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1 National Headquarters: 3085 Stevenson Drive, Suite 200 Springfield, IL Phone: Issue Number Winter 2012 News & Reports As the leading voice for Hispanic oral health we provide SERVICE, EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, and LEADERSHIP for the elimination of oral health disparities in the Hispanic community. The HDA joins forces with the National Dental Association and the Society of American Indian Dentists for Joint Annual Meeting July 20-24, 2012 in Boca Raton, Florida Three of the nation s premier dental organizations for ethnic minorities will join forces and cultures to host a historic joint annual convention July 20-24, 2012 in Boca Raton, Florida. The organizations are the National Dental Association (NDA), Hispanic Dental Association (HDA), and Society of American Indian Dentists (SAID). Collectively, they represent the needs and concerns of African American, Hispanic, and American Indian oral health professionals and the communities they serve. The theme of the conference, billed as the Multi-Cultural Oral Health Summit is: Collectively Meeting the Needs of a Diverse Population to Improve Oral Health. I am delighted to be a part of this historic undertaking. Our organizations share a common bond- communities that have been traditionally underserved and providers that have been woefully underrepresented in the health professions. I look forward to this collaboration and to future collective efforts to eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities in America, stated Dr. Sheila R. Brown, President of the DC based National Dental Association. The Society of American Indian Dentists is excited to continue the collaborating efforts of organizations representing underserved populations. American Indians See Joint Convention page 7 Train the Trainer with Ed Jones Seated - Zuzana Mendez, DMD; Luz Aguirre, DMD; Mildred McClain, PhD; Lilia Larin, DDS. Standing - presenter Ed Jones, PhD; Ricardo Lugo; Magda de la Torre; Margo Melchor, MEd, RDH; Lois Rigmont Barber; Carlos Sanchez, MPH, RDH (not pictured Sarita Arteaga, DMD, MAGD) A two day train the trainer participation exercise was presented in Chicago for a cadre of leaders and speakers from the Hispanic Dental Association. Nine HDA members were selected to take part in the training with several interactive techniques. Ed Jones, from the Ed Jones Management Consultants Training Inc., presented such techniques as 14 tips for better platform skills, discussion of advantages and disadvantages of different seating arrangements, writing objectives and action plans for presentations. Short presentations throughout the day and a homework assignment for the second day were required from each attendee as they were involved with the training. Skills from this training will serve the H.D.A. as speaker will be need for various events and the Cultural Awareness Curriculum is promoted for nationwide delivery. Many thanks are extended to Oral Health America, for the use of their facilities, and to Lois Rigmont Barber and Dr. Ivan Lugo from Procter & Gamble for their support of this program. As well as funding from DentaQuest.

2 Message from the President 2012 Board of Trustees President Lilia Larin, DDS National City, California President-Elect Maritza Morell, DDS, MS, MPH Boston, Massachusetts Vice President Tyrone Rodriguez, DDS Yakima, Washington Treasurer Irubiel Barbosa, DDS Los Angeles, California Immediate Past President Margo Y. Melchor, RDH, MEd Houston, Texas Trustees Vidal Balderas, DDS, MPH San Antonio, Texas Amaralis Jacobo, DDS New York, NY Mildred McClain,, PHN, PhD Las Vegas, NV Lauro Medrano-Saldana, DDS Brooklyn, New York Frank Ramos, DDS San Antonio, TX Esperanza Rodriguez, DDS Bronx, New York Adriana Segura, DDS, MS San Antonio, Texas Myriam Zambrano, RDH, BSDH Houston, Texas Student Trustee Melissa Uriegas Edinburg, TX Executive Director C. Yolanda Bonta, DMD, MS, MS Somerset, New Jersey Saludos HDA Family! The start of every year is full of new beginnings and excitement and the start of this year is no exception. The Hispanic Dental Association had many achievements to celebrate in 2011, and much to prepare for in I m thrilled to welcome in the New Year with you and bring you exciting news regarding what HDA has in store for you! HDA members celebrated the official Latin American Dia del Dentista or Day of the Dentist on the week of February 9th. Professional and student chapters held educational, social and community service activities in recognition of this special day and in honor of our noble profession. The HDA Train the Trainer Speaker Training program took place February in Chicago, Illinois. Ten HDA members from around the country were trained to speak on Cultural Awareness and the Diversity of the Hispanic population. HDA s Strategic Planning meeting is scheduled for March in Portland Oregon. New action items and goals are what continue to keep HDA relevant and up to speed with the ever changing needs of our association, membership and the community. Excitement is rapidly building as we finalize the details for our most significant event this year our first ever Multi-Cultural Oral Health Summit hosted by the Hispanic Dental Association, National Dental Association and the Society of American Indian Dentists. This historic event will replace our annual meeting and take s place at the beautiful Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca raton Florida July 20-24, Our theme is Collectively Meeting the Needs of the Diverse Population to improve Oral Health. We hope you join us as we come together to share experiences and ideas and build consensus about a strategy for improving our collective mission of Improving the status of Oral Health for all. Registration is now open on our website can also find more information in this newsletter. My most sincere welcome to the new board members Amarilis Jacobo DDS, Frank Ramos DDS, Mildred McClain PHN PHD and student trustee Melissa Uriegas. These individuals will carry HDA to the next level in the year s to come. Congratulations to our new Treasurer Irubiel Barbosa DDS from Los angeles, CA and Nicholas Panomitros DDS, HDA s new editor from Chicago, Ill. Our most sincere thank you also goes out to to Immediate Past- President Margo Melchor RDH MEd for her dedication and hard work in As we continue to face great challenges, with courage and determination our leadership, supporters, staff, family and friends rise up and meet them. It is with that in mind that I d like to take this opportunity to to acknowledge and thank them for pouring their hear and soul into HDA. Your understanding, patience and support is the foundation for those efforts! On behalf of the HDA Board of Directors and Officers, I wish you and yours a very happy, healthy and successful year in 2012 Mil Gracias, Lilia Larin, DDS 2012 HDA President Lilia Larin, DDS President, HDA Announcing Members of the 2012 Communication Committee Yakir Arteaga Chair Lilia Larin Board Liaison Beatrice Gandara Cesar Gonzalez Carlos Nurko Nick Panomitros- Editor Margo Melchor- Co-Editor 2 HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

3 Message from the Executive Director Dear HDA Colleagues Currently underway are key initiatives, including, our Membership analysis, new HDA policy statements on fluoride, continued progress with the Cultural Competence Program. Regarding the latter, ten HDA members from across our chapters participated in a Speaker Training just this past weekend. They will form our first expert bureau on Cultural Competence and were given the speaker tools to prepare them to represent the HDA and educate the Professional community and others. C. Yolanda Bonta, DMD, MS, MS Executive Director, HDA This is a core program from the HDA that has been developing under the guardianship of Dr Sarita Arteaga, HDA Past President. If you see an opportunity for this program in your school, dental community etc, and wish to have a speaker come to an event, please contact the HDA office. Dr. C. Yolanda Bonta VERY IMPORTANT YOU MARK YOUR CALENDARS HDA 2012 Annual Meeting July 20-24, 2012 Boca Raton Florida Online Registration is now open at! National Headquarters: 3085 Stevenson Drive, Suite 200 Springfield, IL Phone: Fax: hispanicdental@hdassoc.org C. Yolanda Bonta, HDA Executive Director Tamiko Kinkade, Newsletter Editor Bonnie Chandler, Acting Associate Director HDA News & Reports is published four times annually by the Hispanic Dental Association, and distributed to members and other dental professionals interested in the oral health of the Hispanic population Hispanic Dental Association Chicago Oral Health Summit The Hispanic Dental Association s Past President, Dr. Sarita Arteaga gave opening dignitary remarks at the inaugural Chicago Oral Health Summit on January 27 held at the American Dental Association headquarters in Chicago. For the first time, more than 70 professionals convened at the Oral Health Summit to develop and launch a critical initiative to improve oral health in Chicagoland. Led by the Chicago Community Oral Health Forum (CCOHF), the group addressed new efforts to improve access to dental services, oral health promotion and disease prevention to Chicago s underserved community. Dr. Nicolas Panomitros of the HDA Governance Committee and Editor in Chief was present to speak on behalf of the Hispanic population in Chicago. CCOHF Director Anne Clancy, also an HDA member and Kennedy-King College Dental Hygiene Program faculty advisor was instrumental in in the Execution of the summit, as well as her colleagues Dr. Mona Van Kanegan, Dr. Alejandra Valencia, and Kimberly Bartolomucci. The Oral Health Summit will impact oral health systems in the Chicago area by gathering Dr. Sarita Arteaga gives greetings on behalf of the HDA. fragmented efforts into a focused strategy prioritizing areas of system capacity, service delivery, health promotion, and public health infrastructure. Attendees will developed and committed to working on action strategies that improve oral health. Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Chicago Health Commissioner Dr. Bechara Choucair were some of the elected officials present to offer their commitment to oral health through the efforts of the summit. HDA Annual Meeting Register online at HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

4 Recap on Dia del Dentista (Day of the Dentist) Saint Apollonia MHDA celebrated Dia del Dentista with a Lunch and Learn with Premier Dental Products Company *2Pro Total Access* Top Hygiene Product and Enamel Pro Varnish at Upham s Corner Health Center. The Hispanic Dental Association is continually working to develop programs that build camaraderie and collegiality for its membership and introduce programs that create awareness and promote oral health for the Hispanic community. Continuing what began in 2011, we proposed that all members actively promote and celebrate in some way el Dia del Dentista a day that has traditionally been celebrated for many years in Latin American countries as the official Day of the Dentist. In the Catholic religion, the Feast Day of the Patron Saint Saint Apollonia was February 9 th. Apollonia was a young, virtuous woman of Christian faith during the reign of Emperor Philip. However, under Philip s reign, Christians were persecuted. At the hands of persecutors, Apollonia was tortured including having all of her teeth violently pulled out or shattered. She was threatened with fire if she did not renounce her Faith. Apollonia chose to jump into the flames and died a martyr in the year of 249. Saint Apollonia is considered the Patron Saint of dentistry and for those suffering with toothaches. (Source: Catholic Online and Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org/wiki/saint_apollonia). Many HDA Professional Chapter members gathered together during to celebrate Dia del Dentista. Many held community events offering dental services and patient education, hosted educational sessions, gathered for networking opportunities and more. Tell us about how you and/or your chapter celebrated Dia del Dentista. So your stories can be included in the HDA newsletter. We look forward to hearing from you. Celebration of Dia del Dentista on Thursday February 16th at BlackFinn Restaurant, Addison TX 4 HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

5 Message from the Legislative Consultant Keeping Hispanic Oral Health Visible amid Gridlocked Congress Andrew Kaffes Legislative Consultant A new year is underway and so is the second session of the 112nd Congress. In an election year where not much is expected to be accomplished legislatively amid Washington gridlock, we must do our part to ensure that oral health issues, and specifically Hispanic oral health, remain highly visible to legislators on Capitol Hill. The Hispanic Oral Health survey published in November in collaboration with Crest and Oral-B can be a helpful tool utilized to convey to members of Congress the current state of Hispanic oral health in the United States. Already, HDA has distributed the survey s findings to the Congressional Oral Health Caucus and to the leadership of both the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and Congressional Hispanic Conference. Our main objective this year will be to increase the involvement and participation of these congressional bodies on matters pertaining to Hispanic oral health. The critical data provided by the survey can be used to reinforce the importance of access to care and cultural competence to policymakers as oral health policy discussions develop. In addition, HDA will build upon the congressional outreach it began in 2011 to introduce Hispanic oral health issues to as many legislators as possible. During the latter part of 2011, the need to rebut the efforts of an anti-fluoridation movement became increasingly evident especially as the movement targeted ethnic or minority populations. As a result, since HDA s 2011 Annual Meeting in San Diego, the HDA Legislative Committee and Board of Trustees have been working to finalize an HDA Position Brief on community water fluoridation that provides a formal and official policy position endorsing community water fluoridation in all communities. Moreover, the policy position calls for Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin to follow in the footsteps of her predecessors and issue a statement in support for community water fluoridation. Once finalized, the HDA position brief can be distributed to Hispanic communities of the United States in the effort to combat the anti-fluoridation movement. Also from a policy perspective, HDA worked with dental organizations such as the American Dental Association and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry to offer comments on the U.S. Department Health and Human Services Essential Health Benefits Guidance (that includes a pediatric oral health benefit) pursuant to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). The comments were presented in a January 31, 2012 letter and sought to ensure a pediatric health benefit in the essential health benefits package reflects the current market as accurately as possible. Overall with ACA, we must work to preserve the oral health provisions that serve to meet our mission. Although Congress does not offer much hope for action as the nation approaches a pivotal November 2012 election, it is important to realize there is always work to be done when it comes to keeping Hispanic oral health at the forefront in Washington or working to improve or implement the policies that impact the dental profession. HDA Leadership Represents Association Mission at Key Dental Meetings Thank you for the opportunity of representing the HDA at the FDI meeting in Mexico City org/. I had the opportunity to lecture on Friday September 15th to over 300 Dental Students at the Universidad Anahuac Dental School, and Saturday at the FDI meeting with a full room (see attached) in both lectures I invited the audience to come to San Diego to our annual meeting. Dr. Robles the Dean at the University Anahuac is interested in participating and potentially sending some Dental Student, who knows we may get the first HDA Student Chapter in Mexico City. Carlos Nurko DDS, MS Diplomate American Board of Orthodontics Did you know that the HDA website has great information on Dental Careers, Education and Resources as well as information about community outreach opportunities. Check it out at: HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

6 Model of Care for Hispanic Obese Children and Adolescents Action Steps for HDA HEALTH MATTERS OF U.S. HISPANICS: ORAL HEALTH, A PATHWAY TO BETTER GENERAL HEALTH Behavioral PANEL LEADER Sara G. Grossi, DDS, MS Patient Family PANEL COORDINATOR Patient Community Magda A. de la Torre, RDH, MPH THE FULL LIST OF PANEL PARTICIPANTS IS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT NUTRITION MEDICAL/ DENTAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Increase education pipeline for Hispanic dentists and faculty by encouraging targeted scholarships, recruiting in underserved areas, promoting dentistry over medicine, Chronic Care Model Chronic diseases, whether oral or systemic, exhibit an important lifestyle/behavioral component, and affect the patient in the family/ society context. Behavioral modification and management of chronic conditions by necessity need to extend beyond the individual patient into the family as a whole and the community/social environment. The chronic care model should be emulated for control of oral disease and management of obesity. For Hispanics, the primary cultural underpinning is that preventive and treatment programs for chronic conditions are culturally sensitive and family-centered. The East Carolina University Model The East Carolina University Pediatric Healthy Weight Research and Treatment Center provides treatment and prevention of childhood obesity through implementing a holistic chronic care model. Children attending the ECU Healthy Weight Center exhibit a host of metabolic abnormalities, including hypertension, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, prediabetes, gingivitis, and periodontitis. Diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease in these high-risk children is part of the overall management of obesity and prevention of development of diabetes. Treatment of gingivitis and periodontitis and maintenance of periodontal health is integral to the medical treatment of obesity, restoring metabolic balance and reducing the risk for further co-morbidity. Education and reinforcement of oral general health related messages to the patient and family network is constantly provided at every dental/obesity clinic encounter. Treatment and prevention of periodontal disease by virtue of the need for substantial and consistent change in daily habits offers a framework for implementing additional lifestyle changes. Promoting education of children and parents in healthy lifestyles and disease prevention will go a long way in reducing the burden of disease in Hispanics and eliminate health disparities. The ECU model is easily implemented in children and adult patients alike and illustrates that oral health is indeed a pathway to general health. 6 HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter 2012 increasing post-baccalaureate programs, and supporting improvement in math and science performance. Increase cultural competency in dental school experience. Increase skill and comfort level of dental students with children. Design online courses to increase cultural awareness and sensitivity. Partner with other organizations, such as the American Diabetes Association. Promote Medicaid participation by dentists. Engage drink purveyors to inform consumers of risks of soft drinks, and support supplying water in drink machines in order to make healthy choices easier. Require dental students to study language and cultural sensitivity. Produce oral health messages for use at schools and churches. READ THE FULL DISCUSSION ONLINE AT Visit Click on News & Events Click on 2010 Symposium VISIT THIS ADDRESS TO READ THE FULL TEXT OF THIS PRESENTATION ONLINE

7 Joint Convention Continued from page 1 continue to live in communities where there is an up to 90% tooth decay rate. This meeting will be the first of its kind to bring together the very professionals that will help to make the greatest impact on the oral health crises. The SAID, HDA, and NDA represent a great wealth of oral health diversity and this meeting will be a testament to this empowerment of dental medicine for these underrepresented minorities, stated Dr. Ruth Bol, President, Society of American Indian Dentists. The Hispanic Dental Association (HDA) looks forward to this monumental event. As an inclusive organization, HDA is very proud of the collaborations we have formed with NDA and SAID. This Summit will enable the membership of the 3 unique ethnic dental organizations to unite and focus on the similar efforts of our missions: the elimination of oral health disparities, stated Margo Y. Melchor, RDH, MEd Immediate Past President of the Hispanic Dental Association. Attendees at the convention will include dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, dental school faculty and administrators, public sector leaders, other associations, technical exhibitors, and corporations who are stakeholders in oral health. The convention program will include continuing education seminars and ceremonial events that reflect the rich culture and tradition of each group. The Multi-Cultural Summit will allow all groups to discuss oral health issues that impact diverse communities throughout the United States. Watch your for information on registering for the Joint Annual Meeting. The hotel is accepting room reservations for the joint meeting. Please identify yourself with the Hispanic Dental Assocation to receive the group rate. The 2012 HDAAnnual Meeting July 20-24, 2012 Joint Meeting with National Dental Association and Society of American Indian Dentist s Boca Raton Resort & Club 501 East Camino Real - Boca Raton, FL Direct: When making reservations please ask for the HDA Room Block Rate/Room Type: Bungalow Room (Students Only) $ Cloister Traditional $ Cloister Deluxe $ Tower Room $ Bungalow Suite $ Beach Club/ Bungalow Suite/Yacht Club $ To see a description of the room types available, visit: It s your turn to say ah. But this ah is a sigh of relief one you ll have after learning how we can help you plan for your financial future. Need a financial check-up? Call us. See what you can do with MetLife. Contact us at metlife.com or 800-METLIFE ( ). To make reservation: Call First come first serve (with Convention Registration) Hotel Deadline: June 1, Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. New York, NY L [exp0313] 2012 PNTS HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

8 Business Practice Consumer Analysis - How Would Your Practice Stack Up? by Sally McKenzie CEO, McKenzie Management It s all about relationships. You ve likely heard that line many times. No matter what the profession, relationships are important. But in dentistry, they are critical. Relationships build or break the practice. The relationships you establish with your patients as you are addressing their oral health care needs and wants can last a lifetime. Once they are in the practice, these patients get to know you and your team. They appreciate what you have to offer. But what about the individuals who are considering your practice, but haven t made their first appointment yet and have no established relationship? They are looking at their dental options from a consumer s point of view. And like it or not, they are judging your practice against others and basing that judgment on criteria you may not feel is fair. As most of us in the business of providing a service know, consumers have very high expectations. If you had to step back and take a good hard look at your practice from the consumer s point of view, what would you discover? Conduct a Consumer Analysis of your practice and compare it to two other practices that you are competing with for patients. Develop a series of criteria and score your practice - or ask a friend or relative to score your practice - against the others. Use a scale of 1-5 with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest. Then step back and honestly consider how you stack up in the consumers minds, starting with convenience. How conveniently located is your practice compared to your competitors? Is parking a problem, is your practice difficult to find, are their stairs patients have to climb? Do you offer convenient appointment times to accommodate busy schedules? Can new patients get an appointment within two weeks, or is the business staff telling them they ll have to wait months? New patients will not wait two, four, six months for an appointment. If you don t make room for them in your schedule promptly, you don t want them in your practice. What kind of a first impression does your building make? Will prospective patients say to themselves That looks like a nice office, or will they say I wouldn t want my car parked in that lot. If a prospective patient calls your office, what impression will your practice make? Is the person answering the phone helpful, or does the caller feel like they are just another interruption? Does the front office ask the caller if they can be put on hold, or are they just clicked into silence? Are they prepared to answer key questions that prospective patients are likely to have? Does the person answering the phone have a welcoming or annoyed tone to their voice? Never forget that the employee answering the phone in your office represents the entire team. And in the first few seconds, the caller is making judgments about the quality of your care and the helpfulness of your staff. It may not be fair, but it s reality. If you have even a glimmer of doubt about the impression your practice makes with callers, ask a couple of friends to pose as prospective patients and give you feedback on their telephone experience. Flaunt your expertise. Brag about each other. You simply cannot overemphasize the expertise of the doctor and the team. Take every opportunity to convey the message of excellence and quality. If a patient asks a team member if the doctor is good at a particular procedure, answer with an emphatic Yes! S/he is the best. The new patient packet and the practice website should give information about the entire team s training and experience, particularly the doctor s. Routinely, inform patients about continuing education classes staff have participated in. This is as simple as placing an 8x10 frame at the reception counter that highlights the staff member s accomplishment. For example, Please join us in congratulating Dr. Jones for her recent certification from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Name your price. Make it easy for patients to accept treatment and pay for that treatment. Provide clear financing options that are both practice friendly and patient friendly. Partner with a patient financing company, such as CareCredit. These firms provide excellent financing options that benefit both doctor and patient. Pay attention to the seemingly insignificant details. They have a huge impact on whether the consumer/ potential patient makes an appointment with you, or with the dentist down the street. Want more of me? Visit my blog, The Lighter Side, for more Dental Practice Management info. or me at sallymck@ mckenziemgmt.com. 8 HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

9 Welcome to these new HDA Professional Members Erika Acosta AA, Pasadena TX Martha Alvarez DDS, Dallas TX Peruvian American DDS, Pico Rivera CA Patricia Arciniega DDS, El Segundo CA Nelson Artiga DDS, MPH, San Francisco CA Celia Aviles BS, RDH, San Antonio TX Caryn Ayarzagoitia DDS, Chicago IL Gabriela Baltierres DDS, Chicago IL Karen Barajas DDS, Chula Vista CA Adolfo Bueno DMD, North Bergen NJ Laura Caruajal RDH, Port Jefferson Station NY Nedith Casquete DDS, Pearland TX Jeanneth Castro DDS, Houston TX Monica Chamorro DDS, Houston TX Jit Chan DDS, Chicago IL Anne Clancy MEd, Chicago IL Yolanda Cubillos DDS, Plano TX Sohail Dar DDS, Terrell TX Myrian Defay DDS, Atwater CA David Dennison DDS, MS, PhD, Houston TX Farnaz Dini BC, Houston TX Luis Dominicis DDS, Downey CA Abner Escobedo DDS, Austin TX Erika Everson BASDH, RDH Oceanside CA James Fairbanks DMD, Roxbury MA John Fonseca DDS, San Diego CA Mireya Garcia DDS, Bronx NY Amanda Garza BS, Dallas TX Lezith Garza DDS, Houston TX Ronald Garza DDS, MS, Dallas TX Vishavjeet Girn BA, Boston MA M Caroline Gutierrez DMD, Austin TX Rocio Guzman DDS, LaMesa CA Michael Heffelfinger DDS, Terrell TX Anabella Henao-Aldrey DDS, Plano TX Edmond Hewlett DDS, Los Angeles CA Linda Hixon DDS, Belen NM Brittany Kopecky DDS, Houston TX Desiree Laracuente DMD, Forest Hills NY Carmen Li Wong DDS, Farmington CT Antonio Lopez BA, Seattle WA Edyslaida Maria DMD, Bronx NY Jorge Marin DDS, Dallas TX Esperanza Martinez Mier BDS, DDS, MSD, PhD, Indianapolis IN Paula Mendez DDS, Katy TX Jeffrey Okeson DDS, Lexington KY Diana Ozuna BA, DDS, Castroville TX Gilmari Padilla AS, RDH, Lowell MA Isabella Piedra DDS, Rancho Cucamonga CA Oscar Quintana DDS, Albuquerque NM Mercedes Rabeiro-Wert DDS, New York NY Sean Rasmusson BS, DDS, St. Paul MN Sarah Roddy BASDH, San Antonio TX Benjamin Rodriguez DDS, Honolulu HI Cristina Rodriguez DDS, Lynwood CA Delmi Rodriguez DDS, Gaithersburg MD Irene Rodriguez DDS, Boston MA Michael Rolf BS, Louisville KY Rosario Romero BS, Orlando FL Sandra Salazar-Mendoza BS, RDH, San Antonio TX Maria Segovia DDS, Litchfield Park AZ Libanesa Sepulveda RDH, Bronx NY Guillermo Shiroma DDS, San Ysidro CA Ricardo Solis DDS, Charlottesville VA Lisandra Soto BS, DMD, Portage MI Miguel Tabares DDS, Winter Park FL J Enrique Tabarini DDS, MS, Pearland TX Zarina Tchinibekova DDS, Ann Arbor MI Natalee Trevino DDS, Dallas TX Victor Troneos DDS, Yonkers NY Zachary Van Hilsen BA, DDS, Minneapolis MN Christina Veit BS, MS, Alpine UT George Veit MEd, Alpine UT Ricardo Veloz DDS, Teaneck NJ Rodolfo Wert DDS, New York NY Wilmer Yarbar DDS, Riverside CA HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

10 Welcome to these new HDA Student Members Juan Abadia Vernon Hills IL Maryam Abbasi Pittsburgh PA Arthur Abdoulin Pittsburgh PA Christina Adame Dallas TX Kevin Adams Baltimore MD Lauren Aguilar Baltimore MD Yelena Akselrod Los Angeles CA Pedro Albisu Gainesville FL Jeremiah Alcazar Houston TX Bryan Allgeier Dallas TX Lina Alsad Miami FL Elizabeth Alvarado Houston TX James Amaning Dallas TX Sarah Amidzadeh Houston TX Keith Anderson Dallas TX Zhadovich Anton Chicago IL Stephanie Archbold Coral Springs FL Paola Arcila Dallas TX Francy Arciniegas Davie FL Sonia Arevalo Boston MA julio Argueta Chicago IL Surpreet Arora Dallas TX Kubra Atici Arlington Heights IL Megan Ayitey-Adjin Houston TX Anna Azar Boston MA Susan Bae Los Angeles CA Julianna Bair Boston MA Eric Baker Baltimore MD Melissa Balk Williamsville NY Phillip Barbee Baltimore MD Janetxia Barber Boston MA Morgan Barker Owings Mills MD Kadeem Bartley Springfield IL Lauren Basile Farmington CT Britni Batisse Dallas TX Maegan Beinoras Baltimore MD Christian Benitez boston MA Maria Bernal Weston FL Abhishek Bhaumik Dallas TX Jessica Biggs Gainesville FL Evan Blackwell Dallas TX Melissa Blake Newington CT Yosvel Blanco Gainesville FL Richard Bletzacker Lexington KY Gisela Borget Carrboro NC Shiva Borokhim Veverly Hills CA Ella Botchevar Boston MA Jelana Bryan-Hamilton Lexington KY Megan Buhler Pittsburgh PA Kaitlyn Burgess Pittsburgh PA Andrea Burns Pittsburgh PA Ebony Burns Houston TX Robert Calem Pittsburgh PA Julian Camastra Boston MA Joaquin Camejo Gainesville FL Blake Cameron Columbus OH Bradley Cammack Watertown MA Genaro Cano Deer Park TX Michael Cao Houston TX Michael Capp Andover MN Salvador Cardenas Chicago IL Geoff Carignan Brighton MA Jevin Carruth Springfield IL Federico Castillo Dallas TX Elana Celliers Farmington CT Stacey Cha Boston MA Lorena Chacon-Smith Pearland TX Christopher Chance Lexington KY Karl Chandler Lexington KY Insoon Chang Valencia CA Norma Chapa Alvin TX Samantha Charles Baltimore MD Jose Chaviano Lexington KY Jeffrey Chen Houston TX Christopher Chun Los Angeles CA Alicia Citi Rancho Palos Verdes CA Geoffrey Clive Baltimore MD Sandra Coley Baltimore MD Travis Cook Houston TX Damion Cooper Boston MA Derek Cornetta Baltimore MD Astrid Cortes Boca Raton FL Kristen Cox Jackson MS Richard Craven PITTSBURGH PA Jenny Crow Houston TX Chase Crowley Galloway OH Temurkin Cucukov Melrose MA Cindy Cureno Los Angeles CA Nathaniel Dancykier Baltimore MD Bien Dang Katy TX Trieunguyen Dao Dallas TX Michelle Darocha Watertown MA Katherine David Baltimore MD Devin Davidson Lexington KY Melissa Davis Palatine IL Gail DeGuzman Baltimore MD Whitney Deitz Lexington KY Karen Delaney Southlake TX Mary Kathryn DeLoach Boston MA Jeffrey Diamond Los Angeles CA Nelthy Diaz Diamond Bar CA Yanet Diaz Pembroke Pines FL Amy Dimitrakopoulos Beverly Hills CA Richard Duarte Baltimore MD Reem Dughly Baltimore MD Jenny Durham Dallas TX Maria Jose El Khoury Gainesville FL Chelsea Elliott Houston TX Dayana Escobar Somerville MA Davina Esquibel Aurora CO Robert Evelyn Gainesville FL Megan Eyre Pittsburgh PA Femi Fadahunsi Houston TX Daniella Farias Houston TX Yasmin Farid Chicago IL Jordan Felkner San Antonio TX Aaron Ferguson Los Angeles CA Lacey Ferguson Lexington KY Alyssa Fernandez Jupiter FL Omar Figueroa-Valle Columbus OH Christiane Francisco Baltimore MD Niekia Franklin Dallas TX David Frantz III Boston MA Haley Freymiller Gainesville FL Kymberly Fritz Iowa City IA Cornelia Gagos Houston TX Daniel Galvez Boston MA Meredith Gantos Chicago IL Charlene Garcia Irving TX Daniel Garcia Gainesville FL Jacqueline Garcia Gainesville FL Maritza Garcia Oak Park IL Nadia Garza Houston TX Josh Gascoyne Dallas TX Paul Gayed Arlington Heights IL Kristin Geer Boston MA Ben Geisler Boston MA Valerie Gill Houston TX Vishavjeet Girn Boston MA Megan Girndt Dallas TX Charlotte Gleeson Gainesville FL Natalie Gloria Fillmore CA Angela Gomez Romero Columbus OH Daniel Gonzalez Cambridge MA Kelly Goodpaster, Edgewood KY Matthew Green Baltimore MD Alexandra Griffin Gahanna OH Lonnie Guardiola Irving TX Dee Gulis Boston MA Minakshi Gupta Los Angeles CA Alessandra Gutierrez Chapel Hill NC Lupe Gutierrez Lexington KY Jasmin Guzman Chicago IL Cindy Ha Boston MA Ellen Hailemelecot Halethorpe MD Mikilena Hall Gainesville FL Matthew Hamedani Chicago IL Brittney Hamilton Mesquite TX Lauren Hanzlik Baltimore MD Lauren Harp Dallas TX Ian Healy Houston TX Edward Heath Ann Arbor MI Heather Hebert Highlands TX Ben Heggestad Minneapolis MN Amie Heim East Amherst NY Steven Hemphill Dallas TX Sonia Henriquez Houston TX Alexandra Hernandez Baltimore MD Junior Hernandez Dallas TX Daniel Herrera Los Angeles CA Paola Higham Jenkintown PA Ashley Hilgers Shoreacres TX Nicole Hinchy Buffalo NY Patricia Hirji Plano TX Bryan Hoang LexingtonKY Joe Holland Houston TX Patricia Holmes Lewisville TX Abigail Holtmeier Columbus OH Kristy Hong San Antonio TX Leah Hrachovy Richmond TX Rona Hsu Boston MA Ayesha Husain Boston MA Kristan Ingraham Farmington CT Jessie Isaacs Monkton MD Joseph Jankovich Crestwood KY Jessica Jelinek Grapevine TX Britany Jenkins Dallas TX Jeffrey Jepperson Columbus OH Hugh Jernigan Lexington KY Priya Jesedason Buffalo NY Kirsten Johnson Minneapolis MN Phillip Johnson Dallas TX Stephanie Johnson Oxford MI Chelsea Jones Chicago IL Ginju Joseph Sugar Land TX Gregory Josephsen Boston MA Peter Karian Baltimore MD Fatan Kasbidi Houston TX Sehajpreet Kaur Fort Worth TX Suprina Kaur Baltimore MD Marissa Kern Porter MN Nour Khalil Chestnut Hill MA Kirsten Kimbler Gainesville FL Tyler Kirklin Dallas TX Matthew Klinger Dallas TX Kimberly Kocak Boston MA Anuja Kothari Chicago IL Jessica Kraich Gainesville FL Alicia Krones Iowa City IA Soemya Kumar Merritt Island FL Peter Kumbhaar Oreland PA Jacob Labauve Baltimore MD Li Lai Los Angeles CA Ashley Langton Brookline MA Robert Laraway Baltimore MD Jimmy Le Houston TX Eun-Hee Lee Schaumburg IL James Lee Boston MA amy Leiva 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11 Welcome to these new HDA Student Members Jennifer Loftin San Antonio TX Sapna Lohiya Los Angeles CA Janiris Lopez Farmington CT Jennifer Lopez Plantation FL Johanna Lopez Raleigh NC Kristin Lopez Miami FL Jenny Lorenzo Boston MA Jim Lu Baltimore MD Olga Luaces Gainesville FL Amanda Lucht Baltimore MD Brian Ly Los Angeles CA Antonio Maceda-Johnson Boston MA Kacey Mahoney Revere MA Nicole Mahoney Revere MA Zainab Maiyegun Boston MA Elizabeth Majchrowicz Friendswood TX Trisha Maloney Farmington CT Laura Marin Philadelphia PA Alexander Marti Louisville KY Jayne Martinez Dallas TX Mayra Martinez Houston TX Nicole Martino Gainesville FL Keely Matheson Boston MA Ambily Mathew Dallas TX Ryan McCloy Pittsburgh PA Rachel McKee Boston MA Marcey McLawchlin Santa Fe TX Nisha Mehta Chicago IL Isabella Mejia Dallas TX Aaron Menchaca Sugar Land TX Jacqueline Mendoza Ann Arbor MI Ana Minjares North Riverside IL Matthew Missari Boston MA Fouzia Mohammad Katy TX Denisse Monroy Los Angeles CA Chelsea 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12 HDA Professional Chapter News HDA San Diego/Baja Chapter By: Dr. Mario Orozco SD HDA President On January 7, the HDA San Diego/Baja Chapter paid a visit to Hogar Nueva Generacion in a humble neighborhood in Tijuana, Mexico. During this visit, members of the HDA and friends shared lunch, played fun games and delivered joy and presents to 24 children who call this place home. During this time we had the opportunity to get acquainted with the little residents, and while we brought presents, they provided us with genuine expressions of gratitude, happy smiles and buckets of hope. This event was supported by Mr. Edgar Rivera, Territory Manager in Miami for Crest Oral B who generously donated customized preventive kits for the children; HDA members who provided presents and their valuable time; and GIFVT project staff who generously donated presents, and their valuable time for this event. Tips on Cultural Competency Sarita Arteaga DMD, MAGD Demographics The Hispanic population currently represents 16 percent of the U.S. population (about 50 million people) and projections by the Census Bureau place the percentage of Hispanics in the US at one in three US Residents by the year The US Office of Management and Budget issued the Race and Ethnic Standard for Federal Statistics and Administrative Reporting and added ethnic classifications of Hispanic Origin and Not of Hispanic Origin. Hispanic or Latino refers to a person of Cuban, Mexican, Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin regardless of race. Hispanics come from more than 20 different countries and 63% of Mexican origin, 10% of Puerto Rican origin, 3.8% of Cuban descent and 2.2% from the Dominican Republic. Hispanics as a group have strong common traits among the Latino sub-groups. Better understanding of the needs of Hispanic populations as an oral health care provider will provide better health care outcomes of the Hispanic community. Source: Ennis, S., M, V., & Albert, N. (May 2011) Census Brief: The Hispanic Population United States Census Bureau. 12 HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

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14 HDA Professional Chapter News Massachusetts Hispanic Dental Association The Massachusetts Hispanic Dental Association organized two activities for the community to celebrate Oral Health Children s Month. The first was at Madison High Technical Vocational High School in Roxbury, MA. February 28. Forty seven children received dental screenings, oral hygiene instructions, motivation for dental careers and referrals. The second was held March 2, at the YMCA Chinatown. Thirty eight preschool children received dental screenings, oral hygiene instructions and referrals to dental care to Tufts Dental Pediatrics. Volunteers at the Madison High School Health Fair MHDA members volunteers of the health fairs: Dr. Aidee Herman Dr. Viviana Avila Monica Maldonado Elimin Tejada Martha Morales Olga Krashoshoslobotseva Emilia Brasil Zuzana Mendez Receives Dental Society Award MHDA is very proud to inform you all that Massachusetts Dental Society Standing Committee on the New Dentist has selected Zuzana Mendez as a recipient of its 2012 *Ten Under 10: Highlighting our Profession Award. This recognition award highlights the diversity of new dentist in Massachustts and the significant contributions they are making in the community, profession or organized dentistry. Recipients of this year s award will be highlighted in a special of the section in the Spring issue of the Journal of the Massachusetts Dental Society. Dr. Herman participates in BU Student Women s Dental Association Panel Dr. Aidee Herman recently participated as a panelist of a discussion about the women in dentistry at Boston University. The discussion panel took place on March 3rd at the Henry M. Goldman School of Dentistry. The event was organized by the BU Student Women s Dental Association, several women dental students, college students and dentists attended. In the picture above from left to right: Dr. Aidee Herman, Dr. Mina Paul, Dr. Margaret Errante and Dr. Paula Friedman 14 HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

15 HDA Professional Chapter News Houston Hispanic Dental Association The Houston Hispanic Dental Association held its holiday gala last month at the Renaissance Hotel-Greenway. Three scholarships were awarded to (3) UTSD Hispanic Student Dental Association members. The recipients were: Magda Valeriano DH II, Cynthia Corral DS III, and Veronica Perez DS IV. The criteria for eligibility is: Be a member of HSDA in good academic standing with the dental school, Be one of the following: One 4th year Dental student, One 3rd year Dental student and One Sr. Dental Hygiene student, and nominated by Dean Valenza. Dr. Valenza (Dean) and Ms. Margo Y. Melchor Magda Valeriano, Mariana Ruiz-Posada, (HSDA Faculty Advisor and HDA President) were and Cynthia Corral. invited to attend and witness these deserving individuals accept their monetary award. Dr. Valenza stated, The interest and support by the Houston Hispanic Dental Association, especially via current faculty member Ms. Margo Melchor, alumnus Dr. Victor Rodriguez and many others, to our Hispanic Student Dental Association has been tremendous. I know our student recipients of the awards share my sentiment of how fortunate we are to have the local association behind us! To the Houston Hispanic Dental Association, thank you for awarding me with the privilege of receiving the 2011 scholarship. I appreciate the time and effort you have dedicated to serve the HHDA and the Houston community. I am truly honored to have been selected as a recipient. Thank you, Magda G. Valeriano, DH2 I am honored to have been chosen as the 2011 HSDA scholarship recipient by the Greater Houston Hispanic Dental Association. My tenure as the UT Houston-HSDA Vice President has truly allowed for personal growth through service and leadership. I have had many amazing opportunities to directly provide oral healthcare and education to the Hispanic and non-hispanic communities in the Houston area. My experience with HSDA has been incredibly rewarding and has enhanced my academic career. The UT Houston-HSDA chapter is extremely fortunate to have the guidance and continual support from our faculty advisor Ms. Margo Melchor. I would like to thank Ms. Melchor for her dedication and I would also like to thank the Greater Houston Hispanic Dental Association for contributing to my educational success by providing me with additional financial resources. I value the Greater Houston Hispanic Dental Association and look forward to one day being able to give as they so generously have. Cynthia Corral, DS3 Mass Mutual Financial (HHDA Corporate Sponsor) awarded these individuals with these scholarships which were presented by Board member, Mariana Ruiz-Posada. Join the Hispanic Dental Association, the National Dental Asssociation and Society of American Indian Dentists at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, July 20-24, 2012 as we experience this Historic Joint Convention. Multi-Cultural Oral Health Summit Collectively Meeting the Needs of a Diverse Population to Improve Oral Health July 20-24, 2012 Boca Raton Resort & Club 501 East Camino Real Boca Raton, Florida Register online at: HDA Cultural Awareness Program Dr. Sarita Arteaga, HDA Past President, presented the HDA Cultural Awareness course, Hispanic Cultural Awareness for Oral Health Professionals at the National Oral Health Conference in April. If you or someone you know is interested in this program and how it can be offered to organizations, colleagues, staff, etc., please contact the National HDA office at HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

16 HDA Notices and Classified Advertisements Spanish Childrens Book This Spanish story book about dental health is oriented to children ages 1 to 6 years old. It consists of 32 beautifully colorful illustrated pages and is an excellent story to teach children about oral hygiene and to learn about caries disease. It was written by Dr. Lydia López, HDA member and past Board of Trustee, from the University of Puerto Rico School of Dental Medicine. The cost of the book is $10.00 (no shipping charges). To order, mail your request with a money order or check payable to Dr. Lydia López at the following address: Juan de Borbón Street, Shopping Center Los Jardines, Suite 67, PMB 216, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, You can also contact Dr. López by at lm_lopez@hotmail. com. IOWA The University of Iowa s College of Dentistry is searching for full-time clinical or tenure-track faculty in Department of Prosthodontics. Position available July 1, 2012; screening begins immediately. Must have: DDS/DMD from ADA-accredited dental school or foreign equivalent, and by time of appointment, Master s Degree or Certificate in Prosthodontics from ADA-accredited dental school. Tenure track applicants must also have: research training/experience; and demonstrated scholarly/professional growth commensurate w/time following advanced education completion. Desirable: Clinical experience via private, military, or institutional practice; board certification; teaching experience. Academic rank/track/salary commensurate with qualifications/ experience. Must apply electronically. Learn more and/or apply at Jobs@UIowa jobs.uiowa.edu/content/faculty/, reference Req # AA/EEO employer; women/ minorities encouraged to apply. SilentAuc2012Flyer.qxp:Layout 1 2/15/12 12:44 PM Page 1 Leadership/Committee Meetings CHECK OUT THE Joint Multi-Cultural SILENT AUCTION & RAFFLE Multi-Cultural Oral Health Summit Advertise in the HDA News & Reports The HDA News & Reports is a quarterly newsletter provided to our members and others who share our interest in improving the oral health of the Hispanic community. The deadline for classified and display advertisements in the Fall Newsletter is September 1st. For information about display or classified advertising, contact the HDA at hispanicdental@hdassoc.org. Joint Silent Auction/Raffle Donation Form 2012 Donor Name Title Company Name Address Telephone Ext. Fax Name of person & organization that asked you to donate: Saturday & Sunday July 21-22, 2012 EXHIBIT HALL BOCA RATON, FLORIDA Join the fun and check out the NDA, HDA & SAID Multi-Cultural Joint Silent Auction & Raffle. Don't miss your chance to bid on over 100 items. Please consider donating items for this event (i.e., vacation packages, condos, monetary gifts, etc.) by completing this form by MAY 1, FAX to: Kitty L. Gaines, Corporate Liaison, at or call , x16. Item(s) Donated Brief Description Quantity Silent Auction or Raffle Est.Value $ I would like to make a tax deductible donation in support of the Multi-Cultural Oral Health Summit Joint Silent Auction/Raffle Donation Amount: $1,000 $500 $250 Other Check Enclosed: Make payable to the National Dental Association Joint Silent Auction/Raffle Credit Card: I authorize the NDA to charge my credit card the amount indicated above. Visa Master American Express Discover Print name as it appears on check or credit card: Signature Today s Date Account Number Expiration Date Billing Address City State Zip Please Mail Checks To: Attention: Kitty L. Gaines Joint Silent Auction/Raffle National Dental Association th Street, NW Washington, D.C Tel Fax kgaines@ndaonline.org Website: 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organizations. Instructions on where to send your tax deductible donated items (including gift certificates, etc.) will be provided to you upon NDA s receipt of this form. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! Register now for the Joint Multi-Cultural Oral Health Summit in Boca Raton, Florida, July 20-24, HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

17 Join the Hispanic Dental Association, the National Dental Asssociation and Society of American Indian Dentists at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, July 20-24, 2012 as we experience this Historic Joint Convention. Multi-Cultural Oral Health Summit Collectively Meeting the Needs of a Diverse Population to Improve Oral Health July 20-24, 2012 Boca Raton Resort & Club 501 East Camino Real Boca Raton, Florida Register online at: Meeting Highlights New Dentist Sessions Joint Opening Ceremony and Reception Exhibitor s Showcase President s Symposium Joint Events for All (HDA, NDA, SAID) Programs for Spouses, Children and Teens Excellent Summer Family Vacation Destination Excellent Continuing Education Sessions to include: Treating Aging America Collaborating with Discovery as a Bright New Frontier Oral Medicine, Dental Management of the Medically Compromised Patient Evidence Based Dental Health Information At Your Fingertips Creative Posterior Composites - Hands on Workshop Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology Anterior Esthetic Techniques and Materials Avoiding Pitfalls in Designing Your Dental Office and Developing Your Practice Advances of Perinatal and Infant Oral Care CAMBRA Evidence-based Protocols and Implementation in your Practice Colgate & Aetna Symposium The Relationship Between Oral Health and Systemic Diseases Practice Management Embezzlement: Will You Be a Victim? Everyday Esthetics - Part I and II Dental Implant Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Prosthetics, and Socket Grafting New Dentist Panel & Dialogue Session - Professional Development Multi-cultural Challenges for Health Care and Issues Surrounding Oral Health Thriving in Today s Economy: Practice Management Essentials for Growth Treatment Planning for Longterm Success: Creating a sound foundation for building the smile of your patient s dreams Transition Planning and Exit Strategies Office Oral Surgery For The General Practitioner Made Easy Seeing the forest for the trees - A Simplified Approach to Treatment Planning Complex Full Mouth Restorations The Balancing Act - Love & Business: How To Work Without Worrying About Your Love Life Oral Health Center Stage: The Media and Multicultural Messaging Collaborating with Discovery as a Bright New Frontier - Research Component Practice Management - Preparing for Practice Ownership Pediatric Dentists Family Feud Complex Diagnosis: Problem Areas in Endodontics, Longitudinal Tooth Fractures Identification, Classification and Treatment Latest Innovations & Technologies in Endodontics Providing Access to Care SAFELY Diagnostic Dilemmas: The Many Faces of Orofacial Pain Periodontics in the American Indian Community Financial Planning for Dental Professionals Forensic Dentistry Understanding Legally Tools: The Key to Lawsuit Prevention and Tax Reduction Catch the Wave - Lasers in Dentistry

18 Hispanic Dental Association Endorses Community Fluoridation Background Fluoride is a naturally-occurring element found in all water sources, soils, and even in the food that is consumed. Water fluoridation is the process of adjusting the natural fluoride content of water to the optimum level that prevents tooth decay. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognizes water fluoridation as one of the 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century. More than 50 years of research has scientifically proven its safety and public health benefits, including the reduction and prevention of tooth decay. More than more than 100 national and international organizations have recognized the public health benefits of community water fluoridation, including the American Public Health Association, American Association of Public Health Dentistry, American Dental Association, International Association for Dental Research, and National Dental Association, among others. In his 2004 report Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General, Surgeon General Richard H. Carmona stated, community water fluoridation continues to be the most cost-effective, equitable and safe means to provide protection from tooth decay in the community. Surgeon General Carmona added: More than 170 million people, or 67 percent of the U.S. population served by water supplies, drink water with optimal fluoride levels for preventing decay. Of the 50 largest cities in the country, 43 are fluoridated. An economic analysis determined that in most communities every $1 invested in fluoridation saves more than $38 or more in treatment costs. Optimal Level of Water Fluoridation According to the U.S. Public Health Service, the optimal fluoridation level is between.7 milligrams and 1.2 milligrams of fluoride per liter of water. In 2011, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has proposed a recommendation of 0.7 milligrams of fluoride per liter of water to replace the current recommended range of 0.7 to 1.2 milligrams. Disparities Because the mission of the Hispanic Dental Association works toward the elimination of oral health disparities in the Hispanic community, the benefits of community water fluoridation (CWF) to aid in the reduction of disparities in tooth decay is critical to the HDA s endorsement of community water fluoridation. A recent survey conducted to measure Hispanic oral health revealed that 30% of Hispanics do not know, or incorrectly believe to be true, that cavities will go away on their own if you brush regularly. Therefore, CWF helps reduce disparities in tooth decay prevalence. Surgeon General Carmona affirmed this by stating, Fluoridation is the single most effective public health measure to prevent tooth decay and improve oral health over a lifetime, for both children and adults. HDA Position Therefore, it is the position of the Hispanic Dental Association to: 1. Endorse community water fluoridation as a safe, beneficial and cost-effective public health measure for preventing dental caries. 2. Recommend all communal water supplies to achieve an optimal fluoridation level of at least.7 milligrams of fluoride per liter of water Encourage local dental and/ or oral health societies and the community at-large, to work with state and local governments and their agencies, in support of community water fluoridation, including making available the scientific knowledge and resources that support the benefits of CWF. Especially encourage and facilitate the use of water fluoridation in local municipal water supplies of underserved areas to aid in the reduction of oral health disparities. Call on Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin to follow in the footsteps of her predecessors who since the 1950s have issued a statement in support for community water fluoridation. 18 HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

19 HDA Corporate RoundTable Sponsors: The Hispanic Dental Association recognizes with pride these exceptional companies who support its mission of optimizing the oral health of the Hispanic community through service, education, advocacy and leadership. To learn more about a rewarding partnership with the Hispanic Dental Association, contact the HDA at hispanicdental@hdassoc.org. Affinity Insurance Services Bankers Healthcare Group Sunstar Butler HDA News & Reports Issue No. 167 Winter

20 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION US POSTAGE PAID Springfield, IL Permit No Return Service Requested National Headquarters: 3085 Stevenson Drive - Suite 200 Springfield, IL The Hispanic Dental Association s 20th Annual Meeting Join the Hispanic Dental Association Family as we experience this Historic Joint Convention with the National Dental Asssociation and Society of American Indian Dentists at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, July 20-24, Multi-Cultural Oral Health Summit Collectively Meeting the Needs of a Diverse Population to Improve Oral Health July 20-24, 2012 Boca Raton Resort & Club 501 East Camino Real Boca Raton, Florida Meeting Highlights: New Dentist Sessions Joint Opening Ceremony and Reception Excellent Continuing Education Programs for all attendees Exhibitor s Showcase President s Symposium Minority Faculty, Administrator s and Practitioner s Forum Joint Student Events (HDA, NDA, SAID) Programs for Spouses, Children and Teens Excellent Summer Family Vacation Destination Register online at: