Joseph Wegiel, ad agencies, PR fi rms, and Fortune 500 David Lustbader, Rustom Mehta, Mina Paul, Cherie Bishop, Raymond Martin, Peter Delli Colli, companies. ICD Deputy Regent Lisa Vouras, Paul Vankevich, and Derek Wolkowicz.

Delta and BC/BS Release 2012 Fee Schedules By now, most members should have received the new 2012 fee schedules from both Delta Dental and Blue Cross Blue Shield (BC/BS). Delta Dental announced a 2.1 percent increase based on the National Dental CPI (as mandated by the Division of Insurance). Coupled with the mandatory reduction in the discount to 1.8 percent in 2012, this represents an overall increase of 3.3 percent. The 2.1 percent increase is to be applied procedure by procedure. BC/BS announced an overall aggregate increase of 1 percent in the fee schedule. If you have not yet received either of these fee schedules, you should contact Delta and BC/BS directly.

MDS Connection January - February 2012 Membership Boston Pilot Event Focuses on “Hot Topics”

The Greater Boston Pilot Group presented its fi rst-ever town hall style meeting—“Hot Topics in Dentistry: Issues Affecting Your Career Today”—at the Omni Parker Dr. Carl McManama spoke on the topic of ethics and professionalism in the academic setting at the Greater Boston Pilot Group event. House in Boston on Thursday, December 1, 2011. More than 80 dentists and dental students attended the seminar, which featured an informative presentation led by MDS members Drs. Omar Ghoneim, Judith Jones, Carl McManama, and MDS President Dr. Charles Silvius, followed by a question-and-answer session and open discussion. Topics covered included Delta Dental fee methodology, limited licenses, ethics and professionalism in dental schools, and the private-public partnership. The event was cospon- sored by Nobel Biocare and Straumann. For more information on how you can become involved with planning MDS President Dr. Charles Silvius informed events in Boston with the Greater Boston Pilot Group, please contact Lisa Davis at [email protected] attendees about the issues surrounding Delta or (800) 342-8747, ext. 207. Dental’s fee policies and the importance of the noncovered services legislation.

Update on Labor Law Posters The requirement that dental offi ces post the National Labor Relations poster by January 31, 2012, has been postponed again to April 30, 2012. The MDS will monitor this and keep you informed. In addition, the MDS has reviewed all the federal and state poster requirements for MDS members. The two posters you now have (one state, one federal) that were provided to you by the MDS are current. Each poster has a 2010 date in the right-hand corner. No new posters are necessary at this time. Discard any correspondence from “vendors” notifying you of the need to purchase new posters. As usual, if there are new updates or changes that you need, the MDS will provide new posters as a member benefi t. 7

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Contact EDIC today at (800) 898-3342 for a quick, free, no obligation quote. For more information, visit • Learn the growth potential of your area www.edic.com. • Receive in-depth information on your patient base, including age, income, size of household, and more • Identify patient lifestyle preferences, such as what they buy and read, as well as their leisure Renew Your Membership activities Annual dues for the American Dental Association, MDS, and district societies are • Discover how to market to your desired patient due for renewal. If you haven’t already submitted your membership dues, you base to achieve a higher return on investment can pay online at www.massdental.org. If you have any questions about your Bank of America Practice Solutions is an Affi nity dues or member benefi ts, please contact the MDS Membership Department Partner of the MDS. For more information, visit the at (800) 342-8747. MDS Affi nity Partner page at www.massdental. org/affi nity. MDS Connection www.massdental.org Visit www.massdental.org/ce to register or for a complete list of upcoming courses and descriptions, YANKEE INSTITUTE as well as directions to the MDS. INTRODUCTION TO DENTAL ASSISTING DAYTIME PROGRAM PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS Dates: Thursdays, March 15–April 12, 2012 (Five Sessions) Time: 9:00 am–3:30 pm LEAD INSTRUCTOR MDS Headquarters, Southborough Ellen Gambardella, CDA, Fee: $1,495 MEd, is director of dental CE Hours: 41 Lecture, Hands-On, Workshop assisting at the Minuteman Career and Technical Training RADIOLOGY CERTIFICATION School, recipient of the MDS Date: Friday, May 4, 2012, Lecture Teacher of the Year Award, Time: 8:30 am–4:30 pm the Dr. LeClaire Award for MDS Headquarters, Southborough Educator of the Year, and Date: Saturday, May 5, 2012, Clinical Session has been appointed by the Time: 10:30 am–2:30 pm Massachusetts Department of Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine Education to develop dental assisting teacher licensing REGISTRATION ALSO INCLUDES: PREPARE TO TAKE THE DANB EXAM examinations for the state. Date: Saturday, June 23, 2012 A former faculty member Time: 8:30 am–2:00 pm at Tufts and Northeastern CE Hours: 4 Workshop universities, she has lectured Limited Capacity—Only 15 students nationwide and is an author and a specialist in the fi eld of The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the growth rate for dental assistants from 2008 through accelerated learning. 2018 will be 36 percent. This program provides a solid foundation for individuals wishing to learn basic dental assisting skills. Each class is a combination of technical knowledge and hands-on training. RADIOLOGY INSTRUCTORS Anita Gohel, BDS, PhD, is Students will receive: a diplomate of the American ➢ Certifi cate in Radiology, which qualifi es individuals to legally take X-rays in Massachusetts Board of Oral and Maxillofacial ➢ 8 Two-year certifi cation (BLS Health Care Provider) by the American Heart Association Radiology and Oral Medicine, ➢ Summary of training and director of oral diagnosis ➢ Letter of recommendation and radiology, and associate ➢ Individual attention—Each class will be limited to 15 students professor in the department of general dentistry at the Boston Admission Criteria: High school diploma or GED equivalency is required. University Henry M. Goldman * This is not a dental assistant certifi cation program. School of Dental Medicine. Mary Ellen Sholes, AAS, is a Topics Covered: RECENT TESTIMONIAL dental radiology technologist DENTAL ASSISTING at the Boston University Henry ➢ Employment opportunities “I thoroughly enjoyed the Basic Dental Assisting M. Goldman School of Dental ➢ Communication and work ethic skills course offered at the Massachusetts Dental Society. Medicine. ➢ As someone who has never worked in the fi eld of Dental vocabulary and terminology CPR INSTRUCTOR ➢ Four-handed dentistry dentistry, I was a little nervous that I would be unable ➢ to keep up with the class. However, I was able to Kelly Hartman, MEd, is a Dental anatomy certifi ed CPR/AED/fi rst aid ➢ follow along with ease. The curriculum was great, Dental charting and medical history review instructor and trained BLS ➢ and the binder full of notes, PowerPoint slides, and Instruments and instrument transfer other materials was a very helpful resource. I enjoyed instructor. DENTAL MATERIALS AND PROCEDURES the hands-on and interactive lessons, which helped PREPARE TO TAKE THE DANB ➢ Restorative procedures me to apply what I was learning in the lectures to a EXAM INSTRUCTOR ➢ ‘real-life’ scenario. The MDS staff was very friendly and Tray/cassette setups Christine R. Moran, CDA, supportive, and was always asking if they could be of ➢ Manipulation of impression materials RDH, is a dental assistant help to anyone in the class. ➢ Manipulation of dental cements instructor at Tri-County ➢ Pouring models This class was a great introduction to the fi eld of Regional Vocational Technical ➢ Temporary crowns dentistry, and I would highly recommend this course High School and adjunct faculty ➢ Suctioning to anyone. It was a great experience and helped me in the Community College of develop a further interest in dentistry. Thank you, Rhode Island dental assisting INFECTION CONTROL MDS!” and dental hygiene programs. ➢ OSHA protocols —Meghan Croft ➢ Bloodborne pathogen standard ➢ Sterilization ➢ Disinfection The Massachusetts Dental Society is an ADA CERP-recognized provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

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GENERAL DENTIST—Two to four days. Work PERIODONTIST—Board certifi ed. Available smarter, not harder. Upscale South Central Mas- part-time for perio, general, or multispecialty To advertise in the MDS CONNECTION, contact Although the Massachusetts Dental Society the ad coordinator at (508) 449-6076 or visit believes that advertisements published in the sachusetts town. Well-established general prac- practice. Local training, with excellent chair- the MDS website at www.massdental. MDS CONNECTION are from reputable sources, tice in a bright, spacious, state-of-the-art working side communication skills. Versed in all phases org and submit an ad online. Payment in the Society neither investigates the offers environment. Professional, friendly, motivated of surgical treatment, particularly implant advance, covering the number of insertions, made nor assumes responsibility for them. support team. Associate position available two placement. Please email certifi edperio@ is required. The MDS reserves the right to decline and/or to four days. Must have the ability and commit- yahoo.com. 50 words or less (per insertion) ...... $55 withdraw advertisements at its discretion. ment to provide comprehensive quality care and 50¢ each additional word Deadline for Ad Published possess good interpersonal skills. Great potential. PRACTICES/OFFICES FOR SALE OR RENT Rate includes immediate web posting February 1 ...... March-April Call (508) 347-9336 or contact michelle@ PRACTICE FOR SALE ON THE SOUTH SHORE— MDS Box ...... $15 extra April 1 ...... May-June confi dentalcenter.com. Mature practice is being sold under the Upon publication, all classifi ed advertise- June 1 ...... July-August appraised value, owner relocating. Ideal ments are posted on the MDS website at August 1 ...... September-October PERIODONTAL ASSOCIATE wanted to work location includes parking, walking dis- www.massdental.org. October 1 ...... November-December part-time in a North Shore periodontal practice. tance to T, shops, etc. There is a wait- Reply to a classifi ed advertisement by December 1 ...... January-February Looking for a friendly, motivated, dedicated perio- ing list to see the practice and it will be addressing the envelope to: MDS CONNECTION dontist with great interpersonal skills and with shown in the order of request. Please email For the most current MDS Classifi ed listings, Classifi ed Box ______please visit www.massdental.org/ expertise in all aspects of perio and implant treat- ssdentaloffi [email protected]. Two Willow Street, Suite 200 publications/classifi ed-ads. ment. Contact MDS Box 1231. Southborough, MA 01745 OFFICE SPACE—Concord Woods Dental/Medi- RURAL COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER located cal building in Concord, MA. 1,502-sq.-ft. con- in the foothills of the Berkshires seeks a PT or FT dominium to rent or buy. Ample parking. Low EQUIPMENT TO BUY OR SELL tial buy-in for high-quality candidate. Recent dentist. Salaried position with generous benefi ts condo fees. Call (617) 926-1097. FOR SALE—Self-contained unit, color white and anticipated 2012 graduates are also en- and possible eligibility for state and federal edu- (contains compressor, vacuum system, water couraged to apply. Please send CV/resume to cational repayment programs. New dentists en- RANDOLPH OFFICE SPACE—Gorgeous dental supply, and handpiece control). Excellent condi- [email protected]. couraged to apply. Send CV to: Human Resources space. Built-out and plumbed. Includes recep- tion. No plumbing needed, just a 110-volt out- Mgr/MDS, 58 Old North Road, Worthington, MA tion area, secretary area, four treatment labs, let. Purchased in 2007 from Ross Orthodontics TWO GENERAL DENTIST POSITIONS—North 01098 or [email protected]. AA/EOE. private bathroom, kitchen/lunch facilities, pri- for $4,995. Used for two years then placed in Shore Community Health, Inc. operates three vate administrative offi ce(s). Additional space storage. $2,500 or BRO. Contact (978) 535- primary care sites, each offering dental services. WELL-ESTABLISHED FAMILY PRACTICE in Milford, available if/when needed for expansion. Lo- 5353 or [email protected]. Gloucester Family Health Dental Clinic has an MA, seeks general dentist. Schedule is 11:00 a.m. cated on highly traffi cked North Main Street immediate opening for a general dentist, and – 8:00 p.m., Thursdays 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., and (Route 28), Randolph. Many area amenities. DENTAL EQUIPMENT FOR SALE—Pelton & the soon-to-be-open, state-of-the-art Peabody Saturdays twice monthly from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Immediate access to public transportation. Crane track lighting, Belmont Belray X-ray, Family Health Dental Clinic is also seeking a Candidates must possess strong communication Private entrance, plenty of parking, excellent Belmont X-ray, Schick CDR sensors (size two), general dentist. Both sites offer National Health skills and work ethic. Two years’ experience or rental rates. Please call Mike at MST Proper- Dental EZ chair, Belmont chair, assistant stools, Service Corps loan repayment. Please contact GPR preferred. Endodontic and oral surgery skills ties, Inc., at (781) 249-9555. operator stools, Pelton & Crane autoclave, Cope- Gloria Riley at (978) 825-1111. a plus. Position has high earning potential. Email lemantic Compressor, Dental EZ suction pump, resume/CV to [email protected]. PAPERLESS, MODERN OFFICE right off I-93 amalgam fi ltration. Call (508) 653-2100. EXPERIENCED ORTHODONTIST NEEDED— for lease to specialist only. Fifteen miles north Newton. Established ortho-pedo practice in mul- SEEKING AN ASSOCIATE DENTIST to join our of Boston, one or two days per week. A-Dec WANTED TO BUY—Dental delivery unit, junction tispecialty group is looking for an experienced state-of-the-art practice on Cape Cod. We have a chairs, well-trained staff. Professional offi ce 10 box, dental chair, and operatory light. Will pur- orthodontist two to three days per week. Please well-established practice with a vision and tradi- park. Ideal for satellite offi ce or start new of- chase as package or separately. Call (781) 272- email CV to [email protected]. tion of providing excellent, comprehensive oral fi ce at lowest up-front cost. Email jkrol945@ 5890 or email [email protected]. health care and exceptional customer service. gmail.com. NATICK—This well-established large multi- Achieving this objective requires a commitment to FOR SALE—Equipment. Schick CDR Sensors in specialty practice needs a general practitioner continuing education, as well as exceptional tech- NEW ENGLAND PRACTICE TRANSITIONS— excellent condition with original box. Includes with two to three years’ experience to join our nical and communication skills. This is a unique Maine: Central Maine—Buy-in/buy-out, six CDR software. #0 (one each), #2 (three each). expanding adult practice. Prior experience in a opportunity to live and practice in a wonderful operatories, gross $1M; Portland area—Great Asking $2,750 each. If interested, please email private practice setting is essential. We have area—great lifestyle, beautiful beaches, and ac- opportunity, gross $780K, offi ce has fi ve oper- [email protected]. two days a week available for the right person. cess to major metropolitan areas. Please email atories, leased space; Southern Maine—Gross Please send resume/curriculum vitae to mike@ [email protected]. $845K, four operatories. This general practice CBITE.COM AND CBITEDDS.COM dental articu- gotfl oss.com. currently offers advanced procedures, such as lators and dental impression trays. Cbite.com has DENTAL DIRECTOR/DENTIST, GENERALIST—Full- oral surgery, perio, in addition to restorative been providing superior quality dental articula- GENERAL DENTIST needed for our offi ce located time. CHP has an immediate opening for a Massa- dentistry, crown, and bridge. Massachusetts: tors for many years. Cbitedds.com has innovated in Lowell. Our offi ce is committed to providing chusetts licensed dentist to provide general dental North Shore—Well-established family practice dental impression trays for dental implants. Visit quality patient care. We are searching for the services for pediatrics and adults, and direct the with room to grow, three operatories and two us today at cbite.com and cbitedds.com. right team player to fulfi ll this part-time oppor- operations and management of the dental prac- more plumbed, gross $487K, leased with con- tunity. Our clinical team and administrative staff tice and oversee a limited license dentist. The new do with option to buy; Braintree—Great South JOB OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE work as a team in a happy and caring working state-of-the-art practice is in beautiful Great Bar- Shore location, three operatories, gross $100K; ORTHODONTIST—Part-time, long-term. Seeking environment. Send your resume to rgoel@ rington, Massachusetts. Nestled in the Berkshire Canton—Gross $272K, two operatories, real orthodontist to join our well-established, state-of- telewizz.com or fax (978) 441-0711. Mountains, the area boasts both cultural and rec- estate available. New Hampshire: Hanover— the-art group practice. Orthodontic portion of our reational opportunities. The dental practice oper- Buy-in opportunity, new, modern equipment, practice is well established, well equipped, and DENTIST NEEDED—We are seeking a full-time ates as a program of our federally qualifi ed health gross $1.6M; Littleton—Five operatories, well organized. Every other Wednesday 12 noon- dentist to join our busy team of professionals. center. Competitive salary and benefi ts. Come gross $600K, modern offi ce, real estate avail- 7 p.m. (or longer if you wish). Please send resume We are looking for someone with exemplary and join our team and make a difference! Please able for sale or lease; beautiful Seacoast lo- to Dr. George Salem of Braintree at gtsalem@ clinical skills for our state-of-the-art offi ce. We contact [email protected]. See cation—Established, second-generation, gen- comcast.net or fax (781) 843-4364. concentrate on patient care. Very friendly staff. www.communityhealthprograms.org. eral dental practice has three operatories, nice Great work environment. Please fax your re- space in a historic building, gross $299K. New FT GENERAL DENTIST position available in a sume to (978) 535-1718 or email nancy@ JOB OPPORTUNITIES WANTED England Practice Transitions: The best choice newly renovated multispecialty practice in Bos- varinosdental.com. ENDODONTIST—Experienced, predictable out- for sellers and buyers. For information about ton. Free on-street parking, benefi ts, and possi- comes; available one day a week. Contact MDS our services or practice listings, please contact us ble future buyout. Must have a minimum of fi ve GENERAL DENTIST with minimum three years’ Box 1215. at (888) 888-6506 or www.newengland years’ clinical experience. Email pwb0620@ experience is needed one to two days per week practicetransitions.com. aol.com. for our paperless Boston offi ce. Great potential EXPERIENCED GENERAL DENTIST seeking a and compensation. Contact MDS Box 1247. position as GP in a practice or facility on Cape SOMERVILLE DENTAL OFFICE for lease. Den- GENERAL DENTIST ASSOCIATE wanted for busy, Cod, South Shore, or Downtown Boston. Facile tal offi ce available in Assembly Square, 2,445 well-established, and highly respected fam- EXPERIENCED ENDODONTIST with minimum in most procedures with extensive training in es- sq. ft. on third fl oor. Reception, bathroom, lab, ily dental practice south of Boston. Impressive three years’ experience is needed one day per thetics. Willing to work up to four days a week, X-ray, four operatory rooms, staff area, offi ce, dentist-owned building with beautiful curb ap- week for our Boston offi ce. Contact MDS Box prefer three. References and CV on request. Email records. Class A building with free parking, peal. Spacious, modern, and welcoming work 1247. [email protected] or call (617) 721-7172. drop-off, 24-hour access with security, food cafe, environment. Dedicated and supportive work fi tness center. Asking $21 per sq. ft. Contact staff. This is a unique opportunity for poten- (781) 322-8518 or [email protected]. MDS Connection January - February 2012 TO YOUR HEALTH

WAKEFIELD OFFICE SPACE—Space in dental ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE IN BILLERICA— building for rent to a specialist. Excellent op- Orthodontist leaving 35-year-old practice in Issues Relative to portunity, 1,200 sq. ft., fully equipped with December 2011 for health reasons. Dentist new equipment. Great location, exposure, and leaving all equipment and records. Lessor will parking. Call for details: (781) 864-4291 or give most generous lease to new occupant. GP the Transmission of (781) 864-4290, and leave voice message or and oral surgery practices located in the same text. Email [email protected]. building. Population 41,000 with only one other Bloodborne Pathogens orthodontic practice in town. Call Dr. Petronio at CONNECTICUT—General practice, $528K (561) 302-9425 or (561) 347-2336. As stated in the MDS Bylaws, the Dentist gross, $35K in recent upgrades, room for three Health and Wellness Committee (DHWC) is more operatories, 2011 Easy Dental, rental in- SERVICES come building. Price for practice: Free (no typo) BUYERS—We offer more than 25 years of den- directed “to provide assistance, education, if you purchase building. Reply to mark_l_ tal experience in the Greater Boston area to pro- and information on issues related to den- fi [email protected]. vide you with confi dential professional advice to tists’ well-being and substance abuse.” help locate and fi nance the proper practice for The following article was provided by CAPE COD, HYANNIS—Recently renovated fi rst- you, the buyer. We will guide you and the seller level offi ce, 1,450 sq. ft., turnkey, four operato- through the entire process, helping to structure Helene Bednarsh, who is director of the ries all plumbed, two bathrooms, business and a transition that makes sense. Because a prac- HIV Dental Ombudsperson Program of the private offi ce, wheelchair accessible, darkroom, tice worth buying should not have to be adver- Boston Public Health Commission and a volunteer consultant to DHWC. storage, ample parking. Lower level 1,200-sq.-ft. tised, we have never had to advertise a practice. In 1991, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) published “Recom- kitchen, large conference room, and storage. We make every attempt to show you only those Bonus rental option: Can be combined if desired practices that may be of interest to you, and all mendations for Preventing Transmission of Human Immunodefi ciency Virus with adjoining 1,600 sq. ft. for a total of 4,250 fees are paid by the seller. Please contact Arthur [HIV] and Hepatitis B Virus [HBV] to Patients During Exposure-Prone Proce- sq. ft. Previously occupied as medical clinic with B. Gordon, Northeast Dental Consulting, LTD. dures,” the fi rst comprehensive recommendations on the subject. According six treatment rooms, two bathrooms, business, (978) 774-2400. Fax: (978) 750-1444. Email: to the CDC: and private offi ce. Must see. Contact Sta-Just, [email protected]. LLC, at (508) 364-7200. • Infected health care workers (HCWs) who adhere to universal precau- SELLERS—If you are considering the sale of your tions and who do not perform invasive procedures pose no risk for MAINE, “The way life should be.” I have two dental practice, we offer more than 25 years of transmitting HIV or HBV to patients. dental practices. Locations are Windham dental experience to provide you confi dential ex- and Madwaska, $150K for each. Check the pert advice. We work closely with you, the seller, • Infected HCWs who adhere to universal precautions and who perform map, check the demographics, idiot proof. and your professional advisors to help mediate certain exposure-prone procedures pose a small risk for transmitting I need to move and sell for family reasons. a transaction that makes good common sense HBV to patients. Buy one or have them both. Drop me a note: while keeping professional fees as reasonable as • HIV is transmitted much less readily than HBV. [email protected]. possible. We take pride in the fact that we have never had to advertise a practice in order to sell • Mandatory testing of HCWs for HIV, HBsAg, or HBeAg is not DENTAL OFFICE FOR LEASE—Fully equipped, it. We have sold some of the premier practices recommended. three operatory rooms with fi ve chairs, wait- in the Greater Boston area and we look forward ing room, private offi ce, reception area, two to helping you. Please contact Arthur B. Gordon, The CDC cited three conditions that affect the risk of transmission: bathrooms, and parking. Please email barb@ Northeast Dental Consulting, LTD, (978) 774- • The HCW must be infected and have circulating virus. worcesterkidsdentist.com. 2400. Fax: (978) 750-1444. Email: arthur@ • The HCW must be injured or have a condition (such as weeping derma- 11 thedentalbroker.com. titis) that provides direct exposure to infected blood or body fluids. CAMBRIDGE OFFICE SPACE for lease—Perfect for dental use. 1,479 sq. ft. 950 Massachusetts DENTAL PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FOR • There must be an opportunity for the HCW’s blood or body fluid to Avenue, between Harvard and Central Squares; FREE—Highly successful retired dentist with directly contact a patient in a manner that could facilitate transmission. between Harvard and MIT. Strong professional more than 30 years’ experience and estab- In 1990, the CDC reported on possible transmission of HIV from a and academic demographics. Street level in lished profi table practices in New York and Class A building. Set back from street with Boston. Now visually disabled, I want to offer dentist to a patient and the identifi cation of six other HIV-infected patients private green space. Dedicated entry. Secure expertise and help in creating and managing also potentially linked to the dentist. The route of transmission remains garage parking. Signage included. Asking $32/ highly profi table and ethically successful dental unknown. However, there has been no additional documentation of HIV sq. ft. NNN. Contact (781) 459-0354 or email practices. I offer my expertise for however long transmission from dental professionals. By an Act of Congress, states had [email protected]. it may be necessary to jump-start your practice. Please email [email protected], with one year to develop a bloodborne pathogens policy for infected health care HARVARD, MA—3½-day general family prac- “Dentistry” in the subject line so I don’t delete it workers. There are variations among states. The Massachusetts plan rejected tice established 46 years. Tremendous growth as spam. Call my cell at (781) 883-1410. I require mandatory testing, mandatory patient notifi cation, and stressed the impor- potential. Focused on crown & bridge, restor- no payment, merely the sense of accomplishment. tance of monitoring one’s own health and adhering to the most current and ative, and cosmetic dentistry. Currently all spe- cialties referred out. Affl uent town, offi ce locat- SEEKING PRACTICES appropriate infection control guidelines. It also established a framework for ed in quaint country setting around the corner BURLINGTON—General and/or pediatric an expert review panel. These guidelines have not been updated, and there from schools. Long-standing clientele, dedicated practice(s) in or around Burlington wanted to has never been a request for a formal review panel. professional staff will continue with new doctor. buy. Call Dr. Lewis at (781) 272-5890 or email Federal and state disability laws provide legal protection to infected Adjoining home currently used as an income- [email protected]. producing family rental. 2010 gross was $336K, HCWs. Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 offers protec- despite doctor’s absence for months with health EXPERIENCED GP looking to purchase practice tion to HIV-infected HCWs by prohibiting discrimination against individuals problems. Email drjameshammond@msn. in Southeastern Massachusetts. Ideally has six based on their disability. The act intended to protect individuals who are com. Reference dr.jhammonddmd.com. to eight operatories, collections over $500K, but will consider all opportunities. I’m fl exible capable of working from being prevented to do so, based on perception, SINCE 1981, leaders in the Northeast, Jim with transition types, including you staying on fear, or ignorance. Kasper Associates, LLC: Specialists in valuation as associate. Approved for fi nancing. You can Since the early 1990s, there have been signifi cant advances in the treat- and sale of dental practices. Practices available contact me at [email protected]. ment of HIV, which are effective in viral suppression and immune restora- South Shore, Worcester County, MetroWest, Berkshires, Springfi eld, New Hampshire, Maine, tion. Viral suppression signifi cantly reduces the risk of HIV transmission. Vermont, Connecticut, and New York also. All in- Current data suggests the risk of transmission of HIV in oral health care quiries confi dential: Call (603) 355-2260 or visit settings is very low and can be reduced or prevented by the use of standard www.jimkasper.com. infection control measures. If any dental health care worker has questions or needs to talk with someone confi dentially, they may contact the DHWC Helpline at (800) 468-2004 for more information and/or a referral.

MDS Connection www.massdental.org Massachusetts Dental Society PRSRT STD Two Willow Street, Suite 200, Southborough, MA 01745-1027 US POSTAGE PAID (508) 480-9797 • (800) 342-8747 • Fax (508) 480-0002 WORCESTER MA www.massdental.org PERMIT NO. 2 Asked of the 2011 William Question McKenna Volunteer Heroes Address service requested in November 2011 What Is Your Favorite Word?

Justine Kelley, DMD Brookline and Boston

“ ‘Delicious’ because my two-year-old Leadership Institute Gets Cooking daughter just learned how to say Taranta Restaurant in Boston’s North End was the scene of a unique that word!” Italian culinary experience on November 30, 2011, when 15 dentists traded in their scrubs for aprons at the MDS Leadership Institute team-building cooking competition. This evening out provided an opportunity for the program’s participants to set their leadership skills in action. Leadership Institute participants were divided into teams that worked together to create a culinary masterpiece from scratch. The evening culminated in a delectable fi ve-course meal. Through this interactive program, the Leadership Institute participants discovered how to achieve their objectives by working as a cohesive team through effective communication, planning, and leadership. This challenge required full focus, openness to constructive criticism, cooperation, outside-the-box thinking, and, most impor- tantly, teamwork. Norman F. Rogers, DDS Since the MDS Leadership Institute’s inception in 2006, more than Methuen 80 dentists have completed the program, which includes four half-day “Family.” leadership development sessions and one team-building event, such as this one at Taranta. For more information on the MDS Leadership Revere dentist Dr. Priyadarshini Trikha demonstrates her pasta- Institute, contact Ellen Factor, MDS assistant director of membership, making—and teamwork—abili- at (800) 342-8747, ext. 228, or [email protected]. ties at the Leadership Institute's cooking competition at Taranta Restaurant.

Geraldine “Gigi” Garcia-Rogers, DMD Winchester and Reading

“ ‘Fagettaboudit.’ Did I mention that I am a transplanted New Yorker? It only works with the hand gestures.”