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News, comments, and service announcements Thomas Watters joins the AAO staff in February The AAO Board of Trustees has selected a new executive director to lead the organization. Thomas Watters of Kansas City, Mo, will join the AAO staff in late February. He replaces Ronald Moen, who joined the American Dietetic Association as chief executive officer. “Tom will be in overall charge of the staff and the central office administration,” said Dr James Gjerset, who served as chair of the search committee for the executive director. “He will ensure that the policies of the AAO, as determined by the Board of Trustees and the House of Delegates, are carried out completely and in a timely fashion. He will be a resource person for the Board and will help the Board to ferret out new ideas and new concepts, which will help the AAO give even better service and better value to its members.” Mr. Watters comes to the AAO from the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP), where he served as executive director for 9 years. With more than 600 chapters and 40,000 members and affiliates worldwide, the IAAP is the world’s largest association for administrative support staff. Since 1942, it has provided research on office trends, publications, seminars and conferences, and additional resources to assist administrative professionals to enhance their skills and become more effective contributors to their employers. During his tenure with the IAAP, Mr Watters helped stabilize its membership, rebuilt its staff, and revitalized its governance structure. He also oversaw the Research and Education Foundation, which raises funds for research on the profession, and the Retirement Centers Trust, which operates a 168-unit retirement center for administrative professionals in Rio Rancho, NM. The strength and stability of the AAO, and its potential for growth, drew Mr Watters to this new position. St Louis is also his hometown. 240
“This is an opportunity to associate myself with an organization that is very strong and stable but is not content with the status quo,” he said. “The organization wants to grow further, improve the quality of services, and expand its reach.” The AAO Board of Trustees appointed 5 trustees to the search committee for the new executive director, including Dr Gjerset, Dr James Caveney, Dr B. Melvin DeSoto, Dr Raymond George Sr, and Dr Robert Bray. The Board of Trustees also hired Tuft and Associates Inc to assist the search committee with its task. “The search process was really very enjoyable for me,” Dr Gjerset said. “Everyone involved fulfilled their roles and responsibilities admirably. I would like to publicly thank Tuft and Associates, attorney Kathryn Love of the law firm of Bryan Cave LLP, the members of the search committee, all members of the Board, and all the candidates for their respective parts in the process. It was truly a great honor for me to be involved.” AAO president, Dr Frederick Preis, is also pleased with the outcome of the process. He stated, “As with anything that has great consequences, everyone learns. We learned that the process is as important as the product in some cases. We had to make sure we went through every step of the process. Everyone was heard and involved. We learned the value of using professionals to assist us in the search. The staff members of Tuft and Associates were outstanding. We also learned that a group of people (the selection committee) really could reach consensus. Everyone had the best interest of the AAO at hand.”
Arthur Dugoni feted by American College of Dentists The American College of Dentists (ACD) honored Dr Arthur A. Dugoni, dean of the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, with the William John Gies Award on October 12, 2001, in Kansas
City, Mo. Established in memory of Gies, a pioneer in advancing dental education and research, this award recognizes Dr Dugoni’s leadership and meritorious services to the profession. It is the highest honor bestowed by the ACD to a fellow of the organization. Dr Richard E. Bradley, president of the ACD, presented the Gies medallion and plaque during the ACD convocation at the Westin Crown Center. “I am deeply grateful to receive this award honoring the memory of Dr William J. Gies. He established the educational foundation that transformed dentistry from a trade to a profession,” said Dr Dugoni. Dr Dugoni, an exemplary educator, practitioner, and leader, is 1 of the most respected figures in the profession. He served as president of the American Dental Association (ADA), the American Association of Dental Schools (AADS), and the California Dental Association. He also served as treasurer of the Fédération Dentaire Internationale (FDI). In addition to his participation in international, national, state, and regional dental organizations, Dr Dugoni has held several leadership positions in the Northern California section of the ACD, most notably as president in 1975 and as chairman of the executive committee in 1976. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards and citations, including the AADS Distinguished Service Award in 2000, the ADA Distinguished Service Award in 1995 (its highest honor), and the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists 2001 Award of Merit. In 1998, he was elected to the prestigious FDI List of Honour, limited to 30 persons worldwide. He has presented more than 500 lectures, papers, clinics, and essays in his career and has published more than 100 articles.
Canadian Association of Orthodontists elects new president Dr Ken Glover of Edmonton, Alberta, was elected as president of the
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Canadian Association of Orthodontists (CAO) for the 2001-2002 term. He received his dentistry degree from the University of Alberta in 1962 and practiced in rural Alberta for 5 years before returning to Edmonton to join a general dentistry group. He was also a part-time pedodontic clinical instructor at the University of Alberta for 10 years before undertaking graduate education in a combined orthodontic, pedodontic, and higher education program. He completed this 3-year program at the University of Washington, Seattle, designed for prospective dental educators, in 1980. The Glover family, including wife Elinor, son Brian, and daughters Diane and Karen, then returned to Edmonton, where he took on the challenge of undergraduate and graduate orthodontic education at the University of Alberta, where he has remained ever since. During his tenure, he achieved professorial status and has served on many faculty committees, including curriculum, academic standing, and Academic Staff Association. He has served in various capacities, including president, of the Alberta Society of Orthodontists. He joined the CAO Board in 1988 as a provincial director for 4 years before becoming editor of The Bulletin,—a post he still holds. Currently, Dr Glover serves at the Canadian Dental Association level as the orthodontic specialist representative to the Agreement on Internal Trade and the Clinical Collaboration for Clinical Practice Guidelines in Dentistry. Others elected at the Vancouver meeting were president elect, Dr Don Robertson, Sidney, British Columbia; first vice president, Dr Paul Korne, Montreal, Quebec; second vice president, Dr Amanda Maplethorp, Maple Ridge,
British Columbia; and secretary/ treasurer, Dr Gordon Organ, Mississauga, Ontario.
Expanded use of diplomate status At the request of the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO), the Council on Dental Education and Licensure and its Council on Ethics, Bylaws and Judicial Affairs guided by the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct, have approved the following change in the use of ABO diplomate status. When using the title “Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics” or “Certified, American Board of Orthodontics,” they recommend adding the phrase “The only orthodontic specialty board recognized by the American Dental Association and sponsored by the American Association of Orthodontists.” This new statement can be placed under the title or at the bottom of stationery, business cards, and pamphlets. This terminology is intended to emphasize the validity of our organization and board certification. In addition, the ABO has also approved changes in policy to allow expanded use of diplomate status in the following areas: • Use of ABO diplomate status in signs, Web sites (providing a link to the ABO Web site to increase public awareness and understanding of the certification process), group or individual listings in yellow pages, and tasteful advertisements. • Use of the ABO logo on Web sites of board-certified orthodontists in accordance with guidelines similar to those adopted by the AAO for using its logo.
• The pledge is reworded to read: “I shall only use the acknowledgement of my Diplomate status in an honest and forthright manner and in the best interest of my patients and the specialty of orthodontics.” This important change in policy is intended to educate the general public and the dental community about the value of ABO certification. Information regarding these changes may be obtained from the ABO’s Web site at www.americanboardortho.com, or from its central office by e-mail at amboard@ earthlink.net or phone at 314-432-6130.
Pre-Convention Guide for 18th Annual AACD Scientific Session released online The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) has released online the Pre-Convention Guide for its 18th Annual Scientific Session. It contains full conference information and can be viewed at the revamped official Web site, www.aacdhawaii.com. This year will mark the 18th consecutive year that the AACD has hosted the world’s largest conference dedicated specifically to advancing the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. From May 7-12, 2002, the world of cosmetic dentistry will convene in Honolulu, Hawaii, when the AACD takes cosmetic dentistry From Solo to Symphony.
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News, comments, and service announcements Thomas Watters joins the AAO staff in February The AAO Board of Trustees has selected a new executive director to lead the organization. Thomas Watters of Kansas City, Mo, will join the AAO staff in late February. He replaces Ronald Moen, who joined the American Dietetic Association as chief executive officer. “Tom will be in overall charge of the staff and the central office administration,” said Dr James Gjerset, who served as chair of the search committee for the executive director. “He will ensure that the policies of the AAO, as determined by the Board of Trustees and the House of Delegates, are carried out completely and in a timely fashion. He will be a resource person for the Board and will help the Board to ferret out new ideas and new concepts, which will help the AAO give even better service and better value to its members.” Mr. Watters comes to the AAO from the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP), where he served as executive director for 9 years. With more than 600 chapters and 40,000 members and affiliates worldwide, the IAAP is the world’s largest association for administrative support staff. Since 1942, it has provided research on office trends, publications, seminars and conferences, and additional resources to assist administrative professionals to enhance their skills and become more effective contributors to their employers. During his tenure with the IAAP, Mr Watters helped stabilize its membership, rebuilt its staff, and revitalized its governance structure. He also oversaw the Research and Education Foundation, which raises funds for research on the profession, and the Retirement Centers Trust, which operates a 168-unit retirement center for administrative professionals in Rio Rancho, NM. The strength and stability of the AAO, and its potential for growth, drew Mr Watters to this new position. St Louis is also his hometown. 240
“This is an opportunity to associate myself with an organization that is very strong and stable but is not content with the status quo,” he said. “The organization wants to grow further, improve the quality of services, and expand its reach.” The AAO Board of Trustees appointed 5 trustees to the search committee for the new executive director, including Dr Gjerset, Dr James Caveney, Dr B. Melvin DeSoto, Dr Raymond George Sr, and Dr Robert Bray. The Board of Trustees also hired Tuft and Associates Inc to assist the search committee with its task. “The search process was really very enjoyable for me,” Dr Gjerset said. “Everyone involved fulfilled their roles and responsibilities admirably. I would like to publicly thank Tuft and Associates, attorney Kathryn Love of the law firm of Bryan Cave LLP, the members of the search committee, all members of the Board, and all the candidates for their respective parts in the process. It was truly a great honor for me to be involved.” AAO president, Dr Frederick Preis, is also pleased with the outcome of the process. He stated, “As with anything that has great consequences, everyone learns. We learned that the process is as important as the product in some cases. We had to make sure we went through every step of the process. Everyone was heard and involved. We learned the value of using professionals to assist us in the search. The staff members of Tuft and Associates were outstanding. We also learned that a group of people (the selection committee) really could reach consensus. Everyone had the best interest of the AAO at hand.”
Arthur Dugoni feted by American College of Dentists The American College of Dentists (ACD) honored Dr Arthur A. Dugoni, dean of the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, with the William John Gies Award on October 12, 2001, in Kansas
City, Mo. Established in memory of Gies, a pioneer in advancing dental education and research, this award recognizes Dr Dugoni’s leadership and meritorious services to the profession. It is the highest honor bestowed by the ACD to a fellow of the organization. Dr Richard E. Bradley, president of the ACD, presented the Gies medallion and plaque during the ACD convocation at the Westin Crown Center. “I am deeply grateful to receive this award honoring the memory of Dr William J. Gies. He established the educational foundation that transformed dentistry from a trade to a profession,” said Dr Dugoni. Dr Dugoni, an exemplary educator, practitioner, and leader, is 1 of the most respected figures in the profession. He served as president of the American Dental Association (ADA), the American Association of Dental Schools (AADS), and the California Dental Association. He also served as treasurer of the Fédération Dentaire Internationale (FDI). In addition to his participation in international, national, state, and regional dental organizations, Dr Dugoni has held several leadership positions in the Northern California section of the ACD, most notably as president in 1975 and as chairman of the executive committee in 1976. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards and citations, including the AADS Distinguished Service Award in 2000, the ADA Distinguished Service Award in 1995 (its highest honor), and the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists 2001 Award of Merit. In 1998, he was elected to the prestigious FDI List of Honour, limited to 30 persons worldwide. He has presented more than 500 lectures, papers, clinics, and essays in his career and has published more than 100 articles.
Canadian Association of Orthodontists elects new president Dr Ken Glover of Edmonton, Alberta, was elected as president of the
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Canadian Association of Orthodontists (CAO) for the 2001-2002 term. He received his dentistry degree from the University of Alberta in 1962 and practiced in rural Alberta for 5 years before returning to Edmonton to join a general dentistry group. He was also a part-time pedodontic clinical instructor at the University of Alberta for 10 years before undertaking graduate education in a combined orthodontic, pedodontic, and higher education program. He completed this 3-year program at the University of Washington, Seattle, designed for prospective dental educators, in 1980. The Glover family, including wife Elinor, son Brian, and daughters Diane and Karen, then returned to Edmonton, where he took on the challenge of undergraduate and graduate orthodontic education at the University of Alberta, where he has remained ever since. During his tenure, he achieved professorial status and has served on many faculty committees, including curriculum, academic standing, and Academic Staff Association. He has served in various capacities, including president, of the Alberta Society of Orthodontists. He joined the CAO Board in 1988 as a provincial director for 4 years before becoming editor of The Bulletin,—a post he still holds. Currently, Dr Glover serves at the Canadian Dental Association level as the orthodontic specialist representative to the Agreement on Internal Trade and the Clinical Collaboration for Clinical Practice Guidelines in Dentistry. Others elected at the Vancouver meeting were president elect, Dr Don Robertson, Sidney, British Columbia; first vice president, Dr Paul Korne, Montreal, Quebec; second vice president, Dr Amanda Maplethorp, Maple Ridge,
British Columbia; and secretary/ treasurer, Dr Gordon Organ, Mississauga, Ontario.
Expanded use of diplomate status At the request of the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO), the Council on Dental Education and Licensure and its Council on Ethics, Bylaws and Judicial Affairs guided by the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct, have approved the following change in the use of ABO diplomate status. When using the title “Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics” or “Certified, American Board of Orthodontics,” they recommend adding the phrase “The only orthodontic specialty board recognized by the American Dental Association and sponsored by the American Association of Orthodontists.” This new statement can be placed under the title or at the bottom of stationery, business cards, and pamphlets. This terminology is intended to emphasize the validity of our organization and board certification. In addition, the ABO has also approved changes in policy to allow expanded use of diplomate status in the following areas: • Use of ABO diplomate status in signs, Web sites (providing a link to the ABO Web site to increase public awareness and understanding of the certification process), group or individual listings in yellow pages, and tasteful advertisements. • Use of the ABO logo on Web sites of board-certified orthodontists in accordance with guidelines similar to those adopted by the AAO for using its logo.
• The pledge is reworded to read: “I shall only use the acknowledgement of my Diplomate status in an honest and forthright manner and in the best interest of my patients and the specialty of orthodontics.” This important change in policy is intended to educate the general public and the dental community about the value of ABO certification. Information regarding these changes may be obtained from the ABO’s Web site at www.americanboardortho.com, or from its central office by e-mail at amboard@ earthlink.net or phone at 314-432-6130.
Pre-Convention Guide for 18th Annual AACD Scientific Session released online The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) has released online the Pre-Convention Guide for its 18th Annual Scientific Session. It contains full conference information and can be viewed at the revamped official Web site, www.aacdhawaii.com. This year will mark the 18th consecutive year that the AACD has hosted the world’s largest conference dedicated specifically to advancing the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. From May 7-12, 2002, the world of cosmetic dentistry will convene in Honolulu, Hawaii, when the AACD takes cosmetic dentistry From Solo to Symphony.
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