The Second District Dental Society of New York Serving the counties of Kings and Richmond since 1868 VOLUME 39 NUMBER 1 JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2022 WWW.SDDSNY.ORG SDD BULLETIN Looking for an Associate? Seeking Employment? See the SDDS Job Board on Page 14. Upcoming Events *Valid proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for ALL in-person events. Continued on Page 2 » 2022 SDDS President’s Message SDDS 2022 President Dr. Michael Donato, Jr. MONDAY MAR 7 Virtual meeting via Zoom, 7 P.M. SDDS Board of Trustees Meeting SUNDAY APR 3 The University Club, New York, NY, 12 P.M. – 4 P.M. SDDS Annual Installation of Officers and Awards Luncheon THURSDAY MAR 10 Dyker Beach Golf Course, Brooklyn, NY, 6:30 P.M. SDDS General Membership Meeting: Hospital Residents Night ”Restorative-Driven Endodontics: A Paradigm Shift” by Marcus D. Johnson, D.D.S., M.S.D. MONDAY APR 4 Virtual meeting via Zoom, 7 P.M. SDDS Board of Trustees Meeting FRIDAY MAR 11 Dyker Beach Golf Course, Brooklyn, NY, 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. The Dr. Irving E. Gruber Memorial Lecture: Continuing Education Course #2022-03 “A New Perspective on Occlusion” by James R. McKee, D.D.S. FRIDAY APR 8 Hilton Garden Inn, Staten Island, NY, 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. Continuing Education Course #2022-06 “Airway Management is Part of Dental Practice!” by Steven R. Acker, D.D.S., M.S. FRIDAY MAR 18 Hilton Garden Inn, Staten Island, NY, 9 A.M. – 2:30 P.M. Continuing Education Course #2022-04 “CPR and Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office” by Michael Kaliroff, Certified Instructor SUNDAY APR 10 Dyker Beach Golf Course, Brooklyn, NY, 9 A.M. – 12 P.M. Continuing Education Course #2022-07 “Restorative Implant Dentistry: Parts and Pieces” by Leora R. Walter, D.D.S. FRIDAY APR 1 SDDS Headquarters, 9:30 A.M. – 3 P.M. Continuing Education Course #2022-05 “CPR and Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office” by Michael Kaliroff, Certified Instructor THURSDAY APR 14 Hilton Garden Inn, Staten Island, NY, 6:30 P.M. SDDS General Membership Meeting: Branch Society Night ”Demystifying Intra-oral Photography:What YouNeed toKnow” byWilliamBongiorno, D.D.S., F.I.C.D. Dear Colleagues: Thank you everyone for your support and confidence to allow me to serve as the Second District Dental Society (SDDS) president for 2022. Unfortunately, our annual Installation of Officers luncheon, originally scheduled to take place on Jan. 9, had to be postponed due to the recent surge of COVID-19 cases in our area. It has been rescheduled for April 3 and I do hope to see everyone for a much needed in-person meeting at the University Club in Manhattan. Visit sddsny.org to RSVP today. When I was introduced to organized dentistry by Dr. Robert Seminara, he used to say, “You don’t want to bury your head in your office.” He insisted I “get involved and give back.” Initially, he urged me to go to a Richmond County Dental Society (RCDS) meeting and I am glad he did. It was at the RCDS meetings that I met lifelong friends and enjoyed their camaraderie and support. I helped to continue the legacy of the organization by becoming the RCDS borough coordinator for children’s dental health month and eventually, RCDS president. Having a chance to get out of the office, have a glass of wine and a nice dinner while sharing ideas about our practice or commiserating about challenges that only another dentist would understand was very often therapeutic. Taking the next step and getting involved with SDDS, sitting on state councils, joining the SDDS board of trustees and finally getting on the ladder as an officer allowed me to witness that organized dentistry had an even greater influence and required a dedicated volunteer to institute real policy change. Nothing exemplifies this more than the
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Wolfe OFFICE STAFF Bernard Hackett, Executive Director Stephanie Carter Shayo Farinre Christine Terrio SDDS BULLETIN Continued from Page 1 » current COVID-19 pandemic and how the leaders of our profession have encouraged policymakers as it relates to our profession. As we enter the post-COVID world, organized dentistry will be there to continue to help us navigate through any new challenges that come before us. Being a member of organized dentistry has never been more important. Having a large, diverse and engaged membership will give the countless volunteers on the local, state and national levels the resources to allow the profession to emerge even stronger. For 2022 I hope to continue the legacy of the many presidents before me by serving our board of trustees to the best of my ability, while carrying out the wishes of our membership. Issues like higher costs, staffing shortages, increased positivity rates for both staff and patients will create even more challenges for our already COVID-19 fatigued constituents. Your board of trustees and dental society staff remain at the ready to help you in any way they can. I would like to take a moment to thank all those who do all the heavy lifting for our members, starting with our very own Hulk, Mr. Bernard Hackett, who recently celebrated 30 years with our Society. Thank you, Bernard, for the many years of service, professionalism and guidance. Many thanks to the amazing SDDS staff. With the unfortunate departure of longtime staff members Veronica and Shayo (somehow Mr. Hackett managed to keep them on retainer with us), we now have Christine and Stephanie handling daily operations and they have not let the office miss a beat. I would like to send kudos to the incredible SDDS officers, board of trustees and committee persons on both the local and state level who volunteer their time and do yeoman’s work. Speaking of work, countless thanks go out to the volunteers of the Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM) Organization Committee, as well as to GNYDM executive director Dr. Robert Edwab and his staff who together run the most successful dental meeting in the country. I look forward to working with all these dedicated individuals as well as our friends across the river at New York County Dental Society this year. Regards, Michael J. Donato, Jr., D.M.D. SDDS President Dr. Michael Donato, Jr. and his wife, Elaine, with their children Nicolle, Michael III (standing, right) and Matthew (standing, left) 2 SDDS BULLETIN January/February 2022 —VOLUME 39 ◊ NUMBER 1
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The GNYDM Exceeds Expectations With the Largest Face-to-Face Dental Convention of the Year by Jayme S. Spicciatie, GNYDM Program Manager The Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM) thanks you for making the GNYDM the largest face-to-face dental event in the United States. At its 97th annual session held from Friday, Nov. 26 throughWednesday, Dec. 1, 2021 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan, the GNYDM registered a total of 23,539 attendees, including 9,692 dentists, 1,213 dental students, 1,253 dental assistants, and 1,565 dental hygienists. The GNYDM continues to be the largest face-toface dental convention and event in the United States. The GNYDM hopes that you took the opportunity to make new friends, renew old acquaintances and make new contacts with decision-makers and partners for your continued success. The exhibit floor offered special discounts and giveaways. Professionals visited over 800 exhibit booths. It was a great week of business, learning and networking. The GNYDM education included 150+ seminars, handson workshops and essays, with programs in Spanish and Portuguese. The GNYDM included a free health screening fair and vaccinations (flu, COVID-19 boosters, shingles and pneumonia vaccines) on the Sunday of the Meeting; the GNYDM gave out 250+ vaccines to attendees. The in-person event followed all the safety protocols from state and federal mandates. The Javits Center required that all attendees be fully vaccinated and wear a mask. These health and safety protocols led to a successful meeting with no COVID-19 infections reported. The GNYDM continues to expand its specialty meetings, including nine in 2021: World Implant EXPO, Global Orthodontic Conference, Pediatric Dentistry Summit, Sleep Apnea Symposium, 3D Printing & Digital Dentistry Conference, Public Health Symposium, Oral Cancer Symposium, Special Care Dentistry Forum, Women Dentists Leadership Conference and the GNYDM Lab Symposium. The specialty meetings each continue to increase attendance The exhibit floor at the 2021 GNYDM 4 SDDS BULLETIN January/February 2022 —VOLUME 39 ◊ NUMBER 1
Save the Date for 2022! Greater New York Dental Meeting • Fri, Nov 25 – Wed, Nov 30 • Contact Us: [email protected] • www.gnydm.com @GNYDM • #GNYDM and revenue for the GNYDM, as they welcome world-renowned clinicians to New York City. Seminars and hands-on workshops were offered daily. The Nurse’s Program continued; it is a collaborative effort to train nurses about proper oral health and the importance of referring patients to dentists for yearly checkups and overall health care. Added to the Nurse’s Program included volunteer efforts and RAM (Remote Area Medical). The GNYDM Organization Committee works tirelessly to ensure the Meeting’s success throughout the year. With the leadership of then General Chair Dr. James Doundoulakis and then General Chair-Elect Dr. Richard Oshrain, along with the Second District Dental Society (SDDS) chairs on the GNYDM Organization Committee, Drs. Lorna Flamer-Caldera, Ian Lerner, Nathalie Mohadjeri and Paul Teplitsky, the Meeting continued its success in 2021. Of course, additional thanks for allowing the Meeting to run smoothly and effortlessly must go to the countless SDDS member volunteers who were a part of the many GNYDM subcommittees. While the Meeting is a remarkable achievement, the GNYDM is acutely aware that close friends such as you make the Meeting’s accomplishment special. The warmth and collegiality shared by the Greater New York Dental Meeting family create an atmosphere often not evident at other venues. The GNYDM’s achievements always translate to financial accomplishments for the SDDS. Through the GNYDM, the SDDS has been able to continue its long tradition of low-cost, high-quality continuing education and member services. GNYDM attendees participating in lectures and hands-on workshops WWW.SDDSNY.ORG 5
Hello 2022 and Goodbye COVID-19 by Stuart Segelnick, D.D.S., M.S., SDDS Bulletin Editor As I daydreamed about life in Florida without governor or mayoral mandates, news outlets across New York were reporting that COVID-19 was spreading like wildfire. Walking around the Roosevelt Field mall in Nassau County on the evening of Saturday, Dec. 11 was a real eye opener for my wife and me as we shopped for gifts for my upcoming in-person office party. “The Christmas Song” was playing through the speakers and people all around us were upbeat and jolly. The line for parents and their children to see Santa was quite long, and look! There was Santa sitting with a young girl at his side, probably listening to a long list of wishes. I found myself unconsciously humming along to “White Christmas” as the vibrations fluttered on my lips through my mask. Mask…is this a dream? Spinning around, I realized that over 75% of the people were not wearing masks and social distancing. Well, as we say here in Brooklyn, “fuhgeddaboudit.”Was the pandemic truly over? Could I drop the mask and sing again? Unfortunately, no.With increasing numbers of people testing positive for COVID-19 and increasing COVID-related hospitalizations, two days later, Governor Kathy Hochul’s new mask mandate went into effect, requiring masks indoors unless public venues and businesses require proof of vaccination. In the healthcare sector, which includes dentistry, all individuals must continue to wear masks regardless of vaccination status, a mandate that applies to patients and the dental team. While these new requirements were taking effect, I received an email on Dec. 16 from Second District Dental Society (SDDS) alerting me to New York City’s “mandatory employee COVID19 vaccination requirements for employers, effective December 27, 2021.” This mandate forces dentists to require their employees to vaccinate (unless providing medical or religious exemptions), otherwise they will not be able to work. As a strong advocate for vaccination and boosters (I even got boosted at the GNYDM on the afternoon of Sunday, Nov. 28 at the Walgreens booth, thanks to the great foresight of our GNYDM Organization Committee), I am still troubled by how this initiative will affect small businesses like ours in terms of finding employees. The pool of applicants is at a record low and this requirement will most likely make it worse. I am wondering why New York is so battered by this virus when in a short two-day trip to Florida for my uncle’s 90th birthday party, it seemed Florida had it all under control. A dentist I met there said Florida has the least COVID-19 cases per capita and does not have the same strict protocols dentists in New York follow. One dentist I interviewed said his office is back to pre-COVID-19 infection control measures where they only wear level 3 masks, but their patients and staff do not wear any masks, the waiting room is packed with people, and everything is fine and dandy. This specific dentist was not even vaccinated. Could this be endemic to Florida dentists? This prompted a call from me on Dec. 23 to the Florida Dental Association (FDA) to find out what is really happening. Casey Stoutamire, Esq., who serves as director of third-party payers and professional affairs at the FDA, was kind enough to answer some of my questions. In her opinion, the comments and behavior of the one dentist I interviewed are not an accurate representation of most dentist in the state based on the calls the FDA has been receiving and questions they have been asked. Also, Ms. Stoutamire pointed out, it is no longer accurate to state that Florida has the least COVID-19 cases per capita. And as far as strict protocols, Florida dentists are adhering to them. Yes, many practices no longer require masks in the waiting room or social distancing, but it’s all about what patients and doctors feel comfortable with. To make the decision on masks and social distancing, the FDA recommends that dentists use their best medical judgement based on information gathered on the vaccine statuses of their staffs and patients, as well as the COVID-19 rates in their area. Florida does not have any state or local mandates for masks or any vaccine mandates for healthcare workers. However, the FDA strongly recommends that dentists follow the same COVID-19 protocols outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Food and Drug Administration and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration as the rest of the country. The FDA also supports the American Dental Association’s stance and strongly encourages dentists and their staffs be vaccinated. As I daydreamed about life in Florida without governor or mayoral mandates, news outlets across New York were reporting that COVID-19 was spreading like wildfire. When I called a temp agency I have used for years, asking them to send over a temporary assistant for a day since my assistant was unavailable, I was told it was almost impossible to find any because many have contracted COVID-19 or chosen not to work because of the upswing in cases. Meanwhile, my patients were cancelling Figure 1 6 SDDS BULLETIN January/February 2022 —VOLUME 39 ◊ NUMBER 1
their appointments like crazy, due to either having COVID19 or encountering someone with COVID. Yet many of my patients who reported contracting COVID-19 were experiencing minor symptoms similar to the common cold, which they attributed to being vaccinated and boosted. Could we finally have this somewhat under control? A couple of weeks of being under the weather is way better than March 2020, when hundreds of New Yorkers were dying daily from the pandemic. Whereas statistics are showing fewer COVID-19 deaths in NY, guns are causing an increase in violence across our city and gun arrests continue to rise. Thank goodness I hear of very few dentist-related gun problems from our members; then again, it is not something people tend to talk about. A few weeks ago, my wife, Tina, was squeegeeing our SUV’s windows at the gas station when she decided to clean the top of the car and found a hole in the driver’s side roof corresponding to the back seat (Figure 1). She drove to the local car dealer who said it looked like someone dropped a metal rod from a construction site. Tina then went to our local police station and called over a cop, who said it might be a bullet or from a BB gun. After reporting the incident to our insurance company and taking the car to the repair shop, we received confirmation that the hole had been caused by a bullet when the bullet itself was discovered under the seat of the car. We speculated that someone had either shot her car from a building or shot a bullet into the air, which had subsequently landed on the car. I cannot express how upset my family was and how thankful we were that my wife was not another New York gun statistic. Hopefully, our new mayor will have a better answer to getting guns off our streets before any more injuries or deaths occur. A few days ago, I was exposed to COVID-19 after a rare instance of having my mask down around people who, though fully vaccinated, were unknowingly COVID-19 positive. When people who are fully vaccinated and boosted and those who have already recovered from COVID19 can contract the virus, pharmaceutical companies need to start developing second-generation vaccines, not just giving the same vaccines repeatedly, because herd immunity does not seem to be happening. While pondering our future, I ran to the nearest urgent care and waited hours in line to get a long Q-tip spun up my nostrils. Without any symptoms, but precautionary masked and at home quarantined, I awaited the results. Longingly awaiting a negative result can make anyone anxious and down. However, lifting our eyes and hearts up to this year’s Times Square New Year’s Eve ball drop will surely add positivity to our life. That, and of course, Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest, always puts a smile on my face. Thinking of much lower COVID-related death rates and milder COVIDrelated symptoms among the afflicted, along with a new mayor to increase our safety, we have a lot of wonderful New York living to look forward to. SDDS, along with my family and I, wish you a happy and safe 2022 and good riddance to COVID-19! GRADUATE STUDENTS/RESIDENTS DR. KEVIN YU (General Practice; New York University, 2021) Wyckoff Heights Medical Center REINSTATEMENTS DR. REHEM DABEISH (General Practice; New York University, 2016) DR. EDWARD ESPIRITU (General Practice; Northwestern University, 2000) 470 Pendale St, Staten Island, NY 10306-4055 DR. MARITERE ZAMORA (General Practice; Nova Southeastern University, 2019) TRANSFERS DR. FIRAS MARSHEH (Endodontics; New York University, 2006) 2348 Ralph Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11234-5515 Transferred formNew York County Dental Society DR. SUMAYA IBRAHEEM (General Practice; The State University of NewYork, University at Buffalo, 2018) 2348 Ralph Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11234-5515 Transferred fromNew York County Dental Society WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS! WWW.SDDSNY.ORG 7
save the date Annual Installation of Officers and Awards Luncheon New Date Sunday, April 3, 2022 12pm - 4pm The University Club New York 1 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019 Celebrating the Installation of Incoming President Dr. Michael J. Donato Jr. and the 2022 SDDS Officers Photo of the Month SDDS Immediate Past President Dr. Babak Bina signs the GNYDM LLC agreement at SDDS Headquarters in December 2021 8 SDDS BULLETIN January/February 2022 —VOLUME 39 ◊ NUMBER 1
2022 SDDS DENTAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM Apply by March 31 and you could be one of several new dentists selected to receive an award up to $10,000 to help decrease your student loan debt. View eligibility requirements to see if you qualify. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Are you: • A newly licensed dentist who has had your license for five years or less and has completed your residency program or specialty training program? • Licensed in New York and in second year of postgraduate training (if you have converted to full Active membership)? • An active member at Second District Dental Society? • Burdened with over $50,000 in verified dental school loan debt? • Practicing the majority of the time in Brooklyn and/or Staten Island? If so, now is your opportunity to apply for the SDDS Dental School Loan Forgiveness Program. You could be one of several new dentists selected to receive an award of up to $10,000 to decrease your dental student loan debt. Visit www.sddsny.org for full program eligibility details. Program opens on January 1, 2022 Application deadline is March 31, 2022 Annual Installation of Officers Dinner Dance Saturday, april 30, 2022 richmond County Country Club 135 Flagg place, Staten island, New york 10304 Cocktails: 7 P.M. • Dinner and Dancing: 8 P.M. to Midnight CELEBRATING THE INSTALLATION OF INCOMING PRESIDENT Dr. SANDRA S. SCIBETTA, THE 2022 RCDS OFFICERS & Lifetime Achievement Award Receipient Dr. Phyllis G. Merlino $135 per person | Black tie preferred | ForMal iNVitatioNS to follow For more info, please contact Dr. Michael Costa at (718) 442-3982 RCDS Richmond County Dental Society 2 0 2 2 WWW.SDDSNY.ORG 9
SDDS GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Hospital Residents Night *IN-PERSONEVENT – PRE-REGISTRATIONREQUIRED. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for venue entry. Register online at sddsny.org* Thursday,March10, 2022 ◆ DykerBeachGolf Course, Brooklyn,NY ◆ 6:30P.M. ◆ MCEU–1HOUR CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSE #2022-03 *IN-PERSONEVENT – Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for venue entry. Register online at sddsny.org* Friday,March18, 2022 ◆ HiltonGarden Inn, Staten Island,NY ◆ 9A.M.–2:30P.M.&Friday,April 1, 2022 ◆ SDDSHeadquarters, Brooklyn,NY ◆ 9:30A.M.–3P.M ◆ AllCPRcoursesoffer4.5MCEUs CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSE #2022-02 *IN-PERSONEVENT – Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for venue entry. Register online at sddsny.org* Friday,March11, 2022 ◆ DykerBeachGolf Course, Brooklyn,NY ◆ 9A.M.–4P.M. ◆ MCEU–6HOURS Restorative-Driven Endodontics: A Paradigm Shift Featured Clinician: MARCUS D. JOHNSON, D.D.S., M.S.D. Attending, Interfaith Medical Center *Dr. Johnson receives an honorarium from Coltene. This vignette will highlight the endo-restorative dynamic. Case selection, communication barriers to avoid and optimal multidisciplinary care will be illustrated against the backdrop of biological requirements for successful endodontics that demonstrates strategies using current minimally invasive restorative techniques and technologies. A diagnostic and treatment planning regimen will be shown that identifies endodontic pathoses and aids a root canal treatment/restorative complex that promotes excellent results for vital and non-vital teeth. Upon successful completion of this lecture, attendees will: • Effectively treatment plan endodontics cases • Understand the biological requirements for endodontic/ restorative success • Redefine minimally invasive dentistry for their offices CPR and Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office Instructor: MICHAEL KALIROFF Certified Instructor, American Heart Association This course provides dentists and their staffs with the knowledge and skills needed to properly respond to cardiopulmonary and other medical emergencies which can occur in dental offices. The specific advantages and disadvantages of performing CPR within the dental operatory will be discussed. This program utilizes hands-on practice sessions for all participants. Topics to be covered will include heart attacks and strokes (signs and symptoms), sudden cardiac arrest/defibrillation, airway obstruction (choking), respiratory emergencies, anaphylactic reactions, emergency drug kits and more. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will gain the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to administer CPR safely and effectively. Completion of this course will also satisfy the New York State Education Department’s requirement for licensed dentists.* *This course may not fulfill the CPR certification requirements for staff/faculty of some hospitals/universities. CHECK WITH YOUR EMPLOYER BEFORE TAKING THIS COURSE.* A New Perspective on Occlusion Featured Clinician: JAMES R. McKEE, D.D.S Resident Faculty, Spear Education Today we have a better understanding of many occlusal problems that have challenged our profession for decades. Our ability to understand occlusion begins with redefining occlusion to include not only the teeth but also the temporomandibular (TM) joints. By expanding occlusal concepts to include both the teeth and the TM joints, we finally have answers to why some patients have malocclusions, some have pain and some have both. As both a specialist and a restorative dentist, the key to success in most cases is the ability to manage bite forces both at the tooth level and the joint level. During this presentation, we will discuss traditional occlusal concepts that have proven successful. We will also discuss traditional occlusal concepts that may be outdated given our increased knowledge in occlusion and TM joints. Additionally, we will discuss managerial concepts such as fees, insurance coverage and the verbal skills for increased case acceptance. Combining clinical and managerial information will provide dentists a framework for implementation in their practices. Upon successful completion of this course, attendees will learn: • How to recognize high-risk occlusion and TM joint patients when considering restorative dentistry, implant dentistry, orthodontics, orthognathic surgery or airway treatment • New concepts in occlusion and TM joint diagnosis and treatment planning and learn what historical occlusal/TMD concepts may need revision • How to develop a treatment planning protocol that can be used on for predictable treatment outcomes on both low-risk and high-risk occlusion patients Second District Dental Society is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifyingquality providers of continuingdental education. ADACERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. SecondDistrict Dental Society designates each activity in this brochure for the stated number of continuing education credits. Second District Dental Society is a recognized sponsor by the N.Y.S. Education Department, ADA CERP and the AGD. Unless otherwise stated, all featured speakers have disclosed that they do not have any relevant financial arrangements or affiliations with any corporate organizations that would constitute a conflict of interest concerning the continuing education activities stated herein. 10 SDDS BULLETIN January/February 2022 —VOLUME 39 ◊ NUMBER 1
SDDS GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Branch Society Night *IN-PERSONEVENT – PRE-REGISTRATIONREQUIRED. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for venue entry. Register online at sddsny.org* Thursday,April 14, 2022 ◆ HiltonGarden Inn, Staten Island,NY ◆ 6:30P.M. ◆ MCEU–1HOUR CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSE #2022-05 *IN-PERSONEVENT – Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for venue entry. Register online at sddsny.org* Friday,April 8, 2022 ◆ HiltonGarden Inn, Staten Island,NY ◆ 9A.M.–4P.M. ◆ MCEU–6HOURS Demystifying Intra-oral Photography: What You Need to Know Featured Clinician: WILLIAMBONGIORNO, D.D.S., F.I.C.D. Clinical Instructor, Department of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, New York University College of Medicine Depending on the objectives of the photography, specific criteria will be discussed including lenses, use of these lenses, cameras, sensor size, principles of depth of field and changes that have to be made depending on use. This lecture is useful for those that are publishing, documenting or marketing. There are many different kinds of cameras that are used in intraoral photography. Some expensive options are not necessary and less expensive cameras can be used. Others, depending on use, may be more. In addition, the accessories needed to produce great intra-oral photographs will be described, including retractors, mirrors and contrast accessories. Upon successful completion of this presentation, attendees will learn how to choose an intraoral camera andwill understand the principles of digital intraoral photography. Airway Management is Part of Dental Practice! Featured Clinician: STEVEN R. ACKER, D.D.S., M.S, Clinical Instructor, Kois Center This course will cover the following: • Airway disorders and sleep-disordered breathing (introduction, health concerns from a public health perspective) • Anatomy and physiology of the airway • Genetic and epigenetic factors in airway and craniofacial development • Introduction of a system for managing airway patients in everyday practice • Structure, function and behavior as root causes of airway dysfunction • Patient screening • Data collection – medical metrics, clinical exam, clinical photography, cone beam CT scan and digital intraoral scanning • Interpretation of data collection • Training of high-resolution pulse oximeter • Application of digital scanning in airway management • Introduction to diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea and upper airway resistance syndrome • Diagnosis and treatment planning • Interventions and treatment • Digital scanning for diagnostics and oral appliance therapy • Review of myofunctional therapy, functional appliances, biomimetic appliances and orthopedic expansion appliances • Review of available definitive correction strategies including appliances and other modalities • Medical billing model and implementation • Building a network of providers for airway patients • Review of sleep and health • Case presentations • Adjunctive therapies Upon successful completion of this course, attendees will learn how airway dysfunction is an integral part of patient care. Attendees will learn a system for managing this important health and wellness concern in their practices every day. The system provides practitioners both the starting point and more advanced concepts that can grow within their clinical practice. Sustainable oral health for a lifetime results in more meaningful systemic health. SDDS March Membership Meeting: “RestorativeDriven Endodontics: A Paradigm Shift” FREE FOR ALL SDDS MEMBERS! Marcus D. Johnson, D.D.S., M.S.D. Thursday, March 10, 2022 Dyker Beach Golf Course, Brooklyn 6:30 P.M. MCEU - 1 hour REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Dinner included #2022-02 The Dr. Irving E. Gruber Memorial Lecture: “A New Perspective on Occlusion” SDDS Members $140 SDDS Member’s Staff $90 SDDS Residents FREE ADA Members $150 ADA Member’s Staff $100 Non-ADA Members $265 Non-ADA Member’s Staff $165 Federal Service Dentists $70 James R. McKee, D.D.S. Friday, March 11, 2022 Dyker Beach Golf Course, Brooklyn 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. MCEU - 6 hours Breakfast and lunch included #2022-05 “Airway Management is Part of Dental Practice!” SDDS Members $100 SDDS Member’s Staff $85 SDDS Residents FREE ADA Members/Staff $110 Non-ADA Members/Staff $190 Federal Service Dentists $50 Steven R. Acker, D.D.S., M.S. Friday, April 8, 2022 Hilton Garden Inn, Staten Island 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. MCEU - 6 hours Breakfast and lunch included #2022-06 “Restorative Implant Dentistry: Parts and Pieces” SDDS Members/Staff $50 SDDS Residents FREE ADA Members/Staff $60 Non-ADA Members/Staff $95 Federal Service Dentists $25 Leora R. Walter, D.D.S. Sunday, April 10, 2022 Dyker Beach Golf Course, Brooklyn 9 A.M. – 12 P.M. MCEU - 3 hours Dinner included SDDS April Membership Meeting: “Demystifying Intra-oral Photography: What You Need to Know ” FREE FOR ALL SDDS MEMBERS! William Bongiorno, D.D.S., F.I.C.D. Thursday, April 14, 2022 Hilton Garden Inn, Staten Island 6:30 P.M. MCEU - 1 hour REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Dinner included “CPR and Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office” SDDS Members $160 SDDS Member’s Staff $145 SDDS Residents FREE ADA Members/Staff $170 Non-ADA Members/Staff $280 Federal Service Dentists $80 Michael Kaliroff MCEU - 4.5 hours SDDS Headquarters, Brooklyn (9:30 A.M. – 3 P.M.) #2022-04 Friday, April 1, 2022 Hilton Garden Inn, Staten Island (9 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.) #2022-03 Friday, March 18, 2022 #2022-08 Friday, May 6, 2022 Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for venue entry. Advance registration required for all listed events. Register online at sddsny.org. WWW.SDDSNY.ORG 11
Dr. Hasib Ahmed – New York University, 2021 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. Farbod Baghaei – New York University, 2021 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. Curtis M. Kim – New York University, 2021 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. Christina Lun – New York University, 2021 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. Firoozeh Shekari – New York University, 2021 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. Evelina Zektser – New York University, 2021 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. Olga Yampolsky – Columbia University, 2020 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. MariamAtaalle – Canada-University of Montreal, 2021 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. BrittanyWall – New York University, 2020 (Wyckoff Heights Medical Center) Dr. Jessica Li – New York University, 2017 (NYU Langone) Motion Passed: To elect the newmembers, reinstatements, transfers and residents to membership ANNOUNCEMENTS: See “Upcoming Events” calendar. CORRESPONDENCE: (none) REPORTOFOFFICERS AND STAFF President—Dr. Babak Bina: • Reminder that all board members should preside and we have a general membership meeting thisThursday Treasurer—Dr. Paul Teplitsky: • As reported NYSDA REPORTS Council on Dental Benefit Plans —Dr. Alyson Buchalter (emailed): • ADA is advocating for dentistry in Medicare at 300% or below poverty level; NY Health Act single payer for health plans is being considered by the NYS legislature; virtual credit cards continue to be an issue and will be sending out a survey. Please fill them out as insurance companies split the processing fee with the merchant, want us to ask permission first before sending VCCs SDDS Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes October 4, 2021 BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Motion passed: to accept the minutes of the September 13, 2021 board of trustees meeting PRESENT: Drs.: Bina, Donato, Flagiello, Mindlin, Teplitsky, Quartey-Sagaille, Albicocco, Buchalter, Buccigrossi, DeLeonibus, Demas, Meiselman, Merlino, Mistretta, Richard, Sager, Segelnick, Turchak, Venterina andWolfe EXCUSED: Drs. Scibetta, Bongiorno, Cheung, Lam and Rosenwein GUESTS: Drs.: Doundoulakis, Halikias, Flamer-Caldera, Lieb, Oshrain, Pavlakos, Ratner, Sconzo andMcIntyre DECEASEDMEMBERS: (none) ELECTIONOFMEMBERS NEWMEMBERS: Dr. Martin I. Lieberman – University of Minnesota, 1983 Dr. Bogdan Brajic – New York University, 2020 REINSTATEMENTS: Dr. DerekW. Giddon – New York University, 2012 TRANSFERS: Dr. Padideh Lavaaldin – University of Southern California, 2018 (Transferred from San Fernando Valley Dental Society) Dr. Thomas Emmanuel Pervolarakis – University of Detroit-Mercy, 2014 (Transferred from New York County Dental Society) RESIDENTMEMBERS: Dr. Philip Jamie Eisler – New York University, 2020 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. Juhi Shah – New York University, 2020 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. Michael Vincent Cambria – Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, 2021 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. Tannaz Malekian – Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, 2021 (Staten Island University Hospital) Dr. Melanie R. Silvestrini Mavrovich –Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, 2021 (Staten Island University Hospital) Council on Ethics —Dr. Paul Teplitsky (emailed): • As reported SDDS REPORTS Greater NewYork Dental Meeting— Dr. James Doundoulakis: • Close to 7,700 registrants • Educational numbers have doubled in continuing educational registrants • International dentists have increased as the travel restrictions have relaxed in the US, particularly from the EU • Cocktail hour on Saturday night instead of the dinner dance UNFINISHEDBUSINESS: (none) NEWBUSINESS: (none) GOOD&WELFARE ADJOURNMENT: 7:26 P.M. November 1, 2021 BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING President, Dr. Babak Bina, called the meeting to order at 7:07 P.M. Acceptance of the minutes of the October 4, 2021 board of trustees meeting PRESENT: Drs. Bina, Donato, Flagiello, Mindlin, Quartey-Sagaille, Venterina, Albicocco, Segelnick, Scibetta, Buccigrossi, Buchalter, Butt, DeLeonibus, Demas, Lam, Merlino, Richard, Rosenwein, Turchak and Wolfe EXCUSED: Drs. Teplitsky, Bongiorno, Cheung, Meiselman, Mistretta and Sager GUESTS: Drs. Doundoulakis, Gounardes, Halikias, Flamer-Caldera, Oshrain, Pavlakos, Pasquale, Ratner, Reyes, Sconzo and Sherman DECEASEDMEMBERS: Dr. Peter Gershenson – NYU, 1983 ELECTIONOFMEMBERS NEWMEMBERS: Dr. Debbie Jang – University of Nevada Las Vegas, 2017 REINSTATEMENTS: (none) TRANSFERS: Dr. Aesha Chaudhry – University of Pittsburgh, 2003 (Transferred from Fifth District Dental Society) 12 SDDS BULLETIN January/February 2022 —VOLUME 39 ◊ NUMBER 1
SDDS Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes Dr. Thomas Pervolarakis – University of Detroit-Mercy, 2014 (Transferred from Colorado Springs Dental Society) Dr. Padideh Lavaaldin – University of Southern California, 2018 (Transferred from San Fernando Dental Society) RESIDENTMEMBERS: Dr. Jake Shapiro – University of Pennsylvania, 2021 (Veteran Affairs Harbor Healthcare) ANNOUNCEMENTS: See “Upcoming events” calendar. CORRESPONDENCE 1. Letter fromDr. Chris Salierno, Chair, Paul Leary Campaign Committee (previously emailed) 2. Letter dated September 28, 2021 from NYSDA President Elect Dr. James Galati (previously emailed) REPORTOFOFFICERS AND STAFF President—Dr. Babak Bina: • SDDS Installation will be at the University Club of NY on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022 Treasurer—Dr. Paul Teplitsky: • As reported Executive Director—Mr. BernardHackett: • SDDSCE program is in the process of gathering speakers. First liveCEprogramwill be late February 2022. Proof of full vaccinationwill be required at all 2022CE events. All registrations will be done online via SDDS website • Nov. 11 is the general membership meeting and James Galati, theNYSDApresident-elect will be visiting • We’ve been unsuccessful in the insurance claim for water damage at headquarters • Greater NY Dental Meeting requires vaccination to attend. • TheGNYDMLLCapproval has been received and will be arranging for signing off with the presidents. Dr. Edwab will be responsible to file and open the new bank account and will have two sets of books for 2021 • GNYDMfinancial success will largely be on the educational registrations • Loan Forgiveness Programwill be holding a meeting on Nov. 9 ADAHOUSEOFDELEGATE REPORTS: Dental Education, Science and RelatedMatters— Dr. Albicocco (previously emailed) Dental Benefits, Practice and Related Matters— Dr. Buchalter (previously emailed) Dental Benefits, Practice and Related Matters— Dr. Demas (previously emailed) Report on Committee B - Budget— Dr. Quartey (previously emailed) Report on Reference Committee D— Dr. Mindlin (previously emailed) NYSDA REPORTS NYSDA Council on Dental Practice Minutes and Report—Dr. John Demas (previously emailed) NYSDA Council on Education and Licensure— Dr. Deborah Pasquale (previously emailed) • It is taking residents 2–3 months after residency to receive their license • Discussed with the American Association of Physicists that lead aprons are no longer needed but a thyroid collar is needed. The State Board will discuss with radiologists NYSDATrustee Report —Dr. Mitchell Mindlin: • Dr. Henner recognized Dr. Goudarzi and his presidency and will be co-hosting and celebrating his presidency at the next House of Delegates together • Autopay for all components • Zoom meeting with Governor Hochul was completed and she hopes to continue working with us • From our lobbyist Roy Laske they are considering the State budget dental demonstration project, hygienist infiltration and nitrous oxide bill, and Rep. Godfrey is pushing the NY Health Plan • Online continuing education will count towards licensure through July 2022 • All the Board of Trustee meetings through the end of the year will be virtual • Renewed contract of editor of NYSDA Journal • Dr. Feldman has given his notice that he will be stepping down as Executive Director in September 2022. Dr. Henner has started a search committee to look for his replacement and Mr. Bernard Hackett is on that committee SDDS REPORTS Greater NewYork Dental Meeting— Dr. James Doundoulakis: • Almost 12,000 registrants • Did not scout at the ADA SmileCon meeting but instead had a successful booth • Zoom Pre-Con meeting on Monday, Nov. 22 at 7 P.M. • Cocktail party on Saturday, Nov. 27 • Will be giving vaccine booster at the meeting through Walgreens Richmond County Dental Society — Dr. Sandra Scibetta: • Membership meeting Nov. 16 which is the Past Presidents Meeting and held virtually • RCDS Installation Jan. 29 at Richmond County Country Club UNFINISHEDBUSINESS: Ad-hoc Committee to identify candidates for SDDS Board vacancy —Dr. Demas: • Committee presented Dr. Lorna FlamerCaldera and Dr. Mark Cerrachio for board vacancy.Dr. LornaFlamer-Calderawas elected and her term expires at the end of 2022 NEWBUSINESS: (none) Dr. Mindlin presented resolution: Resolved, that SDDS Support Dr. Paul Leary’s campaign for ADA president with a contribution up to $10,000. Resolution passed GOOD&WELFARE: • Dr. Ratner discussed that the dental benefit in Medicare likely will not be in the new reconciliation bill, but it will likely return at a later date • Birthday fundraiser for Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis Friday, Nov. 19 at 7 P.M. If you would like to attend, please contact Dr. Venterina • State Senator Gounardes’ Sleep Act was signed into law. This increases the fine from $100 to $1,000 when people illegally alter their mufflers creating noise pollution ADJOURNMENT: 8:24 P.M. WWW.SDDSNY.ORG 13
SDDS Job Board POSITIONSWANTED GENERAL DENTIST AVAILABLE PARTTIME: Experienced General Dentist available 1-2 days/week and alternate Saturdays. Bay Ridge area, Park Slope, North Brooklyn and Staten Island. Contact: (917) 301-4436 POSITIONS AVAILABLE ORAL SURGEON: PERIODONTIST (PART-TIME): Part-time licensed periodontist to take over patients as soon as possible. Hours and salary will be discussed upon interview. Contact: Dr. Nicholas Mattia or Alyssa | (718)-442-8440 | [email protected] ORAL SURGEON - NYU LANGONE BROOKLYN: NYU Langone Health Brooklyn Dental Department is seeking for full-time or part-time oral surgeon to supervise GPR and AEGD residents in our Brooklyn hospital and their affiliated sites. Benefits includes retirement plan, and medical and dental insurance, Loan forgiveness eligibility, vacations and CE days. Interested individuals please email your C.V. Contact: Margaret | [email protected] GENERAL DENTIST - NYU LANGONE BROOKLYN: NYU Langone Health Brooklyn Dental Department is seeking full time dentist to act as site directors in their Brooklyn satellite clinics. Benefits includes retirement plan, and medical and dental insurance, Loan forgiveness eligibility, vacations and CE days. Interested individuals please email your C.V. Contact: Margaret | [email protected] GENERAL DENTIST - NYU LANGONEBROOKLYN: NYULangone Health Brooklyn Dental Department is seeking general dentist for direct patient care in the Brooklyn hospital and their satellite clinics. Benefits includes retirement plan, and medical and dental insurance, Loan forgiveness eligibility, vacations and CE days. Interested individuals please email your C.V. Contact: Margaret | [email protected] GENERAL DENTIST - NYU LANGONE BROOKLYN (PT OR FT): NYU Langone Health Brooklyn Dental Department is seeking general dentist as fulltime or part-time to supervise our GPR and AEGD residents in our Brooklyn hospital and the affiliated sites. Benefits includes retirement plan, and medical and dental insurance, Loan forgiveness eligibility, vacations and CE days. Interested individuals please email your C.V. Contact: Margaret | Margaret.mason@ nyulangone.org GENERAL DENTIST: Well-established private practice seeking a full-time general dentist to join our growing team. We are in search of clinically skillful doctors with great communication skills and an ability to build a rapport with our patients. 2+ years experience preferred. Contact: Dr. Anthony Pannone | (718) 979 -2121 | jobs@ oakwooddentalarts.com ORAL SURGEON: We have excellent FT/PT opportunities for an experienced, motivated Oral Surgeon to join our team. We are in search of an oral surgeon with a friendly demeanor, excellent surgical skills and the ability to establish trust and maintain comfort for all our patients. Please submit your resume/CV for consideration. Contact: Dr. Anthony Pannone | (718) 979 -2121 | [email protected] PART-TIME ORAL SURGEON: Looking for a part-time oral surgeon that is certified and NYS licensed and insured. Can work 1-2 days per month, flexible schedule. Perform 3rd molar extractions grafting, bone augmentation, implant placement. Base salary of $1,750 or 50% production. Please email resume to Dr. Klein. Contact: Dr. Laura Klein | [email protected] FULL-TIME LICENSED DENTIST: Full-time licensed dentist to take over patients as soon as possible. Hours and salary will be discussed upon interview. Contact: Dr. Nicholas Mattia or Alyssa | (718)-442-8440 | [email protected] PERIODONTIST – BROOKLYN: Periodontist needed for busy Brooklyn implant practice of general dentistry for regenerative procedures including: grafting and augmentation; soft and hard tissue; perio-gingival plasty for aesthetics; sinus bump and lift. Manage cases presently being referred out. Must be experienced and personable. Hours and days flexible. Contact: Dr. Simon Kappel | 718-436-0202 | [email protected] ORTHODONTIST: Full- or part-time position, for a busy Staten Island general and multi-specialist practice. Contact: Jill at [email protected] ENDODONTIST AND PERIODONTIST (STATEN ISLAND): Multispecialty practice is looking for an endodontist and periodontist to join our team. Flexible hours. Contact: [email protected] GENERAL DENTIST: Large dental practice on Staten Island looking for General Dentist. Flexible hours. Contact: Jill | (718) 494-0100 | [email protected] SEEKING PEDIATRIC DENTIST ANDORTHODONTIST (SUFFOLK COUNTY): Large established pediatric and orthodontic practice with multiple locations in Suffolk County is seeking a long-term, full-time/part-time pediatric dentist and a part-time orthodontist to join our dynamic team. Candidates must be proficient in their field of expertise as well as energetic and team oriented. Contact: Lori | (631) 928-8585 ASSOCIATE WANTED: Busy cosmetic dental office in Brooklyn. Digital x-ray machine. Friendly and experienced staff. Minimum two years experience. Good compensation. Possible transition to ownership. Send resume by fax: (718) 376-7652 or by email. Contact: (917) 400-5073 | [email protected] Advertising in the SDDS Job Board The SDDS Job Board is a free memberbenefit program for all Second District members who are seeking employment and for all SDDS members who have positions available at their office address in Brooklyn or Staten Island. This member benefit is available only to Second District members in good standing. Please call Christine at (718) 522-3939 or send us an email for details on placing an associateship listing. 14 SDDS BULLETIN January/February 2022 —VOLUME 39 ◊ NUMBER 1
Classifieds OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE: Dentist practicing 40 years on Ave O and West 9th Street in Brooklyn looking to scale down to 5–7 days per month. I would like to rent space and/or phase out in a dental practice in the Gravesend/Bensonhurst area. Terms flexible but would like to be done in two years. 200 active private patients before COVID. Equipment, supplies and staff are available. Email [email protected] or (516) 647-7370. DENTAL OFFICE FOR RENT: Midwood; 1500 sq. ft; private house; modern; 3 operatories: large waiting room; separate office, lounge and lab. Central air; alarm system and basement for storage. [email protected] (917) 697-0671. STATEN ISLAND PRACTICE &BUILDING FOR SALE: Established Staten Island practice offers perfect opportunity for new dentist starting out or existing practice looking to expand…5 fully equipped ops! Please contact (917) 295-6027 for details. DENTAL PRACTICE FOR SALE (ROCKAWAY BEACH, NY) – How would you like to make your own schedule as the owner of a profitable dental practice? Ground level turn-key newly renovated 3 operatory dental office with ample parking and spectacular view of the bay. 700 active patients grossing 350K on 2.5 days/week. Bustling hygiene schedule. Files completely electronic – Open Dental Software – fully networked. Carestream digital X-rays and intra-oral cameras, Three Aegis aerosol evacuators, Global microscope, Air abrasion/plasma arc curing, Nitrous oxide, electric handpieces, Velscope, Diagnodent – hard and soft tissue laser training – will mentor in the process of transferring if desired. Price negotiable – also, you will probably never need to buy another hand instrument – contact: [email protected] PRACTICE FOR SALE – Very successful mercury-safe biologic dental practice in NY’s Hudson Valley. Excellent location, rapidly growing community, established patient base, 100% fee for service, 5 operatories, state of the art technology and equipment. Contact: Dr. Jeff Viglielmo, D.D.S., A.I.A.O.M.T. (845) 594-5541 or Dr. Maureen Viglielmo, M.S., D.D.S. (845) 389-0568. FOR SALE – Well established practice for sale in Brooklyn. Located on Marine Parkway. 3 treatment rooms. Fully networked with Dentrix, Shick/Sirona intraoral and Sirona Orthophos pan. All new computers for work stations and server. All equipment in very good condition. Owner is presently working Tuesdays andThursdays and would like to continue treating patients as an associate. Call (917) 478-7404. DENTAL OFFICE FOR RENT/SALE— Modern dental practice in a very busy area of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, 11204 / 1st floor / corner building / approx. 1000 sq. feet (high ceiling). Three fully equipped operatories / custom cabinets / flat screenTVs / computerized / central AC & heat. Nitrous oxide / pulse oximeter. Eagle software system, digital schick X-rays, panoramic machine, waiting room area & nice size reception area plus flat screen TV. Fully equipped laboratory area / kitchen / storage room / basement. Alarm & stereo system / phone system / 24 hrs surveillance camera. Private office (separate entrance). Near public transportation. Long term lease / available immediately. Please contact us @ (718) 435-0045. WWW.SDDSNY.ORG 15
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