October 7, 2010 On Monday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its intention to issue a proposed rule next year to mandate amalgam separators. The EPA’s announcement stated, “EPA expects to propose a rule next year and finalize it in 2012. Dental offices will be able to use existing technology to meet the proposed requirements. Amalgam separators can separate …
Give Kids a Smile Day Registration Open!
October 7, 2010 Give Kids a Smile Day registration is now open! For a limited time – sign-up for FREE product for your event! Kids back in school and the end of summer means that it’s that time of the year again. Please register to help kids in need through the ADA’s 9th annual national Give Kids a Smile Day …
COMOM 2010 – Making a Difference!
October 4, 2010 The fourth annual Colorado Mission of Mercy was held Oct. 1-2, 2010 at the Phil Long Expo Center in Colorado Springs, CO. Preliminary estimates are that this 100-chair dental clinic provided free dental treatment to over 1,400 adults and children who do not have dental insurance and cannot afford regular care. In two days, roughly 225 dentists …
Why Hello, Future President
September 15, 2010 Interested in being a future leader of the CDA? Don’t miss the Colorado Leadership Workshop on Oct. 23, 2010. Hosted in conjunction with the CDA New Dentist Committee, the workshop is open to all CDA members and will offer information on volunteer and leadership opportunities within the CDA. Whether interested in charitable opportunities, political involvement or the …
Transparency Reporting Required for Most Dentists in Feb 2012
September 15, 2010 During the 2010 legislative session, legislators considered a bill to extend certain disclosure requirements that are in place for physicians to numerous other healthcare professions, including dentistry. SB 124, also known as the “Skolnik transparency bill,” was enacted by the governor this past June and requires healthcare professionals to report practice history information including disciplinary actions, malpractice …
CDA Bids Farewell to Executive Director Jim Young
September 15, 2010 CDA Executive Director Jim Young has accepted a new position in Colorado Springs and recently left the CDA on Sept. 15, 2010. A search for a new executive director is currently underway. The CDA is a strong organization with an outstanding reputation. The Board of Trustees is confident in its ability to attract outstanding candidates, and select …
Call for Nominations CDA Editor
September 15, 2010 After many years of devoted service, current CDA Editor Dr. Joe Tomlinson plans to retire the post, opening the opportunity for another CDA member. The CDA is looking for a new editor. If you are detail-oriented, good with the English language and grammar, have an interest in writing, and have several hours each month to serve your …
Drug Take Back Program
September 15, 2010 The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) is hosting a nationwide drug take-back event on Saturday, Sept. 25. Patients will be able to drop off unwanted and expired drugs at sites around the state to be disposed of properly. The event is being organized to provide a safe and environmentally friendly disposal option for these drugs. The service …
Dental Offices Recognized as Environmental Leaders
September 15, 2010 The Environmental Leadership Program at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment recently expanded to recognize practices within the dental community. Three dental offices will be recognized by the governor as Bronze Achievers for their sustainable practices at a banquet in early September: • CDA member Dr. Heidi Winquist of Heidi Winquist, DDS, PC; • CDA members Dr. F. …
September 2010 Member Spotlight
September 15, 2010 Have news to share with your colleagues? Send it to the CDA for the eNewsletter. In this month’s announcements: Dr. Andre Gillespie, Dr. Brett Kessler, Dr. Elmer Villalon, and Haitian and Dominican Assistance Corporation.
