DSB WEEKLY. University of Iowa College of Dentistry. Chris White, Editor. Issue 897. April 23, 2010

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1 University of Iowa College of Dentistry Issue 897 April 23, 2010 DSB WEEKLY Chris White, Editor INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Dr. David Drake Completes CIC Academic Leadership Program Drs. Ettinger and Ruprecht Assume Reins of Triangle Faculty Club 1 1 Cathy Skotowski Presents Poster 2 Jan Lawler and Elaine Brown given IOWA award Apollonian Frolics Photos! Recent Publications Dr. David Drake Completes CIC Academic Leadership Program Dr. David Drake, Department of Endodontics and Dows, has just completed the one-year Academic Leadership Program, which is offered by the Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC). Dr. Drake was one of five University of Iowa faculty who were chosen to join the class of CIC Academic Leadership Program (ALP) Fellows. Faculty from other Big 10 schools, as well as from the University of Chicago, are chosen to join each class. The ALP consists of three seminars hosted by different CIC universities. ALP Fellows may also be required to participate in on-campus activities throughout the academic year. Dr. Drake attended seminars at Michigan State University, the University of Illinois at Champaign, and Purdue University. The program is specifically oriented to address the challenges of academic administration at major research universities and to help faculty members prepare to meet them. Dr. Drake has served as president of the UI Faculty Senate during Prior to that, he served one year as president elect of the UI Faculty Senate. For his third and final year, he will serve as past president and senior advisor to the new president of the UI Faculty Senate. Go Green Tips UI Staff Council Awards Call for Nominations 6 9- Volunteers Invited! Houchen Bindery May 2010 Schedule: May Please have orders ready by Monday noon. Routes are subject to change with advance warning. Drs. Ronald Ettinger and Axel Ruprecht Assume the Reins of the Triangle Faculty Club On April 18, 2010, the College of Dentistry assumed the reins of the Triangle Faculty Club. Dr. Ronald Ettinger, Department of Prosthodontics, and Dows, became president of the organization after serving one year as president-elect. Despite a vigorous campaign to oust Department of Oral Pathology, Radiology and Medicine professor Axel Ruprecht from office (a campaign that was organized and run by Dr. Ruprecht himself), he was re-elected to serve his 17 th consecutive term as secretary-treasurer. (Dr. Ruprecht asserts he was railroaded. ) Dr. William Preucil, professor emeritus in the Department of Music, was elected president-elect.

2 Page 2 Cathy Skotowski Presents Poster at 2010 Iowa Governor s Conference on Public Health Cathy Skotowski, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, presented a poster on April 13 at the 2010 Iowa Governor s Conference on Public Health. Her poster, Pediatric Oral Health Resources on the University of Iowa College of Dentistry s Website, was created to promote awareness of the pediatric oral health resources that are available on the Department of Pediatric Dentistry s department Web site ( The department s resources include educational videos and fact sheets on various pediatric oral health topics that have been developed by faculty members and pediatric residents. (photo, left): Elaine Brown, Associate Dean Cathy Solow, and Jan Lawler. (photo above): Dr. Carrie McKnight Elaine Brown, Jan Lawler, and Dr. Carrie McKnight Receive IOWA Award Dr. Carrie McKnight, Department of Oral Pathology, Radiology and Medicine; Elaine Brown; and Jan Lawler (both Dental Administration), have received the Improving Our Workplace Award (IOWA) for collaborating to develop and implement a new process to provide on-campus interviews. They initiated nine specific days that mixed other applicants together for a day rich in programming. Each day now includes a tour led by current students, a research presentation, lunch with faculty and staff, and the interview itself. Fifteen additional faculty and staff were engaged in the interview process to examine the questions and review the application procedure. Elaine, Jan and Dr. McKnight worked from the perspective of the student in order to provide new and better ways to interview and engage prospective students. Dr. McKnight, Elaine Brown and Jan Lawler were nominated by Associate Dean Cathy Solow. IOWA awardees are recognized for their initiative, innovation, measurable results, and/or sustaining impact. A review committee evaluates the nominations for suitability for the IOWA.

3 Page 3 Apollonian Frolics Held April 17, 2010 The Apollonian Frolics were held Saturday, April 17, 2010, at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Iowa City. The formal event is held annually to recognize the faculty of the year from each dental class and as a final farewell to graduating seniors. The theme for this year s frolics was A G.V. Black Tie Affair. (G.V. Black is considered to be the father of modern dentistry.) Dean David Johnsen welcomed the attendees. A dinner was followed by a reception honoring the faculty members of the year. There was also a senior slide show, drawings for door prizes and dancing with music provided by Rock n Thunder DJ. The master of ceremonies was Iowa American Student Dental Association (IASDA) president, Scott Anderson. For additional photos, see pages 5 and 6. Teacher of the Year Awards Award Recipients: Class of 2013 Dr. Darren Hoffmann Class of 2012 Dr. Michael Finkelstein Class of 2011 Dr. Sandra Guzmán-Armstrong Dr. James Clancy Class of 2010 Adjunct of the Year Faculty of the Year Faculty of ALL Four Years Dr. Richard Sankey Dr. Ana Diaz-Arnold Dr. Michael Kanellis

4 Recent Publications Page 4 Weber-Gasparoni K, Kanellis MJ, Qian F. Iowa s public health-based infant oral health program: a decade of experience. J Dent Educ Apr;74(4): Bergeron C. Aesthetic restoration of maxillary central incisors. Dent Today Mar;29 (3):122, Vargas, MA. Conservative application of resin composites to solve and esthetic problem. Can J Restorative Dent Winter;3: Min-Chieh Liu, Steven A. Aquilino, Peter S. Lund, Marcos A. Vargas, Ana M. Diaz-Arnold, David G. Gratton & Fang Qian. Human Perception of Dental Porcelain Translucency Correlated to Spectrophotometric Measurements. J of Prosthodontics. 2010;19: Dental Filling Station April Monday BBQ Pork Sandwich & Chips $ 3.99 Soup du Jour $2.49 / $3.49 Salad Bar, Deli, Pizza, Sushi & Paninis Tuesday Chicken Strips & Ranch dressing $ 3.99 Soup du Jour $2.49 / $3.49 Salad Bar, Deli, Pizza, Sushi & Paninis Trends in Oral Diseases at the National and Global Levels Eugenio Beltran Division of Oral Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Thursday, 29 April, 12:00-1:00 pm Oral B Classroom Dental Science Building Interdisciplinary Health Group The University of Iowa Pharmaceuticals The University of Iowa Pharmaceuticals (UIP) is the largest and most experienced university-affiliated FDA-registered pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in the United States. UIP has been developing formulations, manufacturing products, and conducting analytical testing in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cgmps) for over 30 years. This presentation will provide an introduction to this organization s services and history. Wednesday Chili Cheese Hot Dog & Chips $ 3.99 Soup du Jour $2.49 / $3.49 Salad Bar, Deli, Pizza, Sushi & Paninis Thursday Taco Bar!!!! Cheddar Bacon Chicken Sandwich & Chips $ 4.99 Soup du Jour $2.49 / $3.49 Salad Bar, Deli, Pizza, Sushi & Paninis Friday Pork Tenderloin Sandwich & Chips $ 3.49 Soup du Jour $2.49 / $3.49 Salad Bar, Deli, Pizza, Sushi & Paninis Thursday, April 29, :00-1:00 pm UI Public Policy Center, Seminar Room 200 South Quadrangle (behind Slater Hall and across from the Fieldhouse)

5 Apollonian Frolics, continued from page 3 Page 5 (Above, left to right): Nick Heider; Allison Reed (D4); Carrie Teahen (D4); Adam Beier; Cody Edwards; Ashley Cox (D4); Jill Anderson; and Scott Anderson (D4). (Above, left to right): Dr. Mike Kanellis, associate dean for patient care; Amy Kanellis; Dr. Dan Caplan, head, Preventive and Community Dentistry; Dr. Jed Hand, executive associate dean; Terri Caplan; Pat Hand; (seated) Dr. Ana Arnold, Pediatric Dentistry; Dr. Sandra Guzmán-Armstrong, Operative Dentistry; Dr. Steve Armstrong, Operative Dentistry; Karen Baker, director, Dental Pharmacy Services; Cathy Solow, associate dean for student affairs; (seated) Dr. David Holmes, head, Family Dentistry, Dr. Richard Sankey, Department of Family Dentistry adjunct faculty; and Apollonian Frolics, continued on page 6 (seated) Mrs. Joann Sankey.

6 Apollonian Frolics, continued from page 5 Page 6 (Above, left to right): Joymarie Saavedra (D4); Sam Kumar; Aba Mills-Robertson (D4); Deb Hoyle, Dental Administration; Asana Mohamad (D4); Diana Choi (D4); Will McBride (D4); Diana Ozuna (D4); Roberto Moreno (D4); and Adriana McMullan. (Above, left to right): Andrea Schmidt (D4); Ryan Borgwardt (D4); Andrew (Rip) Secory (D4); Andy Johnson (D4); Sean Sherry (D3); Kelly Huston (D2); Sara Anstoetter, Dows Dental Research; and Julie Graf (D3).

7 Page 7 Dental Tribune Article Offers Recommendations for Reducing Dental Office Waste and Pollution An article currently published in the Dental Tribune discusses five ways dental practices can reduce waste and pollution. The Eco-Dentistry Association, to honor the 40 th annual Earth Day, wants to encourage the dentistry profession to help save the environment. The article includes a checklist of suggested practices that will help reduce dental office waste and pollution, including disposal of amalgam, environmentally-friendly biodegradable cleaners/disinfectants, reducing infection-control litter, and taking digital images rather than dental x-rays. To read the article, go to:

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9 Page 9 UI and Palmer College Jaw Pain Study Invites Participants People age 21 or older with chronic jaw pain classified as temporomandibular disorder may be eligible to participate in a clinical research study investigating whether the Activator Chiropractic Technique can reduce head and neck pain and the need for prescription pain medications, and improve quality of life. The collaborative study involves the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, the UI Institute for Clinical and Translational Science's Dental Clinical Research Center, and the Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport. Study participants will be randomly assigned to one of four different treatment groups. Participation, including follow-up, will last six months and involves examinations and treatment at the UI Dental Clinical Research Center. Participants assigned to chiropractic care will be referred to a private practice in Coralville. All examinations and treatment are provided free of charge. For more information, contact the UI Dental Clinical Research Center at or

10 Page 10 ` Volunteers Invited Do you have a need for two dental fillings on your permanent back teeth? The UI College of Dentistry is recruiting subjects for a research study to evaluate dental fillings of the back teeth. You may qualify if you have: recession of the gumline on your back teeth eroded, abraded areas or notches at the necks of your back teeth near the gumline Call the Dental Clinical Research Center for a screening appointment at (319) Compensation is provided. The DCRC will provide special assistance for people with physical or other disabilities.

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