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Dr. Carlos Salinas Award | |
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The South Carolina Dental Association (SCDA) and the South Carolina Oral Health Coalition (SCOHACC) have established an award to honor a dentist for excellence in providing care to and advocacy for individuals with special health care needs. This is the fifth year of the award, co-sponsored by Specialized Care Company, and nominations are now being accepted. The winner will receive special recognition at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston and at the annual SCOHACC Oral Health Forum; will receive an engraved award from the SCDA and SCOHACC; and the recipient's name will be placed on a perpetual plaque displayed at the MUSC Dental College.
Requirements:
- The nominee must be a dentist licensed to practice dentistry in the State of South Carolina.
- Nominations can be submitted by anyone in the community other than the provider receiving the nomination. (Author must include name and contact information).
- A formal letter written by the person submitting the nomination; stating why the nominee should be selected.
- The letter should cite at least three specific examples that demonstrate how the nominee has provided exceptional care for patients with special needs.
- Deadline for nomination letter receipt (or postmark) is June 29, 2012. (Electronic submissions are preferred).
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DAD | |
Plans for the fourth DAD Project are underway! The project will be held in Columbia, SC, August 16-18, 2012 at the State Fairgrounds. A volunteer form and hotel information are posted on the SCDA website. Sign up now and plan to get involved.
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Oral Health Legislation Introduced in Congress | |
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In Washington, Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Representative Elijah Cummings (D-Md.) announced what they said is "the most sweeping legislation ever to address the national crisis in dental care" at a Capitol Hall news conference last week. Click here to read the full story from the American Dental Association.
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X-Ray Certificates Displayed | |
When DHEC comes to your office to review radiation guidelines and procedures, many times they will look to make sure those who are taking x-rays have the proper certificate displayed.
DHEC will recognize and accept the certification of the S.C. State Board of Dentistry relating to the qualifications of licensed hygienists, certified dental assistants and those assistants who have been certified by their dentist as being completely competent in taking radiographs and who have passed the radiation safety exam administered by the SCDA. Documentation must be kept in file and up-to-date. Click here to review the Radiation Training Manual.
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Continuing Education for the Dental Professional | |
Outdoor Adventures Worldwide is offering the Dental Professional a unique continued education opportunity this fall in South Dakota. Why waste another day in a boring classroom setting while obtaining your CE Credits, join us for an exciting weekend of world-class pheasant hunting and education experience.
Renowned pheasant hunting destination E Circle E Farms in South Dakota will be hosting our group November 7-11, 2012. Early registration enters you in a drawing for a NEW Remington VersaMax 12 Gauge shotgun and a case of Remington Nitro Pheasant Shells valued at over $1500! Each registered hunter will receive a NEW pheasant hunting vest and shotgun case. Click here for full details on this offering and registration information! |
