Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Academie Canadienne de Dentisterie Pediatrique IN THIS ISSUE.... THE EDITOR’S CORNER ........................................................................................... 4 THE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE / MESSAGE DU PRÉSIDENT................................. 5 3M ESPE GRADUATE STUDENT AWARDS & ABSTRACTS.................................... 7 BC DENTAL PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS ........................................................... 12 SPECIAL SMILES FOR SPECIAL OLYMPIANS ...................................................... 15 MINUTES OF THE CAPD/ACDP 2009 AGM IN VICTORIA , BC................................. 19 POSITIONS, PRACTICES, EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES............................... 50 MEETINGS, SEMINARS AND CONFERENCES...................................................... 55 NOTICES AND UPCOMING EVENTS..... CAPD/ACDP 2010 ANNUAL MEETING - September 23 – 26, 2010 Ottawa, Ontario. Registration and information will appear early in 2010 on CAPD/ ACDP website (www.capd-acdp.org). Graduate students welcome!! Two full days of scientific sessions. Theme: “The Pediatric Medicine/Pediatric Dentistry Interface”. Mark your calendars NOW and plan to attend our 2010 Annual General Meeting. See pages 14 and 22 in this issue for highlights. CAPD/ACDP WEBSITE - The CAPD/ACDP website has been completely upgraded. Check it out! Log in with your Username and Password (click the Site Help tab for assistance). Don’t miss the many extras that the (secure) Members Only section has to offer. Enjoy your site: www.capd-acdp.org MEMBERS OF THE EXECUTIVE Dr. Louis-René Charette President [email protected](514) 931-1155 Dr. Warren Loeppky Vice President [email protected](403) 247-3166 Dr. Michal Goralski Secretary-Treasurer [email protected](705) 722-3213 Dr. Sarah Hulland Immediate Past President [email protected](403) 212-0809 Dr. J. Victor Legault Executive Director (514) 739-1300 [email protected]Central Office 14, Chemin Bates, #302 Outremont, Québec H2V 1A8 Tel: (514) 739-1300 NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2009 VOLUME 28, No. 2 Official Publication of the CAPD/ACDP
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Canadian Academy of Pediatric DentistryAcademie Canadienne de Dentisterie Pediatrique
IN THIS ISSUE....
THE EDITOR’S CORNER ........................................................................................... 4THE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE / MESSAGE DU PRÉSIDENT ................................. 53M ESPE GRADUATE STUDENT AWARDS & ABSTRACTS .................................... 7BC DENTAL PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS ........................................................... 12SPECIAL SMILES FOR SPECIAL OLYMPIANS ...................................................... 15MINUTES OF THE CAPD/ACDP 2009 AGM IN VICTORIA , BC ................................. 19POSITIONS, PRACTICES, EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ............................... 50MEETINGS, SEMINARS AND CONFERENCES ...................................................... 55
NOTICES AND UPCOMING EVENTS.....
CAPD/ACDP 2010 ANNUAL MEETING - September 23 – 26, 2010Ottawa, Ontario. Registration and information will appear early in 2010 on CAPD/ACDP website (www.capd-acdp.org). Graduate students welcome!! Two full days of scientific sessions. Theme: “The Pediatric Medicine/Pediatric Dentistry Interface”. Mark your calendars NOW and plan to attend our 2010 Annual General Meeting. See pages 14 and 22 in this issue for highlights.
CAPD/ACDP WEBSITE - The CAPD/ACDP website has been completely upgraded. Check it out! Log in with your Username and Password (click the Site Help tab for assistance). Don’t miss the many extras that the (secure) Members Only section has to offer. Enjoy your site: www.capd-acdp.org
Central Office14, Chemin Bates, #302Outremont, Québec H2V 1A8Tel: (514) 739-1300
NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2009 VOLUME 28, No. 2
Official Publication of the CAPD/ACDP
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CAPD/ACDP2009 - 2010
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEECOMITé EXéCUTIf
Dr. J. Victor LegaultExecutive Director / Directeur Executif
Dr. Warren LoeppkyVice-President
Dr. Robert BarskyParliamentarianParlementaire
(Ex-Officio)
Dr. Steve Baylin“MIRROR” Editor
Editeur du “MIRROR”(Ex-Officio)
Dr. Sarah HullandPast-President
Dr. Louis-René CharettePresident
Dr. Michal GoralskiSecretary-Treasurer
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THE EDITOR’S CORNER.....
Just a few months ago, our Academy members enjoyed a warm coastal Annual Meeting in Victoria, put together by our B.C colleagues. All in attendance had a great time. Registrants were lucky to have had the experience of listening to five incredible keynote speakers, providing (for the first time ever!) a full 2-day scientific session.
Next year’s 2010 Annual General Meeting will be held in our Nation’s capital of Ottawa. Watch for information on this meeting in the MIRROR and on the CAPD/ACDP website.
Over the past eight years as Chair of the Communications Committee and, in particular, as MIRROR Editor and Website Administrator, I have strived to expand, modernize, and increase the efficacy of our membership’s communication within our Academy, and with the rest of our professional colleagues around the globe. This effort has brought us our website, and a viable
and professional format for our semi-annual national publication.
The next step in CAPD/ACDP’s communication maturation will be for a new Communications Chair to further evolve the manner in which our organization and our membership maintains and grows its scientific voice and prowess, and communicates with other organizations and the public. Will that entail utilizing a method of pure digital format; hard copy digests; links to scientific sites; audio conferencing, or all of these opportunities? We’ll have to wait and see.
After listening to Dr. John O’Keefe, Editor of the JCDA, speak at our Meeting in Victoria and hearing the requests from members and, in particular the BC Society of Pediatric Dentistry Executive, I have come up with four extremely attainable goals for our Executive and future Communications Committee to strive for:
Increase CAPD/ACDP’s optics to general dentistry and the public.1. Disseminate relevant information to our membership and the public in a reliable and consistent manner.2. Take ownership of our specialty: by developing a mindset to take on the role of advocacy, leadership and 3. ownership of issues relating to pediatric dentistry.All of the above and more are attainable through effective communications pathways relevant to our 4. ever-changing times and electronic age.
I want to thank the Membership for allowing me help re-shape our Academy’s communications pathways over the last eight years as the Communications Chair. I look forward to completing my tenure in 2010 and guiding a new Chair into the future. Happy Holidays to all! Enjoy a healthy and peaceful New Year!
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Dr. Steve Baylin
ATTENTION ALL CAPD/ACDP MEMBERS:
Have you been looking for some wonderful and meaningful way to volunteer your time and contribute to the advancement of your Academy and profession? Would you like to work with a dedicated and devoted group of pediatric dentists? Do you have a flair for editorial creativity and layout, document creation and grammatical nuances?
Well then, look no further and put your ‘name in the CAPD/ACDP hat’ as a ‘person of interest’ to be trained as the Editor of the MIRROR.
The CAPD/ACDP Executive will be instituting a search for this position and needs someone to relieve our current Editor, Dr. Steve Baylin, as of January 1, 2011. Dr. Baylin has been Editor since 2002.
If you are a CAPD/ACDP Active Member ‘in-good-standing’ and interested in taking over this position, please contact the CAPD/ACDP at [email protected]
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Dear colleagues,
The CAPD/ACDP has evolved a great deal over time. We started as a few visionaries aiming to promote our specialty and have become a group of over 200 pediatric dentists from coast to coast. Our agreement with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) has allowed us to
strengthen the relationships with our American colleagues. Recently, thanks to the creation of an oral health section within the Canadian Pediatric Society (CPS), we are well equipped to join forces with major partners in marketing global health for our patients. Our annual meeting now includes a well-attended two-day scientific session. Where do we go from here? What are our objectives?
I could talk about my objectives, my wish to motivate even more pediatric dentists to join the CAPD/ACDP and the CPS, but in fact it has more to do with putting your objectives forward. In January 2010, accompanied by Dr. Steve Baylin, I will meet with Manitoba pediatric dentists to present them the upcoming issues and challenges. However, the future of the Academy will always be shaped by its membership. Therefore, I invite the “younger” members to follow their predecessors’ example and to get involved.
In September 2010, Dr. Warren Loeppky (Calgary, AB) will become the new CAPD/ACDP President. The Secretary Treasurer position will open up and certain committees will need new members. Teamwork within the Academy is really stimulating and fulfilling. Why not think of your own interests and invest in your Academy? You will see it does pay off!
When you receive this message, you probably will be busy planning for the Season’s celebrations with family and friends. I take this opportunity to extend to you, on behalf of all the Executive members, our best wishes for the holidays, as well as for good health and much happiness in the New Year.
Chers collègues,
Au fil des ans, l’Académie a bien évolué. D’un groupe de visionnaires qui désiraient faire la promotion de leur spécialité, nous sommes devenus un regroupement de plus de 200 dentistes pédiatriques à travers le Canada. L’entente conclue avec l’American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) nous a permis de consolider des liens durables avec nos collègues américains. Tout récemment, la création d’une section de santé buccale au sein de la Société canadienne de pédiatrie (SCP) nous donne des outils pour rejoindre des partenaires majeurs dans la promotion d’une santé globale auprès de notre clientèle. Notre rencontre annuelle offre maintenant un volet scientifique de deux journées qui sont bien remplies. Et maintenant, où allons-nous ? Que visons-nous ?
Je pourrais vous parler de mes objectifs, de mon désir de motiver encore plus de dentistes pédiatriques à joindre les rangs ou de faire partie de la SCP, mais au fond, il s’agit de faire valoir vos objectifs. En janvier 2010, avec Dr Steve Baylin, je rencontrerai les dentistes pédiatriques du Manitoba et leur exposerai les principaux enjeux et défis à venir. Mais l’Académie sera toujours ce que les membres veulent qu’elle devienne. J’invite donc les « plus jeunes » d’entre nous à suivre l’exemple de leurs prédécesseurs et à s’impliquer.
En septembre 2010, Dr Warren Loeppky (Calgary, AB) deviendra notre nouveau président, un poste de secrétaire-trésorier deviendra disponible et certains comités auront besoin de nouveaux effectifs. Le travail en équipe au sein de l’Académie est fort stimulant et enrichissant. Au fond, soyez un peu égoïste et investissez dans votre Académie, ça vous rapportera gros !
Au moment où vous recevrez ce message, vous serez certainement à préparer la Saison des Fêtes, les réunions de familles et d’amis. J’en profite donc pour vous souhaiter, au nom de tout l’Exécutif de l’Académie, un Bon Temps des Fêtes avec évidemment, la santé et le réconfort des vôtres.
Dr. Louis-René Charette
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE / MESSAGE DU PRéSIDENT …..
Louis-René Charette, DMD, FRCD(c)CAPD/ACDP President
The competitors for the 2009 3M ESPE prize (L to R): Drs. Tim Seto, Evan Zaretsky, Ngoc Luong and Michael Park
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The 3M ESPE Graduate Student Research Presentations were held in Victoria at CAPD/ACDP’s 2009 Annual General Meeting. The graduate student research presentations and awards are a result of the partnership formed between 3M ESPE and CAPD/ACDP. The money 3M ESPE generously donates goes to Canadian graduate students in pediatric dentistry who present their research topics at the CAPD/ACDP Annual General Meeting.
Besides airfare, accommodation and meals being paid for, the graduate students are eligible for the 3M ESPE CAPD/ACDP Graduate Student Award of $500 which is awarded to the best presenter as determined by a panel of judges. 3M ESPE also awards a sample of their product line to all graduate student presenters.
This year, four students competed for the award from 3M ESPE. Here are the topics that were presented:
1. DENTAL CLEANINGS AND PNEUMONIA INCIDENCE AMONG CHILDREN WITH CEREBRAL PALSY Dr. Tim Seto – University of Michigan
2. PEDIATRIC DENTISTS’ BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT OF PATIENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
Dr. Evan Zaretsky – University of Toronto
3. ASSESSMENT OF PARENTAL SATISFACTION WITH DENTAL TREATMENT UNDER GENERAL ANESTHESIA
IN PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY - Dr.Ngoc Loung – University of Toronto
4. ORAL DISEASE PREVALENCE AND RELATIONSHIP TO ORAL NEUTROPHIL LEVELS AND FUNCTION IN NEUTROPENIA - Dr. Michael Park- University of Toronto
Congratulations to this year‘s winner, Dr. Tim Seto, from the University of Michigan!His research presentation won the top 3M ESPE prize.
Thank you to ALL the participants in this year’s Graduate Student Research Presentations!
CAPD/ACDP looks forward to many more years working in close association with 3M ESPEas a proud supporter and sponsor of Canadian graduate pediatric dental student research presentations.
The competitors for the 2009 3M ESPE prize (L to R): Drs. Tim Seto, Evan Zaretsky, Ngoc Luong and Michael Park
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Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry __________________
Académie Canadienne de Dentisterie Pédiatrique
3M ESPE
2009 GRADUATE STUDENT AWARD
ABSTRACTS
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CAPD/ACDP 2009 GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH PRESENTATIONS
The following are the abstracts that were submitted and accepted for the four 3M ESPE CAPD/ACDP Graduate Student Research Presentations at the 2009 Annual General Meeting of the Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry / Académie Canadienne de Dentisterie Pédiatrique in Victoria, British Columbia.
DENTAL CLEANINGS AND PNEUMONIA INCIDENCE AMONG CHILDREN WITH CEREBRAL PALSY
Student: Dr. Tim Seto (University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI)Supervisors: J. Boynton, G. Freed, W. Sohn, G. Taylor and J. Hu
Objectives: Investigate the relationship between pneumonia and dental cleanings in a pediatric population with cerebral palsy (CP) and test the null hypothesis that children with CP are not at increased risk for pneumonia when receiving dental cleanings.
Methods: Analyzed pneumonia claims from Michigan State’s Medicaid database for a 5-year period (January 2001-December 2005). Patients aged 3 to 18 years with CP were included. Outcome of interest was the presence of ≥1 claim for pneumonia (International Classification of Disease, Clinical Modification 9th edition - 480 to 486 or 487.0) within 14 days of a prior dental cleaning (Current Dental Terminology 1110, 1120, 4341, 4355). Multivariate time-dependent logistic regression was used to determine factors associated with pneumonia events. Potential risk factors evaluated in the regression model include demographic variables: age at entry of study, area of residence (i.e. urban vs. rural), and, the presence of medical conditions: esophagogastric fundoplasty, gastroesophageal reflux, asthma, gastrostomy feeding tube, dysphagia, epilepsy.
Results: 7079 children were eligible for this study with the mean age at entry of study of 7.75 years old. Among these children, 871 (12%) had ≥1 claim for pneumonia during the study period. Only 17 children reported claims of pneumonia within 14 days and 37 children after 30 days of a dental cleaning. Regression analysis revealed significant risk factors for pneumonia, including dysphagia (OR 2.26), asthma (OR 2.19), gastrosopha-geal reflux (OR 1.58) and epilepsy (OR 1.43). Significant non-medical associations with pneumonia include age at entry of study (OR 0.95) and rural area of residence (OR 1.35).
Conclusions: No association between dental cleanings and pneumonia events could be demonstrated in CP children aged 3 to 18. Dysphagia, asthma, gastrosophageal reflux, and epilepsy are more important risk factors than dental cleanings for pneumonia.
Dr. Tim Seto
Dr. Seto was the 2009 1st place winner!
Congratualtions!
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PEDIATRIC DENTISTS’ BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT OF PATIENTSWITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
Student: Dr. Evan Zaretsky (University of Toronto)Supervisors: C. Friedman, M.J. Sigal, P. Judd and D. Locker
Objectives: The purpose of the present study was to asses which specific behaviour management skills pediatric dentists are using and find effective in working with their patients with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ASD, and to highlight specific influences whether educational, environmental or experiential which contribute to their skills in advanced behaviour management.
Methods: Surveys were mailed to all Canadian and select American members of
the AAPD, with an invitation to participate in the research either via direct mailing or online. The survey tool had two sections: Personal and Professional Background; and the Behaviour Management Technique Rating Scale, BMTRS. The BMTRS asks respondents to indicate their frequency of use, and perceived effectiveness of 23 different behaviour management techniques. Responses were collected over 10 weeks and will subsequently be analyzed to describe the previously noted relationships.
Results: A total of 837, subjects replied to the survey, a response rate of 50.1%. Although statistical analysis is still pending, several trends were noted. Over 60% of the subjects see autistic patients weekly or more often. Over 40% of respondents say that they use inhalation sedation often or regularly, and more than 2/3 felt it was at best, somewhat useful. Conversely, traditional approaches, such as Tell-Show-Do, are used regularly by 60%, but only 43% considered it useful. Meanwhile, modern techniques, such as filmed modelling, are untried by over 90% of respondents. A resounding 71% believe that more continuing education with regards to ASD would be valuable.
Conclusions: Pediatric dentists recognize a need for further education in the field of behaviour management, specifically in regards to ASD. Pharmacologic and traditional techniques, like voice modulation, are widely used, but may not be effective. Many new approaches, such as sensory stimulation, have been documented in the literature, yet remain largely unutilized for reasons, such as time and costs involved.
ASSESSMENT OF PARENTAL SATISFACTION WITH DENTAL TREATMENT UNDER GENERAL ANESTHESIA IN PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
Student: Dr. Ngoc Luong (University of Toronto)Supervisors: B. Saltzman, M. J. Sigal, D. Haas and M. Casas
Objectives: To identify and compare pre-treatment and post-treatment parental expectations and satisfaction concerning their child’s dental care under general anaesthesia. Participant characteristics were also investigated.
Methods: Questionnaires were administered to 100 parents who had attended the pre-operative anaesthesia consultation (pre-treatment group) and to 100 parents who had returned for post-operative reassessment (post-treatment group). Participants were asked to rate the importance and frequency of each event on a four point Likert Scale. Parents were also asked to complete a participant character information form. A score was calculated for each item in the questionnaires by multiplying the item’s mean “importance rating” and the item’s mean “expectation rating” and the items were ranked by scores.
Dr. Evan Zaretsky
Dr. Ngoc Luong
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Results: To date, complete responses were obtained from 69 parents in the pre-treatment group and 77 parents in the post-treatment group. In each group, the highest ranked elements were those representing information and communication. (Additional data and statistical analyses will be reported in the future)
Conclusion: Our initial results reinforce the value that parents place in adequate communication and provision of information in dental treatment under general anaesthesia.
ORAL DISEASE PREVALENCE AND RELATIONSHIP TO ORAL NEUTROPHIL LEVELS AND FUNCTION IN NEUTROPENIA
Student: Dr. Michael Park (University of Toronto)Supervisors: Michael Glogauer, Y. Dror, M. J. Sigal and H. Tenenbaum
Historically, case reports and studies that have looked at the oral manifestations of neutropenia have documented advanced periodontal disease, premature loss of teeth and ulcerations upon initial presentation. Patients with neutropenia are treated routinely with granulocyte-colony stimulating factor to increase their levels of circulating neutrophils. However, no follow up studies have been carried out which report on the oral health status of these patients during their active haematological treatment.
Objectives: To assess the oral health of children with neutropenia.
Methods: Children with neutropenia between the ages of 6-18 attending the Hospital for Sick Children were asked to participate in the study. Participants also underwent an oral and radiographic examination.
Preliminary Results: Preliminary data suggest that oral health and neutrophil function are maintained for most patients receiving CSF therapy.
Dr. Michael Park
Proud Supporter Of CAPD/ACDP and
Sponsor of CAPD/ACDP Graduate Pediatric Dental Student Research Presentations
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BC DENTAL PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS:IDENTIfYING CHILDREN AT RISK fOR DEVELOPING DENTAL CARIES
Delivery of Dental Public Health is the responsibility of the five Health Authorities in BC with a target population of families with children aged 0-6. The focus is on early identification of children who may be at risk for developing caries, referring them to the dentist or dental public health staff for assessment and counselling using Motivational Interviewing techniques, and referral as needed to appropriate services for treatment.
Caries risk assessments are provided in various formats, using various tools based on the AAPD CAT (Caries Risk Assessment Tool). All five Health Authorities provide risk assessment for families with children aged 12 months; many areas combine dental risk assessment with Public health nursing services when the child is being immunized at 2,4,6,12, and 18 months. Some areas also screen children at 3 years in combination with vision screening programs. For children aged 0-3, public health dental staff provide
targeted fluoride varnish services, while supporting families to establish regular dental visits.
To measure the effectiveness of the early prevention programs, all areas will survey Kindergarten children in the 2009-2010 school year. This provides another opportunity to identify children with dental caries and refer them for treatment. The last province-wide Kindergarten survey was in 2006-07 school year.
Vancouver Coastal Health is the only Health Authority that provides some treatment services for families with difficulty accessing a regular dentist, often due to language, cultural or other barriers. Public health dental staff work closely with the Federal
Health Children’s Oral Health Initiative (COHI), and three Health Authorities have agreements with Health Canada to provide the services on-reserve in areas where there are no dental therapists.
The Health Authorities are currently working with the Ministry of Health and the UBC Human Early Learning Partnership (HELP) to map decay experience from the 2006-07 year with indicators such as income level and maternal level of education, and also to compare the dental data with “readiness to learn.” The information will help dental staff target efforts in community development, identifying areas where there are greater needs, and working with community services and agencies to develop healthy environments and lifestyle practices. (For example, working with daycares to provide healthy snacks and discourage naptime bottles, or working with parent groups to learn about healthy dental habits and how to position their one-year old for daily tooth brushing.) The focus is on health promotion and prevention.
This program targets pregnant women and children 0-7 years, providing primary and secondary prevention. First Nations communities apply for the COHI funding and hire local members to work with the public health dental hygienist. The dental hygienist assesses the children and provides training to community members. The community members works with the families to learn about healthy dental practices, provides fluoride varnish following the recommendations of the dental hygienist and supports the families to access dental treatment. Dental treatment is provided by dentists in nearby communities. In remote areas, the communities may make agreements with dentists or dental therapists to provide services in First Nations health centers.
Editors Note: Many thanks to Ms. Anita Vallee from BC Public Health for her report on the many public health initiatives being put forward in British Columbia!
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Inn at Laurel Point
CAPD/ACDP’S 2010 AGM TO CAPITALIZE NEXT YEAR
Victoria was the host of the 2009 Annual General Meeting, from Sept. 10th – 12th. The venue was the gorgeous Inn at Laurel Point, situated in Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour!
This year marked the first time our AGM provided a 2-day scientific session (on the Friday and Saturday), featuring five experts in pediatric dentistry. Those speakers included: Dr. Paul Casamassimo, Dr. Rosamund Harrison, Dr. Art Nowak, Dr. Clive Friedman and Dr. Rocio Quinonez. Their presentations were fantastic! The all-day Executive Meeting, to which all members were invited to attend, took take place on Thursday, Sept.10th.
The 2-day scientific format turned out to be a great success, and it appears that this will be the ‘norm’ for future Meetings.
Friday night’s Welcome Reception featured classical guitarist Paul Bankes, and some delicious food. Saturday night’s President’s Dinner was held at the exquisite Butchart Gardens. That late Saturday afternoon and evening was a photographic and culinary delight; long to be remembered for glorious floral colors and exquisite tastes.
Thank you to the entire LOC for putting on a truly memorable Meeting!
Where will YOU be in September 2010? In Ottawa, our nation’s Capital of course, at our AGM! See the next page in this edition of the MIRROR with the dates and location of our next Meeting.
A MESSAGE fROM 3M ESPE REGARDING AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS
BEWARE Of UNAUTHORIZED GREY MARKET MATERIALS!
September 23rd to September 26th, 2010
Mark Your Calendars!You’ll stay downtown at the Marriott Hotel, 100 Kent Street, Ottawa
just steps away from Sparks Street Mall and walking distance to Parliament Hill, museums and other sights of interest.
A fun filled and informative event is being planned.
There will be two full days of Scientific Sessions – Friday and Saturday.
In keeping with our theme, we are securing local and international experts to participate in a varied educational program.
“The Paediatric Medicine/Paediatric Dentistry Interface”Sunday will include the Graduate Student Award Presentations
and the Annual General Meeting.
For athletic members and their families we are planning a special event , so make sure you pack your favorite running gear!
Clear your agendas and plan to attend what promises to be an exceptional meeting!
Sincerely yours,
2010 CAPD Local Organizing Committee
Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry/ Académie Canadienne de Dentisterie Pédiatrique
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SPECIAL SMILES fOR OLYMPIANS IN BRITISH COLUMBIAEDITORS NOTE: The following is a report submitted by CAPD/ACDP member Dr. Kelly
Blundell. How wonderful and heart-warming it is to be able to provide an article on giving and positive outcomes, all the while when our daily press is often filled with doom and gloom! Dr. Blundell practices in Victoria, British Columbia. The CAPD/ACDP Executive thanks him for this contribution to the MIRROR.
This past July, I had the privilege of participating in a dental heath promotions event with Special Olympics. Special Olympics is an international organization that promotes sporting events and healthy living among people with intellectual disabilities. The athletes range in ages from young adults to middle age adults. They compete in many sports such as soccer, baseball, weight lifting, swimming, bowling and more!
The event I participated in was the British Columbia Provincial Games in Abbotsford. Dental health promotions were among several groups of volunteers that provided service and education to the athletes over the three days of the provincial games. Optometry, podiatry and audiology volunteers were also actively involved during the sporting event.
Our dental team provided dental screenings, referrals, oral hygiene instruction and fabrication of sports mouth guards for the athletes. We had dentists, dental hygienists, University of British Columbia dental residents and dental hygiene students participate in the dental health event. We were able to meet and serve over 200 athletes during the weekend. In addition to promoting dental health among the athletes, a significant goal of Special Olympics is to provide young dental health professionals an opportunity to meet and care for people with disabilities in a positive environment. Many students have very limited opportunities
to work with people with disabilities in their training and therefore may be reluctant to see these patients in their future practices.
The smiles from the athletes and the volunteers
were good evidence that we took steps in the right direction to achieving success. I certainly enjoyed making some new friends among these special smiles!
Dr. Kelly Blundell
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UNIVERSITY Of TORONTO MARKS SPECIAL ALUMNI DAY
The University Of Toronto’s faculty Of Dentistry Is Celebrating
The 50th Anniversary Of The
Specialty Program In Pediatric Dentistry
HOLD THE DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 1, 2010
An open invitation to all pediatric dentists:Please join us on May 1st for a special
Pediatric Dentistry Graduate Program Alumni Day.
The Norman Levine Graduate Pediatric Dentistry lectures will be presented by Dr. Martin Trope and Dr. Blayne Thibodeau. They will discuss endodontic care in the young permanent dentition.
The program will be held at the University of Toronto Chestnut Residence and will include breakfast, luncheon and a celebration dinner.
Watch your mail for further information, or contact:
Raisyl WagmanCoordinator, Continuing Dental EducationUniversity of TorontoFaculty of Dentistry124 Edward Street, Room 527Toronto, ON M5G 1G6416-979-4902 Ext. 4668Fax: 416-979-4941
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Call to Order: Dr. LR Charette
Welcome 1.
Approval of Agenda 2. Accepteda.
Approval of Minutes of 2008 Executive Committe 3. Meeting (ECM)/Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Charolettetown PEI
MOTION 1: To accept the minutes as a. distributed. Proposed: Michal Goralski, Seconded: John Wiles; Motion Carried.
CDA News: John O'Keefe 4.
CDA migrating from association of a. dentist to association of provincial dental associations in 2011.
Currently ~ 60% of dentists in i. Canada are CDA members
JCDA will remain, and CDA will speak b. on clinical and scientific matters.
The trend in media is towards i. online hub based publications and CDA wants to follow this trend. new url jcda.ca ii. funding and revenue model iii. changing and revenues decreasing
JCDA aims to engage membership c. during this transition
Voting procedure during Executive Council 5.
ACTION: for next meeting, each a. provincial association will be asked to designate a representative to have a vote for the executive meeting. No financial support will be provided b.
LOC for PEI 2008 6. Budget a.
There was a surplus for the i. meeting ($11,400 in 2008 and $4,447 in 2009)
Sponsors Acknowledgement b. Sponsors were not official i. thanked for their support after the PEI meeting ACTIONii. :for upcoming meetings, they are to be officially thanked for their support.
LOC for Victoria (Dr. Kelly Wright) 7. ACTIONa. : Each LOC is to name a liaison to the next LOC who will be responsible for passing this information on to next year's LOC. Meeting registrants: 55 dentists, b. including speakers, 29 auxiliaries 17 spouses, 8 students. Sponsors: 3M, Henry-Schein, Boiron, c. Treasure Tower World, SunButler, BC Society of Pediatric Dentists For the Victoria meeting, revenues will d. likely not cover cost due to the additional cost of multiple speakers for the two scientific session.
Honorary membership proposed 8. Dr. Franklin Young a.
MOTION 2i. : To present Dr. franklin Young with Honorary Membership in the CAPD. Proposed: John Wiles, Seconded: Ross Anderson; Motion Carried
Dr. Bennett b. Dr. Pronych has proposed this i. Honorary Membership. The Executive Director will ii. contact Dr. Pronych for information about this proposal.
Reports 9.
President's Report (Dr. Charette) a. Accepted. (i. See Attachment #1)
Executive Director's Report (Dr. Legault) b. Accepted (i. See Attachment #2)Dr. Charette to write letter to ii. IAPD with our disappointment at the failed bid for IAPD 2015 in Montreal.
Communications Report (Dr. Baylin) c. Accepted. (i. See Attachment #3) ACTIONii. : Dr. Steve Baylin will work with John O'Keefe of CDA to further our inter-organizational communication. MOTION 3: The CAPD to start iii. a formal process to find a new editor for The MIRROR to be effective Sept. 2010. Proposed: felicity Hardwick, Seconded: Howard McIsaac. Motion Carried
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Financial Report (Dr. Loeppky) d. Accepted i.
Secretarial Report (Dr. Michal Goralski) e. Accepted i. Per Diem Policy - The draft ii. policy is being formulated.
ACTION:1. The draft will be reviewed again by the Executive after the finance Committee has narrowed its parameters.
ACTION: An option for CPS iii. Membership is to be added to 2010/2011 Membership form.
Scientific Committee Report ( Dr. Kelly f. Wright)
Accepted. (i. See Attachment #4) Dr. Hashim Nainar will continue ii. as Chair of Scientific Committee. The Executive Committee formally recognizes Dr. Nainar for his excellent work and dedication to this position.
Committee on Specialists Affairs Report g. Accepted (i. See Attachment #5)Dr. Ross Anderson made ii. comments regarding the Fluoride Toothpaste Guidelines to be incorporated into the Health Canada and CDA statements.
ACTION:1. Dr. Sarah Hulland will forward comments to Peter Cooney.
COSA/NDSO long term iii. representation
A discussion was held 1. with respect to appointing a COSA representative to a term consistent with the structure and needs of COSA separate from the position of the Past President. ACTION: The 2. Executive Committee will appoint a COSA representative in the spirit of this discussion. The next COSA 3. representative will be appointed at the June 2010 CAPD teleconference.
Budget within the new CDA iv. structure
The Chair and Co-Chair 1. of COSA will not be
funded by CDA to attend certain meetings of the CDA. ACTION:2. The COSA rep will convey the Executive's concern's regarding the funding of these positions to COSA.
Royal College of Dentists of Canada h. Report (Dr. Robert Barsky)
Accepted. (i. See Attachment #6)
Parliamentarian Report i. Accepted. (i. See Attachment #7)
Committee on Clinical and Scientific j. Affairs Report (Dr. Clive Friedman)
Accepted. (i. See Attachment #8)
U of T Students Report (Dr. John Wiles) k. Accepted. (i. See Attachment #9)Keith Titley Scholarship: ii.
ACTION: Dr. Ross 1. Anderson and Dr. John Wiles will discuss who will be on the selection committee for this scholarship.
AAPD Social in Hawaii Report (Dr. l. Hardwick)
Accepted. (i. See Attachment #10) Chicago 2010 : Dr. Hardwick ii. would appreciate is someone would take over her duties as organizer of the social.
CAPD / CPS Report (Dr. Wright / Dr. Anderson) 10. Accepted. (a. See Attachment #11)2009 Meeting in Ottawa b.
The session was well attended i. and well presented.
CPS Oral Health Section Executive c. (President, Vice-President, and Secretary Treasurer) are not funded positions.
The relationship of CAPD and i. CPS is strategically important to advance CAPD's agenda. ACTIONii. : As an ex-officio of the CAPD, the president of the Oral Health Section of the CPS will be be paid travel and hotel expenses to attend the CAPD Annual Meeting.
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ACTION:i. Right of first Refusal to be clarified on LOC guidelines: It is available for major sponsorship levels. Online payment not ii. effective: Very high fees and exchange rate from CAN to US and back to CAN by US merchant services company costs the LOC too much. Expenses of Victoria meeting iii. higher due to expanded scientific session.
Confidentiality vs Access to the b. membership list for sponsors.
3M ESPE is the only i. organization that has access to our database as per our sponsorship aggreement. Otherwise, the CAPD position is that due to privacy laws, the member database is confidential and is not given out to other sponsors.
Rules and Regulations (Dr. Hulland) 12. Progress has not been made due to a. COSA committments
LOC for Ottawa (Dr. Ian McConnachie) 13.
Dr. Carol Janik to prepare a progress a. report for the CAPD website Hotel - Marriott Downtown b. Speakers - c.
Martha Ann Keels: 1. i. Periodontal Health and Systemic Condition and 2. GERD Head Trauma ii. Michelle Ward: Consequences iii. of Child Neglect
PALS course at Ottawa 2010 meeting d. PALS course ruled out because i. not able to fit into time frame of meeting. If enough interest from the ii. membership exists, a one day airway management course may be available in parallel to the scientific program of the CAPD 2010 meeting Dr. Ross Anderson: There is a iii. PALS course offered through the hospital in Halifax that is available to CAPD members.
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2011 - Dr. Dennis Bedard has put out a a. strong request that he would like to head LOC for Edmonton.
ACTION:b. The Executive supports this bid pending confirmation of LOC. 2012 Montreal - unlikely joint with CPS c. because their meeting is held last week of June.
Dr. Leonard Smith 15. ACTION: Dr. Smith's Healthy Mouth a. Healthy Body initiative will receive coverage in the MIRROR and his site will be linked to from the CAPD website.
Nomination for Executive Director 16. MOTION 4:a. To Nominate Victor Legault to continue as Executive Director: Proposed: Kelly Wright. Seconded: Howard McIsaac. Motion carried.
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Du 23 au 26 Septembre 2010
Marquez vos calendriers!Vous resterez au centre-ville à l’hotel Marriott, 100 rue Kent, Ottawa,
à quelques pas du Mail de la rue Sparks, près de la colline du Parlement, des musées et autres points d’intérêts.
Un programme divertissant et intéressant est en développement.
Il y aura deux journées complètes de présentations scientifiques :
vendredi et samedi.
En concordance avec notre thème, nous recrutons des experts locaux et internationaux afin de participer au programme varié:
“La Connection médecine et dentisterie pédiatrique”La présentation des prix étudiants gradués et l’Assemblée annuelle
générale auront lieu le dimanche.
Pour nos membres sportifs et leur famille, nous planifions un évènementspecial: assurez-vous d’avoir vos souliers de course!
Libérez vos agendas et prévoyez participer à ce qui promet d’être une conférence exceptionnelle!
Sincèrement,
Le Comité Organisateur ACDP 2010
Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry/ Académie Canadienne de Dentisterie Pédiatrique
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Ouverture de l’assemblée : Dr L.-R. Charette
Mot de bienvenue1.
Approbation de l’ordre du jour 2. Ordre du jour approuvéa.
Approbation des procès-verbaux des réunions 3. du comité de direction et de l’assemblée générale annuelle (AGA) de 2008 à Charlottetown (Î.-P.-É.)
MOTION 1 : Adoption des a. procès-verbaux dans la forme présentée. Proposition de Michal Goralski, secondée par John Wiles; motion adoptée.
Nouvelles à propos de l’ADC : John O’Keefe4. L’ADC représentera toutes les a. associations provinciales et territoriales en 2011.
Environ 60 % des dentistes i. canadiens sont actuellement membres de l’ADC.
Le JADC est maintenu, et l’ADC y b. traitera de questions cliniques et scientifiques.
La tendance est aux publications i. en ligne, et l’ADC souhaite suivre cette tendance.Nouvelle adresse URL : jcda.caii. Le changement du modèle de iii. financement et de revenus entraîne une baisse des revenus.
Le JADC vise à faire participer les c. membres pendant la transition.
Procédure de vote pendant la réunion du conseil 5. exécutif
MESURE : Pour la prochaine réunion, a. chaque association provinciale devra désigner une personne qui votera.Aucun soutien financier n’est accordé.b.
Comité organisateur local (COL) de l’assemblée 6. générale annuelle (AGA) 2008 à l’Î.-P.-É.
Budgeta. Excédent de 11 400 $ (4 447 $ i. en 2009).
Remerciements aux commanditaires b. Nous n’avons pas officiellement i. remercié les commanditaires après l’AGA de l’Î.-P.-É.MESURE :ii. Les remercier officiellement pour les prochaines AGA.
COL de l’AGA de Victoria (D7. r Kelly Wright)MESURE : Chaque COL doit nommer a. une personne-ressource qui
communiquera l’information au comité suivant.Nombre d’inscrits à l’assemblée : 55 b. dentistes, incluant les conférenciers, 29 auxiliaires, 17 conjoints, 8 étudiants.Commanditaires : 3M, Henry-Schein, c. Boiron, Treasure Tower World, SunButler, BC Society of Pediatric Dentists. Les revenus ne couvriront probablement d. pas les coûts, en raison des frais supplémentaires liés aux multiples conférenciers des deux journées scientifiques.
Titre de membre honoraire proposé8. Da. r Franklin Young
MOTION 2 : Offrir au Di. r franklin Young le titre de membre honoraire de l’ACDP. Proposition de John Wiles, secondée par Ross Anderson; motion adoptée.
Db. r Bennett Titre de membre honoraire i. proposé par le Dr Pronych. Le directeur général ii. communiquera avec le Dr Pronych pour obtenir des détails.
Rapports9. Rapport du président (Da. r Charette)
Rapport accepté.i.
Rapport du directeur général (Db. r Legault)
Rapport accepté.i. Dii. r Charette écrira à l’IAPD pour faire part de notre déception que Montréal ne soit pas l’hôte du congrès de l’IAPD en 2015.
Rapport du comité des communications c. (Dr Baylin)
Rapport accepté.i. MESURE :ii. Le Dr Steve Baylin collaborera avec John O’Keefe, de l’ADC, pour favoriser les communications entre nos organisations.MOTION 3 : L’ACDP entamera iii. un processus formel afin de trouver un nouveau rédacteur en chef pour le bulletin MIRROR à compter de septembre 2010. Proposition de felicity Hardwick, secondée par Howard McIsaac; motion adoptée.
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Rapport financier (Dd. r Loeppky)Rapport accepté.i.
Rapport du secrétaire (De. r Michal Goralski)
Rapport accepté.i. Politique en matière d’indemnité ii. quotidienne – L’ébauche de la politique est en cours d’élaboration.
MESURE :1. L’ébauche sera revue par le comité exécutif après la définition des paramètres par le comité des finances.MESURE : Sur le iii. formulaire d’adhésion 2010-2011 de l’ACDP, ajouter une option pour l’adhésion à la SCP.
Rapport du comité scientifique (Df. r Kelly Wright)
Rapport accepté.i. Dii. r Hashim Nainar demeure le président du comité scientifique. Les membres du comité exécutif reconnaissent formellement l’excellent travail du Dr Nainar et son dévouement dans le cadre de ses fonctions.
Rapport du comité des affaires reliées g. aux spécialistes (CARS)
Rapport accepté.i. Dii. r Ross Anderson commente l’intégration des directives sur le dentifrice fluoré aux énoncés de Santé Canada et de l’ADC.
MESURE : D1. re Sarah Hulland fera suivre ces commentaires à Peter Cooney.
Représentation à long terme du iii. CARS à la NDSO
Discussion de la 1. possibilité de nommer un représentant du CARS – qui ne serait pas le président sortant – pour un mandat répondant aux besoins du comité et correspondant à sa structure.MESURE :2. Le comité exécutif nommera un représentant CARS.Le représentant du 3. CARS sera nommé à la téléconférence de l’ACDP de juin 2010.
Budget selon la nouvelle iv. structure de l’ADC
Les président et 1. coprésident de CARS ne
seront pas financés par l’ADC pour assister à certaines réunions de l’ADC. MESURE :2. Le représentant du CARS communiquera à l’ADC la position de l’exécutif quant au financement de ces postes.
Rapport du Collège royal des h. chirurgiens-dentistes du Canada (Dr Robert Barsky)
Rapport accepté dans sa forme i. présentée.
Rapport parlementairei. Rapport accepté dans sa forme i. présentée.
Comité des affaires cliniques et j. scientifiques (Dr Clive Friedman)
Rapport accepté dans sa forme i. présentée.
Rapport sur la rencontre sociale des k. étudiants 2e et 3e cycles de l’Université de Toronto (Dr John Wiles)
Rapport accepté.i. Bourse Keith Titley ii.
MESURE : D1. rs Ross Anderson et John Wiles discuteront du choix des membres du comité de sélection pour cette bourse.
Rapport sur la rencontre sociale de l. l’AAPD, à Hawaï (Dre Hardwick)
Rapport accepté dans sa forme i. présentée.Chicago 2010 : Dii. re Hardwick souhaite que quelqu’un reprenne le flambeau de l’organisation des rencontres sociales.
Rapport sur les relations entre l’ACDP et la SCP 10. (Dr Wright / Dr Anderson)
Rapport accepté.a. Réunion de 2009 à Ottawab.
Excellentes participation et i. présentation.
Section de santé buccodentaire de la c. SCP : les postes de l’exécutif (président, vice-président et secrétaire-trésorier) ne sont pas financés.
Les relations entre l’ACDP et la i. SCP sont stratégiques pour faire avancer les dossiers de l’ACDP. MESURE :ii. D’office, l’ACDP défrayera le président de la section de santé buccodentaire de la SCP de ses dépenses de déplacement et d’hébergement pour assister à l’assemblée annuelle de l’ACDP.
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Réunion de 2010e. Réunion à Vancouver en 2010 : i. Dre Catherine Flaitz a accepté de faire une allocution.
Commandites 11. Comité des commandites : Nouvelles/a. Décisions (Dr Kelly Wright)
MESURE :i. Il faut clarifier le droit de premier refus dans les directives du CO : il est donné aux commanditaires principaux.Paiement en ligne non ii. avantageux pour le COL : frais et taux de change très élevés exigés par les entreprises de change américaines (conversion de devises CAN en US, puis de nouveau en CAN).Les coûts de l’assemblée de iii. Victoria ont été plus élevés en raison du nombre accru de conférences pendant les journées scientifiques.
Confidentialité de notre liste de membres b. ou accès donné aux commanditaires
3M ESPE est la seule société i. ayant accès à notre base de données en vertu d’une entente de commandite. L’ACDP ne donne accès à sa base de données à aucun autre commanditaire; elle la garde confidentielle, conformément aux lois relatives au respect de la vie privée.
Règlement (D12. re Hulland)Des progrès doivent être accomplis en a. raison des engagements du CARS.
COL – Congrès à Ottawa (D13. r Ian McConnachie)Da. re Carol Janik préparera un rapport d’étape pour le site Web de l’ACDP.Hôtel – Marriott centre-villeb. Conférenciers c.
Martha Ann Keels : a) Santé i. parodontale et condition systémique, et b) GERDTraumatisme crânienii. Michelle Ward : Conséquences iii. de la négligence à l’égard des enfants
Cours Pediatric Advanced Life Support d. (PALS) à l’assemblée de 2010 à Ottawa
Le cours PALS n’aura pas lieu i. parce qu’il ne peut être donné au moment de l’assemblée. Si les membres le souhaitent en ii. nombre suffisant, un cours d’une journée sur les voies aériennes
pourrait être donné parallèlement au programme scientifique de l’assemblée 2010 de l’ACDP.Diii. r Ross Anderson : Un cours PALS est offert aux membres de l’ACDP par l’intermédiaire de l’hôpital d’Halifax.
Futures assemblées générales annuelles de 14. l’ACDP
2011 – Da. r Dennis Bedard manifeste beaucoup d’intérêt envers la direction du COL pour l’AGA à Edmonton.MESURE :b. L’exécutif appuie cette demande dans l’attente de la confirmation du COL.2012 à Montréal – tenue conjointe avec c. la SCP peu probable, car son assemblée a lieu la dernière semaine de juin.
D15. r Leonard SmithMESURE : Il sera question de a. l’initiative du Dr Smith intitulée « Healthy Mouth Healthy Body » dans le bulletin MIRROR, et il y aura un lien vers son site Web sur celui de l’ACDP.
Nomination du directeur général16. MOTION 4 : Victor Legault continue a. d’exercer cette fonction. Proposition du Dr Kelly Wright, secondée par Howard McIsaac; motion adoptée.
Produits sur le marché gris17. MESURE : Un article à ce sujet a. paraîtra dans le prochain numéro du bulletin MIRROR.
Beaucoup de choses se sont passées depuis notre dernière rencontre à Charlottetown en septembre 2008. Le Comité Exécutif, avec la précieuse collaboration des représentants des divers comités, a fait progresser plusieurs dossiers.
Tout d’abord, l’Association dentaire canadienne (ADC) a adopté un nouveau modèle de gouvernance à travers lequel les dentistes spécialistes du Canada ont pu conserver un levier décisionnel assez important. Cette nouvelle façon d’organiser à l’ADC nous amènera à changer la durée et le rôle de notre représentant sur le Comité des spécialistes. La personne choisie devra montrer plus que jamais une détermination à défendre les dossiers de dentisterie pédiatrique, mais surtout des talents hors pairs de communicateur.
L’année qui s’écoule aura aussi permis de démontrer notre détermination à performer au sein de la Société canadienne de pédiatrie (SCP). La présentation de notre consœur Dr Jeanne-Nicole Faille à Ottawa lors du congrès annuel de la SCP, a plus que jamais démontré nos capacités et nos habiletés à rejoindre l’intérêt des collègues pédiatres. Je dois saluer ici les efforts de longue haleine des docteurs Joe Telch, Victor Legault, Ross Anderson et autres à faire reconnaître une section de santé bucco-dentaire auprès de la SCP. Il n’en tient qu’à nous maintenant d’entretenir la flamme si brillamment allumé.
Je considère sans aucun doute que l’adhésion des dentistes pédiatriques au sein de la SCP est primordiale. Ce lien pédiatre - dentiste pédiatrique servira aux deux groupes de professionnels dédiés à la cause des enfants canadiens. Intellectuellement, nous en sortirons tous grandis.
Dans un autre volet, la “Tournée du président” m’a permis de converser avec les dentistes pédiatriques du Québec et de l’Ontario. Avec son expérience de présidente sortante de l’Académie et celle d’être en tête de l’Association des dentistes pédiatriques de l’Alberta , Dr Sarah Hulland a sûrement dressé un bon portrait des enjeux de CAPD et des défis à venir auprès des membres de l’Alberta. De plus, le Comité Exécutif terminera ce congrès de Victoria en discutant avec les membres de Colombie-Britannique dimanche matin. Finalement, je rencontrerai les gens des autres provinces d’ici l’été 2010.
Ce qui ressort jusqu’à maintenant, c’est évidemment la diversité des systèmes de santé entre les provinces. La couverture des soins dentaires des enfants et des patients médicalement compromis (physiquement et intel-lectuellement) varie tellement que les inégalités engendrent inévitablement des disparités quant à l’accessibi-lité à ces dits soins. La poursuite d’une justice sociale pancanadienne devrait animer certaines de nos ardeurs au cours des prochaines années.
Que doit-on justement envisager dans les mois qui viennent ? Notre implication au sein du nouveau modèle de gouvernance de l’ADC, la présence plus soutenue de l’Académie auprès des associations provinciales, l’amélioration toujours possible de nos réunions scientifiques et surtout, travailler à nourrir les liens avec la SCP.
Mais avant tout, il faut déjà mettre à son agenda la prochaine réunion de votre Académie à Ottawa à l’automne 2010. Les docteurs Carol Janik et Ian McConnachie s’y appliquent déjà fort bien.
Many things have happened since our last meeting in Charlottetown in September 2008. The Executive Committee, with the valuable collaboration of representatives from various committees, has advanced on several issues.
Firstly, the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) has adopted a new model of governance through which the dental specialists of Canada have maintained a sizeable leverage for decision-making. This new way of organizing the CDA will lead us to change the terms of the mandate and the role of our COSA (Committee of Specialists Affairs) representative. The successful candidate must show more determination than ever in order to defend the cause of pediatric dentistry and must prove to be a good communicator.
This past year has also permitted us to demonstrate our willingness to perform within the Canadian Pediatric Society (CPS). The presentation of our colleague Dr. Jeanne-Nicole Faille in Ottawa at the CPS annual conference, more than ever demonstrated our common interests with our fellow pediatricians. I must commend the persistent efforts of Drs. Joe Telch, Victor Legault, Ross Anderson and others in establishing an Oral Health section within the CPS. It’s up to us now to continue.
I believe without doubt that adherence by pediatric dentists to the CPS is essential. This pediatrician/ pediatric dentist link will serve both groups of professionals dedicated to the cause of Canadian children. Intellectually, we will all move forward !
On another note, the «President’s Tour» allowed me to converse with the pediatric dentists of Quebec and Ontario. With her experience as past president of the Academy and being the Head of the Association of Pediatric Dentists in Alberta, Dr. Sarah Hulland has certainly drawn a good picture of the challenges of CAPD/ACDP and future endeavors with members in Alberta. In addition, the Executive Committee will complete the Victoria Conference by meeting with members of British Columbia on Sunday morning. Finally, I hope to meet our colleagues from other provinces by the summer of 2010.
What clearly emerges so far is the diversity of health care systems across the provinces. The dental care of children and medically compromised patients (physically and intellectually) varies so that inequalities inevitably create disparities in access to such care. The pursuit of social justice across Canada should animate some of our debates in the coming years.
What should we expect in the coming months? Our involvement in the new governance model of the CDA, a stronger presence of the Academy within provincial associations, innovation in the scientific content of our Meetings and the nurturing of our ties with CPS.
But first, let us make a note in our agendas for the next Annual General Meeting of the Academy in Ottawa in Fall 2010. Drs. Carol Janik and Ian McConnachie are already working at this task.
Thank you,
Louis-René Charette, DMD, FRCD(c) CAPD/ACDP President
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Attachment #2
Executive Director’s Report
Dear Colleagues,
Since we last met in beautiful PEI, a particular event has affected my position of CAPD/ACDP Executive Director. In fact, my private office being forced to close, I moved out on April 1st 2009, and along with me, the CAPD/ACDP office had to find a new home.
It is now located at: 14, chemin Bates, #302, Outremont Qc, H2V 1A8. Telephone and CAPD/ACDP fax numbers remain unchanged, while my new email address is: [email protected]
I am pleased to announce the process is completed, and we are operational again. Sincere thanks to Louis-René, Warren and Michal for their patience and wholehearted support during this past year.
Early in 2009, trying to bring the 2015 IAPD Annual Meeting to Montreal, I have long corresponded with Drs, Roger Hall and Gerry Wright, with very deceiving results. Those of us who have met them in Munich (June 2009), can understand my regretful experience. Unless drastic changes occur in the IAPD administration, I suggest that CAPD/ ACDP review its relationship with IAPD, or at least, keep it to a minimum.
This year represented again for us a year of efforts and dedication to the cause of Canadian Children’s Health. I purposely insist on children’s TOTAL health, because it is of the utmost importance that we, pediatric dentists, expand our views from the limited concept of ORAL health to the broader inclusion of the oral environment into the children’s TOTAL health. We have not succeeded in convincing our pediatrician friends, because we are not convinced ourselves of that fact. We are too casual with ECC, and our message does not go through anymore. We must insist that ECC is the first stage of a serious INFECTION: ECTI or Early Childhood Tooth Infection. and infections NEED to be treated!
I must mention here the remarkable implication of Ross Anderson and his committee, who have picked up the torch from Joseph Telch and myself, and brought to fruition our numerous years of negotiations with CPS. Thanks to our concerted efforts, CAPD/ACDP now cooperates with CPS in the creation of an Oral Health Section, which was long overdue. The coming years should demonstrate the enormous importance of this alliance between CAPD/ACDP and CPS, for the benefit of both our organizations and the Canadian children.
Finally, I wish to remind all CAPD/ACDP members that our PERSONAL contribution to CAPD/ACDP vitality goes beyond paying our membership dues: it is essential to CAPD/ACDP growth. We must forge ahead relentlessly, and not waste time asking ourselves «Are we doing enough?»
Respectfully submitted,
J. Victor LegaultCAPD/ACDP Executive Director.
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CAPD/ACDP Communications Committee ReportCAPD/ACDP 2009 Annual General Meeting
Victoria, B.C. – Sept. 11-12, 2009
Website:
Newest version of the Joomla software template- was installed in April 2009 and the entire site was converted to that version. Reason for accelerated need to update site: text editors in the old version were not functioning appropriately. The site developer (Excelus Web Solutions) and I thought it would be prudent to upgrade the site NOW (at no fee to us) rather than in 2010.
Broadcast Email module- functioning as of July 2009. The ability to send batch emails (to members who have submitted their addresses) now exists. Lists have been formatted/tabulated enabling messages to be sent to either all members of CAPD/ACDP, or specifically: national, provincial or custom lists (i.e. Executive members). Lists can be formed easily, within minutes.
Online registration forms- for Victoria meeting were developed with Kelly Wright, Cory Fisk (from Excelus Web Solutions) and myself, and were activated for use along with E-commerce payment of Meeting registration dues through a 3rd party software in the U.S. called 2CheckOut.com. Many problems arose from both functional and cash flow/‘bottom line’ financial aspects with this U.S. firm. Those stumbling blocks should be addressed in Kelly Wright’s Victoria AGM LOC report.
Considering: (1) CAPD/ACDP’s non-centralized setup for future AGM’s and the fact that new volunteers will have to be trained to use the software along with the development of new registration forms each year, AND (2) that funds are transferred back and forth from US to Can $$ and vice versa (and depending on the value of the dollar, we lose money through the withholding of funds and the transfers) – the Communications Committee suggests CAPD/ACDP temporarily abandons the idea of online registration of future AGM’s until a possible Canadian site (or until a way 2CheckOut.com can be better utilized) becomes available that meets our criteria and requirements. This suggestion needs further discussion at the Executive level prior to making this decision.
Online registration of Membership dues- were to be added after testing the AGM process, and available for the 2010-1011 fiscal year (next summer). This decision should be put ‘on-hold’ as well, prior to an investigation into a reliable Canadian/U.S. online processing company. for now, the Communications Committee suggests members continue to download new membership registration forms from the website and fax same to the CAPD/ACDP Secretary-treasurer – as per other years. Payment with credit cards and cheques should continue.
The concept of a move to create a ‘Digital ONLY’ philosophy- for online MIRROR, Directory, dues payments and AGM/meeting registrations should not be abandoned, but rather encouraged as soon as possible. This idea saves paper, postage and printing costs, and enhances the utilization of the website for which I, and future website administrators, would like to see after putting in all the effort to develop and pay for our communications medium. We may be Canada’s national voice for pediatric dentistry, but we are light years behind the times with communicative functionality and efficiency.
At least 80% of our membership has not even logged in with a password nor had the experience to view and read - all of the scientific literature that the Scientific Committee and I have included on the Members Only side. Hopefully, the concept of increasing ‘online only’ functionality for many of CAPD/ACDP’s activities and members’ business transactions will increase the site ‘hits’.
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Site stats- available but extremely complicated to tally. Suffice to say that in 2009 (Jan-July) there were 5100 visitors to the Home page (including 1st time visitors and those returning within the hour [525 isitors]). Most visitations were from the CAPD/ACDP webmaster and the site developers. Actual page visitations are too numerous or detailed to quantify or mention, but a good portion were those curious to see if their name was mentioned in the Directory and/or in the Search area. Few visitations occurred in the (secure) Members only side and the scientific pages.
MIRROR:
Future Spring issues- to be more scientific in nature. Scientific Committee and I would like to include at least 2 or 3 scientific articles each May/June issue. First attempt with this format was included in the 2009 May/June edition. ‘Thank you’ to Dr.Hashim Nainar and his Committee members for their assistance and valuable input.
Postage costs accelerating- . Hence discussion above about having MIRROR ‘online only’ and on the Members Only side of the website.
Costs to produce MIRROR in full color- still to exorbitant.
Currently have 4 sponsors with paid advertising- in the MIRROR – Patterson Dental, Kidzpace Interactive, Sunstar Americas (Butler), and NuSmile Crowns. They collectively bring in $6000 in revenue each year for printing and postage expenses. 3M ESPE is also an advertiser, but they are not billed as per our agreement with 3M ESPE as generous sponsors for the Graduate Student Research Presentations at each year’s AGM .
Initial informal ‘teaser’ ad- placed in 2009 May/June issue to find a new MIRROR Editor to replace Steve Baylin as Editor by January 1, 2011. Communications Committee advises that a formal search process be initiated for the replacement of the MIRROR Editor as soon as possible, with that volunteer position to begin on January 1, 2011. The last MIRROR to be edited and printed by Steve Baylin will be the 2010 Nov/Dec edition.
Respectfully submitted -
Steve BaylinChair, Communications CommitteeMIRROR EditorWebsite Administrator, Webmaster
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The past year has seen considerable activity in the Scientific Committee. I would like to begin with acknowledgment of the committee members who helped to make this possible. Drs. Irwin Fried, Phu-My Gep and Kelly Wright continued their membership in the committee. We welcomed two new members to the committee, Drs. Regina Revuelta and Sara Werb. Anyone interested in joining the committee is welcome to send in their interest along with their commitment to attend at least one in three if not more annual meetings of the CAPD/ACDP. Scoring of the graduate student presentations is an important activity of the Scientific Committee and we need the members to judge the oral presentations.
The Scientific Committee began the process of developing scientific statements on topics of clinical interest. As previously described there will be no re-invention of the wheel. The first statement that was developed and published in the May-June 2009 issue of the Mirror was titled: What are the indications for the placement of stainless steel crowns in primary molars? It is our intention to help Dr. Baylin provide a scientific flavor for the May-June issue of the Mirror. Select articles of interest from contemporary literature were also forwarded to Dr. Baylin for posting on the CAPD/ACDP website.
The committee reviewed previous material on the graduate student awards process and then developed a document with explicit details on the entire awards process. With the approval of the document by the Executive, all precedents regarding the awards process from the past have been extinguished. The present document will help provide consistency in the awards process over the years while also being instructional for committee members of the future.
Following the initiative developed by Dr. Felicity Hardwick in coordination with Dr. John O’Keefe, summaries of the graduate student presentations made at the 2008 Annual General Meeting in Charlottetown were printed in the December 2008/ January 2009 issue of the Canadian Dental Association journal. Given my preoccupation with my recent relocation, I thank Dr. Charette who has taken charge of the graduate student awards process for the 2009 AGM in Victoria and has conducted the review of the abstracts.
The past year has been extremely busy one from a COSA representation basis. I am pleased to be able to share with you that CAPD/ACDP is continuing to improve the voice of pediatric dentistry at the national,
provincial and local levels.
In October 2008 I attended a meeting with the Canadian Medical Association. The aim was to utilize experts in roundtable discussions to debate the issues required to go from plan to action on child health particularly targeted at children under five years of age. The meeting was based on Senator Keon’s vision that healthcare needs to become a continuance of care from womb to tomb. The outcomes of this meeting identified the following general areas as targets for advocacy efforts:
Develop a Pan-Canadian infrastructure and mechanism to lead and coordinate child health and 1) wellbeingChallenge physicians and other health care professionals to build integrated, universally accessible, 2) centre-based population health based programs as a first tier of development attached to schools where possible. Protect women of reproductive age and children against harmful effects of all toxins in the environment 3) including toxic stress. Dedicate more funding toward research methods, practices, implementation and application that are 4) focused on healthy early child development.Invest in programs, tax and compensation benefits that address determinants of overall health.5)
In November 2008 the interim AGM for the CDA was held in Ottawa. At the meeting there were many heated discussions as to where dentistry should focus its energies to advocate for the optimal oral health of Canadians as well look forward to the year 2020. The following summary concepts were developed:
Education is essential first step which will required a united effort to lobby governments, 1) insurance companies and to improve public awareness of the care they need for appropriate oral healthIncrease funding to dental schools and graduate programs2) Promote public awareness of the benefit of good oral health with a focus on the concepts of a 3) strong professions, a united community and a healthy publicCombine efforts with our para-dental colleagues to work to develop a cooperative model of oral 4) health care.
January 2009 was busy debating the development of a new governance model for the CDA. Through the strong advocacy position of the COSA members there has been consensus that specialists will continue to maintain their relative strength of representation in the future CDA model. Concurrent with this the issues of dental anesthesia resurfaced with the Ontario group working to have UIN billing numbers allocated to their group rather than using the assigned codes that the remainder of dentists and specialists utilize. Given that dental anesthesia is not a recognized specialty in Canada this issue has meet with strong resistance amongst identified specialty groups.
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In March 2009 the CAPD/ACDP, CDA and Health Canada agreed to join resources in an effort to develop recommendations on fluoride use that are united. As of August 27, 2009 we have managed to reach a consensus with Health Canada on the fluoride guidelines in reference to the pediatric issues of fluoride use and possible sequelae of over-ingestion.
The next step in this process will be to return these new guidelines to the Committee on Scientific Affairs and eventually to the CDA Board of Directors for final approval. The anticipated date of finalization of this process will be November 2009. I would like to direct a sincere thanks to Peter Cooney, Hashim Nainar, Felicity Hardwick, Clive Friedman, and Ross Anderson for their insightful thoughts and sincere dedication to this process. The effort required to complete this progress and create a united statement between CDA and Health Canada marks the first time since 1996 that these groups are presenting a single statement, a position which will enhance our efforts in educating the public. Please see Fluoride Attachment (enclosed) for the guidelines for parents.
In April 2009 the CDA AGM was again held in Ottawa and Ross Anderson represented our group well as I was off in Guatemala on a dental mission. The CDA and the Provincial Dental Associations (PDA) will continue to work to develop a model that unites these groups in a cooperative and supportive manner with the CDA and the ODA setting the stage for this process. There was also final confirmation of the strength of the voting power of COSA within the new governance model of the CDA.
During the past few months the CDA has been moving forward in a new direction in its capacity to serve as a reference resource centre for dentists in Canada. There have been 2 subjects that are presently being reviewed in this process: 1) dental erosion and 2) Celiac’s disease. There are many questions that are being worked out as to when the CDA should be partnering as a supporter of products or special interest groups, but rest assured COSA members have not been shy to step in and ensure that all information is transparent and in the best interest of Canadian dentists.
Finally, the CDA and CAPD/ACDP are working with a new core committee to address the issues of early childhood caries. This group meet in Calgary in July with Clive Friedman as our competent chair. Stay tuned for the outcomes from this committees processes.
I thank you all for your continued support of the COSA position as liaison with Health Canada and the CDA. It is with strong representation at all levels of the executive that we can continue to be the voice of Pediatric Dentistry in Canada.
Sarah A. HullandCOSA Representative CAPD/ACDP
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Attachment #5a - Addendum
fLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE STATEMENT (To Be Incorporated Into The Health Canada Statement And CDA Statements On Fluoride)
Fluoridated toothpaste should be used twice a day to brush teeth. As young children tend to swallow toothpaste when they are brushing, the following guidelines have been established to moderate their risk of developing dental fluorosis with the benefits of fluoride.
Children 3 - 6 years of age should be assisted with brushing their teeth by an adult and use only a small amount (e.g. pea-sized portion) of fluoridated toothpaste.
Children from birth to 36 months of age should have their teeth and gums brushed by an adult. In order to balance the benefit of fluoride with the risk of developing fluorosis, parents should consult their health care provider to determine whether their child under 36 months of age is at risk of developing tooth decay. If the child is at risk of developing tooth decay then they should have their teeth brushed by an adult using a minimal amount (rice sized kernel) of fluoridated toothpaste. Examples of children who are at risk of tooth decay are listed below. If the child is not considered to be at risk they should still have their teeth brushed by an adult using a toothbrush moistened only with water.
By the child’s first birthday, their parents should consult a health care provider knowledgeable in the areas of early childhood tooth decay and the benefits of fluoride. This health care provider will help to determine the child’s risk of developing tooth decay and whether there is a benefit of using a kernel of fluoridated toothpaste prior to 36 months of age.
Children may be at risk of developing early childhood tooth decay if one or more of the following conditions exist:
They have a visible defect, notch, cavity or white chalky area on a baby tooth in the front 1. of their mouth.They regularly consume sugar in between meals (even natural sugars). This includes 2. having a bottle or a sippy cup filled with any liquid other than water or if they consume sweetened medications.They have special health care needs that limit their co-operative abilities making it difficult 3. to brush their teeth.Their teeth are brushed less than once a day.4. They were born prematurely or at a very low birth weight. For example, being born less 5. that 28 weeks of age or weighing less than a thousand grams (2 pounds) at birth.They live in an area with a non-fluoridated water supply. (contact your municipal government 6. to determine if your area is fluoridated). Their parent or caregiver has tooth decay.7. They have visible ‘plaque’, white or yellow deposits on their teeth.8.
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Attachment #6
Royal College Of Dentists Of CanadaReport to the
Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry/Academie Canadienne de Dentistrie Pediatrique
2009Dr. Robert Barsky, Councillor
Introduction:
Mandate of the College From the Act of Incorporation, 1965, the objects of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (RCDC) are:
to promote high standards of specialization in the dental profession;a) to set up qualifications for and provide for the recognition and designation of properly trained dental b) specialists;to encourage the establishment of training programs in the dental specialties in Canadian schools; andc) to provide for the recognition and designation of dentists who possess special qualifications in areas not d) recognized as specialties.
Mission StatementThe RCDC has adopted the following Mission Statement:
The mission of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada is to maintain the high standards of practice of the recognized dental specialties by examining qualified candidates for admission to Fellowship in the College and by working with stakeholders to establish standards for dental specialty education, practice and certification.
Happenings over the last year:Founded in 1965, there have been many changes through the years. Of these, the recognition by the
Canadian dental regulatory authorities that the College’s National Dental Specialty Examination (NDSE) is to serve as the national standard for specialist certification has made a significant difference to the importance of this examination and the responsibility of the College to conduct high quality examinations
Internationally trained dental specialists may now be able to be credentialled for the National Dental Specialists Examination (NDSE). This can be achieved through taking the Dental Specialist Core Knowledge Examination (DSCKE) of which Dr Michael Hamilton is the Chief Examiner. This examination is then followed by a period at a Canadian University, called the Dental Specialty Assessment and Training Program or DSATP. Successful completion of this would allow a dental specialist to apply for and write the NDSE and proceed to Fellowship. The Canadian Dental Regulatory Authorities Federation (CDRAF) continues to work with other stakeholders to ensure interprovincial portability of credentials and labour mobility through nationally agreed standards, processes and programs for internationally trained dental specialists.
Starting in 2010, there will be only one examination annually for all specialties. This has worked well for others.
A successful retreat was held in October to determine strategic directions for the College. The Action Plans from this Retreat are stimulating forward movement to the Vision and Mission.
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Appointments and Elections:At the annual meeting in September 2008 in Saskatoon, the following councilors were elected or reaffirmed
to their position as follows:
Executive of CouncilPresident Dr J Dick Emery Montreal 2010Past President Dr. James Leake Kingston 2010Vice President Dr Garnet Pakota Regina 2008Registrar Dr. Patricia Main Toronto 2009 renewableExaminer-in-Chief Dr. Reg Goodday Halifax 2009 (2nd) termCouncil Representative Dr. Lee McFadden Winnipeg 2010Secretary-Treasurer Dr Ernie Lam Toronto at council’s pleasure
Councilors (in addition to the Executive) Dental Public Health Dr Peter Cooney (Acting) 2010Dental Sciences Dr. Dorothy McComb 2009Endodontics Dr. Deborah Battrum 2011Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Dr. Leland McFaden 2009Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology Dr. Bruce Blasberg 2009Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Dr Grace Petrokowski 2011Orthodontics Dr. Hugh Lamont 2011Pediatric Dentistry Dr. Robert Barsky 2010Periodontics Dr. Murray Cuff 2010Prosthodontics Dr. Brian Kucey 2011
Chief Examiners are listed as follows:Examiner-in-Chief Dr. Reg Goodday 2009 (2nd)Associate Examiner-in-Chief Dr. Paul Jackson 2009 (1st)Dental Public Health Dr. Peter Cooney 2009 (2nd)Dental Sciences Endodontics Dr. Richard Hunter 2011 (1st)Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology Dr. Thomas Daley 2009 (2nd)Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Dr. Ernie Lam 2009 (1st)Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Dr. Ben Davis 2011 (1st)Orthodontics Dr. Ron Sperber 2011 (2nd)Pediatric Dentistry Dr. Lorne Koroluk 2010 (2nd)Periodontics Dr. Charles Alleyn 2009 (1st)Prosthodontics Dr. Kieth Manning (Acting) 2010(1st)
Annual MeetingThe Convocation of new Fellows and the annual meeting of the Council will take place in Ottawa, this
September, convocation will be held on the twelfth; Chief Examiners’ Meeting on the eleventh; and the Council Meeting on the thirteenth, 2009.
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2008 Examinations:The following numbers reflect the candidates during the 2009 examination sessions.
Successful candidates who are eligible and who choose to become Fellows will be presented with their Fellowships in Ottawa in September 2009.
Again, there were large numbers of dentists that applied to take the examination in the fall, 2008 and spring 2009 sessions. There were about 70 candidates taking the Oral Component of the Spring Examinations in Toronto on June 13-14th, 2009. The demand is such that the examinations for some specialties may be held on two days instead of just one.
Specialty Information:The Association and the College owe a special thanks to all the examiners for their continuing contribution
to the work of examining candidates. The Chief Examiner for Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Lorne Koroluk continues working with his examination team to standardize our oral examination and to train new examiners as required by the RCDC. The goal is to make it as valid and reliable as it can possibly be. The examination format was reviewed at our Workshop in Montreal in February utilizing a pre-determined blue print.
Dr. Jeff Richmond continues as the specialty representative to the College IT Committee, with the immediate
task of improving security, cataloguing examinations and question banks, and developing a server based website for all examiners to use for all examination-related communication.
Respectfully submitted,
Dr. Robert BarskyPediatric Councilor, Royal College of Dentists of Canada2009
SPECIALTY SPRING fALLPediatric Dentistry 6 7
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Attachment #7
Parliamentarian ReportCAPD/ACDP September 2009
Victoria, BC
The role of Parliamentarian is at the pleasure of the Executive Council. The term of the appointment is at the discretion of the Executive Council and is viewed as an honorary position, sitting as an ex-officio member of the Executive Committee.
The Parliamentarian shall attend meetings of the Executive Committee and the General Assembly, advise the President in the position as Chair during the course of the meetings and as requested by the Elective Officers or chairs of committees.
Unfortunately the current Parliamentarian is also the Pediatric Councillor to the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. The Annual General meeting of the RCDC takes place on the first weekend after the Labour Day weekend, which this year coincides exactly to the CAPD Annual General Meeting. The RCDC meeting is in St. John’s, Newfoundland next year.
My advice to the President during the course of the last fiscal year was not of great discourse. A protocol to determine the accepted expenses of the Executive since the adoption of the new Constitution needs to be implemented. I would suggest the Executive Council strike a Committee to deal with travel expenses primarily to the CAPD meetings and any if at all to the AAPD meetings; to provide a basis of fiscal responsibility to the proceedings of the parliamentary requirements. It is the current Parliamentarian’s opinion the Parliamentarian position should not be a funded position, since it is a volunteer/honorary position.
There were no other procedural matters which arose from the Executive meetings (teleconferences) during the course of the year. A definition of Rules and Regulations is on the agenda to be discussed by the Executive. My apologies for not attending the Executive meeting but I will be a phone call away with my Robert’s Rules of Order firmly in my grasp, fortunately my eldest daughter is attending Law School in Vancouver so she will be able to interpret the book for me. (It’s one issue to read it, another to understand its contents).
Sincerely,
Robert Barsky CAPD/ACDP Parliamentarian.RCDC Pediatric Councilor
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Attachment #8
CCSA Report
CAPD / ACDP Annual MeetingVictoria, BC September 2009
As you are aware the nature of the CDA is changing, and its mission has now been identified as follows :
“The primary purpose of the CDA is to provide support and services to provincial dental associations. The CDA’s priorities are the maintenance of a strong profession, a united dental community, and a healthy public. The CDA’s two core functions are advocacy and knowledge. “
CCSA has been involved in the following areas over the last year :
Development of a set of guidelines and resource material for Seniors - Entitled • Optimal Health for frail Older Adults: Best Practices Along the Continuum of Care
Development of an intensive program to prepare dentists for the possibility of a H1N1 pandemic. This •has recently been sent out to stakeholders and is currently being revised prior to being sent to the board .
Task force on ECC has met and is in the process of finalizing a report to be sent to CCSA prior to its next •meeting in November 2009. It has attempted to create a report that best fits into the current mission of the CDA as per above. The task force members are well represented by pediatric dentistry and made up of Dr. Clive Friedman - chair
Dr. Sarah Hulland Dr. Rosamund Harrison Dr. Robert Schroth Dr. Euan Swan Guest – Dr. Maryam Amin
I believe a new Fluoride document has now been agreed upon by the committee Chaired by Dr. Sarah •Hulland, however this has not as yet been sent to CCSA.
Respectfully submitted,
Clive Friedman
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Attachment #9
CAPD/ACDP Graduate Students’ Report
I met with the students late in June. We talked at length about the Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry / Académie Canadienne de Dentisterie Pédiatrique (CAPD/ACDP) and the advantages of belonging to our national specialist organization.
I discussed the meeting in Victoria and encouraged our 2nd year students to submit abstracts for the meeting. They have received printed information about the submission guidelines, and I am confident that all three students will submit abstracts. I informed them that those students selected to present at the meeting would have their airfare and accommodation expenses reimbursed. Other first year students were informed of the option to present a literature review at the conference and were given guidelines on submissions. Students were reminded that registration for the meeting is no charge for students, but that they must register in advance. I emphasized to the students that they are important to the membership of CAPD/ACDP and that they are the future of the profession.
We discussed Membership in CAPD/ACDP and dues involved. The students did not know that their dues were $0 for the first year after graduation and on a sliding scale for the next two years afterwards. I also informed the students of the savings to be obtained by joining AAPD through CAPD/ACDP and the big $ savings therefore. We also discussed the Keith Titley scholarship. Students were informed that this is available, however, I was unaware how to tell them to apply. A cursory look through the web site and I couldn’t find an application.
This was another successful meeting with the students. They continue to be inexpensive to take out, my expenses for dinner for 10 with gratuity included was $341.00. Receipts have been forwarded to Michal Goralski for reimbursement.
Students present: Matt Grinstein, Karen Stallaert, Vandna Sharma, Sonia Chung, Jill Oxner, Michael Park, Evan Zaretsky, Ngok Luong, Zarah Kurji. Recommendation: Please clarify the Keith Titley scholarship process. Respectfully submitted,
John Wiles
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Attachment #10
CAPD/ACDP Reception At AAPD Meeting In Hawaii
The 8th CAPD members’ reception was held during the AAPD meeting on May 23rd in Honolulu. There were about 70 members that stopped by for this event, so our numbers continue to grow which is reassuring and means that people know to look out for the CAPD/ACDP reception location and attend. This year due to the tough economic times it had been decided to have a cash bar instead of the usual 2 free drinks, and although some folks were surprised (as was I) by the steep prices for drinks everyone seemed happy to pay up before drinking up!
President, Louis René Charette was present to welcome members. Once more it was wonderful to see the number of graduate students who attended. This year we were fortunate to have the students from both of the graduate programs in Canada, as well as a number of Canadians who are graduate students in programs in the U.S. As in previous years I hope that a number of the friendly discussions taking place between the new fresh faces, and the more mature members of our Academy, lead to a few new associateships/partnerships over the coming years.
Dr. Keith Morley (AAPD Past-President) as well as President Dr. Beverley Largent and others on the AAPD Executive stopped by for a quick visit.
Next year’s AAPD meeting is scheduled for Chicago. I look forward to seeing all of you at the next CAPD reception. As usual this event will most likely be held on the Saturday evening during the 2010 AAPD meeting. Remember to check the meeting program for location and time. Thanks to all who attended this event in Honolulu, it wouldn’t be the same without you!
Respectfully submitted by Felicity Hardwick.
P.S. I would appreciate handing over the organization of this event to another CAPD member, so if you are at all interested in taking this on, please contact me at: [email protected]
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Attachment #11
Report from the Canadian Paediatric Society Section on Oral Health
September 10, 2009
It was a relatively behind the scenes working year for the section. Having said that we are still a small group learning CPS function and structure, and we have made some in roads into CPS. Our main efforts have been related a lot of
ACTIVITIES:
Concurrent Sessions:
In Victoria, at the CPS AGM of June 2008, Ros Harrison and Ross Anderson presented on aspects of Early Childhood Caries. This was the sections first concurrent seminar, a session which lasts approximately 1.5 hours and is supposed to be a topic of interest not only to section members but to other sections. This session was unfortunately not well attended; however, we were in competition with the weather and with a number of other concurrent sessions. One of our members’ at large and founding member, Denis Leduc advised us not to despair. It was our first year.
Not to be daunted, Dr. Jeanne-Nicole Faille, a member of the Oral Health Section since inception and dual trained in Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics agreed to be the presenter for the concurrent session to be held at the CPS AGM in Ottawa in June of 2009. We had some difficulties with the Head of the Education committee in getting him to understand that the topic regarding facial growth and orthodontic interventions in normal and syndromic facies was relevant. The Head of the Committee wanted us to have a plastic surgeon speak with Dr. Faille and noted that normally in concurrent sessions there were two speakers. With Denis Leduc’s encouragement, we remained steadfast and the Education committee accepted our proposal.
The presentation, titled Changing Faces and Influencing Facial Growth by Dr. Faille was incredible! It attracted many Paediatricians (about 35 in attendance) many from Developmental paediatrics. There were many good questions at the end of the session and some spilled back to interests in basic oral health care and ECC. As a result of this excellent presentation by Dr. Faille, I believe the word will spread about the oral health section and we will see increasing attendance at our concurrent sessions, and may even end up doing a whole day topic session.
At our AGM we proposed several topics for future sessions, some of which we hope to do with other sections (developmental, community paediatrics, aboriginal health, trauma prevention). For this upcoming year Dr. Catherine Flaitz, a dual trained Paediatric Dentist and Oral pathologist has agreed to speak on Oral soft tissues for next years meeting in Vancouver. Dr. Flaitz spoke to CAPD/ACDP in PEI and was well received. She has done many presentations to Paediatricians.
Membership and finance
We have increased our membership slightly from the original roster of 15 to 26. We are about 1/3 physicians and others and 2/3 Paediatric dentists and others. The section fees are low at $25, however, CPS covers speaker costs so we are showing a positive balance of $429!!
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We have only one communiqué through CPS news last year on the section and now that the infrastructure for the section is in place and we are understanding the internal workings of CPS better I am hopeful that Dr. Wright as the new section President will use the CPS machinery to do a better job in communicating with the membership and promoting our activities.
I would encourage members of the CAPD/ACDP who are already members of CPS to join the section. For those Paediatric Dentists who are not members I would encourage them to join CPS. Information on membership can be obtained through the CPS website at: http://www.cps.ca. CPS dues are $165 per year and section dues are currently $25 per year. Membership benefits include:
Subscriptions to: • Paediatrics & Child Health, the CPS News and the CPS e-News
Discounts on • conferences, publications, and PREP The Curriculum.
An opportunity to • join sections and apply for committee membership.
Access to the online Member Centre and searchable membership directory. •
A copy of the CPS Membership Directory for your office. •
A CPS membership pin, to let others know you belong. •
Group rates on home and auto insurance with • The Personal.
The real benefit however, will be your contribution to our advocacy role in children’s health and oral health.
CPS itself has not been interested in any further reduction in rates, however, an exploration of CAPD/ACDP collecting CPS dues through its annual membership can be explored over the next year with the CPS hierarchy.
Provisional Status:
The CPS board may remove the provisional status of the section if it sees that the section has relevance to CPS this year at its fall board meeting. It could also remove the section. In the Sections meeting, the importance of the Oral Health section was stressed and their was incredible acknowledgement and support from other section Presidents on the extent of oral health issues for Canadian children and the need for this section. We will await the decision of the Board but I am confident with the proposal for an online primary health oral health linkage going forward that the Board will be supportive of the sections integrity as a viable entity within CPS.
By-laws
The by-laws were written as per the standard section by-laws of CPS. These were approved at the recent AGM in Ottawa and will be forwarded prior to October 15 for the CPS to approve.
Election of Officers
Dr. Victor Legault one of the founding members of the CPS Oral Health Section elected not to put his name forward as President. The slate of officers proposed and approved at the AGM is as follows:
Dr. Kelly Wright – PresidentDr. Jeanne-Nicolle Faille – Vice PresidentDr. Heather Dyment – Secretary/TreasurerDr. Denis Leduc – Member at LargeDr. Joseph Telch - Member at LargeDr. Ross Anderson – Past President
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future Activities
Web Site: Dr. Duy-Dat Vu has agreed to be our webmaster, which is based on a standard site through CPS. He will work with Dr. Wright to bring this to fruition over the next year.
Article in Paediatrics and Child Health: Dr. Anderson is finishing up an article on Code Purple: Early Childhood Caries which is based on the Canadian Paediatric Surgical Wait Times data that is showing that has shown that ECC is the highest unmet surgical need of all kinds of Paediatric surgeries nation wide. The number of children with pus draining from their jaws who have yet to be treated is astounding and over 70% of children waiting for paediatric dental surgery are out of window. The article will be an advocacy article noting that the data is just the tip of the iceberg as it captures only participating hospitals (Quebec and NB do not participate), a lack of CHMS data, a huge variance in access to care for the children of Canada in terms of dental programs for children and SHCN’s children, the aging and limited number of Paediatric dentists in Canada, a lack of Canadian training programs and a complete lack of funding for stipends for such programs as compared to the initiatives of the Surgeon General in the US.
National Primary Care Oral Health linkage initiative:
At our section AGM this proposal was put forth. Dr. Anderson has since had initial discussions with CPS on a national primary care oral health linkage. This is a huge project and in essence is an enhanced version of the AAP project on Paediatric Oral Health and as we will have learned this weekend from Dr. Quinonez, involvement of physicians in Paediatric Oral Health shows reductions in prevalence of ECC. It recognizes differences in the Canadian Health Care system and that of the US, where Pediatricians and Pediatric Dentists are primary care providers and there are many more nation wide. This project will take in to consideration the bulk of primary care is provided by community based family and general practice physicians, nurse practitioners, public health and community based general practice dentists. It will also embrace the concept of teams of champions who are interested in identifying children at risk and getting them into dental practices by age one so that we can be start to see reductions in ECC. We are very aware that despite the CDA statement on a dental home by age one that this is not embraced by the majority of dentists, and physicians express continuous frustration with telling parents to find a dentist and their inability to do so. It also recognizes that in the design of primary health care dentistry has altogether missed the boat of inclusion in primary health care teams in Canada.
Thus there will be a two stage approach which will first provide free CE to physicians, nurse practitioners, and other primary care providers and primary care and then to general dentists (the bait) by teams of trained secondary care providers. At these presentations interested individuals (the primary care champions) will be requested to go to the CPS website where they will take a free CE web based course and test. Once the test is passed the personal data they provided will allow for issuance of a CE certificate, but most importantly will link primary care physicians (and others) and dentists by community so that when a child at risk is identified by a physician a referral can be made to the primary care dentist in the community who has embraced the concept of a dental home for those at risk by age one.
We will build in a research component to the project which is a different approach to than the AAP project.
Sponsor money is available for this project. The project will involve several steps:
Phase 1.
Development of a canned presentation for physicians (nurse practitioners, public health etc) on ECC, 1. epidemiology, sequelae and the concept of prevention. (including fluoride varnish application and referral of children at risk to a primary care dentist, motivational counselling on diet related to good oral health and good physical health (complete). This presentation will include the invitation to take a web based learning session of ECC (see below)
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Development of a canned presentation for general dentists, hygienists, public health on ECC, prevention, 2. including fluoride varnish application, motivational counselling of diet related to good oral health and good physical health and when necessary referral of children at risk to secondary care support. (complete) This presentation will include the invitation to take a web based learning session of ECC (see below)Development of trained secondary care champion teams per province (pairs of Paediatric dentists and 3. Paediatricians) that will present to local dental societies and local medical societies and other groups the specific canned presentation to increase awareness and participation in this oral health primary care initiative. Teams will be trained in a central point and will have plans laid out for them in how to approach the initial stages of training to primary care providers (medical and dental).
Phase II.
For those medical primary care providers who accept the invitation from the initial presentations, a web 4. based CE training tool on ECC epidemiology, caries pathophysiology, sequelae and the concept of prevention. (including fluoride varnish application and referral of children at risk to a primary care dentist, motivational counselling on diet related to good oral health and good physical health will be developed (partially complete). A self assessment test will be developed.
For those dental primary care providers who accept the invitation from the initial presentations, they will 5. be able to go to a web based CE training tool on the CPS website on ECC epidemiology, caries patho-physiology, sequelae and the concept of prevention. (including fluoride varnish application and referral of children at risk to a primary care dentist, motivational counselling on diet related to good oral health and good physical health will be developed (partially complete). A self assessment test will be developed. (partially completed)
Through the web those that take the test will have signed up by community and they will be provided with 6. the names of either the medical practitioner or dental practitioner within their local community to establish the primary care oral health team. The web will allow for updates of others in the community. These linkages because of the CE concept will allow for FOIPOP and legal licensing considerations.See slide:
Childrens’ Oral HealthRisk Assessment Training
Participating Dentists
Chidren “at risk” identifiedReferral to a dentist
Dental Home withregular dental care
Specialist Referralas needed
Participating Physicians(Primary Health Care
Providers [NursePractitioners, Public
Health etc.])
Linked by Community
Description of Project
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The tool will measure the number of primary care oral health care teams across the country. We will look 7. at other research parameters on success (?changes in CPSWT data) or CHMS data if available as measurements of success of this initiative.
Respectfully submitted
Ross D. Anderson D.D.S., D.Paed., M.Sc., FRCD(C), FPFA(H),FICD(H)Past-President, CPS Section on Paediatric Oral Health
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Positions and Practices
emPloyment oPPortunities
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PEDIATRIC DENTAL ASSOCIATE POSITION CALGARY, ALBERTA CANADA
Exceptional opportunity available immediately for a highly motivated and skilled pediatric dentist to join our practice in Calgary, Alberta CANADA. Initially this position will be as an associate, with an opportunity to transition to an equity position and ownership over an agreed period of time.
Calgary is a vibrant city that offers the best of all worlds - a cosmopolitan city of one million with outstanding outdoor adventure and pristine wilderness only an hour away in the Canadian Rockies.
You’ll find a wealth of cultural attractions, diverse restaurants and award-winning cuisine, parks and pathways, specialty shops and trendy nightspots in Calgary. Our wide, blue sky and moderate climate beckons year-round outdoor enthusiasts to golf or hike, fish or mountain bike, ski or dog sled. Our parks offer some of the finest natural areas in North America. Shopping is a paradise - we are the only province in Canada with no provincial sales tax. Our dynamic arts scene will indulge your passion for culture. Our western heritage and legendary hospitality will make you feel welcome.
Please contact:Dr. Leonard B. SmithD.D.S., M.Sc., f.A.A.P., f.R.C.D.(C), f.I.C.D.Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
A pediatric dentist is required for a very busy and long-established, full treatment scope private pediatric practice.
The patients in this successful practice have been treated in the most caring, preventive-oriented, and idealistic manner for over 30 years.
A desire for hospital affiliation is a necessity. An inclination to teach and do clinical research, although not a must, would be an asset.
This is as an associate position leading to a role reversal through practice purchase.
For further information please contact (403) 248-5015 or [email protected]
VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA
ASSOCIATESHIP/PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Pediatric dental practice in beautiful Victoria B.C. seeking motivated energetic pediatric dentist for associate/partnership and/or buyout.
Emphasis on full mouth rehabilitation utilizing GA at 3 hospitals, private surgical centre, in-office moderate/deep sedation with training available and participation in Cleft Lip/Palate team.
Pediatric practice for sale in Canada’s most beautiful province. For sale as of June 2011.
As PEI’s only pediatric dentist, you will be dealing with the majority of challenges that arise in our specialty. Established in 1988, and 90% referral based, the practice is located in the rolling hills of Hunter River, midway between Charlottetown and Summerside, in a 4400 sq. ft., 2 level, stand alone building shared with a general dentist. Patients are being scheduled four months in advance. OR block time in three hospitals. Exceptional long-term staff. You are a 20-minute drive from air travel.
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled pediatric dentist to join our practice in the B.C. Interior. Our highly successful practice, now 10.5 years old and located in one of the most beautiful and rapidly growing “small” cities in North America, has been built on providing the highest quality in pediatric dental care, making a positive impact on our patients, their families and community.
Our practice is the only pediatric dental practice between the Greater Vancouver area and Calgary. We are primarily a referral-based practice and draw from a vast geographic region from over 300 dental and medical offices and public health clinics. We enjoy 5 days per month of GA time in both primary-care and tertiary-care hospitals via a program developed exclusively with the Interior Health Authority for our office. We have a fully equipped sedation suite in-office in which we provide 8 in-office IV sedation days per month. Our focus is the child with special needs be they behavioural, medical or developmental. We provide full-mouth rehabilitation to our patients who require extensive dental treatment. Training in advanced techniques is available to enable you to treat the full range of pediatric patients whom we serve.
Our outstanding staff includes certified dental assistants, office administrators and registered nurses with acute care training. The relationship can begin either as an associateship or partnership but we are looking for an individual who will make a long-term commitment to our practice. The successful candidate will begin work in a fully functional practice with an excellent reputation for outstanding patient service in the Interior of British Columbia.
Kelowna is a vibrant, friendly community of 160,000 nestled on the shores of Okanagan Lake in the beautiful Okanagan Valley. This area offers unparalleled recreational opportunities in all seasons including water sports, downhill and cross-country skiing, fishing and scenic hiking and mountain biking in the surrounding mountains and parks. There are numerous golf courses within a short drive of home or office. Big White Ski Resort, B.C.’s second largest ski resort after Whistler-Blackcomb, is a 45 minute drive from Kelowna and receives 8 meters of Okanagan champagne powder snow each winter. Silver Star and Apex Ski Resorts are a 75 minute drive from Kelowna. The Okanagan is Canada’s premier wine producing region with more than 70 wineries producing international award winning vintages. Kelowna has an international airport served by Canadian and American airlines. The University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO) is well-established and offers a wide range of accredited post-secondary courses and programs. For more information about Kelowna and the Okanagan visit www.tourismkelowna.com
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CANADIAN PEDIATRIC SOCIETY AND
CAPD/ACDP
The “Complete” Team for Pediatric Care
In a collaborative effort between CAPD/ACDP and CPS to reach out and share information and protocols between our two organizations, a 2006 CAPD/ACDP AGM initiative has developed an Oral Health Section on the CPS website. All the documentation on CAPD/ACDP’s involvement in the administrative aspects of the site, infrastructure of a managing body, and method of information sharing for this pediatric Oral Health Section is now a reality.
What a wonderful opportunity for CAPD/ACDP and CPS members to be involved in the “complete child” - sharing oral health knowledge with our medical colleagues and vice versa. The process of setting up the CPS Oral Health Section has been completed. The CAPD/ACDP website has a separate tab for easy access to the CPS site.
All CAPD/ACDP members are encouraged to join the Canadian Pediatric Society (CPS) as Associate Members.
The registration fee of $165 gives complete access to the CPS site, its Journal and the most up-to-date pediatric medical information.
For information and registration:
www.cps.ca
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2010
March 3-6, 2010American/Canadian Associations for Dental Research (AADR/CADR)Miami, FL. Information: Web: www.iadr.com
May 27-31, 2010American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) 63rd Annual SessionHilton Towers, Chicago, IL. Information: Tel: (312) 337-2169. Web: www.aapd.org
July 14-17, 2010International Association for Dental Research (IADR)Barcelona, Spain. Information: Web: www.iadr.com
2011
March 16-19, 2011International/American/Canadian Associations for Dental Research (IADR/AADR/CADR)San Diego, CA. Information: Web: www.iadr.com
MEETINGS, SEMINARS AND CONfERENCES
EAPD INVITES ALL CAPD/ACDP MEMBERS .....
All members of the CAPD/ACDP have membership reciprocity with the European Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Martin Curzon, the Editor-in-Chief of the European Archives of Pediatric Dentistry has cordially invited CAPD/ACDP members to attend any of their meetings.
EAPD Congresses are held every other year in even years so as not to clash with the IAPD that meets in odd years. The interim seminars are held in alternate years and focus specifically on one aspect of pediatric dentistry only.
European Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Meeting dates:
2010 10th Congress. June, 2 - 6, Harrogate, England. ‘The Art and Science of Pediatric Dentistry’. Info: www.eapd.gr
2011 Seminar - March, dates to be confirmed. Istanbul, Turkey. Theme to be decided.2012 11th Congress. Tentatively, May 24-27. Strasbourg, France.
www.eapd.gr
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