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Medical Emergencies in the Dental OfficeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This softcover book is an excellent contribution to our literature and a valuable addition to the library of every dentist who has extended his or her horizon to include the broad health picture and has made the transition from the oral cavity to the complete patient. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Paul Chapnick Tags: Book Reviews Source Type: journals

Dorland's Illustrated Medical DictionaryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This book contains an extraordinary amount of authoritative information. Because we are now seeing more patients from the senior level, dentistry is more involved in total health care, and you need to know the latest medical terms and their meanings. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Paul Chapnick Tags: Book Reviews Source Type: journals

In MemoriamEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
At this time we acknowledge the passing of the following fraters. As Alpha Omegans, they have lived moral, ethical, and professional lives that can serve as an example to us all. Alpha Omega extends condolences to their family and friends: (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: In Memoriam Source Type: journals

Golden and Platinum TributesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Jamie Luria's acceptance to Oral Surgery ResidencyFred and Joanie Fischer Susan Azarra (wife of Honorary Member Lou Azarra)—Wishing you a speedy recoveryHoward and Cheryl Pranikoff (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: Golden and Platinum Tributes Source Type: journals

Frater Bernard Metrick Named “Chevalier” in the Legion of HonorEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Bernard E. Metrick, DDS, received a special award from the French Consul General. He was named a “Chevalier” in the Legion of Honor for his efforts in the United States' liberation of France during World War II. It is the highest civilian award given by the French government. The letter that Dr. Metrick received from the French Ambassador can be found on the Alpha Omega website (http://www.ao.org/images/stories/ao/ambassador.pdf); on May 27, 2009, Dr. Metrick was awarded his medal in Boca Raton, Florida. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: People in the News Source Type: journals

Our Dental School in Jerusalem Expands its Special Relationship with Leading International Dental Companies: Part IEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dissemination of knowledge is one of the main aims of academic institutions. The recent explosion of information has forced the Hebrew University–Hadassah School of Dental Medicine to explore novel methods of teaching and training future dental professionals. For the dental student, the challenges are even greater. These include—among other fields—implant dentistry, a relatively new treatment modality that was not part of the traditional dental school curriculum in the past. However, the acquisition of new skills, such as manual dexterity, integrative thinking, and 3-dimensional visualization, all have to be acquired...
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Adam Stabholz Tags: From the Dean's Desk - Hebrew University Source Type: journals

CreateEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
God is creative. If the Bible is a biography of God, isn't it curious that there is no account of how God came to be? Depending on your translation, the opening line of the chapter of Genesis is:In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth…—New International Version translationOr:When God began to create heaven and earth…—Jewish Publication Society translationOr:At the beginning of God's creating of the heavens and earth…—Everett Fox translation (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Ron Wolfson Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: journals

Young Adults With Disabilities and Uninsured for Health CareEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
There are increasing numbers of young adults with disabilities who lack sufficient financial support for needed general health and dental services. In an effort to emphasize the limited support for dental services for these individuals with disabilities, a review is carried out of (1) the particular role of Special Olympics to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities and create public and professional awareness of the needs of this population, and (2) the case of general limited financial support for needed dental care in the United States for young adults with disabilities. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: H. Barry Waldman, Steven P. Perlman Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: journals

The AO ConnectionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Six years ago, an Alpha Omega member received a phone call from a recent graduate of an Israeli dental school. The pediatric dentist who answered the phone was told by the Israeli dentist that he would like to attend a residency program in pediatric dentistry in the United States. The pediatric dentist, a fraternity brother, told the young dentist that he would do everything in his power to find a program that would be willing to accept a “foreign” student. The AO member contacted several Alpha Omega members throughout the United States to help locate postgraduate programs that would be willing to accept students from...
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Fred Margolis Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: journals

How to Win in A Tough Economy With Superior Customer ServiceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In general, dental practices provide a pleasant level of customer service. Levin Group has been surveying patients about customer service for many years, and the vast majority of the responses are somewhere between neutral and positive. The question is, “Will this level of customer service be enough to build a highly successful practice in today's economy?” (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Roger P. Levin Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: journals

Stop Dancing With the Stars: Why the 6-Month Boogie is Costing You Money and FreedomEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The talent, competition, and suspense of ABC's “Dancing With the Stars” is both fun and entertaining to watch. When you learn how much it costs you when the “stars” in your office—your patients—are dancing out your door and tapping all over your schedule and your bank account, you may want to take a lesson or two. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Gary Kadi Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: journals

Selections from the Collection of Morton G. RivoEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The deceitful tactics of a charlatan tooth puller are graphically depicted in this engraving, a copy of the original image (from 1523) carved by Lucas van Leyden. The peasant in tattered clothing cringes with pain between a handsomely dressed tooth puller and the furtive assistant who is stealing the patient's money. The tooth puller's expertise is promoted by the molars decorating his hat and the tabletop covered with numerous tools and medicines. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Morton G. Rivo Tags: Dentistry in Art Source Type: journals

Gilles PiersonEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
During the International Alpha Omega Convention in Scottsdale, Arizona, the Honorary Membership Committee proposed a highly worthwhile individual who has been committed to the goals of Alpha Omega for nearly 20 years. Gilles Pierson's leadership and innovation have helped to grow the Acteon Group into a worldwide company employing more than 800 employees. Based in Mérignac, France, Acteon has their roots in companies such as Satelec, makers of the first dental piezoelectric scalers, and Pierre Rolland Laboratories in France. They currently have subsidiaries in Beijing, Australia, Hungary, Italy, Thailand, the United Kingd...
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: Honorary Member 2009 Source Type: journals

Just Do ItEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
I have had the pleasure of being able to treat many needy individuals on a pro bono basis. I know there is one segment of the population that continues to “fall through the cracks”—deserving adolescents who, because of poor financial conditions, are handicapped by their unattractive and/or unhealthy smiles. They have low self-esteem and are hampered by their appearance in social situations. They hesitate to smile or may never smile at all. Good jobs are difficult to come by, and many teens drop out of school and continue a downward spiral, which hurts them, their families, our communities, and our country. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Fred S. Margolis Tags: Editorial Source Type: journals

Strength Through UnityEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The word fraternity is most often defined as a brotherhood. The true distinctions between a fraternity and any other form of social organization are the implications that the members freely associate as equals for a mutually beneficial purpose. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Daniel N. Uditsky Tags: Presidential Papers Source Type: journals

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In MemoriamEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
At this time we acknowledge the passing of the following fraters. As Alpha Omegans, they have lived moral, ethical, and professional lives that can serve as an example to us all. Alpha Omega extends condolences to their family and friends: (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: In Memoriam Source Type: journals

Golden and Platinum TributesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
IN HONOR OF Daniel and Arlene Uditsky in honor of Daniel's installation as International PresidentLaurie Gordon ShawSid and Susan TourialMichael and Fran SzikmanFred and Susie MargolisHoward and Cheryl Pranikoff (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: Golden and Platinum Tributes Source Type: journals

The Future is NowEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
“The Future is Now”—a campaign that aims to aid The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine founded by the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity—is on. This campaign is a natural continuation of the “Focus on the Future” campaign of the late 1990s, which made possible the school's enormous growth in the last decade. The Gerald and Reesa Niznick Faculty Clinics will be inaugurated on Tuesday, May 19, at 3:30 pm, during the Tel Aviv University annual meeting of the Board of Governors. This 10-unit facility includes a surgical operatory equipped with general anesthesia facilities, a recov...
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Haim Tal Tags: From the Dean's Desk-Tel Aviv University Source Type: journals

Hello, Young Alpha Omegans—Jerusalem is Calling!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
I write this article as “Operation Cast Lead” in Gaza is behind us, the new government in Israel is being formed, Passover preparations are in the air, and tourism has reawakened. I feel that this is the right time to turn to our young Alpha Omegans with an open invitation from Vladi Dvoyris, who is our sixth-year D.M.D. student and President of both The Jerusalem Society of Medical & Dental Students and the Alpha Sigma Student Chapter of Alpha Omega. I asked him to take this opportunity to speak to you in his own words. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Vladi Dvoyris Tags: From the Dean's Desk-Hebrew University Source Type: journals

Management of Third Molar–Related Nerve Injuries: Observe or Treat?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Injury to branches of the trigeminal nerve is one of the possible complications associated with the removal of third molars. Fifty-two percent of patients referred to a university-based practice with trigeminal neurosensory complaints associated their nerve injury with third molar odontectomy. The inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) was the most commonly injured nerve (61.1%), followed by the lingual nerve (LN; 38.8%). There was a 1.5-times greater incidence in females, the mean age of the patients was 34.5 years, and the mean time to consultation from the third molar extraction date was 6.9 months. These data also showed that a...
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: John R. Zuniga Tags: Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Surgical Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Changing the Upper AirwayEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Obstructive sleep apnea is characterized by sleep deprivation and daytime fatigue and somnolence. It is conservatively estimated to occur in up to 3% of the adult population. However, the incidence is probably higher in industrialized countries, where sleep patterns are disrupted by abnormal work shifts. The incidence is also slightly higher in middle-aged males and may be as high as 67% in elderly males. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Peter D. Waite Tags: Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Distraction Osteogenesis in the Treatment of Dentofacial DeformitiesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article describes some of the newer concepts in using DO to treat maxillary and mandibular deformities and growth discrepancies that are not amenable to routine orthognathic surgery. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Stuart Super Tags: Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Coronectomy to Prevent Damage to the Inferior Alveolar NerveEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conventional wisdom advises that when a tooth needs to be extracted, the whole tooth should be removed, usually with as little surrounding bone as possible. However, the evidence to support this is not compelling, and every dentist has experienced cases where the apices of teeth are not removed for a variety of reasons and, in most cases, the patient seems to suffer no ill effects. If one extrapolates from this, it is evident that there might be instances where it is actually preferable to leave the apical part of the root rather than remove it, and this can be carried out deliberately. The usual time that one would consid...
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Michael Anthony Pogrel Tags: Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Endoscopic Surgery of the Salivary GlandsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Obstructive sialadenitis, with or without sialolithiasis, represents the most common inflammatory disorder of the major salivary glands, and sialolithiasis is one of the major causes of sialadenitis. Calculi in the salivary glands can be found in 1.2% of the general population. Other common causes of salivary gland obstruction are ductal strictures and kinks. The diagnosis of these problems has been traditionally hampered by the limitations of standard imaging techniques. Satisfactory management depends on the surgeon's ability to reach a precise anatomic diagnosis and to accurately locate the obstruction. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Oded Nahlieli Tags: Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Temporomandibular Joint ReconstructionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) reconstruction presents unique problems because of the integral and complex roles this joint plays in establishing and maintaining proper form and function of the stomatognathic system. The TMJ not only acts as a secondary growth center for the mandible in prepubescence, but it is also essential for the functions of mastication, speech, airway support, and deglutition in both the child and the adult. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Louis G. Mercuri Tags: Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Arthrocentesis for the Treatment of Internal Derangements of the Temporomandibular JointEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Internal derangements of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) are characterized by displacement of the intra-articular disc, which acts as an obstacle to normal joint movement and results in clicking and popping sounds or locking and an inability to open the mouth widely. These conditions may be painless or they may be associated with pain, especially during function. The most common causes are trauma, which results in an immediate displacement of the disc, or chronic parafunction, which results in degenerative changes in the articular surfaces, increased friction, and gradual disc displacement. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Daniel M. Laskin Tags: Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Over the years, the scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery has undergone tremendous change. From a specialty in which exodontia and dentoalveolar surgery was initially the primary function, its scope has expanded to now encompass everything from implantology to cosmetic surgery. As new technology has been developed, it has been quickly adopted by astute clinicians so that we are now beginning to see endoscopic approaches to the reduction and fixation of facial and jaw fractures, management of salivary gland diseases, and various aspects of orthognathic surgery. As a result, the invasiveness required for performing many of...
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Daniel M. Laskin Tags: Guest Editorial Source Type: journals

Fact or Fiction?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
All of us have patients who, from time to time, ask us about the safety of the materials and devices we use in our daily practice of dentistry. Examples are: “What type of laser is that, doctor?” What the patient may be asking is whether the laser you are using is nonionizing (i.e., does not alter DNA) or ionizing. Another question we are asked is if we use fillings with mercury. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Fred S. Margolis Tags: Editorial Source Type: journals

What We DoEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In January 2007, the administrative committee held its first retreat in Chicago, Illinois. Because this retreat and the 2008 retreat were so productive, there was agreement to hold another similar retreat in 2009. During these 2 and a half–day meetings, the international officers enjoy a unique opportunity to work together on issues with the potential to significantly impact the continued success of Alpha Omega. It also gives us a chance to bring the newly elected officers up to speed on the previous year's accomplishments and currently open issues. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - June 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: Presidential Papers Source Type: journals

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Biomechanics and Esthetic Strategies in Clinical OrthodonticsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Orthodontics as a specialty, and society in general, has become increasingly interested in esthetics and personal appearances. Ravinda Nanda, along with 20 world-renowned contributors, successfully authored a comprehensive textbook dedicated to diagnosis, treatment planning, and biomechanics in orthodontics emphasizing the goal of improving facial esthetics. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Amy Peiser Barrer Tags: Book Reviews Source Type: journals

Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques, 4th EditionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The fourth edition of Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques, authored by Graber, Vanarsdall, and Vig, improves upon its previous editions by providing up to date research results and covering simple to highly advanced case discussions that highlight current concepts and treatment methods used in contemporary orthodontics. It is a state of the art presentation, with text and excellent supporting photos throughout, from 40 contributing world-class academic leaders, practitioners, and researchers. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Amy Peiser Barrer Tags: Book Reviews Source Type: journals

Golden And Platinum TributesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
To Dan and Arlene Uditsky in honor of Andi and Brian's weddingMilt and Susan Salzer To Allen Finkelstein—Wishing you a speedy recoveryBen and Minna WilliamowskyRalph and Bette Rothstein (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: Golden and Platinum Tributes Source Type: journals

The Future is NowEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
“The Future is Now” campaign has recently been inaugurated at the Arizona Convention. The campaign aims to aid The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine founded by Alpha Omega. We have long waited for this campaign to revamp, refurbish, and reenergize the educational, research, and physical make-up of the school. We expect that the Fraternity, the U.S. Foundation, other foundations and trusts, and individual chapters will all support this initiative. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Haim Tal Tags: From the Dean's Desk - Tel Aviv University Source Type: journals

From Alpha Omega's International ConventionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dear Alpha Omegans, In the Book of Nehemia, chapter 4, it is written: “They which build on the wall and they that bare burdens with those that laded, every one with one of his hands wrought in the work, and with the other hand held a weapon.” (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Adam Stabholz Tags: From the Dean's Desk - Hebrew University Source Type: journals

Stem Cell Research: Regenerating the Skeleton and Craniofacial ComplexEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
It was the stuff of science fiction in the 1970s: the Six Million Dollar Man and the Bionic Woman. These individuals were so badly damaged in accidents that they could only be reconstructed using special high-tech implants that gave them superhuman powers. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Dan Gazit Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: journals

A Prescription for Personnel ManagementEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Traditional dental schools have focused their curricula on clinical dentistry. As a result, dentists often begin practicing having had little management training in general, and little personnel management in particular. Yet when the practice runs smoothly in the non-clinical areas, the dentist really can enjoy clinical dentistry. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Jennifer de St. Georges Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: journals

Adults With Disabilities Are AgingEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Between 2001 and 2005, almost one-third of the noninstitutionalized adult U.S. population had limitations and disabilities in a vast array of physical, emotional, cognitive, work, and self-care areas. These limitations increase dramatically in the older adult population—an age cohort that will escalate dramatically during the next decades. Nevertheless, dental and medical education programs and practitioners indicated that the care of patients with disabilities was not a high priority. As a result, limited didactic and clinical training is provided in the care of patients with disabilities, inadequate numbers of new heal...
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: H. Barry Waldman, Steven P. Perlman, Ramiz A. Chaudhry Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: journals

Come On Brown, Make A Difference!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
When I was 18 years old and in high school in Toronto, I played center for the senior basketball team. The team had made it to the Ontario finals the year before, when I played on the junior team, and was still pretty good when I arrived. If memory serves me correctly, at about game 10 into the season, we were 8-2 and well on our way to another successful year. We were playing an average team in our division, but it was just one of those games where everything we put up clanged off the rim or rolled around and just fell out. The other team could have all had their eyes closed, but everything they put up found nothing but n...
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Steven H. Brown Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: journals

Wendy Shultz SpektorEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
graduated with honors from the University of Texas and received her DDS from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 1982. She opened her private practice in Bellevue, WA, and built her business through community involvement and networking groups. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: Presidential Citations Source Type: journals

Marcy SchwartzmanEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Through Marcy's ongoing participation in the Canadian Dental Association, Vancouver & District Dental Society, Vancouver and International Alpha Omega, and other professional organizations, she attends numerous continuing education seminars and lectures. Over the last 2 years, she has been the co-chair of Alpha Omega's Global Oral Health Initiative committee. This committee has the potential to help revitalize Alpha Omega by giving back to people in need by providing humanitarian dental care to the underprivileged both here in North America and globally. As Alpha Omega begins to market its expanding Tikkun Olam projects to...
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: Presidential Citations Source Type: journals

Mervyn DruianEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
was born and educated in South Africa. With more than 30 years of experience in dentistry, Mervyn is a leader, lecturer, and innovator in preventive dentistry. He has a special interest in the field of periodontal disease, cosmetic dentistry, and treating bad breath. He is also on the editorial board of Private Denistry and is involved with the Private Practitioners Group and the Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity. (Source: Alpha Omegan)
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: Presidential Citations Source Type: journals

Marc RothmanEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Marc is a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with offices in Philadelphia, PA, and Cinnaminson, NJ. He holds a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Pennsylvania, and received his dental degree from Temple University. He obtained his surgery training at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC, followed by a Fellowship in Orthognathic Surgery and Temporomandibular Disorders with Dr. Kenneth Rotskoff in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Rothman is currently the Chief of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, where he teaches hospital residents and students from the...
Source: Alpha Omegan - March 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: Presidential Citations Source Type: journals