Author: Michael Kelley
ASBA Congratulates Roy Green For Going Into Cardinals Ring Of Honor
Arizona Cardinals legend Roy Green is probably best known for his speed that got him the 4.2 time in the 40 yard sprint. In fact, his out of this world speed and world class skill landed him the nickname “Jetstream” and earned him the respect of the greatest players across the league. Many consider him to be the greatest Cardinal of all time. Unfortunately, Roy encountered serious health issues since hanging up the cleats for good. “I had some health issues for years including three heart attacks and two strokes. I definitely wasn’t sleeping — two hours max in the evening and I’d wake up and be up for another couple hours just back and forth,” Green said during an interview. “When you don’t sleep well, you’re just miserable the next day.” It wasn’t since teaming up with David Gergen, President of Pro Player Health Alliance and Executive Director of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy (ASBA), that Roy Green learned the health complications he had were most likely caused by his sleep apnea. Roy mentioned he finally got tested, got the oral appliance and likes to joke by saying he now has more energy than he had when he was playing. The results of receiving treatment for his sleep apnea were shocking to Roy who says, “I haven’t had any serious health issues since getting treated five years ago. Now Dr. Mark Castle, who recently achieved Diplomate Status in the ASBA, manages my treatment.” The overwhelming positive effects of the oral appliance caused Roy Green to shift his focus to helping improve the health of current and former professional athletes through promoting sleep apnea awareness across the country. After joining the cause and using his extensive amount of connections to players, he has helped get over 1400 former players tested and/or treated for sleep apnea. Now Mr. Roy Green dedicates his time and efforts to the American Sleep and Breathing Academy and Pro Player Health Alliance. Making visits to members’ practices and attending all ASBA functions have become a part of his routine, which is why the ASBA is proud to offer congratulations to Roy Green after it was recently announced that he will be entering the Arizona Cardinals Ring of Honor.
Call to Action from Congressman Marty Russo!
ASBA members, you need to be heard! This is a great opportunity to weigh in and make a difference. This is an email I received from Congressman Marty Russo. If you want Oral Appliance Therapy to have its place with Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (what a funny movie that was) we need to get on this. On a serious note, this is a great opportunity to weigh in and share your expertise with influential policy makers. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: We saw 16 really solid comments which are clearly from ASBA folks (including several of you). This is 6% of the total of 274 comments. Many of the other comments are not from experts so it’s more impactful than the small percentage suggests. But more comments will clearly strengthen your case tremendously. Federal Railway Administration: There are only 8 comments from ASBA folks – a subset of the same comments mentioned above. This means 8 of the FMCSA comments were not repeated on the Federal Railway Administration regulation. You may want to remind people to make sure they comment on both sites – and if they left out FRA, go back in and make the comment. On the FRA, there are only 26 total comments so far. That means ASBA folks represent 31% of total comments!! There is real opportunity here to totally dominate the comment field if more comments are made. The following link will take you to the directions and walk you through what to do, step by step. Click Here Your comments can make a difference to transportation safety by giving the government the facts about dental sleep science!
FMCSA Bulletin to Medical Examiners and Training Organizations Regarding Obstructive Sleep Apnea
The purpose of this bulletin is to remind healthcare professionals on FMCSA’s National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (the National Registry) of the current physical qualifications standard and advisory criteria concerning the respiratory system, specifically how the requirements apply to drivers that may have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA Bulletin to MEs and Training Organizations-01122015-4 (1)
UPDATE From Congressman Marty Russo! We Are So Blessed To Have Him With The ASBA
As an update, the DOT has announced three “public listening sessions” as shown below. My strong recommendation is that you try to organize a presentation by someone at each of these- find several strong presenters who are willing to attend any of these sessions in DC, Chicago and LA. Not the same person – good if there is as many as will help. I’ve attached the federal register announcement with more details. Summary FMCSA and FRA announce three public listening sessions on May 12, 17, and 25, 2016, to solicit information on the prevalence of moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) among individuals occupying safety sensitive positions in highway and rail transportation, and of its potential consequences for the safety of rail and highway transportation. FMCSA and FRA (collectively “the Agencies”) also request information on potential costs and benefits from possible regulatory actions that address the safety risks associated with motor carrier and rail transportation workers in safety sensitive positions who have OSA. The listening sessions will provide interested parties an opportunity to share their views and any data or analysis on this topic with representatives of both Agencies. The Agencies will transcribe all comments and place the transcripts in the dockets referenced above for the Agencies’ consideration. The Agencies will webcast the entire proceedings of all three meetings. Dates The listening sessions will be held on: Thursday, May 12, 2016, in Washington, DC; Tuesday, May 17, in, Chicago, IL; and Wednesday, May 25, in Los Angeles, CA. All sessions will run from 10 a.m. to noon and 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., local time. If all interested parties have the opportunity to comment, the sessions may conclude early. Addresses The May 12, 2016, listening session will be held at the National Association of Home Builders, 1201 15th Street NW., Washington, DC 20005. The May 17, 2016, session will be held at the Marriott Courtyard Chicago Downtown/River North, 30 E. Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL 60611. The final session will be held on May 25, 2016, at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, 404 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071. In addition to attending the sessions in person, the Agencies offer several ways to provide comments, as described below. Internet Address for Live Webcast. The Agencies will post specific information on how to participate via the Internet on the Agencies’ Web sites at www.fmcsa.dot.gov/calendar and www.fra.dot.gov/ in advance of the listening session. This Notice provides more information on the listening sessions below in Section II., Meeting Participation and Information the Agencies Seek from the Public.
ARIZONA CARDINALS JOIN ASBA, PHOENIX POLICE, AND PRO PLAYER HEALTH ALLIANCE FOR THE WORLDS LARGEST SLEEP APNEA AWARENESS EVENT
Pro Player Health Alliance is an organization dedicated to helping treat former NFL players who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea(OSA). As a result these superstar athletes then become more than just patients, but every day people who publicly support and spread the awareness of OSA at events across the nation. With a combined effort of former NFL greats, local establishments and public figures, the community as a whole can unite to direct potential patients toward dental/medical professionals who can help. The next Pro Player Health Alliance event, aimed at improving awareness and understanding of sleep related disorders in the general public, is also a fundraiser to benefit the Phoenix Police Foundation. In addition, it will be the first official celebration to kick off the new season for the ArizonaCardinals. Shining a light on life threatening health complications that can be caused by allowing OSA to go untreated has become a primary objective for the Arizona Cardinals since partnering with Pro Player Health Alliance. Location and time of the public awareness event and fundraiser will be Tuesday September 6, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. to close at Padre Murphy’s 4338 West Bell Road, Phoenix AZ 85308. It is expected that this event will draw over 5,000 thousand attendees. Roy Green, NFL legend and former Cardinals WR/DB has said, “If I had met David Gergen years ago, I may not have had to experience having a heart attack, let alone three heart attacks and two strokes. I am extremely grateful for what he’s done for me and my former teammates and I’m glad to be a part of spreading awareness on sleep apnea so others don’t have to go through what I did.” Pro Player Health Alliance President David Gergen, owner of Gergen’s Sleep Appliance Lab and Executive Director of theAmerican Sleep and Breathing Academy is an icon throughout the dental sleep community and will be the MC for the event. David will be on hand to help the public meet their favorite player and to share his extensive knowledge of sleep disorders including the dental treatment of sleep apnea. “Over the years more and more retired NFL greats have contacted me regarding their sleep apnea. I am happy to refer them to a dentist or medical doctor who can help them. It became very obvious that the general population was having the same issue. Roy Green and I decided to help the retired players and improve awareness of sleep disorders by promoting large public events.” – David Gergen
Recap: The American Sleep and Breathing Academy’s annual meeting
The American Sleep and Breathing Academy’s annual meeting in Scottsdale, which took place April 15th and 16th, is the only meeting for dental and medical professionals alike where NFL legends, congressmen and some of the most successful sleep experts in the country come to share their experiences and knowledge with members who attend. This unique combination offers an outlook on all aspects of sleep medicine from the patient’s point of view to working with local government to promote awareness and recognition of sleep disordered breathing in the local community. The meeting started off with a returning key note speaker, former Congressman, Marty Russo. Using his background in his excellent lobbying expertise, Russo spelled out what dentists can do to be successful in influencing the outline of the proposed rulemaking and how oral appliance therapy can be used for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the Federal Railway Administration. By addressing the questions covering areas of most interest to federal policy makers that closely align with the doctor’s expertise, dentists can impact guidelines that will be used to regulate treatment protocols relating to individuals with OSA occupying safety sensitive positions in highway and rail transportation. Dr. Rod Willey, the founder and CEO of the Koala Centers for Sleep Disorders, gave his most heartfelt speech to date. Willey is among the most productive sleep apnea dentists in America and it is clear that his driving force, behind all of this success, is helping to save as many people as possible. This was evident as his passion spewed into the audience, giving attendees tips for building a successful practice while also helping their community. Dr. Jay Wright, orthodontist, had his public speaking debut at the ASBA annual conference. Dr. Wright had no idea but Dr. Paul Serrano, considered by many to be the finest orthodontist in the country, was in attendance. Dr. Serrano said that Dr. Wright was spot on with his lecture. He gave perhaps the finest pediatric sleep algorithm to date. Dr. Kent Smith gave a great presentation on the three things he wishes he knew before treating sleep apnea. Following his lecture, he received a standing ovation and later in the evening, Dr. Smith was informed that he won the ASBA presidency for 2017-2018. David Gergen and NFL greats presented Dr. Elliot Alpher and Dr. Harry Sugg with initiation into the American Sleep and Breathing Academy’s Hall of Fame for their vast achievements in dental sleep medicine. Dr. Sugg, not knowing the honor was coming, broke into tears as Eric Dickerson expressed his gratitude towards him. Dr. Kevin Mueller did a masterful job presenting how to reconstruct a person’s occlusion using crowns, showing that, with proper restorative dentistry and a qualified lab, an oral appliance might not be necessary. Dr. Mueller uses Hershberger Dental Lab in Phoenix, Arizona exclusively. Following Dr. Richard Bonato’s presentation there was a line of people eager to speak with him regarding the information in his speech. Dr. Bonato is heavily involved in the medical devices industry and gave an informative talk on micro recorders and how they can measure patient treatment compliance. Mack Newton, inspirational speaker, several time Tae Kwan Do world champion, spoke about discipline, formulating a good strategy and plan and when to start. Newton said that the “when” is the most important part and now is as good a time as any. Newton also said that if something is possible then it is inevitable and that is how he has always lived his life. Following his presentation, Mack was greeted with a standing ovation. Dr. Robert Iversen, is the program director of Arrowhead Health Centers which offers patients a unique and easy way at obtaining care. Arrowhead Health is a one stop shop for patients who can receive care from multiple specialists under one roof; a convenience not usually available to patients at a reasonable price. Dr. Iversen presented that the doctors in his facility are working with ASBA trained dentists across the community to get oral appliances prescribed to their patients. He also touched on the fact that, skilled dentists, working within the medical model, have a standardized fee but those dentists that do not work within the medical model have a significantly higher fee and have hurt the industry overall. For example, companies like Sleep Services and Mediscore are hurting the industry when they bill over $9000 for an oral appliance and $7000 for an AM Deprogrammer (splint). In addition, these dentists are not properly trained in dental sleep medicine and it is quite evident that patient outcome is not their primary concern. For these reasons, and more, Dr. Iversen asserted that the ASBA is extremely important because it teaches dentists to work within the medical model and to steer clear of fraudulent business people. Dr. Patricio Reyes, board certified and world renowned neurologist for the VA, asserted that the CPAP machine is widely over prescribed. Dr. Reyes touched on the treatment delays within the VA and how he hopes that oral appliance therapy will play a bigger role with the vets and enable care to be more quickly available. Current ASBA President, Dr. Erin Elliott, gave the sleep medicine newbies an incredible introduction to sleep. Attendees were fortunate enough to get this insight from a skilled and professionally trained dental sleep specialist. The second breakout session was presented by Angela Prayne from the Koala Center for Sleep Disorders. She gave insight on front and back office winning strategies for a successful sleep practice. Dr. Gerry Weisfogel, who is the nation’s first cardiologist to be boarded and certified in sleep, talked about chronic care management and how to implement programs with networks of care providers. This breakout session was attended by many and Gerry gave the doctors tips for chronic care with Medicare patients in order to generate more oral appliances.
ASBA Board for 2016/2017
Attendees of the Sleep and Wellness 2016 conference at the DoubleTree Hotel in Scottsdale, Arizona, on April 15 and 16, 2016, voted on a new board made up of ASBA members. The Board members and officers are listed below. Executive Directors: Mr. David Gergen CEO, David Gergen, CDT and President of Pro Player Health Alliance, has been a nationally respected dental lab technician for over 25 years. He received the award for “The Finest Orthodontic Technician in the Country” given by Columbus Dental in 1986. He also has been appointed Executive Director of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy Dental Division, a national interdisciplinary academy dedicated to sleep training and education with over 60,000 members. David rolled out of bed on December 4, 1982 and had his career “ah ha” moment. He knew he was going to be an orthodontic technician and he knew he was going to help people all over the country to help treat their sleep disorders in partnership with their dentists. He has worked for some of the pioneers in the orthodontic and sleep dentistry fields. He was the personal technician for the likes of Dr. Robert Ricketts, Dr. Ronald Roth, Dr. A. Paul Serrano, Dr. Clark Jones, Dr. Harold Gelb, Dr. Joseph R. Cohen, Dr. Rodney Willey, Dr. Allan Bernstein, and Dr. Thien Pham. One of his proudest achievements is receiving The National Leadership award for Arizona Small Businessman of the Year in 2015 Mr. Alan Hickey CFO Alan Hickey was appointed Executive Director of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy “ASBA” in 2015. His mission is to integrate dentistry and medicine in the specialty of sleep medicine disorders. The ASBA develops education and training for sleep healthcare practitioners. Along with the clinical journal ‘Sleep Diagnosis & Therapy’ the ASBA publishes a consumer-orientated magazine titled ‘Sleep & Wellness’ which is distributed to over 127k dental and medical practices. The ASBA also hosts an annual convention in April every year for healthcare specialists. President: Dr. Kent Smith Dr. Kent Smith is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and is on the Advisory Committee of the Australasian Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. In 2007, he was asked to start a sleep curriculum at the Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Clinical Studies. In 2011, he started the SKISH Initiative (“School Kids in Safe Hands”), to keep bus drivers and students safe on the roads. In 2012, he was the first in Texas to be awarded a Dental Sleep Medicine Facility Accreditation and is the creator of the “Best Sleep Hygiene” app, which is a free download. That same year, he was asked to host a radio show on sleep disorders, and has been the host of “The Sleep Show” for the last 3 years, heard every Friday at 1PM on KAAM 770 in the Dallas area. Vice President: Dr. Erin E. Elliott Dr. Erin Elliott is a practicing general dentist with a private practice in Post Falls, Idaho. She focuses on many aspects of dentistry including general and cosmetic dentistry as well as orthodontics and dental sleep apnea. Dr. Elliott is a past president of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy. Dr. Elliott has authored several articles on Dental Sleep Medicine, She is a regular contributor to Dental Economics including her latest article published in the October 2012 issue of Dental Economics entitled “Take the Time to Check for Sleep Apnea and “Pediatric Sleep Apnea” in the June 2013 issue of Dental Economics. She is considered a national expert in this growing field of dentistry and has lectured extensively educating dentists on how to incorporate dental sleep medicine into their practices. Credentialing Director: Dr. Paul Van Walleghem Dr. Paul Van Walleghem has been practicing Dentistry for 27 years and Dental Sleep Medicine for 22 years. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and graduated from Northwestern University Dental School in 1986 with honors. Dr. Van Walleghem received his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 1999, and is a member of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy. Dr. Van Walleghem is credentialing chair for the board of the Sleep and Breathing Academy. BASBA is the board administers diplomacy review and testing for the ASBA. Earning Diplomate status from the ASBA is a unique honor that recognizes special competency in dental sleep medicine. Treasurer: Dr. Richard Klein DDS Dr. Richard Klein founded Michigan Head & Neck Institute, PC in 1985 to provide a place for people suffering from TMJ problems to seek specific treatment. After practicing general dentistry for 17 years (including the voluntary time he spent when he served as a Lieutenant in the US Naval Dental Corp), he saw a need to open a practice that exclusively treated patients with TMJ problems as he saw an increasing amount of patients with the relevant symptoms, and treatment for the condition was evolving. He later added the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea to his exclusive practice as he saw a growing number of people who suffered from the condition, and evolution in the treatment of such a sleep disorder included an oral appliance (mouthpiece) that could be made by an expertly educated dentist like Dr. Klein. Secretary: Mr. Randy Clare Mr. Randy Clare brings to American Sleep and Breathing Academy more than 25 years of experience in the sleep field. He has held numerous management positions throughout his career and has demonstrated a unique view of alternate care diagnostic and therapy models. Mr. Clare’s extensive sleep industry experience and connections assist the American Sleep and Breathing Academy in providing current, relevant, data-proven information on sleep diagnostics, sleep therapies and industry trends. Mr Clare is manages the product Expo at our annual meeting. Dr. Steve Carstensen Dr. Steve Carstensen, DDS, is the co-founder of Premier Sleep Associates, a dental practice dedicated to treating obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. After graduating from Baylor College of Dentistry in 1983, he and his wife, Midge, a dental hygienist, started a private practice of general dentistry in Texas before moving to native Seattle in 1990. In 1996 he achieved Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentists in recognition of over 3000 hours of advanced education in dentistry, with an increasing amount of time in both practice and classwork devoted to sleep medicine. A lifelong educator himself, Dr. Steve is currently the Sleep Education Director for both Pankey Institute and Spear Education, recognized as among the finest places for dentists to further their education. As a volunteer leader for the American Dental Association, he was a Program Chairman and General Chairman for the Annual Session, the biggest educational event the Association sponsors. For the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine he’s been a Board Member, Secretary Treasurer, and President-Elect. In 2006 he achieved Certification by the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Rod Willey Dr. Rod Willey is a Diplomate of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy. He has dedicated his practice to treating sleep disordered breathing, snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, and oral facial pain (TMD). His career path has taken him from general dentistry to the study of functional orthodontics at the United States Dental Institute, to Neuromuscular Occlusion from the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, to treatment of Obstructive sleep Apnea with Oral Appliance Therapy. Dr. Harry Sugg Dr Harry Sugg has related the following credo “Gaining the trust and respect of my patients and colleagues alike means that I’ve proven my expertise professionally and personally. But that’s just a small part of why I maintain professional memberships. It is through these groups that I am able to learn a great deal of information on new advances in dentistry.” “I’m grateful for the knowledge my educational background has afforded me, and I always look forward to new and better ways to treat my patients.” “I like to think that I’ve been practicing ‘people oriented’ dentistry for the last 30 years. During each exam I spend a considerable amount of time just listening to the concerns of my patients, and helping them to understand why I’ve recommended a procedure, and what it will do for them.” Dr. Elliott Alpher Dr. Elliott Alpher has dedicated his life to providing lasting relief to patients with sleep disorders and jaw pain. Among his many accomplishments, affiliations and credentials, Dr. Alpher has pioneered a conservative, non-invasive approach utilizing computerized and verifiable diagnostic methods to treat craniofacial pain as well as sleep disorders. This method of craniofacial pain and sleep disorder treatment has proven to be greatly successful, and is highly regarded as the first method of choice by physicians and patients. – Dr. Shad Morris Dr. Shad L. Morris began observing the toll that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) was taking on the oral health of his patients. In particular a friend and dental patient whom he treated suddenly passed away in his sleep from obstructive sleep Apnea one night due to not wearing his CPAP. Dr. Morris decided he wanted to help save lives through treating OSA. In taking many continuing education courses on OSA, along with the trained staff, Premier Sleep Solutions is now saving lives daily. His involvement in sleep medicine turned from primarily screening for sleep apnea to now having very close relationships with sleep physicians and allied health professionals in the community in treating this disease. Dr. Jeffrey S. Rein Dr. Jeffrey S. Rein received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Loyola University School of Dentistry in 1982. He furthered his studies as a resident at Bird S. Coler Memorial Hospital in New York City where he met Dr. Seltzer. Then, together in 1984, they opened their private practice in restorative dentistry in Williston Park. Dr. Rein also continued his academic affiliations and served on the faculty at New York University College of Dentistry in both the Katherine S. Milbank Special Patient Care Clinic and the Department of Oral Medicine. He has served as a distinguished committee member in the Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. As a member, he actively worked to develop Insurance Reimbursement Guidelines and contributes to manuals used by dental professionals across the nation. Dr. Rein has extensive computer knowledge and has been involved as a consultant to many dental software companies aiding them in the development of software programs to more efficiently treat patients. Dr. Cynthia Wiggins Dr. Cynthia Wiggins received a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from Northern Michigan University in 1988, Cum Laude. She returned to graduate school in 1992 at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. In 1996 she completed her Doctorate of Dental Surgery, (DDS) degree. Dr. Wiggins was awarded the Alpha Omega Scholarship Award for Highest Academic Achievement. She also received the Academy of General Dentistry Senior Student Award, Academy of Periodontology Award for Excellence in Periodontal Diagnosis and Treatment, the Comprehensive Care Award, AG Richard Award for Excellence in Radiography, Delta Sigma Delta Award for Academic Achievement and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Honor Society for General Dentistry. Dr. Wiggins has achieved her Diplomate status for the American Board of Craniofacial Pain the American Bord of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine for her continuing education studies. She has also achieved Master of Excellence for the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain and Fellowship with the Academy of General Dentistry. She is an active member in the American Dental Association, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and is a Founding Member of the Dental Organization for Sleep Apnea. Dr. Kevin Mueller Dr. Kevin Mueller received is D.M.D. from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in 1980. He has specialty training in Sleep Apnea, advanced dental management of snoring and sleep apnea. He has additional training from the L.D. Pankey Institute and Seattle Institute. Dr. Mueller maintains professional memberships in the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain. He enjoys gold and ballroom dancing and is an Associate Faculty of Midwestern Dental School. Dr. Chris Chui Dr. Chris Chui is a general dentist, specialized in Dental Sleep Medicine. He has successfully treated numerous patients with snoring and sleep apnea issues. He utilizes the latest technology and the most up-to-date dental appliances to tackle the patients with sleep issues that a lot of Primary Care Providers and Board Certified Sleep Physicians could not treat.Dr. Chris Chui has been a leading family dentist in the San Francisco Bay Area with expertise in Sleep Apnea, TMJ (Temporal Mandibular Joint Dysfunction) and orthopedic development for both children and adults. A graduate of UC Berkeley with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and of UC San Francisco as a Doctor of Dental Surgery, Dr. Chui has been continuously recognized for his stellar work and genuine patient caring, receiving prestigious accolades such as KRON4 News and the most up-to-date dental appliances to tackle the patients with sleep issues that a lot of Primary Care Providers and Board Certified Sleep Physicians could not treat.Dr. Chris Chui has been a leading family dentist in the San Francisco Bay Area with expertise in Sleep Apnea, TMJ (Temporal Mandibular Joint Dysfunction) and orthopedic development for both children and adults. A graduate of UC Berkeley with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and of UC San Francisco as a Doctor of Dental Surgery, Dr. Chui has been continuously recognized for his stellar work and genuine patient caring, receiving prestigious accolades such as KRON4 News Best of the Bay Dentist, America’s Top Dentist, Fellow of International Congress of Oral Implantologists and Fellow of the International Association of Physiologic Aesthetics.