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Faculty of Dentistry,BULLETIN School of Dental Hygiene, the University of Manitoba Spring 2008 • Vol. 26 / No. 2 Gala honouring celebration alumni a real of distinction BLAST

office visit series on a roll Continuing Education A New Page in Continuing Dental Education New director, directions for University of Manitoba faculty

am pleased to present to you our new faculty, student and scholarly exchange. vision for Continuing Dental Education Thus, it is a very exciting time for us at the (CDE) at the University of Manitoba, faculty, as we hope to make a significant Faculty of Dentistry. impact on our dental profession. IThe Drive for Top Five will attempt to bring However, the goal of being the best the faculty to a higher level of recognition as cannot be accomplished without your input one of the top five dental schools in North and participation. America. I want to personally extend to you an Included in this very ambitious program is invitation to share with us your thoughts, the revamping of Continuing Dental Education comments and ideas on the type of programs by expanding its offerings to include you would like to see offered as part of our interprofessional education, electronic and platform. web-based learning environments, blended Not only will it assist us in conceptualizing vacation-educational venues, and “on- and implementing programs to fit your demand” programs. specific needs, but will also help our dentists These will complement the traditional and students expand their professional realm Dr. Hubert Benitez, DDS lecture and “hands-on” program formats. and achieve excellence. Director, In addition, conversations are underway I wish you success in 2008, and look forward Continuing Dental Education to establish international partnerships to meeting and speaking to you personally. Faculty of Dentistry, U of M throughout Latin America with other dental If you have any questions, suggestions or schools, to deliver programs to new target concerns, please contact me any time. audiences and constituencies and promote

Coming in 2008 - 2009 Expanding The Realm Of Dental Practice A sneak peek at the Fall 2008 - Winter 2009 CDE calendar

Erosion, Amorphous Calcium Phosphate and Remineralization Successful Clinical Applications of CAD-CAM Technologies Sarita Arteaga, DMD, MAGD (Hands-on Clinical Course) President, Hispanic Dental Association, Renato Roperto, DDS, MSc, PhD University of Connecticut, School of Dental Medicine University of Manitoba, Faculty of Dentistry

The Dentist’s and Dental Hygienist Roles in Oral Health Caring Determines Success in Dental Treatment Promotion and Prevention – A Public Health Perspective Charles Lekic DDM, MSc, PhD Christopher Okunseri, BDS, MSc., DDPH University of Manitoba, Faculty of Dentistry Marquette University, School of Dentistry Orofacial Pain: From Benchtop To Bedside Functional Aesthetic Dentistry Gary Klasser, DMD Hands-on Clinical Course, University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Dentistry (with generous support from Dentsply Canada) Bruce Kleeberger, BSc, DDS A Common Sense Approach To Geriatric Dentistry General Dental Practice, British Columbia Ruth Goldblatt, DMD, FAGD Key Opinion Leader group of Dentsply Canada University of Connecticut, School of Dental Medicine

Picture Yourself In ‘The Jewel Of The Peninsula’ For more information It’s confirmed. The 2009 Tropical Series will take us to paradisiacal Cabo or to register, contact Dr. Hubert Benitez San Lucas. Our destination program will include a splendid collegial exchange Director of Continuing Education experience, while providing an unequaled vacation adventure. Known as “Land’s End” Cabo San Lucas offers a perfect climate, local cafés, shops and culture. Golf (204) 789-3331 or go online and visit: courses, spectacular sport fishing and diving, a marina and magnificent views over www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/dentistry/cde azure waters, will be our companions. It will be a program to remember!

Page 2 AFB • Spring 08 What’s Inside

Alumni of Distinction Drs. Jan Brown, Gene Solmundson and Ellen Brownstone were the 2008 recipients of the Alumni of Distinction award handed out in January by the Faculty of Dentistry and the School of Dental Hygiene. 6 Keeping You ‘In the Loupe!’ The Faculty of Dentistry is a hive of activity these days. From Art In Science to various Alumni, faculty, students and staff including (L-R) Olva awards and presentations, this section offers Odlum, Vic Cheba, Shauna McGregor and Mary Bertone a glimpse of some of the many recent faculty came together at A Blast for the Past, the lead-off event for highlights to keep you ‘in the loupe!’ 8 the Drive for Top Five 50th Anniversary year. See page 5. A Change at the Top Drs. Bob Schroth (U of M) and David Scott (right) of the University of Kentucky, For the first time is almost three decades, check out Art In Science. See page 9. the Manitoba Dental Alumni Association has a new president, plus a new board. 20 Departments Reunions Unlimited 14 Dental Hygiene 16 All About Alumni 20 Family Notices 23 Messages From The Dean 13 Director, Dental Hygiene 17 On the Cover: Dean Anthony M. Iacopino gets the point when he paid a visit to the practice of Drs. (L-R) Wayne Acheson, Howard Fogel and Marshall Peikoff during the highly successful Office Visit Series. See photos on page 12. The Ellice Dental Group provided a warm welcome for Dr. Anthony Iacopino in one of the many Alumni-Faculty Bulletin, Spring 2008 stops of the Dean’s Office Executive Editor: Ms Kathy Mastrobuono Visit Series. See page 12. Managing Editors: Dr. Noriko Boorberg Dr. Cecilia Dong, Prof. Laura MacDonald Editorial / Production Manager: Mr. Grant Warren Editorial Advisor: Dr. Colin Dawes

AFB • Spring 08 Page 3 Up Front A Gala Beginning Golden Anniversary year off to a flying start

he Faculty of Dentistry’s Drive reach our goal we will need to for Top Five gala celebration work together.” paid tribute to its past while During his address, Dean setting the stage for a bold Iacopino offered the audience a vision of the future. preview of the latest in dental TIn a gathering that featured the who’s education technology, the Digital who of the provincial dental community Dental System. and many high profile guests, the “The DDS is quite simply February 1 event at the Fairmont Hotel incredible, first-of-its-kind was as much about substance as it was technology,” Dean Iacopino said about style. of the cutting-edge, 3D body The evening’s focus offered a tribute mapping system. “Our faculty to the past while showcasing the Drive could play a leading role in what for Top Five, the vision to establish the we believe will be the future University of Manitoba as one of the top of dental education in North five dental schools in North America. America.” “We dedicate our efforts to those The DDS is also one of Dean Iacopino’s by Dr. Emőke Szathmáry, President and that came before us,” Dr. Anthony Nine Pillars of Excellence and Innovation, Vice-Chancellor of the University of M. Iacopino said in his remarks to the the foundation upon which the Drive for Manitoba, who noted that the Drive for 300 persons in attendance. “It’s all Top Five will be built. Top Five was “truly a laudable goal.” about people coming together with a The pillars include the creation of the Dr. Szathmáry also offered a few collective spirit doing things that have world’s first Centre for Oral-Systemic reflections on the faculty’s five decades never been done before.” Health and re-energizing the faculty’s of history during her address to those Dean Iacopino outlined this vision oral biology section, a historically assembled. in the keynote address to an audience renowned area. “For a time, the first Dean of made up of alumni and high ranking “Our oral biology program must Dentistry, Dr. Jack Neilson, had his members of the university and Manitoba maintain its position of prominence office located in the basement of the business community. to enhance the reputation of the Psychiatric Institute,” Dr. Szathmáry The key to the success of the plan, department within and outside of the noted. “According to Dr. Neilson, (then he said, is to build upon the traditional university,” he said. “We have to be seen U of M) President Saunderson thought areas of excellence – such as research, as the place where the action is; where it was ‘a most appropriate place for a community outreach and education the young professional comes to begin Dean’s office.’” – upon which the faculty has excelled a career; where current professionals More historical perspective was over the years. go to continue their education; where provided by Dr. Sam Borden, a long-time “We are a highly motivated, cohesive world class researchers want to be.” faculty instructor, one-time acting Dean and ambitious faculty,” he said, “To Dr. Iacopino’s sentiments were echoed and host for the evening.

Page 4 AFB • Spring 08 A Blast for the Past Celebrations begin at Brodie

“I’m here to offer a brief history of the Faculty of Dentistry, illed as a Blast for the Past and a Launch into which I’m told I have 10 minutes to do,” Dr. Borden said. “This is the Future, students, faculty and staff gathered impossible.” Btogether on January 9. It marked the first of Instead, Dr. Borden focused on the early years of the faculty, what Dean Anthony Iacopino said will be a series those under the tenure of Dean Nielson who remained in office for of events to mark the Faculty of Dentistry’s 50th almost 20 years. anniversary, the milestone event for the faculty that Later that evening came a special presentation of a accepted its first class in 1958. commemorative artwork from Dr. Taras Snihurowycz, one of the “We wanted to start the year with something for original faculty graduates from the Class of 1962. Dr. Snihurowycz, our faculty members, students and staff, to really who is also a renowned Winnipeg artist, offered his unique iconic get them involved and into the spirit,” Dr. Iacopino treatment of the faculty’s new logo – a presentation that drew said. thunderous applause from the crowd. Amid a montage of photos from the past that The good doctor and 1998 Alumni of Distinction winner then decorated the Brodie Centre atrium, Japanese drum followed with a special artwork presentation to Dr. Szathmáry and group Hinode Taiko got things rolling with a 15-minute another for Ms Edith Williams, who was also in attendance. set before an estimated gathering of over 200. A long-time member of the Dean’s office staff, Ms Williams The event also included the roll-out of the new received a standing ovation from the crowd in tribute to her many faculty logo plus an overview of the Drive for Top Five years of loyal and dedicated service during the formative years of – the vision to establish the University of Manitoba as the faculty. one of the top five dental schools in North America.• The Drive for Top Five gala is the first in what will be a series of events that will take place over the calendar year to mark Fourth-year dental students (top, from left) Sandra Rosenberg, the faculty’s Golden Anniversary and to forward the goals of the James Cadigan and Lori Simoens enjoy the party. drive. The next event takes place Friday, April 25 with Traditions of Cutting the cake: (at left, from left) Dr. Anthony Iacopino, Dr. Excellence in Oral Research, featuring an impressive line-up of Charles Lekic, Prof. Joannna Asadoorian, Prof. Salme Lavigne speakers and presentations. and Dr. Doug Brothwell, cut the faculty anniversary cake. This will be followed by the Dentistry at the Downs family event Sunday afternoon, June 8 at Assiniboia Downs. •

Photo, top (from left): Dr. Taras Snihurowycz presents Dean Iacopino and the Faculty of Dentistry with an artistic rendering of the new faculty logo. Photos (from opposite page, top) jazz sax man Dan Ardies and bassist Karl Kohut, from the U of M Faculty of Music, perform at the February 1 gala. Bottom photos (opposite page, far left) Ostap Hawaleshka, U of M Professor Emeritus, engineering and Bidhu Jha, MLA Radisson. Dr. Robert Hasel, (opposite page, centre) and Dr. Emőke Szathmáry, President and Vice-Chancellor, U of M. Hugh McFadyen, leader, Manitoba Progressive Conservatives, (opposite page, right) Dr. Jeff Hein and Dr. Anthony M. Iacopino, Dean of Dentistry.

AFB • Spring 08 Page 5 Alumni of Distinction Partners, Friends, Made in Manitoba Keystone province Role Models, Winners produces strong dental brand Co-winners of dentistry annual award share common bonds t might be one of the best- kept secrets in Canada. Fact is, the province of Manitoba could well be Ithe best place in the nation when it comes to dentistry and dental services in Canada. To verify, consider the testimony of Dr. Gene Solmundson. Among his many achievements, Dr. Solmundson, (co-recipient of the Faculty of Dentistry’s Alumni of the Distinction award) spent over a decade as a member of the National Dental Examining board. From this vantage point Dr. Solmundson was able to compare the work of Manitoba practitioners with that of their colleagues across the country. The 2008 Faculty of Dentistry Alumni of Distinction award was shared by colleagues and business partners “And we are pleased to Dr. Jan Brown (left) and Dr. Gene Solmundson (right). Dr. Les Allen (centre) bestowed the honour upon the report that Manitoba grads co-recipients at the Faculty of Dentistry Alumni Luncheon in January. can hold their heads high,” he told the crowd of some 1,200 an Brown and Gene Solmundson have Winnipeg, attended Kelvin High School and assembled at the faculty’s enjoyed successful and remarkably were founding members of the Assiniboine alumni luncheon on January similar career paths. So it is perhaps Dental Group.” 31. “In dentistry, made in only logical, if not altogether fitting, Dr. Allen went on to articulate the long Manitoba is a good label.” Jthat the two long-time friends, business list of accomplishments achieved by both Dr. Solmundson noted partners and community role models men through more than four decades of that the combination of high would share the spotlight in the Faculty of service in the Manitoba dental community. quality education, a strong Dentistry’s most prestigious award. After establishing his practice at the connection to the faculty Drs. Brown and Solmundson were named Assiniboine Dental Group (ADG), Dr. Brown and a relatively small number co-winners of the Faculty of Dentistry served as a part-time faculty instructor of practitioners offers Alumni of Distinction award for 2008. for close to 30 years in addition to holding individuals the opportunity to Dr. Ellen Brownstone was named Alumni executive positions with the Winnipeg step in and have a significant of Distinction award winner for the School Dental Society and Manitoba Dental impact on the profession and of Dental Hygiene at the January 31 Association. the community. ceremony that took place at the Manitoba Dr. Brown is also a Fellow of the “In fact, we in Manitoba Dental Association annual convention in International College of Dentists and enjoy the best of everything Winnipeg. member of the National Dental Examining dentally,” he said. “This is “I was re-awakened to the fact that Board. where, as an individual, your Gene and Jan have traveled such similar His public persona was defined by a views, your efforts can make paths from the time they grew up in long and illustrious tenure as an executive a difference. At this alumni South Winnipeg,” noted Dr. Les Allen who member of the Canadian Football League’s luncheon, we are all dentistry presented the awards to both practitioners Winnipeg Blue Bombers. As a member of the and, for the vast majority of at the faculty’s alumni luncheon. “Gene executive board, and later club president, us, made in Manitoba. I think and Jan were both born and raised in Dr. Brown steered the club through the we should be proud of it.” •

Page 6 AFB • Spring 08 often tumultuous CFL waters that led to financial stability for the franchise along with a Grey Cup championship in 1984. “His continuous involvement with the Bombers and the CFL led to many awards including induction into the Winnipeg Football Club Hall of Fame,” Dr. Allen noted, “and receiving the award from the commissioner for service to the CFL.” Dr. Brown’s community involvement also extended to other large, high profile community events including the World Junior Hockey Championships and, most recently, the World Women’s Hockey Championships. “Jan is dedicated and determined; an organized go-getter and an individual I’m proud to call my friend,” Dr. Allen said. In response, Dr. Brown remained modest, noting his pleasure on sharing the stage with his long-time partner and confidant. “Gene and I have been partners for 39 years,” Dr. Brown said. “He has been my mentor and, more importantly, an extremely close friend who was always there whenever I needed support. Present and past: Prof. Salme Lavigne presents Dental Hygiene’s Alumni We have both benefited from a work environment which encouraged us to give back to dentistry and the community.” of Distinction award to Dr. Ellen Brownstone at the Faculty of Dentistry Similar to his colleague and partner, Gene Solmundson Alumni Luncheon in January. Dr. Brownstone served two terms as Director has established a long list of achievements, both within the of the School of Dental Hygiene. See article on page 16. profession and the community as well. As a founding partner in the ADG, Dr. Solmundson helped athletes, coaches and whomever else required treatment during build one of the longest serving and successful practices in the Pan-Am Games, he really demonstrated his persuasive, Winnipeg. He then went on to a distinguished career that organizational ability,” Dr. Allen noted. included executive appointments on Winnipeg and Manitoba Drs. Brown and Solmundson join an elite list of alumni that dental bodies and establishing a strong presence on the national include such past recipients as Drs. Marshall Peikoff, Lorne dental stage. Golub, Serge Vanry, Les Allen and Don MacFarlane, among others. Both men acknowledged those that nominated them for the award, with Dr. Solmundson noting the significant achievements of those that were honoured before them. “We happen to know each of the previous recipients and are aware of their lofty accomplishments and contributions,” he said. “I have to say we are truly humbled to be in their company. Putting us together as the daily double ticket must have been a factor in our selection, as neither of us felt that we stood tall enough alone to be worthy of this honour.” •

Canadian sports celebrities Ron MacLean (left) and Don Cherry (centre) share the TV stage with Dr. Gene Solmundson during a Hockey Night In Canada broadcast. In 1972, Dr. Solmundson became the official dentist of professional hockey in Manitoba. He served with the National Hockey League’s Winnipeg Jets throughout the team’s stay in the city before assuming a similar role with the Manitoba Moose of the American Hockey League. As well, Dr. Solmundson led a very active life of community involvement in local events that played on the world stage, including the Pan-Am Games several years ago. Dr. Jan Brown (centre) is surrounded by Manitoba media members after a “When Gene led some of us 360 dentists, hygienists, Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ Grey Cup triumph. Dr. Brown was inducted to assistants and receptionists in providing dental services to the the Canadian Football League club’s Hall of Fame in 1998.

AFB • Spring 08 Page 7 In the Loupe The New Face of Dentistry Digital Dental System debuts in special demonstration he future of dental education environment,” said “This will put our university on the touched down – if only for a Dr. Anthony M. cutting-edge of curriculum design and Tshort time – at the University Iacopino, Dean of represents a significant competitive of Manitoba’s Faculty of Dentistry in Dentistry at the U advantage for the future,” late January. It came in the form of of M. The digital-virtual curriculum the Digital Dental System, or DDS, “This is an is also one of the Nine Pillars of an amazing, new 3D educational outstanding opportunity Innovation that is the centre of the platform that many believe will set a for the University of faculty’s 2008 Drive for Top Five. • new standard in dental education. Manitoba to take the lead Faculty, students and local media and establish a new standard Dr. Robert Hasel (left) offers guidance to assembled to witness a demonstration in dental education.” first-year dental student Ryan Cormack who from Dr. Robert Hasel, DDS, of This new approach is now in test-drives the new Digital Dental System at a Midwestern University in Glendale, the beta testing stage and is only demonstration held at the faculty in January. Also AZ, one of the driving forces behind being offered to a limited number of shown (centre) is a 3D rendering of a premolar the project. In addition to a display dental schools in North America for and hands-on demonstration, Dr. final development and design. and (below) a skull with dental work visible. Hasel expanded on the ramifications “The University of Manitoba that this new technology could have Faculty of Dentistry has been chosen on all aspects of dental and medical to be one of these schools based on education and patient treatment. its reputation for excellence and “It’s not just a paradigm shift, this innovation,” Dr. Iacopino said. is a new reality,” Dr. Hasel said. “We’re changing the culture of anatomical information; how we teach it, how we diagnose and how we treatment plan. I call it a revolution.” The DDS offers self-paced learning, interactivity and an incredible 3D simulation with haptic feedback that allows students performing dental work on virtual patients to actually feel the sensations. “This system incorporates all existing tools and improves upon the simulation environment by providing tactile sensation and virtual patient scenarios in a true “gaming” Digital Imaging A Powerful Tool Technology sees what isn’t always obvious ust how much can be learned from 3D digital imaging They could match it on a graph.” technology? Dr. Robert Hasel shared this story from Still, one striation was in a different the anthropology department of Arizona State alignment. The researcher couldn’t account University. for it as it wasn’t in the child’s medical JIt began when a research scientist received some history. So, the question was posed. premolars that had been extracted from the daughter “What happened to your daughter of a colleague. at age nine years, three months and 21 The researcher matched each irregularity in the days?” the researcher asked. striations against the young woman’s medical history. His colleague stopped and stared at him “Every single medical event turned up in her enamel,” before he spoke. Dr. Hasel recalled, “when she broke her arm, when “That’s when her mother and I got a she had strep throat, when she was out with the flu. divorce,” he said. •

Page 8 AFB • Spring 08 Art in Science Exhibits, speakers, students featured at first faculty research event

n February 25, the Faculty of Dentistry, under the direction and guidance of Dr. Tammy Bonstein, presented Artistic OImages in Dental Research, a display of vibrant and colourful images derived from dental research, at the Bannatyne campus. Close to 50 images were on display at this unique exhibition in the Basic Medical Sciences building. Titles include Silhouettes, The Ocean at Night and Silicon Drop in the exhibit that was presented following the faculty’s first Research Day that featured the work of student researchers. Dr. George Bowden gave a special address on the topic of Art In Science before the gathering of roughly 75 people. Student and professional academic researchers presented an impressive body of work during the day-long event. Speakers for Research Day were chosen to highlight the broad spectrum of research interests in the faculty and to emphasize student-driven research. The event was kindly sponsored by Johnson & Johnson. Research Day and the Art in Science exhibit are all part of the Faculty of Dentistry’s 50th year Anniversary Celebration and 2008 Drive for Top Five. The next event takes place on Friday, April 25, Top: Drs. Cecilia Dong (left) and Tammy Bonstein in front of Dr. Dong’s as the faculty is pleased to present Traditions of Excellence in submission The Ocean at Night at Art In Science. Below, students (left) Brad Oral Research (see back page). • Klus and Ben Yakiwchuk discuss another of the works on display. New Faculty Members Sign On New additions to oral biology, restorative departments ver the past few months, the Faculty of Dentistry has Technology with Nobel Laureate, Dr. welcomed new faces to the fold. Please join us in welcoming H. Gobind Khorana. Othese talented new additions to our community. His research interests are in the fields of signal transduction and Dr. Prashen Chelikani (right) joined the Department of Oral receptor biochemistry. Biology in September 2007. Dr. Chelikani completed his PhD from the Department of Microbiology, University of Manitoba Dr. Renato Roperto (below, and pursued postdoctoral training at Massachusetts Institute of right) accepted a position in the Division of Operative Dentistry effective January 01, 2008. Dr. Roperto obtained a BDS degree in 2000, from the University of Ribeirão Preto in Brazil; a MSc degree in 2003, from Dentistry @ the University of São Paulo (USP), as well as a PhD degree from the University of Estadual Paulista in São Paulo (UNESP).  Dr. Roperto obtained clinical  certification in the Restorative Sunday, June 8 Specialist Program of Higher Clinical 12:30 — 4pm • Assiniboia Downs Training in Restorative Procedures from Conselho Regional de Odontologia All the Thrills and Excitement of Thoroughbred Racing plus de São Paulo, Brazil in 2006. He holds Food, Entertainment & Family Fun for Everyone! a Fellowship of the International • Pony Rides Association for Dental Research, PER PERSON received in 2001. From 2002-2007, • Face-Painting $ KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE! he was appointed Assistant Professor • Petting Zoo 10($15 after May 9) in Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Ribeirao Preto, Plan to Attend & and in 2006-2007 he was appointed as a Research Associate of the Bring the Whole Family! Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, during his PhD training. Please RSVP to Joy Ooto @ Dr. Roperto will be teaching first-year Operative Dentistry 204.789.3631 or via email to: [email protected] with Dr. Noriko Boorberg and third-year Operative Dentistry in

Part of the Faculty of Dentistry’s 50th Anniversary Celebration clinic. •

AFB • Spring 08 Page 9 In the Loupe CIHR Graduate Scholarship Award Oral biology student receives prestigious research honour

ongratulations to Xiaoming as a diagnostic and prognostic tool in Xiang, a current MSc student in inflammatory periodontal disease. Cthe Department of Oral Biology, Upon receiving news of the award, for his recent success in receiving the the Office of Research Services at the prestigious CIHR Graduate Scholarship University of Manitoba immediately Master’s Award – one of only four sent a congratulatory message. graduate students in Manitoba to A similar message was also sent receive this honour. by Faculty of Dentistry Dean, Dr. The research project Xiaoming Anthony Iacopino, who emphasized plans to work on with his supervisor Dr. that research is an important priority Kan-Zhi Liu for this award is “Infrared of the faculty. Dr. Iacopino also Spectroscopy - A New Diagnostic Tool noted how inspiring it is to see our for Periodontitis.” students succeed in their research The scientific background for this endeavours. interdisciplinary project is based on Currently, this study is kindly the inadequacies of current diagnostic supported by NSERC/CIHR and by techniques. There is currently a need NIH. The accomplishments so far to develop a non-invasive diagnostic testify to a highly successful and technique for periodontitis that can be productive collaboration between used as a screening tool for the general M.Sc. oral biology student, and CIHR award winner the Institute for Biodiagnostics, population. Xiaoming Xiang (left) enjoys a refreshment with supervisor National Research Council Canada Infrared spectroscopy has the Kan-Zhi Liu at a faculty festive season gathering in December. (Drs. Liu, Sowa, Xiang and Ms Man), potential to be used for routine the University of Manitoba (Drs. screening of asymptomatic subjects, to Cholakis, Ghiabi and Singer) and the define disease-active and disease-inactive sites, and, perhaps, University of Louisville (Dr. Scott). to predict disease susceptibility. All are confident that this exciting project will bea Therefore, the major goal for this long-term project is to successful one that has the potential to provide significant verify whether infrared spectroscopy could be ideally suited health benefits for Canadians. • Candy Cane Classic Submitted by Cathy Watt he first Candy Cane Classic Curling Bonspiel was held in mid-December at the Stonewall CurlingT Club. The bonspiel was part of the holiday celebrations for the Centre for Community Oral Health and the Department of Preventive Dental Science organized by CCOH. For many, it was their first time ever curling! With the help of a few experienced curlers and the course coordinator (Slyp Slyding Awy, a.k.a. Dr. Brothwell) for PDSD 101 (Curling Fundamentals), everyone was ready to go. There were four teams in the bonspiel and each team went home with prizes. Afterwards, a potluck dinner was held along with games and a gift exchange. All in all, it was a great evening. Special thanks to Dr. Brothwell for his great PowerPoint presentation, Sharon Brothwell who Faculty and staff of the Community Centre for Oral Health and Preventative kept the kitchen together for the potluck portion of Dentistry took part in the first-ever Candy Cane Classic curling bonspiel in the evening and to Roxanne Bahsler for the creative December at the Stonewall Curling Club. invitations and for organizing the party. •

Page 10 AFB • Spring 08 Where Careers Begin Discovery Days has history of driving dental enrollment

hen it comes to driving enrollment at the Faculty of Dentistry, few events seem able to match the track record of Pfizer Day. The day- long, dent-fest has a remarkable history of stirring student interest in pursuing careers in oral health. WIn November, the faculty played host to roughly 60 senior high school students who are considering a health care career. Students in third and fourth-year dentistry and second-year dental hygiene assisted with the various activities held in the Brass Lab. Among those on the tour this time was Dan Zettler of Portage Collegiate in Portage la Prairie, seen here under the guidance of Jeanne Trinh (at right), a second-year dental hygiene student. Dan is the brother of third-year student Peter Zettler. It’s just the latest example of how the day encourages students to consider a career in oral health, said Dr. Nita Mazurat, who coordinates the event on behalf of the faculty. “Several dental students were participants in Pfizer Day,” she said, “and remember it as being one of the factors that influenced their career decision.” • Dentistry Runs for the Cure Submitted by Dr. Noriko Boorberg Assistant Professor, Restorative Dentistry and Team Captain, Run for the Cure he Faculty of Dentistry is looking for new team members for this year’s CIBC Run for the Cure, October 5 at the Forks. Ideas for our new team name are Talso welcome. Last year, the faculty team (pictured left) raised $740 for breast cancer and it was great to see everyone out in support of a great cause. Thanks to Cathy Carroll (Dent II) for helping get all the students involved. We also want to thank Dr. Lekic for joining our team and hope he will be able to walk with us again. We look forward to getting another team out for the 2008 run. • Researchers On the Road Student, doctor take an active role in prestigious event student researcher and an academic staff member from the dentistry faculty at the University of Manitoba appeared at the 96th Thomas P. Hinman Dental meeting last ANovember. Brett Sorensen (pictured right with his research poster), a fourth-year dental student in the BSc (Dent) program, presented his research under the guidance of Dr. Tammy Bonstein, who served as mentor. Dr. Bonstein also chaired an oral session at the symposium and served as judge on a number of presentations at the event that took place in Memphis, TN. • Professional Contributions Acknowledged Ken Chizick named winner of 6th Dent-Line award It was a worthwhile trip to Eastern Canada for a Faculty of Dentistry staff member. Ken Chizick, RDT, CDT was recently named the 2007 recipient of the Dent-Line of Canada award. The award, which recognizes Mr. Chizick for his contributions to dental education and to the profession in general, was handed out last October at the 7th Annual Dentechnica of Québec Conference. • Pictured (from left) Peter T. Pontsa, RDT and Angela van Breemen present the sixth annual award on behalf of Dent-Line of Canada to Mr. Chizick, senior dental technician in restorative.

AFB • Spring 08 Page 11 Dean Anthony M. Iacopino’s Office Visit Series ast fall, Dr. Anthony M. Iacopino announced plans to visit as many dentists in Manitoba as possible during his term in office. The Dean’s Office Visit Series is now working its way through the keystone province and may soon be coming to a dental office near Lyou. In the meantime, here are a few of the stops along the way.

Kids Dental: (Clockwise from top left) Drs. John Perry, Ernest Cholakis, William Wiltshire, Carla Cohn, Anastasia Cholakis and Phyllis Reid-Jarvis, RD (missing is Dr. Jay Biber) at their office located at the Tuxedo Park Shopping Centre. The Assiniboine Dental Group: Back row (L-R) Kardy Solmundson, Jan Brown, Scott Leckie, Gene Solmundson, Gary Huculak (front row) Ken Skinner, Anthony Iacopino and Amerjit Rihal from the ADG offices at 633 Lodge, near the Grace Hospital in St. James.

Dr. J. David Chimilar (left), an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, shares his technology with Dean Anthony Iacopino during a visit to his office located at 400 St Mary Ave. in Winnipeg.

Downtown Winnipeg Endodontists: (L-R) Drs. D. Wayne Acheson, Dean Anthony Iacopino, Howard Fogel and Marshall Peikoff at the practice office located at 400 St Mary Ave. in Winnipeg. Missing are Drs. Terry Rebizant and Simona Pesun.

The Ellice Dental Group: (L-R) Drs. Ben Yue, Dean Anthony Iacopino, Tom Colina, Wayne Nguyen and Ellen Wong at the office located at 606 Ellice Avenue.

Dean Iacopino also paid a visit to Irv McFlicker’s practice which is also located at 400 St. Mary Ave. To add your office to the series, contact Kathy Mastrobuono, the faculty’s alumni affairs officer @ 204.480.1398. Page 12 AFB • Spring 08 From the Dean’s Desk A Giant Step Forward Gala celebration marks beginning of a new era t is difficult to imagine a better From all over came the major players beginning for a truly wonderful in the province’s political and financial event. Our 50th anniversary year realm – all gathered together to help us got off to a rollicking start with our celebrate our past and to learn more Drive for Top Five gala celebration about this great new challenge that lies atI the beautiful Winnipeg ballroom at before us. the Fairmont Hotel on February 1. We welcomed the presence and This event drew together an all-star support from all levels of government, cast of key players from our faculty’s including Mr. Bidu Jha who re-affirmed past, present and future in what we his government’s commitment to helping believe may be a watershed moment us realize the many goals and targets at Dean Anthony M. Iacopino DMD, PhD for us all. which we are now taking aim. Our first graduating class – the Class The presence of Mr. Hugh McFayden celebrate and promote our school’s of 1962 – was represented, courtesy of and Dr. Jon Gerrard was also welcome history of achievement in teaching, our friend and artistic master, Dr. Taras and significant. This ensures all of community outreach and research. Snihurowycz, who presented the faculty Manitoba’s political heavyweights are These events will provide a forum for with a stylized version of our new school aware of our plans to establish a new discussion and the further development logo. centre of excellence within the Keystone of our Nine Pillars. Going one step further, Dr. province. We would be thrilled with your Snihurowycz also presented Dr. Members of the provincial financial involvement and participation in any Emőke Szathmáry, President and Vice- sector were represented in strong and all of these events as we continue Chancellor of the University of Manitoba numbers on February 1. Forging links our drive toward top five status. with a customized work in yet another and partnerships with this community It starts Friday, April 25 as the stunning display of his considerable will be a crucial element in our Drive Faculty of Dentistry hosts Traditions of artistic talents. for Top Five. Excellence in Oral Research. Dr. Sam Borden presided over the Already, many of these influential On Sunday, June 8, the faculty is affair with the style and grace that we organizations have indicated they are pleased to present Dentistry at the have all come to expect and appreciate very interested in participating to help Downs, our first family-oriented event. from our faculty’s longest-serving us begin construction of the Nine Pillars It is difficult to articulate how much lecturer. of Excellence and Innovation that will be I appreciate the teamwork and support Dr. Borden offered a short recap the foundation of our drive to national we have received thus far. of the achievements of the early days and international prominence. For those who participated in our of the faculty under the guidance of These pillars will be better defined most recent successes, I hope you all feel Dr. Jack Neilson, adding an important and discussed as our activities continue pride in what we are able to accomplish historical perspective to the occasion. over the next few months as we progress as a team. Your collective abilities and Alumni from throughout our five through this most exciting year. excellence have come shining through, decades dotted the crowd, providing a With this in mind, I am proud to allowing the faculty to take a giant step sense of warmth and sincerity that was announce Symposia 50 – a new series forward. palpable to all throughout the evening. of special events and activities to GRAZIE! •

Dean Iacopino Travels to the North American doctor experiences the Canadian Arctic; takes part in CCOH outreach work aculty of Dentistry Dean, Dr. Anthony M. Iacopino, The Churchill project is one of many outreach programs accompanied by Drs. Doug Brothwell, Billy Wiltshire, and administered by CCOH, the community outreach arm of FJames Noble, traveled north to the Churchill Regional the Faculty of Dentistry. Dean Iacopino, who hails from the Health Authority last October. somewhat less frigid climes of New Jersey, was reportedly Dr. Iacopino and the team paid a visit to the Centre for thrilled by the experience. Community Oral Health (CCOH) dental clinic, toured the “My wife Sharon and I did manage to summon up the health care complex, and provided orthodontic screenings for courage to hit the Tundra Buggy and saw many polar bears, area youth. In all, the faculty team conducted screening on 26 arctic foxes, arctic hares, and ptarmigan in their natural patients, with all in need of follow-up intervention. habitat,” he said. “It was an adventure of a lifetime!” •

AFB • Spring 08 Page 13 Reunions Unlimited Tropical Series Hot Stuff Class of 83 reunion an unforgettable Mexican odyssey

Submitted by Sandy Mutchmor (83)

wenty-five years ago, a group of young adults enthusiastically celebrated graduating as the latest batch of University of TManitoba-trained dentists. Surviving together, the ups and downs of the four years of intense schooling had created a class famous for its closeness, both in and beyond dental school. Since that fateful day, there have been many fishing trips, the annual “Hardman Classic” golf tournament, Halloween parties and just about any other reason you can think of to get together. But there has also been a special appeal to celebrating the special anniversaries: our tenth at Hecla, our twentieth at the MDA Convention, and now our 25 year anniversary at the Faculty of Dentistry’s Tropical Series in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico. Chillin’ In the Tropics: Front row (from left): Dan VanBerkel, Liz McKenzie, Sandy Mutchmor, From the time we met at the airport Sheldon Glow, Dave Regehr, Tom Swanlund, Murray Fain. Back row (from left): Betty Dunsmore, early on the Saturday morning, every Brian Piercy, Lorne Acheson, Dave Riediger, Gavin Steidl, Jim Bonar, Dave McDermid one was well aware of the 14 people from the Class of 83 with the crazy mugs. (apparently all-inclusive also applies to matching shirts. On the Tuesday night, Lorne Acheson the beer cart on the course!). It didn’t take very long for us to be was the music man, resurrecting the But it wasn’t all sun and games. noticed around the resort either with “Buzzby Sound” as we took over the With spouses included, our class was our entourage of 25 often showing up disco for an old fashioned 80’s party. responsible for nearly half of the crowd together for dinner or taking over the Dan VanBerkel showed up as “Weird that enjoyed the interesting continuing swim-up bar with our custom thermal Al”, I did my best Don Johnson (from education lectures from Dr. Denis Lynch Miami Vice), Dave (Oral Cancers) and faculty dean, Dr. Riediger donned his Anthony Iacopino (The Perio-Systemic old clinic coat with Connection). the original student The week wound down with one final name bar and Betty team dinner and the “Tequila Scream” Dunsmore stuffed her challenge from Dean Iacopino (apologies belly to remind us of to anyone else in the restaurant). her pregnancy in fourth Although several of us tried, we were year. clearly no match for the Dean, who The next day was prevailed over all. However, knowing the first ever “Hardman our class as I do, his reign as champion International” as 11 may soon be over. of us hit the links for a Perhaps our reunions will have to wonderful round of golf start happening yearly. •

A good tan and a good time: Tropical Series participants (from left) Planning a Reunion or Homecoming Event? Betty Dunsmore, Gene Solmundson, Dave Riediger and Lorne Acheson. Why not contact the Faculty of Dentistry’s Alumni Affairs Officer enjoy the tropical climes and atmosphere of the Mayan Riviera. Kathy Mastrobuono via email: [email protected]

Page 14 AFB • Spring 08 Heroic Rescue in Paradise Dr. Dave Regehr’s quick response averts possible tragedy

Submitted by Kathy Mastrobuono to stay afloat to catch his breath in the big surf. Alumni Affairs Officer Joe had become quite sure he was going to die. t was late afternoon, after five, a few days Taking charge of a panicking victim is always a risk, into the CE Tropical Series. The beach crowd but in crashing surf with no towing buoy in a rip was thinning out as people headed to their tide, the risk goes up exponentially. Towing Joe, rooms to prepare for dinner. Lifeguards were facing him using a side stroke was safe but slow, off duty and had vacated the beach. and we were still being dragged out by the rip. I I A Class of 83 Reunion member, Dave Regehr had to change the course of action and decided to (right) was on the beach, packing up from an let Joe grab a hold of me. Once we reorganized, I afternoon of kite boarding, entertaining those on had to pound out some serious distance before Joe shore by maneuvering his kite board over the big and our situation became any more desperate. It surf pushed in by the strong Caribbean winds. proved effective but Joe would become panicked It was then Dr. Regehr heard cries for help for air when bigger sets of waves crashed over us. coming from an area down the beach known to have The attempts at more air for Joe meant no air for riptides. Warning buoys indicating the danger had me and after many of these sets, I had to stop and been ripped away by the crashing ocean waves. A man, (Joe) and reassure Joe that I was not going to leave him out there or let his two boys playing in the surf had ventured too close and Joe him drown. I remember thinking there was no way I was going and his youngest boy suddenly found themselves being dragged to go back and face those kids without him. I kept remembering out to sea. Without hesitation and regard for his own safety, Dr. their cries: ‘You’ve got to save my dad, my dad is drowning!’ Regehr moved swiftly to help the family. He reached the older boy After about 20 minutes, which seemed like an eternity, we and told him to swim to where he could safely touch bottom. He made it to shore, to the joy of the family waiting on the beach. then swam to the eight-year-old and got him to safety. Overwhelmed and teary, the kids cried ‘I want to thank you and “I then turned my attention to the struggling father who, by God that you were out there today because if you weren’t, I this time, had been carried quite a distance out by the riptide. As wouldn’t have a father.’” I reached him, I saw he had become exhausted as he attempted Continued, See Rescue: p 21 Tropical Fiesta Another smashing success for CDE series Submitted by Kathy Mastrobuono Alumni Affairs Officer

If you weren’t at our recent CE Tropical Series in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico, you may wish you were. In our seventh, exciting year, participants were treated to five star resorts, great weather, and first-class lectures. Dr. Denis Lynch (Marquette University) led off with “The Diagnosis and Treatment of Salivary Gland Disease and This class enjoyed first-class treatment at the Faculty of Dentistry Tropical Series at Mexico’s Mayan Riviera. Oral Cancer” followed by “The Perio- The lectures were top-notch and the were disappointed. Systemic Connection” with Dr. Anthony resort was a paradise!” said Dr. Martin If you’d like to join in on the fun, Iacopino. and Tammy Laboissonniere. and/or plan your class reunion at Feedback on Dr. Lynch’s course “The well-run and enjoyable dental our 2009 Tropical Series, please visit included “fantastic teaching skills,” and lecture series is the bonus that makes it our Continuing Dental Education web “very good speaker, great humor!” a great vacation,” said Dr. Chris Cottick. site:umanitoba.ca/dentistry/cde Dr. Iacopino’s lecture feedback Participants and their families took for destination and course updates. included “very important for the average shopping trips into Playa del Carmen, You can look forward to enhanced dentist,” and “paradigm shift – to think relaxed around the pool, and walked the vocational and collegial exchange outside tradition.” sandy white beaches of the Caribbean. experiences in such settings as Costa Other comments on the 2008 Series: Others took up Dean Iacopino’s Rica, Puerto Rico and Mexico. “As for Mexico, it was wonderful! invitation for deep sea fishing and none We look forward to seeing you! •

AFB • Spring 08 Page 15 Dental Hygiene Passion Fosters Career Growth Alumna’s success began at School of Dental Hygiene

t is often the nature of post-secondary education to leave an indelible mark on the student who undergoes the experience. Such was the case for Dr. Ellen Brownstone. The 2008 Alumni of Distinction award winner for the School Iof Dental Hygiene has enjoyed considerable success as an academic administrator. Not the least of which was spending 13 years as the Director of the School of Dental Hygiene through the course of two terms in office. Dr. Brownstone would then head off for a one-year tour of duty in Ottawa as the assistant executive director of the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA). Upon returning to Winnipeg, Dr. Brownstone became vice president, academic, of Winnipeg Technical College, a position Highlighting Dental Hygiene: Prof. Salme Lavigne (front row, left) she currently occupies. She also completed her PhD in interdisciplinary and Dr. Ellen Brownstone, winner of the 2008 Alumni of studies at the University of Manitoba in 1999. It’s a considerable resume of achievement that all began, she says, Distinction for dental hygiene. Also attending the ceremony were back at the School of Dental Hygiene here at the U of M. current faculty members (top row, from left) Kellie Hildebrandt, “I have not been active in dental hygiene for the past 10 years,” she Mickey Wener and Laura MacDonald. recalled while accepting her award at the Faculty of Dentistry Alumni Luncheon staged during the Manitoba Dental Association’s annual convention. “But I certainly feel that my career in dental hygiene is what has guided me in life, professionally, and to a large extent, personally.” Dr. Brownstone graduated from the School of Dental Hygiene in 1976, assuming a faculty position two years later, first as an instructor, then as an assistant and later as an associate professor. In 1983, Dr. Brownstone Protects up to 6 months NEW became the third Director of the School of Dental Hygiene. For well over a decade, Dr. Brownstone worked diligently to advance the school while also serving as a role model and inspiration to faculty The Ultimate Solution to Tooth Sensitivity! and students alike. The Ultimate Solution to Tooth Sensitivity! Clinically Proven to Last up to Six Months Clinically Proven She was described as a mentor by those who nominated her for the Protect TM patented formulation alleviates sensitivity! 45 award, according to Prof. Salme Lavigne, current school director. Other tooth desensitizers require multiple applications, last 40 35 less than one month, and often take a day or more to start 30 “Two of the three nominees describe Ellen as their mentor, instilling 25 working. 20 [˚F ] 15 in them the passion, the drive and the motivation to pursue further Benzocaine-based products may only provide short-term relief. 10 5 education,” Prof. Lavigne noted. “Her dedication to serving the oral temperature average Tolerated 0 Eliminates Pain Immediately and Easily Baseline reading After 2 months health needs of the public was highlighted as well as her drive to Immediately after ProtectTM applied After 6 months NEW Triple Action Formula 1 Source: VB Haywood, J Oral Rehabil 2002 2 Source: VB Haywood, J Oral Rehabil 2002 pursue baccalaureate education for dental hygienists. Ellen’s many * Conditioning acid removes smear/biofilm layer to expose the 2002 Ivoclar-Vivadent Clinical Study accomplishments have brought distinction and honour to the University tubule openings allowing liquid to penetrate. Liquid binds calcium and protein molecules in the tubules to of Manitoba through her teaching, professional and community service, provide deep, effective, and long lasting plugs. as well as her leadership.” Temporary varnish assists in maximizing precipitation. Dr. Brownstone’s list of credits include serving as a delegate of the Before Protect TM After Protect TM CDHA on the International Federation of Dental Hygiene as well as being a member of the editorial review board for the CDHA journal. In receiving the award, Dr. Brownstone said she was grateful for the opportunity to help grow the profession in Manitoba and across Canada. “I certainly did not perceive to be recognized in this manner for doing work over a period of 20-plus years that I clearly enjoyed doing and brought me incredible challenges as well as great satisfaction,” she said. “I have been able to form lasting working relationships and friendships ® To order call 1-800-265-8353 or contact your Sunstar sales representative. with dental hygienists across provinces and across several countries. HEALTHY GUMS. HEALTHY LIFE.® Visit www.GUMbrand.com

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Page 16 AFB • Spring 08 Opportunities Abound In Dental Hygiene Mentorship program the latest innovation in growing profession his past February, I had the honour We need to lead the way in providing and the privilege of presenting more access to care for Manitobans now Professor Salme Lavigne Tthis year’s Dental Hygiene Alumni that this is a legal reality for us. RDH, BA, MS(DH) of Distinction award to one of my We also hope to see more extended related questions. predecessors, Dr. Ellen Brownstone. educational opportunities for dental Please contact me at the school if you Dr. Brownstone’s career, as you see hygienists here at the School of Dental are interested in this golden opportunity chronicled in this edition of the Bulletin, Hygiene, to access further education at to make a difference in the lives of our was one that took our colleague to a the bachelors, master’s and even PhD students, your future colleagues. number of different and exciting places, levels. Dr. Brownstone seized many of these both figuratively and literally. The Faculty of Dentistry’s newly types of opportunities as they presented Dr. Brownstone’s experiences could proposed Centre for Oral Systemic themselves and, as a result, has enjoyed an serve as a reminder to us all that your Health will include the participation and exceptional career, one that should serve profession is what you make of it. education of dental hygienists. as an example to all dental hygienists. The The demand for dental hygienists in This is indeed an exciting time for message behind Dr. Brownstone’s success Manitoba far outreaches the supply of dental hygienists to expand their horizons is that anything can happen, if you put available professionals. This is particularly and to reach new professional heights. your mind to it! true for rural regions of this province as Opportunities also exist within our well as in non-traditional settings in both professional associations and the School The School of Dental Hygiene is rural and urban centers. of Dental Hygiene. The Manitoba Dental pleased to announce that a new staff The future looks bright for the Hygienists Association, for example, is member has joined our team. profession as more opportunities arise always in need of helping hands. Amanda Shawcross is now the new in community health settings due to Additionally, the School of Dental office assistant for the School of Dental new legislative change. Creating new Hygiene, invites you to participate in our Hygiene reporting to administrative opportunities in community health new mentorship program for incoming assistant, Lisa Chrusch. Amanda agencies is up to us as these agencies students this fall. Interested professionals will be responsible for office duties will need to be convinced of the benefits would agree to be a mentor for one or and reception services and can be of our services. In this new role, we, as two students over their two years of contacted directly at 789-3683 with dental hygienists, need to lead the way education. You would be their professional Lisa now at 272-3062. to initiate and create these new practice contact, invite them to observe you in Please join me in welcoming Amanda opportunities. practice and be there to answer practice- to the dental hygiene team! • Faculty Academic New Prez Carol-Ann Yakiwchuk elected to lead national body

he Canadian Dental Hygienists Association Hygienists of Manitoba. has elected Mrs. Carol-Ann Yakiwchuk, She is also a member of Special Care Dentistry Ta 1992 graduate of the University of Association and the Canadian Association of Manitoba School of Dental Hygiene, as the new Public Health Dentistry. Carol looks forward to president of their organization. working with the Board of Directors in creating Carol is a full-time academic at the Faculty a vision and reaffirming the mission for CDHA.• of Dentistry, at the U of M, where she teaches community health and instructs both dental Make plans to attend the and dental hygiene students in preclinical and School of Dental Hygiene Homecomeing clinical environments. Lecture and Wine & Cheese Reception As Manager of the Health Promotion Unit Homecoming Weekend of the Centre for Community Oral Health, she Saturday, September 13th, 2008 dedicates a significant portion of her time on Faculty of Dentistry, oral health promotion program development School of Dental Hygiene and research for under-served populations. 780 Bannatyne Avenue, Winnipeg, MB Carol currently serves on the board of the For more information, call (204) 480-1398 Carol-Ann Yakiwchuk Manitoba Dental Hygienists Association and on email or [email protected] DH Instructor and CDHA President the Transitional Council of the College of Dental

AFB • Spring 08 Page 17 All About Alumni Change at the Top Dr. Ron Peterson steps down, Dr. Scott Leckie named interim head of MDAA fter 28 years on the job, Dr. Ron Peterson decided that the time had come. Late in 2007, the long-time president of the AManitoba Dental Alumni Association (MDAA) announced his plans to step down from the post he has held for over a quarter of a century. Dr. Peterson said that it was an honor to have served as association president of the MDAA adding that it was an appropriate History Repeats, Finally! time to step down. At the MDAA general meeting in late January, Dr. Gene he Manitoba Bisons Vanier Cup championship last fall Solmundson, Chair of the Nomination and Election Process, Twas special for everyone at the University of Manitoba, indicated that an interim president and board of directors needed but perhaps none more so than Dr. Lawrence Stockton. to be established until a formal election process was approved by The victory marked the Bisons’ first national football the members of the provincial association. championship since 1969, the same year that a younger Dr. As a result, Dr. Scott Leckie was nominated as the interim Stockton patrolled the gridiron as the team’s starting tight- president. Interim board members include Drs. Heinz Scherle, Jean end. That year, the team ran the table, going 6-0 in the Bodnar, Cory Sul, Walter Nider, Kyle Gauthier, Chris Cottick and regular season before rolling through the playoffs, knocking Igor Pesun. These members will develop the mission statement, off the heavily favoured McGill Redmen 24-15 in the final. goals, constitution and by-laws of the organization. Not bad for a guy in his rookie year. Faculty Dean Anthony M. Iacopino thanked Dr. Peterson for his “I had what I considered to be a great year,” he said. long and distinguished service. He also noted that a strong alumni Dr. Stockton (seen here pointing to his team’s name plate association is essential as a sounding board for faculty initiatives on the Cup) also commended coach Brian Dobie (left) and and policies; supporting faculty goals; fundraising efforts; and the team for “a culmination of a lot of hard work.” • celebrating achievements of the faculty and alumni members. • Comes the Time We Have to Say ‘So Long!’ Dr. Peterson offers thanks to all in the Manitoba dental fraternity By Dr. Ron Peterson The Manitoba Dental Alumni 18 years and I am confident he will excel bout 24 years ago, the former Association is very important to our in this post. president of the University of faculty. Among other things, it raises I fully give my support to the growth AManitoba Dr. Arnold Naimark essential funds for the faculty. of dentistry in service to the public of told me jokingly, "Ron, you'll have to Over the past 28 years, monies raised Manitoba. serve as president of the Dental Alumni by the MDAA and alumni have reached On behalf of my wife Renata and Association until you do the job right." the seven-figure dollar mark. myself I wish to say thank you to all Well, I guess it took me 28 years before I The MDAA is the glue that binds our alumni, the faculty, the Manitoba Dental would finally succeed. dental faculty to its graduates, and the Association, and the Canadian Dental All kidding aside, serving as the graduates to each other. It provides Association for their support over the president of the Manitoba Dental Alumni direct support in a variety of ways to the last 28 years. Association (MDAA) for the past 28 years faculty, the students, alumni members, I also want to offer my sincere has been an honor and a privilege. dental associations and, indirectly, to gratitude to the Manitoba Dental What edified me in the administration the public. Association for presenting me with the of alumni affairs was the opportunity Today there is now a movement Volunteer Award. to collaborate with so many dedicated towards a much stronger bond and Thank you as well to Dean Anthony and talented people in the Faculty of working relationship between the M. Iacopino and Associate Dean Dr. Jack Dentistry, School of Dental Hygiene, the Faculty of Dentistry, the Manitoba Dental Stockton for your very kind letters of University of Manitoba and the private Association, and the Manitoba Dental appreciation. Also, a special thank you to sector. Alumni Association. Dr. Taras Snihurowycz for his captivating My vision of an alumni president Our new Dean, Dr. Anthony M. Iacopino icon of the Madonna and Child. and board has now been actualized. is a strong supporter of this bond, and of On a final note, I would like to share The importance and value of having an the alumni. with you something that I have learned active, consolidated and effective dental I wish our new MDAA president and over the years: "It is in giving that one alumni body is to represent us now and the new board members all the best. Dr. receives so much more." to propel us into the future. Scott Leckie was my alumni secretary for Thank you and God Bless. •

Page 18 AFB • Spring 08 Educators, Editor Stand Down Drs. William Christie, Donald Davidson, Amazis Louka leave lasting legacies

ast December, the Faculty of Dentistry as managing editor and the main driving force paid tribute to Drs. William H. Christie, behind the Alumni-Faculty Bulletin for many Donald Davidson and Amazis Louka, each years. having announced their retirement from Dr. Davidson (pictured top, left with Dr. Igor activeL duty at the University of Manitoba. Pesun at a December faculty event) and Dr. Louka All three capable and talented practitioners (bottom right, with Dr. Colin Dawes) both served leave behind a lasting legacy of loyal and as associate professors in Restorative Dentistry dedicated service to the students and the faculty and are well regarded by faculty, students and that will last for many years to come. staff. Each of the good doctors will be missed by The Faculty of Dentistry and School of Dental the many here who came to know and work with Hygiene offers congratulations and thanks them in their areas of specialty over the years. to all three of these talented and dedicated For many years, Dr. Christie served as head individuals, all of whom contributed significantly of the Division of Endodontology. to the betterment of the educational experience He is also well known for his involvement at the University of Manitoba. • Alumnus Named American President Dr. Keith Morley becomes first Canadian to accept top AAPD post r. Keith Morley, DMD (pictured right) was named the American the AAPD for nearly 30 years. Academy of Pediatric Dentistry’s (AAPD) president, the first Dr. Morley is board certified DCanadian named to lead the organization. The appointment with the Royal College of was confirmed by the AAPD board during its annual meeting in Dentists (Canada), Fellow of the San Antonio, Texas last May. International College of Dentists, Dr. Morley was also the recipient of the Academy’s prestigious Fellow of the American College Merle C. Hunter Leadership Award in 1999. of Dentists, and is a member of Prior to entering private practice in Barrie, Ontario, Canada the Pierre Fauchard Academy. in 1984, Dr. Morley served with distinction in the Canadian Dr. Morley lives with his wife, Armed Forces Dental Services and was honorably discharged Elizabeth, in Barrie, Ontario. with the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. They have three children. Dr. Morley attended dental school at the University of Founded in 1947, AAPD is the not-for-profit membership Manitoba, graduating with the Class of 1969. He earned his organization representing the specialty of pediatric dentistry pediatric dental certification from the University of Toronto and and is a recognized leader in children’s dental health. • Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto and has been a member of Dr. Christie Offers Parting Thoughts Long-time Bulletin editor promises ‘occasional forays’ back to the faculty reetings to all! I would like to thank those It has been a pleasure to work with you all, who contributed to such a thoughtful and be it in the teaching clinics and labs, at faculty Ggenerous “going-away” present on Monday, retreats and committee meetings, or collaborating December 17. in research and other scholarly endeavors. A golden watch with the university logo will The products of all our combined efforts are the be a perfect reminder of all the stimulating and confident and competent students who graduate. challenging hours spent at the faculty since I first In the main, our dental and dental hygiene entered the Hallowed Halls in 1960. Over the last alumni are appreciative of our collective efforts. 47-1/2 years, I truly have seen many changes. As our faculty goes from a glorious past to a I hate to confess that at our cottage, I do not bright and hopeful future, I am content to fade wear a watch. The sun and a built-in biologic clock away and watch from the sidelines. I promise to are all that were needed to tell time in that less drop-in occasionally for a visit. stressful world. But rest assured, it will come in Here is to the next 50 years for the Faculty of handy on the occasional foray into civilization. Dentistry, University of Manitoba. •

AFB • Spring 08 Page 19 Development With a Little Help from Our Friends Volunteers, sponsors key to success for gala, Drive for Top Five he foundation for the Nine Pillars of the faculty, the Drive for Top Five became the Innovation was poured February 1 at the rallying cry. And, in less than six months, the Faculty of Dentistry’s gala anniversary gala celebration was a reality. celebration. Sponsors lined up in support; each TThanks to the outstanding support of committed to support the faculty in saluting the volunteer committee and the generous its past and to begin the challenge of building contributions of our corporate partners, the Drive for the future. Practicing professionals in the for Top Five is off to a roaring start. dental community came out, voicing their The golden anniversary, and the year-long good will and support. celebrations that will accompany it, have become Prominent members of the provincial one of the top priorities of new faculty Dean Dr. business community, members of all major Anthony M. Iacopino. provincial political parties and high ranking When Dr. Iacopino arrived in members of the university’s the summer of 2007 he quickly administration came to show set about putting plans in place 50th Anniversary Committee Volunteers their support. to acknowledge the faculty’s 50th Eminent members of the anniversary year. The Faculty of Dentistry and the School of Dental Hygiene faculty alumni, including The volunteer committee wish to acknowledge and thank the volunteer members of evening emcee Sam Borden and was struck in the fall of 2007 to our 50th anniversary committee for their hard work on Les Allen (pictured, centre), orchestrate the effort. behalf of our institution. The time, effort and expertise of also came in support. Prominent members of the these individuals were essential to our success: “We achieved so much in Manitoba dental and business so little time,” Dean Iacopino Ms Mary Bertone Dr. Frank Hechter community stepped forward, noted, “and credit for this must giving generously of their time, Mr. Scott Bollman Mr. James Kurz be given to those who came out expertise and talent to work Dr. Jan Brown Mr. Rafi Mohammed to support us. Our committee towards making the gala an Dr. Ernest Cholakis Mr. Aidan O’Brien did an incredible job and the outstanding lead-off event for support we received from Mr. Rene Chu Dr. Gene Solmundson the faculty’s anniversary year. the business community was Guided by the new vision for Dr. Robert Diamond absolutely fabulous.” •

Thank you to our many Corporate Partners for their support and sponsorship of the February gala:

Title Sponsor

The Pediatric Dentists of Manitoba

Page 20 AFB • Spring 08 Faculty Facts BIBLIOGRAPHY Publications of Faculty and Alumni of the U of M

Conrad HJ, Pesun IJ, DeLong R, Hodges Matwychuk MJ, Bowles WR, McClanahan Scott DA, Xu M, Scott JE, Liu KZ, JS (2007). Accuracy of two impression SB, Hodges JS, Pesun IJ (2007). Soussi-Gounni A (2006). The influence techniques with angulated implants. Shaping abilities of two different of nicotine and cotinine on neutrophil J Prosthet Dent. 97(6):349-56. engine-driven rotary nickel titanium differentiation. International Conference systems or stainless steel balanced- on Tobacco-Induced Diseases, Hong Conrad HJ, Seong WJ, Pesun IJ (2007). force technique in mandibular molars. Kong, 2006. Current ceramic materials and systems J Endod. 33(7):868-71. with clinical recommendations: a Xie X, Pasterkamp H, Scott JE (2007). systematic review. J Prosthet Dent. McCrae KC, Rand TG, Shaw R.A, Mantsch Detection and characterization of 98(5):389-404. HH, Sowa MG, Thliveris JA, Scott JE surfactant proteins in exhaled human (2008). The effect of elevated dietary breath. Can Fed. Biol. Soc, June 2007. Doyle SL, Hodges JS, Pesun IJ, Law AS, cholesterol on pulmonary surfactant Bowles WR (2007). Retrospective cross function in adolescent mice. Ped. Xie X, Pasterkamp H, Scott JE (2007). sectional comparison of initial nonsurgical Pulmonology (in press). Detection and characterization of endodontic treatment and single-tooth surfactant proteins in exhaled human implants. Compend Contin Educ Dent. McCrae KC, Rand TG, Shaw RA, breath. Can Dental Association 28(6):296-301. Mantsch HH, Sowa MG, Thliveris JA, Conference, May 2007. Scott JE (2007). DNA fragmentation in Hein C, Cobb C, Iacopino AM (2007). developing lung fibroblasts exposed to Xu M, Scott JE, Scott DA, Liu Kan-Zhi, Report of the independent panel of Stachybotrys chartarum (atra) spores. Thliveris JA. Nicotine Induces Apoptosis- experts of the Scottsdale Project. Ped. Pulmonology 42 (7), 592-599. associated molecular modifications in Grand Rounds Oral Systemic Med 4:1-27. HL-60 leukemia cells. Manitoba Institute Mukhin M, Dhuru D, Iacopino AM, of Child Health Research Day, November, Hillier C, Merluza AJ, Thliveris JA, Giles Sklyarov A, Yakovlev VV (2007). 2006. BL, Scott JE (2007). Alteration in fetal Excitation emission fluorescence rat type II alveolar cells and fetal lung spectroscopy and time-gated Raman Xu M, Scott DA, Liu K-Z, Thliveris JA, fibroblasts after exposure to tobacco microscopy analysis of dental tissues. Scott JE (2006) Nicotine and cotinine- smoke components and metabolites. Proceedings SPIE Lasers in Dentistry XIII induced alterations in promyelocytic MICH Biology of Breathing International 6425-6, D1-D8. HL-60 cells in vitro. International Research Symposium, 2007. Endotoxin and Innate Immunity Society Okunseri C, Bajorunaite R, Richards M, (IEIIS)and the Society for Leukocyte Horn J, Iacopino AM (2007). Osteoporosis Iacopino AM (2007). Racial and ethnic Biology Meeting. prevention and screening: potential variation in the use of dental procedures. role for oral health professionals. Grand J Pub Health Dent 67:20-27. Rescue at the Riviera Rounds Oral Systemic Med 2:36-41. (from page 15) Robbins C, Kading A, Scott JE, Miller It was then that Dr. Regehr Iacopino AM, Taft TB (2007). Core curricula JD and Rand TG (2006). Expression of realized the impact of his actions. He for postdoctoral dental students: Recent surfactant protein and inflammatory instinctively showed bravery and risked problems, potential solutions, and a model genes in primary rat lung ATII cells his life to save others. His strength and for the future. J Dent Ed 71:1428-1434. and fibroblasts exposed to penicillium ability, gained through training for chrysogenum and Stachybotrys marathons at home, allowed him to Iacopino AM, Pryor M, Taft TB, Lynch DP chartarum toxins. IUPAC Meeting, carry out this heroic rescue. (2007). The effect of NIDCR R25 Istanbul, Turkey. To the Class of 83, and others at the 2008 Tropical Series, he became known grant support on the curriculum and as Super Dave. culture of a research non-intensive Scott JE, Xu M, Merluza J, Thliveris JA dental school. J Dent Res 86:581-585. and Hillier C (2006). Fetal rat pulmonary Note: A rip current or “rip tide is a epithelial-mesenchymal cell interactions strong surface flow of water returning Iacopino AM (2007). The influence of and DNA impairment after nicotine seaward from near shore. Such currents “new science” on dental education: and cotinine exposure. International can be extremely dangerous, dragging current concepts, trends, and models for Conference on Tobacco Induced swimmers away from the beach and the future. J Dent Ed 71:450-462. Diseases, Hong Kong, 2006. leading to death by drowning when they attempt to fight the current and become exhausted. Rip currents cause roughly 100 deaths annually in the US alone.

AFB • Spring 08 Page 21 Faculty Facts Grads Through the Years By: Bill Christie (64), Noriko Boorberg (00), Cecilia Dong (96) and Laura MacDonald (DH)

Tom Breneman (69) is Chair of the Ken Skinner (72) was elected to A number of Alumni received the Western Canada section of the Pierre Deputy Regent of District 4, Manitoba in MDA Certificate of Achievement award Fauchard Academy, which held its Awards the International College of Dentists at at the same President’s Dinner & Dance and Installation Breakfast in Jasper last the recent AGM in January, 2008. in January 2008. Jean Bodnar (87) was May 2007. recognized as Past President of the Jan Brown (69) although recently MDA Board and was active on a number Alumni receiving Fellowship in the retired in February 2008 from private of committees. Tana Gilmartin (85) Pierre Fauchard Academy in May 2007 practice after 39 years with the developed a dental program to serve were Danielle Jobb (95), Christopher J. Assiniboine Dental Group, is still active as the homeless at Siloam Mission. Ron Cottick (90), and Walter Nider (89) from Chair of the Board of the Manitoba Motor Peterson (75) was the long-serving Manitoba and Cliff Swanlund (76) from Association. President of the Manitoba Dental Alumni Alberta. Association. Barry Rayter (64) has been Uche Odiatu (89) and wife, Kary Chair of the Economics Committee for Blaine Cleghorn (79) was inducted Odiatu returned briefly to a home-town 25 years and, through that time, walked as a Fellow in the American College of engagement, speaking all day Saturday the very fine line between accomplishing Dentists at their latest Annual Meeting at the 124th Manitoba Dental Association practice growth while serving the broad and Convocation, which took place at the Meeting and Convention on 26th January, patient population. Lori Stephen-James San Francisco Hilton on 26-27 September, 2008 in the Winnipeg Convention Centre. (82) in this year alone, has served as MDA 2007. Uche and Kary have inspired audiences in Past President, Chair of the Peer Review South America, Europe, Australia, Canada Committee, been a member of the Angela Willox (02) is the subject of an and United States. Uche also maintains a CDAenet Business Committee, served on article highlighting Alumni careers in the private practice in Toronto and is a part- two search committees and been a part- December 2007 issue of ON MANITOBA, time clinical instructor at the University time instructor at the faculty. the Alumni Association journal. Angie of Toronto. has completed her Pediatric Dentistry Bob Baker (63) was also granted Life residency at the University of Illinois at Vincent Chan (00), working with the Fellowship in the International College Chicago. She is the director of a free CCOH, was mentioned in the President’s of Dentists in 2007 and is now dividing dental clinic in the City of Chicago’s report in January 2008 for his work in retirement time between Arizona, rough north-east side and has traveled caring for Canada’s most disadvantaged Winnipeg and Star Lake, MB, depending to church-sponsored clinics in Africa, populations. Vincent has averaged more upon the season. Nicaragua and Peru. than six months per year providing much needed dental care in northern Andrew Chuchman (85) finishes the Marcel Van Woensel (94) completed communities, including the Deh Cho term as Chairman of the Clinics for the his term as President of the Manitoba Region of the Northwest Territories, six Winnipeg Dental Society and will move up Dental Association and passed the gavel communities in Northern Saskatchewan, to the Vice-Chair position in April. He still on to Pat Kmet (87) at the Annual MDA eight communities in Nunavut and manages to serve as an instructor in the Midwinter meeting in January 2008. Grise Ford, the world’s most northern preclinical Endodontic Laboratory course permanent community. during winter term at the Faculty. The Manitoba Dental Association presented Honorary Life Membership to Melanie Wood (77) received the a record number of qualifying dentists, prestigious President’s Award of Merit all of whom had been registered with at the President’s Dinner and Dance at the MDA at least 35 years and who had the Manitoba Dental Association Annual reached 65 years of age. Ten of the Mid-Winter meeting last January, 2008. Around eleven Life Members were Alumni of the Melanie is midway through a two-year U of MB Faculty of Dentistry, namely: term as President of the National Dental Bannatyne Les Allen (69), Semih Berker (72), Jack Examining Board, having served with that Braun (72), Richard Konzelman (65), body for a number of years. Dr. Randy Mazurat received Terry Mancer (69). Preston Segal (66), the Manitoba Dental Association Gene Solmundson (66), Harvey Spiegel Fred Froese (62) living in Kelowna, Award of Merit at the annual (68), and Errol Wright (68). BC, and Dave Jones (65) living in Victoria, Presidents’ Dinner in January, BC, were both granted Life Fellowship in 2008 for acting as an observer as Chris Cottick (90) also begins a term the International College of Dentists in Acting-Dean on the MDA Board and as President of the Winnipeg Dental 2007, which also means they have retired service on committees. Society in April 2008. from active practice.

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F. James Marshall Roger Edward DMD, MS, diplomate ABE, FRCD(C.) Michael Bourgeault Dr. F. James “Jim” Marshall died on endo graduate program. After five years DMD January 24, 2008 with his close family at Ohio State University, Dr. Marshall Dr. Bourgeault of West nearby. He had been hospitalized since returned full circle and became Head of Vancouver, British Columbia knee surgery in October 2007. Endodontics, both undergraduate and passed away on October 16, 2007 Fredrick James Marshall was born graduate programs at Oregon Health A 1965 graduate of the February 11, 1925 to Dr. Les and Bertha Sciences University. Jim was able to University of Manitoba, Dr Marshall in Vancouver, BC. Brothers relate to the many Canadian dentists Bourgeault practiced in West Bob and Don and sister Jane joined the seeking graduate school positions and Vancouver for 42 years. family circle. Early years in Vancouver had many of them pass through his were shaped by that same family, hard program before returning to Canada to work and the love of boating on the practice endodontics. family yacht, the “Jaro”, which his father Dr. Marshall was honoured with JUDITH MARIE DAWSON loved to navigate through the waters off many awards and distinctions over a Beloved wife, best friend and Vancouver Island. long and successful teaching career. business partner of Dr. Bill Jim served overseas during World These included, to name a few; being Dawson. Judy breathed her last War II, returning to follow his father’s a founding member in the Canadian breath with her husband at her profession by attending dental school in Academy of Endodontics, an examiner side and families close by. She Oregon. It was there that he met Janet on the American Board of Endodontics, was born Judith Page, October “Jan” Ormandy and they were married an honorary Fellow in the Royal College 18, 1953 in St. Vital, MB. in 1948. of Dentists of Canada, and the recipient A memorial service was held on Upon graduation with a DMD degree of the prestigious I.B Bender Lifetime Tuesday, January 22 in Teulon, in 1949, they returned to join the dental Educator Award from the American Manitoba. practice of Jim’s father in Vancouver, Association of Endodontists in 2003. BC. Not satisfied with the challenges of He retired in 1990 but continued general practice of Dentistry, Jim and part-time in the grad endo program, as Births Jan with four children and a dog packed Professor Emeritus at Oregon Health up and moved to the USA to attend Sciences University. two years of graduate school at the The F. James Marshall Scholarship in University of Illinois, under Dr. Maury Endodontology (Year 3) was established Massler. He completed a master’s degree at the University of Manitoba in 2007. in 1959 and joined the new dental faculty He is survived by his daughters, at the University of Manitoba in 1959. Barbara (Arthur) and Nancy (Michael), Dr. Marshall began as an Associate sons Gordon (Karla) and Stephen Professor and taught Oral Histology (Connie), nine grandchildren and seven and Endodontology. Dr. Marshall great grandchildren, his brothers Bob enjoyed the challenges of academic life and Don; and the extended Marshall and was able to relate to his students on and Ferguson families. a collegial level. His wife Jan in 2000, and his sister Carter and Lauryn Pampolina were born January 1, 2008 at One of his favorite extracurricular Jane predeceased him. Jim was a loving Oriel 11:14am. They weighed 2lbs 15 oz activities was to attend the student patriarch to his family, friends and and 3lbs 1 oz respectively. Carter hockey games. On occasion Jim was colleagues around the world and he will and Lauryn were well taken care of at known to ‘stitch-up’ the facial lacerations be profoundly missed. the Rockyview General Hospital until of the players, which occurred all too A celebration of Jim’s life was held Feb. 15 when they were allowed to go frequently before the days of face on Saturday, February 23, 2008, at St. home! Mom, Christine Pampolina, helmets. Luke Lutheran Church in Southwest (Class of 2000) is doing well, In 1965 the Marshall family Portland. In lieu of flowers, the family although sleep deprived, but grateful transferred first to Pittsburgh, PA suggests contributions to the Mt. Hood that the babies are doing well. and later to Columbus, Ohio, where Kiwanis Camp for Adults and Children Jim was Professor and Head of with Disabilities, an organization dear to Endodontology and supervised the Jim’s heart.

AFB • Spring 08 Page 23 Traditions of Excellence RESEARCH symposia in Or a l Re s e a r c h A Day In Celebration of Oral Research at the U of M’s Faculty of Dentistry

50FACULTY OF DENTISTRY 1958-2008 — Part of the Faculty of Dentistry’s 50th Anniversary Celebration —

Keynote Speaker Guest Speakers Include: • Dr. George Bowden Dr. Israel Kleinberg • Dr. Dennis Cvitkovitch D.D.S., Ph.D., D.Sc., F.R.C.D (C) • Dr. Colin Dawes Distinguished Professor and Chair • Dr. Ian Hamilton Department of Oral Biology and Pathology Stony Brook State University of New York • Dr. Anthony M. Iacopino

Highlighting the latest advances in Oral Research • Early Detection of Periodontal Disease • Oral Biofilms • Bacterial Adhesion • Saliva • Link to Oral–Systemic Health

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