President's Message 
We started the year with a great meeting. Thank you to everyone who attended. Jeff Scott, DMD gave us some of the latest research on when it is safe to cement our implant crowns and when we should use screw retained crowns and/or custom abutments. He also told us the best and worst cements to use for implant retained crowns. Unfortunately, some of the cements marketed to us as being made for implant crowns are the worst ones for growing bacteria around our patient's implants. This can lead to implantitis and implant failure. The best cements contain zinc, for example Temp Bond.
Join us at the October meeting where we will learn about dental photography from Dr. Rasmussen. Good pictures are worth a thousand words, but bad pictures are just a distraction. If you want to improve your dental photography then come to the October 21st meeting.
Warm Regards,
Marty
John Martin Bindeman, DDS
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Integrating Dental Photography into
Your Dental Practice - October 21st
RSVP TODAY
Speaker: Dr. Richard Rasmussen
Seminar: Integrating Dental Photography into Your Practice
Time: 6:00 p.m. social hour, 7:00 p.m. seminar, 1 CEU
Exhibitors: Carr Healthcare Realty, Dental Services Group, Hiossen Implant, Onsite 3D Imaging, My Dental Agency and Solution Reach
Meal Options: Chicken, Fish or Veggie - when you RSVP please include your meal choice. Those that do not select will receive chicken.
Integrating Dental Photography Into Your Practice:
Dental photography is one of the most powerful tools to educate patients on their treatment needs. Dr. Rasmussen will be presenting the benefits, tools and techniques of incorporating dental photography in your practice. Emphasis will be given to the selection of the appropriate camera system based upon the office's specific needs as well as real world techniques to effectively and efficiently manage the digital workflow.
About the Speaker:
Established since 1982, Dr. Richard A. Rasmussen, Jr. practices periodontics and implant dentistry in Florida with three offices in Clearwater, South Tampa and North Tampa. Dr. Rasmussen earned his baccalaureate in chemistry and doctorate from the State University of New York at Buffalo, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and received several academic awards. He then received his specialty American Academy of Periodontology training from the University of Alabama, with a joint appointment to the Veterans Administration Hospital. He has authored articles in The Journal of Dental Research, The Journal of the Florida Dental Association, Implantology Update, and The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. Additionally, he authored a textbook entitled "The Brånemark System of Oral Reconstruction: A Clinical Atlas". Dr.Rasmussen lectures throughout the year to both local and national study clubs. He is also the director of the Seattle Study Club, Tampa chapter.
Message from UPCDA: Please help UPCDA keep cost down by referring vendors to sponsor our local meetings. Exhibit cost is $350.00. Exhibitor form
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Be a participant and "PLAY for CARE" in this year's event.
When: October 23, 2015 at 1:00 pm, Registration starts at 11:30 am
Where: East Lake Woodlands Golf and Country Club-Oldsmar.
Why: The proceeds from this event help keep the doors of Gulf Coast Dental Outreach open to provide dental care for low-income adults. We are a 501(C) 3 not for profit organization
What's included: One round of golf at one of the area's most respected courses, box lunch, multi-entrée buffet dinner, golf contest, raffles and Prizes!
More WHY: Did I mention "Free Beer"?
Don't play golf? It's a Scramble. Play anyway! Consider being a Sponsor. Opportunities are available from as low as $250 for a tee box sign to Porcelain sponsor for $6,000. Other sponsorship levels are available in between. Thank you for your generous support!
For more information, contact Harry Gross, Executive Director at 813-579-3935 ext. 105 or Janet Ettleman at janet.ettleman@gmail.com
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Federal Laws May Prohibit Dentists From Texting, Calling Patients
The ADA News reports that the ADA Center for Professional Success provides tips for dentists on texting and calling patients while also offering information on federal laws, like the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, that may prohibit such acts. According to the article, "Dentists may need to obtain written consent and take other steps to avoid liability and penalties under federal laws," which were created to allow consumers to avoid unwanted communications, but may also "prevent dentists from using traditional methods to contact their patients." The article adds that some dental practices have already been sued for violating the laws.
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Stars, Stripes, and Smiles - Dental Care for Veterans Provided at No Cost to our Nation's Heroes
This event is hosted by West Pasco Dental Association on Friday, October 9, 2015. The event will be hosted at the PHSC West Campus at the Dental Hygiene School clinic.
The 75 military veterans to be treated include those that were discharged within the past 4-5 years who have been chronically unemployed as well as veterans in recovery programs and the homeless. These are patients that are ineligible for VA dental benefits and who truly need our help! UPCDA member dentists, come help serve those who have served our nation!
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Volunteers Needed - Support our Local Clinics
You can make a difference by volunteering your time.
Community Dental Clinic
We are blessed in our area to have many options to give back to our community through volunteering our skills as dentists. A brand new venue is opening in northern Pinellas County. The name is Community Dental Clinic and is located in Clearwater. Volunteer dentists and hygienists are needed to work 4 hour shifts starting on Fridays (expanding to other days soon). Opening day is Friday, September 20th. If you would like to volunteer for any upcoming days please contact the Director, Cheryl Small, at 727-418-0535.
Gulf Coast Dental Outreach
Volunteer by contact Dr. Robert Ettleman
rob@gulfcoastdentaloutreach.org or Executive Director Mr. Harry Gross harry@gulfcoastdentaloutreach.org. From the web www.gulfcoastdentaloutreach.org click on "our role" radio button or simply call 813-579-3935 ext 101 or ext 105
Homeless Emergency Project
Volunteer information: The "on site" person handling paperwork is: Margaret Lett Phone number - 727-442-9041 ext. 107 Email: mlett@ethep.org. For information regarding the clinical service aspect - contact: Dr. Patrick Lepeak. Cell # 727-424-3559. All phases of dentistry are needed and appreciated. An active Florida dental license is required. Hygienist services are also very much needed.
Healthy Teeth Clinic, Department of Health, Largo
Dentist Volunteers Needed! Want to be part of something great that will really make a difference? Volunteer your time and talents to the Healthy Teeth Clinic. Work with awesome assistants and grateful patients in a beautiful office. We work hard to make sure you have a great experience. Tell us the hours and dates that will work for you and the services you're happy to provide and we will take care of the rest. Call or E-Mail Christina Vongsyprasom at 727-824-6966 and Christina_Vongsyprasom@doh.state.fl.us for more information or to set up a volunteer date.
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Mark Your Calendar
UPCDA Meetings
Dr. Richard Rasmussen
Integrating Dental Photography into Your Practice
Belleair Country Club
November 11th
Dr. Sam Low
Joint meeting with Pinellas
Hilton St. Petersburg
Carillon Park
December 4th
Holiday Party
East Lake Woodlands Country Club
2016
January 20th
Dr. Thomas Young Ho Yoon
Computer Guided Implant Surgery
East Lake Woodlands Country Club
March 16th - Dr. Mark Davis - East Lake Woodlands Country Club
April 20th - Dr. Johnny Johnson, Staff welcome
Bon Appétit
Other Important Dates
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February 2-3, 2016 FDA Dentists' Day on The Hill
WCDDA Annual Meeting
CAMLS
Registration is open
February 28, 2016
End of biennium
April 6-10, 2016
WCDDA NAPA Trip
April 22-23, 2016
FDA Mission of Mercy
Jacksonville
June 16-18, 2016
FDA's Dental Convention
Gaylord Palms, Orlando
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TRACK YOUR PRO BONO SERVICE AND REDUCED FEE SERVICES
click here
It is important to track and report your pro bono services in order to provide financial and statistical information to state and national legislators.
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Reminder
Dues are due! If you have not paid your dues or have not seen an invoice please contact UPCDA (727) 449-1232 |
UPCDA
Executive Board
Dr. John Bindeman
President
Dr. Emanuel Kontos
President-Elect
Dr. George Kostakis
1st VP & Program Chairperson
Dr. James Doerner
Secretary
Dr. Jeremy Albert
Council At-Large
Dr. Kristin Burch
Treasurer
Dr. Uday Mehta
Membership Chairman
Delegates
Dr. Kristen Burch
Dr. James Carazola
Dr. Oscar Menendez
Alternate Delegates
Dr. John Bindeman
Dr. William Kochenour
Dr. Larry Lieberman
Peer Review Chairman
Dr. Mark Obman
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