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Minnesota Districts
Saint Paul District
Keith R. Erickson
Associate Editor
Exploring Dentistry for Children
More than 1,500 persons attended this very fun and successful event Saturday, February 8, at the Minnesota Children's Museum. As the children entered the Museum, they received Crest gift bags that included a parent's guide to healthy teeth, coloring books, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a poster. Our thanks to Crest Healthy Smiles, who supplied the materials, free toothpaste, and a special bonus of assorted spin brushes to hand out to the kids.
From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., costumed characters greeted and mingled with the children, including Crest Sparkle, Dudley the Dinosaur, Happy Tooth, Count Plaqula, and, of course, the Tooth Fairy! Awesome activities and delightful demonstrations included
- "Dentist for the Day", where children put on smocks, masks,
and gloves, took their "dental health checklist", and examined
the teeth of their family members or friends as they sat in
a
real dental chair;
- creative crafts where the volunteers assisted children to
make Tooth Fairy wands;
- an "Ask the Dentist" table which was staffed by volunteer
English- and Spanish-speaking dentists answering questions and
informing kids how to keep their healthy teeth and smiles;
- a "parent information station" where parents could "talk teeth"
with dental health professionals, receive teeth whitening and
orthodontic information, view X-rays, and examine a display
of tooth decay;
- story time, exploring teeth through books;
- "Big Tooth Fun", which was a flossing demonstration using
a five-foot-tall toothbrush and giant floss;
- "Discover Dentistry", including a sealant demonstration and
one of an intraoral camera, which is always popular as it gives
kids a chance to "peek" inside their mouths;
- and an Internet service showing access to the Internet for
dentistry associated websites.
This year we invited Adam Quade to display his science project demonstrating the effects of soda pop on teeth. Adam was the second place winner in a national science contest. MDA's "Sip All Day, Get Decay" campaign pamphlets and stickers were also distributed at his booth.
SPDDS would like to thank the volunteer dentists who helped out that day: Drs. Glenn Perkins, John Haag, Jay Heller, Suzanne Kappel-Geib, Dave Kelley, Laura Kinney, Marlene Pinede, Angela Rake, Emmalee Spahl, and Gerald Weingartner. Dental staff helping were Shelly Becker, Michelle Churchill, Jen Muckle, Melissa Metcalf, and Marcia Deshler from Dr.Gregg Hipple's office; Melissa Tipler from Dr. Gruntzner's office; and Chrissy Allford from Dr. Glenn Perkins' office.
Recognition and thanks also to: - University of Minnesota School
of Dentistry students Kellee Kattleman, Shandra Erickson, Nick
Lowe, Barry Sautter, Kirsten Dussault, Robin Lindstam, Thekla
Olson, and Erica Nelson.
- Volunteer students from Century College Assisting Program
Katie Wiedemann, Amy Black, Stephanie Cunningham, Ashley Schultz,
Mia Eastburn, Liz Boles, Angie Kotouskaya, Holly Vang, and Tong
Xiong.
- Volunteer students from the Dakota Technical College Assisting
program Terri Raebel, Linda Baxter, Michelle Carter, Sheena
Figgins, Amy Benesh, Liza Hank, Melanie Mathena, Cheryl Otto,
Brenda Moore, Dana Toll, Nancy Birkel, Amy Hulett, Reda Alamaychy,
and Jody Weyenberg. SPDDS Executive Director Kathy Krauter,
and staff person Marcia Erickson.
A special thank you goes out to Patterson Dental Supply for the use of a dental chair for the day and for arranging to have it delivered and picked up.
SPDDS extends our gratitude to Dr. Glenn Perkins for his sixth year serving as chair of Children's Dental Health Day. He has shown tremendous enthusiasm and dedication to making this event bigger and better each year. His volunteer role as chair will be taken in
2004 by Dr. Gregg Hipple.
Cub Foods participated along with Crest in offering a coupon for one free admission to the Minnesota Children's Museum with one paid admission and a proof of purchase of any Crest product from Cub Foods. The event received both radio and television coverage. KS95 FM radio aired promo spots a week prior to the event and Channel 5's Morning Show aired live from the Children's Museum on Thursday, February 6.
You're How Old?
Imagine that you are healthy, active, involved, influential, well supported, financially solvent, and approaching your 100th birthday! How would you like to have that significant event celebrated? That is exactly the question the Saint Paul District Dental Society's Centennial Committee is pondering in anticipation of the year 2006.
In December 2001, SPDDS president Don Erickson appointed myself, Donna Stenberg, Rob Jensen, Mike Goodoien, Oliver Johnson, Bruce Keyworth, Mike Kurkowski, Dennis McMahon, Jeff Norsted, and Brian Pierce to the newly constituted Centennial Committee. Also participating with the Committee are SPDDS's current president and president-elect. We have been meeting quarterly since February 2002, when we began planning for SPDDS's 100-year anniversary, which we understand will occur in the year 2006.
Our committee's discussions, to date, have focused on two primary questions. First, is 2006 the correct year to celebrate our centennial event? We are able to document SPDDS's incorporation with Minnesota's Secretary of State on November 25, 1919, but we understand that SPDDS was organized and functioning as an association prior to that date. We continue to search for evidence that SPDDS's origin is in the year 1906, as is indicated in various letters and memos.
The second issue that the committee ponders is how best to celebrate
the centennial year. The Committee would like the celebration
to extend throughout the year of 2006 and would like the centennial
celebration to benefit SPDDS's members and the public of the
Saint Paul area. Ideas proposed and discussed include the development
of a centennial logo, creation of a written history of SPDDS,
construction of a parade float, display of antique dental equipment
and instruments, public service activities, and other means
of recognition.
The Centennial Committee has time available to continue deliberating and considering ideas pertaining to the 100th anniversary for SPDDS and is receptive to input and support from members and others. We would welcome information about the history of the District and information about antique dental equipment and instruments that our members may have that could be loaned to the District for display. Please, if you have any information, memorabilia, dental antiques, or good stories about the early days of dentistry in Saint Paul, contact SPDDS Executive Director Kathy Krauter at the
District office at (651) 697-0831 or me at (651) 636-2372.
Respectfully submitted,
Bruce D. Bates, Chair
SPDDS Centennial Committee
SPDDS Welcomes New Members
Robert Beaumont, D.D.S.
Sarah Boo, D.D.S.
Bryan Brettin, D.D.S.
Diane Crater, D.D.S.
Hae Jin Hong, D.D.S.
Judy Pedro-Lim, D.D.S.
April Snyder, D.D.S.
Paul Vollmer, D.D.S.
Donald Worley, D.D.S.
Winter Ball
SPDDS Second Annual Winter Ball was held February 15 at the Saint Paul Hotel. Fifty-five couples came out in style to celebrate and support the continued success of the Union Gospel Mission.
The Winter Ball came to life last year when the dream of renovating the Union Gospel Mission became a reality. A community that included dentists, businesses, and friends of dentistry all helped to contribute to the success we are proud of today. Mr.George Verley, UGM's former director, and Reverend Wally and Arlene Kowitz from the
UGM were our special guests for the evening.
We are honored and grateful for the generosity of the sponsors who contributed their support of this event and the future care of the patients served at the Union Gospel Mission. They are:
- Gold sponsor: Hermanson Dental
- Silver sponsors: Acordia; Associated Bank Minnesota; 3M ESPE;
Trachsel Studio;Valley Dental Arts
- Other sponsor: People's Bank of Commerce
This fun evening was organized by very talented and dedicated committee members Drs. Laurie Stodola, chair; Paul Kirkegaard, co-chair; Elizabeth Cooper, and Ray Hakala.
KRE
And I'll See You There ...
Wednesday, May 28, 2003
SPDDS Spouses Night &
Installation Dinner
The Commodore
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Monday,August 11, 2003
SPDDS/MDDS Twin Cities Golf Day
North Oaks Golf Club
North Oaks, Minnesota
Minneapolis District
Teresa L. Fong
Associate Editor
The Third Annual Children's Dental Health
Care Day and "Give Kids a Smile Day" at Sharing and Caring Hands
Dental Clinic was held on two separate days this year - February
1 and 21. This event was planned and coordinated with the help
of the MDDS' Volunteer Services Committee to provide dental
health care for those children less fortunate. Drs. William
Hoffmann and Teresa Fong coordinated another very successful
event, with more than 60 volunteer dentists, hygienists, assistants,
office staff, and family members from the area providing free
dental care to 94 children from the shelter at Mary's Place.
More than $31,000 in dental treatments were provided during
the two day event, including X-rays, prophylaxis, fluoride treatments,
sealants, fillings and extractions, too. For many of the children
this was their first dental visit. They also
received instruction on how to brush, floss, and care for teeth.
Supplies for the event were donated, including toothbrushes, toothpaste, teeth cleaning materials, X-ray film, fluoride treatments, sealants, amalgam, composite materials, masks, gloves, dental health educational materials, and posters. Apple Tree Dental (mobile dental company) was on hand to provide three complete, fully staffed dental units.
Again this year the kids were entertained by clowns, Goldie Gopher from the School of Dentistry, Ronald McDonald, and Sparkleman. They received goodie bags filled with dental products, toys, stickers, books, and other, well, goodies.
Listing every name of those who were instrumental in making
this event come to fruition would be space-prohibitive, so one
super-sized Thank You goes out to all our volunteers! Please
stop by our display in the membership area at the upcoming Star
of the North Meeting and take in your own moment of "stardom".
Your pictures will be proudly displayed.
Next year's date has already been set: Saturday, February 7. Anyone interested in volunteering at the Sharing and Caring Hands Clinic may contact the District office at (651) 631-9845 or Dr. Hoffmann at (763) 520-1234.
The Minneapolis District Dental Society gratefully acknowledges the following companies for their support of Sharing and Caring Hands Children's Dental Health Care Day and "Give Kids a Smile Day".
3M-ESPE Dental Products Division
Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals
Crest Health Smiles 2010 Program
Crystal Canyon - Crystal Clear Water
Dentsply/Rinn International
Good Time Attractions
John O. Butler Company
Kerr-Sybron Dental Specialities
Marcus Dental Supply Company
Medical Arts Press
Minnesota Dental Foundation
OMNII - Oral Pharmaceuticals
Oral-B Company
Patterson Dental Company
Pfizer, Inc.
Procter & Gamble
Sullivan-Schein Dental Company
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
Banner Creations, Inc.
A Summer Place
Circle the spot: Monday, August 11 is the annual Minneapolis and Saint Paul District Dental Societies' Golf Event. It will kick off with a delicious lunch before a shotgun start at 1:00 p.m. As always, there will be prizes and special events throughout the day
for everyone.
The annual Trapshoot Tournament is set for Wednesday, August 20, again at the Metro Gun Club in Blaine. The day will culminate with the now legendary gourmet wild game dinner and, of course, prizes. You don't have to be a shooter to join in the fun.
Summer's last gasp is the Greater Twin Cities Tennis Mixer, Wednesday, September 3 at the Flagship Athletic Club in Eden Prairie; players from the MDDS and the SPDDS, play on both outdoor clay and indoor hard courts. All competition will be doubles this year. Matches begin at 1:00 and run through 5:00, with dinner following. All levels of play are welcomed. Registration forms are available in the Brush-up or at the District Office.
Midwinter Memo
Dr. Jeffrey Morley will present "Predictable Cosmetic Dentistry", a program geared to practitioners who desire to enhance their knowledge of the principles and artistic theories of cosmetic dentistry. It will discuss how to make patients look younger and the impact that will have on your practice; differentiate among the latest dentin adhesives, composites, luting resins, porcelain systems and when and how to use them; develop a step by step technique on the full range of direct and indirect anterior esthetic restoration,
and much more.
Ms. Petra Marquart, author of The Power of Service: Keeping
Customers for Life, is a certified trainer for Hennepin Technical
College's widely acclaimed customer service program "Treating
Your Customers Like Gold". Her program was the basis for the
customer service training programs she wrote for U.S. Bancor,
Mall of America, Target Center, Fairview/University Health System,
Mayo Clinic, and Canterbury Park. Petra has influenced the service
of thousands of people through her powerful and entertaining
presentations.
Mark Friday, December 12 for this very important meeting for you and your entire dental team. We think it will be a hard decision as to which speaker to hear!
New Members
Raed Aloul, D.D.S.
Ryan J.Anderson, D.D.S.
David L. Basi, D.M.D.
Brian T. Cornell, D.D.S.
Kamal M. Fakhreddine, D.D.S.
Kathleen J. Garry, D.D.S.
Donna M. Hecker, D.D.S.
Michael S. Herman, D.D.S.
Melissa L. Hutchens, D.D.S.
Jeffrey J. Jaeger, D.D.S.
Michael G. Johnson, D.D.S.
Katherine M. Lervick, D.D.S.
Donald R. Nixdorf, D.D.S.
Janet G. Parson, D.D.S.
Igor J. Pesun, D.D.S.
Joong-Ku Yoon, D.D.S.
Jill H. Pucel, D.D.S.
Coming Events
Monday,August 11,2003
MDDS/SPDDS Annual Golf Tournament
North Oaks Golf Club
North Oaks, Minnesota
Wednesday,August 20, 2003
Annual Trapshoot Event
Metro Gun Club
Blaine, Minnesota
Wednesday, September 3, 2003
Greater Twin Cities Tennis Mixer
Flagship Athletic Club
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Tuesday, September 16, 2003
MDDS Caucas Meeting
Minneapolis Marriott Southwest Hotel
Minneapolis, Minnesota
All members welcome
Friday, September 19 -
Saturday, September 20, 2003
78th Annual Midwinter Dental Meeting
Speaker: Dr. Jeffrey Morley
Subject:"Predictable Cosmetic
Dentistry"
Speaker: Petra Marquart
Subject: "The Power of Service:
Keeping Customers for Life"
Minneapolis Marriott City
Center Hotel
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Southeastern District
Joel C. Michelson
Associate Editor
Did It
The inaugural "Give Kids a Smile Day" on Friday, February 21, at the Good Samaritan Clinic in Rochester was a great success. Twenty-two pediatric patients were treated with a wide range of procedures including extractions and multiple restorations. Among those taking part in "Give Kids a Smile Day" were Drs. Tom Aug, Rick Nolting, Robyn Loewen, Tom Sitzer, Sonya Josephs, and Candy Mensing, with Deb Lien providing lunch. Junior dental student Julie Smith also pitched in, along with various office staff members and clinic coordinator Maureen Johnson. The Rochester police and fire departments contributed teddy bears and toothbrushes. Toothpaste and stickers were also distributed.
The event was covered by the local media, which allowed Dr. Loewen to emphasize the MDA's "Sip All Day, Get Decay" message. Assisted by three dental hygiene students, Dr. Mensing held a poster contest that involved 40 young participants at the Boys and Girls Club. They competed for several District-sponsored awards. Many of the aspiring artists did not realize the harm frequent pop consumption could cause until they got to work.
ZVDS
The January 27th Zumbro Valley Dental Society meeting featured the Prosthodontics Department of the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Alan Carr and Jon Ebert, M.D., presented a tobacco cessation pilot study which they are instituting in six dental offices. It involves use of the patch and telephone follow-up. This simple protocol involves minimal chair time and could serve as a precursor to a much bigger project.
Resident Andy Van Blarcon then gave a very detailed case report of treatment and reconstruction of a patient from the Philippines who had familial gigantiform cementoma, an extremely rare and disfiguring process similar to fibrous dysplasia. After multiple dramatic surgeries to resect and reconstruct the lesion from the maxilla and mandible on one side, the patient achieved a functional and esthetically improved result using a free tibial graft and dental implants as well as an obturator. It was fascinating to see the transformation.
JCM
Northeastern District
William E. Stein
Associate Editor
Matt's Big Day
The members of the Northeast District showed once again why they lead the State: they chose Dr. Matt Anzelc of Hibbing as this year's guest of honor.
Of all the people in attendance at Matt's celebration, I realized that I had known Matt the longest. I remember those dark days of the late 1960's; times of turmoil and uncertainty. Matt and I were thrown into a situation of do or die. Poor Matt was so far from home. We did not know if this day would be our last. I'm referring, of course, to Dr. Carney's first hour Organic Chemistry class at St. Thomas College; the toughest class we had to pass to be accepted into dental school.
I remember having a conference with Dr. Carney. "Prof", I said, "I'm struggling." Doc Carney took a deep drag off his Chesterfield and said, "Do you have someone to study with?" I replied, "Yes, I[m studying with Bob Mitch". Dr. Carney's hooded eyes drooped even more. "If I were you, I'd forget Mitch and study with Matt Anzelc. He's pretty sharp; I think the two of you could help each other out". Sadly, I didn't take the Prof's advise' Bob Mitch's dad owned a bar. I got through the class by the skin of my teeth (a little dental allusion for you); Matt did just fine without my collaboration. We spent the next few years together and became fast friends.
Matt has always been a leader, from class president in dental school to president of the Northeastern District and his historic work with the MDA Peer Review Committee. Matt is a Fellow of the American College of Dentists, but most of all Matt is a husband and father and man of great faith.
Matt's family consists of his beautiful wife, Marianne, and lovely daughters Sally, Gretchen, and Nancy. Contrary to popular belief, Matt and Marianne do not have a daughter named Rose. (Ask Matt next time you see him. It's a good, clean sotry.)
Years ago Matt, Bill Zimbinski, Vern Amundson, and I had a great adventure. We were fishing for walleyes on Lake of the Woods in Vern's boat. I hooked a monstrous muskie on a leech, Little Joe Spinner, and eight-pound test line. We worked as a team, and after 45 minutes the muskie was at boatside. All we had was Vern's aluminum walleye net. Matt moved for the capture. The muskie bent the handle in half, tore through the webbing of the net, and was free!
As many of you know, the muskie may have been free, but I was hooked on one of my greatest passions. I've caught and released more than 100 muskies. Matt has never caught a muskie, and his prospects for doing so in the near future look bleak, so through the wonders of Photoshop, I grafted Matt's head on one of my muskie photos and presented it to him. Matt says his elderly father is convinced that that really is Matt holding that fish and asks him about it every day. Matt says he has given up trying to explain and just tells his dad a fish story. I had no idea things would work out this well. It really has become Matt's muskie!
Congratulations, Matt. Thank you for all you have done for dentistry and for everyone who has had the privilege of knowing you!
WES
Southern District
Paul F. Carlson
Associate Editor
I Won't Say "Cutting Edge" If You Won't
I always find it interesting to hear about someone with a unique hobby. It has come to my attention that our very own SDDS president Jerry Johnson has a different and unusual hobby: he makes knives. I recently sat down to talk with him about his pastime.
Paul: When did you become interested in knife-making?
Jerry: It was sometime in 1991. I was using store-bought, factory made knives, and I was getting frustrated because they weren't staying sharp. I thought I could do better, so I read a book on the subject and talked with Dr. Phil Hagan, a dentist in northern Minnesota who has been making knives for about 30 years. He was very helpful in getting me started.
Paul: What equipment do you need to start?
Jerry: I made my own grinder, and I bought a heat-treating oven, drill press, and buffers and polishers.
Paul: How long does it take?
Jerry: Anywhere from three to ten hours depending on type and complexity of the knife.
Paul: What types have you made, and can you make?
Jerry: Most are fixed blade knives such as Bowie knives or hunting knives. I've made a few folding knives with locking blades.
Paul: Materials?
Jerry: Typically I use stainless steel for the blades. I use natural materials for the handles: ivory, stag, and bighorn sheep horns.
Paul: What do you use the knives for, or what do you do with the majority of what you make?
Jerry: Most I donate to groups for drawings at events like Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, National Sheep Foundation, etc.
Paul: About how many have you made?
Jerry: About 300 since 1991. I have plans to include engraving on the knives to make them more personalized and attractive.
Paul: Describe the process.
Jerry: I take a piece of stainless steel and make a pattern, then cut. Then I grind a hollow in the blade, drill holes for the handle, and heat-treat the steel for strength. Polish the blade and attach the handle.
Paul: Any other techniques you've tried or plan to?
Jerry: I've done some forging and a technique called Damascus, which uses 120-150 layers of steel.
Jerry added that he attends a few knife conventions and there is a knife-makers guild which puts on shows. He said that the knives he doesn't donate he has on display at his home and office. Let's hope he doesn't have any big ones in his treatment rooms.
Editor's note: The SDDS officers are in the process of finalizing plans for the fall meeting. This meeting will be held at Jackpot Junction in Morton, September 5-6. Our scheduled speaker is nationally known Dr. Tom Orent, the "1,000 Gems" guy.
PFC
Student District
Adena Borodkin
Associate Editor
It has been a very busy spring semester for the Student District, full of new and exciting events.
The District emphasized our commitment to legislative issues by organizing a "Meet and Greet" with Representative Jim Ramstad. On February 24, 20 students, two faculty members, and the MDA leadership met with the Congressman and his staff to discuss dental education and access issues. Congressman Ramstad has always been very receptive to the students, and we have met with him in Washington for the last two years for National Dental Student Lobby Day. In 2000, he was instrumental in passing legislation concerning student loan interest deduction by cosponsoring the students' bill.
Representative Ramstad serves on the Health Subcommittee of the Ways and Means Committee in Congress, and he views dental care as an integral component of personal well-being. He urged us to remind policy makers of this fact and never let them put off a meeting to hear our needs. His own "open door policy" and interest in the students' and profession's concerns was evident as he listened to MDA immediate past-president John Nei, MDA President Scott Lingle, ADA Tenth District Trustee Robert Brandjord, and MDA Executive Director Richard Diercks voice concerns about practicing in Minnesota.
The evening was capped off by the presentation of a donation to the Congressman's campaign from the American Dental Political Action Committee. The event was sponsored by the Student District and ADPAC/MINDENPAC, and organized by Bob Wottreng, '03, and Brian Wackwitz, '05. Many thanks go to Dr. Michael and Mary Madden for graciously hosting the event at their home. Congressman Ramstad showed his appreciation by saying, "When I look at these guture dentists of America, and hopefully Minnesota, I am nothing but optimistic."
On February 7, the students traded in their scrubs for formal wear and attended our annual G.V. Black Tie Dance. This year's event took place at the St. Anthony Main Event Center, with a turnout of 300 students and friends. The dance was planned by Jessica Inglis,'04, Camille Walker,'05 and Shawn Knorr,'06.
Twenty-five of our dental students were involved in the nationwide "Give Kids a Smile" campaign at the end of the month, spending February 21 at local elementary schools. Freshman and sophomore students provided oral hygiene instruction in classrooms, while junior and senior students provided screenings and referrals with the help of Drs. Jasmine Kaygisiz and Chris Okensari. Student involvement was organized by Amy Bueckers,'05 with the help of Claudia Kanter of the School of Dentistry.
The Student District has also been instrumental in initiating a Pre-Dental Club at the University of Minnesota. This effort, in conjunction with the Office of Enrollment Management, is well underway with the appointment of student president and hands-on experience in our pre-clinical labs. Current students Brian Fuller,'05 and Alisa Madison,'05, are working with the School of Dentistry on this project.
Finally, the Student District brought February to a close by hosting the ASDA Tri-Regional Meeting February 28 through March second. Dental students from the western states gathered in the Twin Cities to learn more about ASDA and current issues in dental education and licensure. The students were treated to tours of our dental school, a trip to the Mall of America, and an exceptional oral pathology lecture by Dr. Michael Rohrer. The District is very appreciative of a grant provided by the MDA to help us host this meeting.
March brought with it more legislative events, including State Lobby Day at the State Capitol and National Dental Student Lobby Day in Washington, D.C. The District will elect new executives in April and they will begin their terms in May.
It has been a great pleasure to work with such a devoted and talented group of local leaders this year. I am proud of our many events and accomplishments, which were attained through hard work and consistent group effort. Our current president-elect, Kirsten Dussault,'05, will start her presidential term as well as her Northwest Dentistry associate editorship. It has been a pleasure keeping you informed of events in the Student District. I am looking forward to beginning my new position as trustee for the District.
AB
Copyright 2003. Minnesota Dental Association.
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