Colorado’s public health agency, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), has proposed broad changes and updates to x-ray machine regulations for healthcare providers. The changes are intended to align state x-ray regulations with national standards that were updated in 2015. The biggest changes for dental offices are anticipated to include: Operator Training New requirements for detailed annual …
Colorado’s 2018 legislative session began Jan. 10 and ended May 9. It was a unique session filled with contentious conduct investigations, as well as a number of divisive issues. The CDA was fortunate to be able to accomplish many key objectives despite the rancor under the gold dome. Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) Application by Dental Hygienists: With the passage of …
At the 2018 CDA Annual Session in Crested Butte, Colo., the association recognized exceptional leaders in the dental community. CDA Exceptional Service Award: Dr. Justin Pearson Dr. Pearson has served for the past two years as the chair of the CDA New Dentist Committee (NDC), a group that is comprised of dentists who are 10 years or less out of …
The Colorado Dental Political Action Committee (CODPAC) will hold its 2018 meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 8 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the board room at the CDA headquarters (8301 E. Prentice Ave., Ste. 400, Greenwood Village, CO 80111). Any interested CODPAC contributor is welcome to attend.
The radiation program of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is looking for feedback from stakeholders regarding proposed changes to the Colorado x-ray regulations. Specifically, changes are being proposed for the Code of Colorado Regulations (6 CCR 1007-1), Part 6 (X-ray Imaging in the Healing Arts) and Part 2 (Registration of Radiation Machines, Facilities and Services). CDPHE …
On Monday, Gov. John Hickenlooper signed SB18-22: Clinical Practice for Opioid Prescribing. This state law limits the number of opioid pills that can be prescribed by all healthcare providers. Colorado dentists who prescribe opioids are affected by this new law. Though there is likely to be some enforcement flexibility to start, you should make changes in your prescribing practices now, …
The CDA was invited to take part in the 25th annual Youth Water Festival. Aurora Water puts on this festival for about 1,600 Aurora and Cherry Creek public school fifth graders. This year’s theme was “Small Changes = Big Savings: Turn Off the Water While Brushing Your Teeth.” The CDA, along with Delta Dental of Colorado, DentaQuest, Kids in Need …
On May 2, the CDA and the Metro Denver Dental Society hosted the CU Leadership Symposium for fourth year dental students and second year International Student Program students to coincide with National Signing Day. That day, 79 students signed up for tripartite membership with the American Dental Association, a state association, and a local dental society. The CDA congratulates the …
The Colorado Dental Board currently has an open seat. Oral surgeons, in particular, are encouraged to apply, though general dentists and other dental specialists also may apply for future open positions on the board. To apply, go to the Colorado Dental Board website to fill out the Boards and Commissions Application. Applicants must be permanent residents of Colorado and registered …
The 2018 Annual Session is June 7-10 in Crested Butte, Colo. It’s a great opportunity to start earning continuing education (CE) credits toward the next dental licensure cycle, for both you and your dental hygienists. Here’s information about our featured CE courses, to be held on Saturday, June 9, and our keynote speaker, who’ll open the House of Delegates on …
