By Michael R. Varley, D.D.S., M.S., CDA President From the Summer 2016 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association What really constitutes a strong association that will endure the test of time? That will be financially stable? What is the definition of success for a not-for-profit organization? As I proudly accept my new role as your CDA president, I have spent …
The Reality of Dental Radiation
By Adam Evearitt, M.S., DABR From the Summer 2016 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association Dental x-rays have always given patients such a small amount of radiation that its effects are considered almost an afterthought. Dentists and hygienists are taught the details and intricacies of radiation dose and its interactions with the human body, but the public’s knowledge is limited. …
CDA Endorsed Products: The Trust
All malpractice policies are not created the same. Your insurance coverage becomes very important if you should have a patient event or claim. As a member of the Dentists Professional Liability Trust of Colorado (Trust), you benefit from working directly with a Colorado dentist who will handle your claim. Since 1987, the Trust’s dental claim experience has helped to resolve …
Dentists Come Together for COMOM
June 28, 2016 Thank you to the Colorado dentists and their teams that volunteered for the 2016 Colorado Mission of Mercy (COMOM) dental clinic, which took place June 17-18 in Brush, Colo. Because of you, about 700 patients from across the state received much-needed dental care. 10 Years of Donated Dental Care Led by 2016 COMOM site chairs Dr. Chuck …
A New Module Makes It Easy to Keep Track of CE
June 28, 2016 You’ve always earned continuing education (CE) for professional growth. Now, effective March 1, 2016, it’s required by law in the state of Colorado. The American Dental Association has created an online CE module, hosted on its website, where you easily can log all of the CE courses you’ve taken and credits you’ve earned. It’s a convenient way …
Don’t Get Scammed!
June 28, 2016 The Colorado Dental Association has become aware of an individual who has been soliciting sleep apnea services in Colorado. Based on information we’ve received, we believe this individual, who is asking for large sums of money and financial information about your company, has a significant criminal record. Please make your front desk staff aware of this misleading …
New Credentialing Portal to Streamline Process for Providers
June 28, 2016 The American Dental Association announced a new collaboration with Wonderbox Technologies to create a credentialing service that allows dentists to enter their credentials into a securely designed web portal on the ADA website and then have those credentials be available to all payers. Credentialing Service Features and Benefits Eases administrative burdens by keeping information all in one …
Reminder: Capnography Requirements Take Effect July 1
June 28, 2016 Effective July 1, all dentists with moderate sedation or deep sedation/general anesthesia permits must use an end-tidal carbon dioxide monitor (capnograph) for all patients administered moderate sedation or deep sedation/general anesthesia. The Colorado Dental Board approved this policy change in April 2015, citing an increased ability to monitor sedated patients and improved patient safety. During the rulemaking …
Making the CDA Foundation Work For You
June 28, 2016 The CDA Charitable and Educational Fund has a new name: the CDA Foundation. Don’t let the simple name fool you; big things are in store as the foundation undergoes a transformation. The name change is just the first step of a strategic plan that aims to turn the foundation into an entity that better supports not only …
Dr. Michael Varley Steps into CDA President Position
June 28, 2016 Members of the CDA installed a new president and welcomed new members to its Executive Committee at the 2016 CDA Annual Session in Loveland, Colo. Dr. Michael Varley was installed as the 130th president of the CDA. Dr. Varley earned a bachelor’s degree from Eastern Michigan University and Master of Science from Wayne State University. Before attending …
