February 25, 2013 The CDA hosted its annual Dentists at the Capitol Lobby Day on Friday, Feb. 15. Lobby Day is an opportunity for dentists across Colorado to talk with legislators about the important issues that affect the dental community. From the push for mid-level providers to a Sunset Review of the Dental Practice Act in 2014, dentistry is currently …
Thank you Give Kids a Smile Day Volunteers!
February 25, 2013 The CDA would like to extend its sincere thanks to all of the dental professionals who volunteered and participated in GKAS this year. This annual program provided free dental treatment and education to thousands of children in Colorado.
In Memory
February 25, 2013 With deepest sympathy, the CDA would like to note the passing of the following members of our dental community: Dr. Galen L. Callender, Dr. Robert Freeman and Dr. Barry Smialek.
Dental Line 9 Call-in Program Helps the Public
February 25, 2013 The CDA and the Metro Denver Dental Society work together to host the Dental Line 9 call-in program at 9 News in Denver. A panel of five dentists take calls from the public during the news broadcasts to provide dental information to the public.
2.3% Medical and Dental Device Tax in 2013
December 19, 2012 Starting Jan. 1, 2013, many medical and dental devices will be subject to a 2.3% excise tax, mandated by the Affordable Care Act (ACA). On Dec. 5, the IRS issued final regulations for this medical device tax. The primary impact to most dental offices is expected to be price increases on purchases of certain dental equipment, materials …
CPR Training Requirements for Dental Offices
December 19, 2012 The anesthesia rules of the Colorado State Board of Dental Examiners require all dentists and dental personnel who use, administer or monitor anesthesia to maintain a current life support credential, which includes CPR.
Silverthorne May Cease Fluoridation
December 19, 2012 The CDA was recently informed that Silverthorne, Colo. may be stopping community water fluoridation next year. The town has been fluoridating since 1981 and serves a population of 3,520 in Summit County. The decision process is still in very early stages, and the local public health department will be contacting the water department and town council. If …
CU Receives Innovation Award
December 19, 2012 The University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine received the Outstanding Innovation Award by an Academic Dental Institution as a part of the 2013 William J. Gies Awards for Vision, Innovation, and Achievement (Gies Awards). Only one dental school is selected per year for this honor. The school was recognized for the development of an innovative interprofessional …
Are you Interested in Serving on the State Board?
November 20, 2012 The Colorado State Board of Dental Examiners will have four vacant positions available in January 2013. The state will appoint two dentists, one hygienist and one public member to fill these vacant positions on the board. Each appointment will be for a four year term. The commitment to serve on the state board includes participation in quarterly …
2.3% Medical Device Tax to Impact Dental Offices in January 2013
November 20, 2012 Starting Jan. 1, 2013, many medical and dental devices will be subject to a 2.3% excise tax, mandated by the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The primary impact to most dental offices is expected to be a correlated price increase on purchases of dental equipment, materials and supplies in 2013.
