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Hi All BDDS Members,
Summer is about to close and we will be kicking off our fall meetings on Friday, August 24th with a 5 CEU meeting with Dr. Carl E. Misch. In September we begin our bi-monthly general CE meetings on Tuesday, September 4th. Please mark your calendars for the dates below.
Friday, August 24, Dr. Carl E. Misch Seminar at Cahaba Grand Conference Center
Tuesday, September 4, "Botox and Dermal Fillers"- Dr. Peter Waite
Tuesday, November 13, "Meth Mouth, Truth or Fiction" - Dr. Gerry Walker
Tuesday, January 8, 2013 "Pharmacology Update" - Dr. Pamela Sims
Tuesday, March 5, To be Announced
Tuesday, May 7, Periodontics/Dean's Address -
Dr. Michael Reddy
Thanks......Richard
Richard Morgan
Executive Director
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Dr. Richard Vest update
If you have not heard, Dr. Vest was in a motorcycle accident. Below is a message from Dr. Vest's wife, Janet, from July 29th. Once I receive an update on his condition, I will pass it along in a special e-blast.
Treasured friends and family
We continue to thank God for His amazing grace & mercy not only to spare Richard's life yesterday, but also to keep him from paralysis. A few may just be learning that during our family's weekend visit to G'ville ,SC to visit Rich & his family, yesterday a.m. Richard was at the front w/3 other cyclists behind, just about 2 miles into what was hoped to be a lovely 40-50 mi. Ride. No dramatic story...he just swerved left &then overcompensated to right, flying down an embankment around 15 ft. He either ran into a large tree or hit at base...but God used his helmet to save his life.(helmet was cracked, & dirt &bark forced into air vents of helmet). At first, Rich thought it was just soft tissue damage, but quickly it was evident it was much more. Rich was about to call 911 but God sent an ems guy (off duty) along the road, who got an ambulance there in 5-10min. The ambulance ride was torturous,I am told.(but a huge blessing:Rich & the other guys escaped injury).
In the ER, trauma docs got tests & x rays going, & soon we learned he has multiple fractures of cervical vertebrae (C1 & C2), and a compression/"burst" fracture of T4. Again by God's grace, No surgery was recommended. The neurosurgeon says the vertebrae should heal over time...using a cervical collar & chest brace for stabilization/immobilization. He spent last night in neurosurg ICU so he could be closely monitored. We are waiting for a regular floor room to come available, hopefully sometime today. He should have his customized chest brace (made in Cape Cod, overnighted) by Tues. Noon. Then the plan is for PT to work w/him on walking. We should then be able to head back to B'ham for his recovery & follow up w/neurosurgeon there , hopefully mid week or a bit later.
Many of you have sent precious caring wishes & promises to pray, and we are so grateful. Please continue to pray for rapid &complete healing, and for no complications to occur. Also, due we think to nasal congestion, maybe swelling near throat, & the uncomfortable but essential cervical collar,Richard has some considerable difficulty breathing easily, & therefore, good,sound rest is hard to come by. Please pray specifically about that. We are truly overwhelmed that, as tough as this scenario is, it could have been SO much worse. Generally pain meds are making the pain mostly manageable. Because of Richard's great fitness/state of health, the doc feels he should heal more quickly than average. Another great blessing! Today he is eating & drinking fairly well...but especially he enjoyed the smoothie Rich made & brought to hospital for him! Very nutritious,containing the "super greens" supplement he likes to use. :)
"Thank you" seems so inadequate a thing to convey the depths of our gratitude for your prayers & support...but please know deeply we mean it. Please be patient if I can't answer or send a quick "thanks" to you...but I'm actively pulling out my old nursing skills from about 35 hrs ago to take care of the beloved husband God spared to me & our family. I thank God that I am privileged to do so.
With much love & gratitude to God,and to you all,
janet
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ONLY 16 SEATS REMAIN!
Dr. Carl E. Misch 5 hour CE Lecture on Friday, August 24th
Course Topic will be Fundamentals of Implant Dentistry: Factors Behind Predictable Results
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Classifieds
Dental Assistants - I have a list of the recent 2012 graduates from the UAB Dental Assistant School in the BDDS office. Please email if you would like to receive this list. The email address is birminghamdds@gmail.com.
Practice for sale in State College, PA - Contact Dr. Bob Brugler at 814-777-1163 or email at XLNT2THDR@AOL.COM Click here to read Dr. Brugler's letter. He is selling his practice due to a retinal detachment. Dr. Gerry Walker knows of Dr. Brugler personally if you would like to contact him for a personal reference.
Internship wanted - Ayesha K. Patel is a pre-dental student at BSC and is looking for an internship/job, shadowing opportunity for the Summer of 2013. If you have an interest, please email Richard at birminghamdds@gmail.com for her resume which is impressive.
Available for Rent: Suite 6 at Brookwood Dental Arts Building. Approximately 1369 sq. ft., four treatment rooms, business office, two bathrooms, private office, private entrance.Owners will help with leasehold improvements. For more information call Dr. David Clanton at Brokwood Dental 205-870-8833.
Associate Needed in Oneonta - The office is located at 28425 Hwy 75,Oneonta,AL 35121. Please call Dr. Shivani K Pandit DDS,FAGD at 205-625-4384 W or 205-541-3364 cell
Dental Building Sale/lease- Located in North Shelby county on Hwy 119 opposite Indian Springs School. The building is approximately 2,500 square feet, plumbed for five operatories, and has frontage on Hwy 119. It is available for lease, or purchase this summer. Interested parties should call 205-967-5961.
Filing Cabinets for sale: High Density Direct Line Rotary filing cabinet. Great units. Like new. Cost $5000, will sell for $2300. Call 205-979-9491.
James A. Nelson, D.M.D.is available to fill in for you when you are away from the office. He will check prophys and examine emergencies for possible referrals. Please call 205-981-9072.
Dr. Joe Garner, DMD - Available to cover your Practice for vacations or needed time off. Over 35 years experience. Proficient with Cerec. AL license and DEA current. Contact me at joe.garner@att.net or 912-230-6206.
Front Desk Position available - Treatment/Insurance Coordinator needed at Healthy Smiles of Birmingham. Experience with Eaglesoft dental software desirable but not required. Email cover letter and resume to healthysmilesofbirmingham@gmail.com
Seeking Associateship/Practice Buyout/Partnership. Part-time, Full-time or Fill-in positions. My name is Christen Quattlebaum, D.M.D., a recent graduate from UAB. I would like to work in the Birmingham area (with in 1 hour commute). I love working with children and patients of all ages. I enjoy all areas of general dentistry including extractions and endodontics. Please contact me for my resume or to set up a meeting at Christenq22@yahoo.com or (334)477-6765.
Fortis (Formally Tri-State) Institute Dental Assisting- Is your office looking for Dental Assistant?
Contact us: NRembert@fortisinstitute.edu (205)940-4945. Remember there is never a fee for hiring a Fortis Institute Graduate!
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BDDS is now on Twitter
With the success of our FaceBook account, a Twitter account has now been activated.
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FaceBook Now Active for BDDS
BDDS now has a FaceBook account. Please visit and add as a "Like" to follow BDDS on FaceBook.
Thanks.........Richard Morgan
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Dr. Joe Camp, CE Speaker Meeting
Dr. Joe Camp on Friday, October 26, 2012, will be the guest speaker at the Anniston City Meeting Center. Dr. Camp has been a pioneer in the endo world and this would be a great opportunity to hear him speak. More information to follow in future newsletters as it becomes available.
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