Public MinutesNEW HAMPSHIRE BOARD OF DENTAL EXAMINERS
January 8, 2001 April 9, 2001 May 7, 2001 June 4, 2001 July 2, 2001
August 6, 2001 September 10, 2001 November 5, 2001 December 3, 2001
December 3, 2001
The December 3, 2001 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 PM with the following present:
Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Karen Clough, Public Member
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Camillia L. Paras, RDH
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Absent:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Charles F. Post, DMD
The Board approved the minutes of the November 5, 2001 meeting, as amended.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory ProposalsThe Board discussed amendments to the following sections of RSA 317-A: A:4 II, A:5, A:10, A:25, A:29, A:35, A:17 II(g) and A:17(j).b. Rule Proposals
The Board addressed amendments to the following administrative rules: Den 301.02(a)(11)g, Den 301.01(a)(8), Den 301.02(a)(9), Den 301.01(c), Den 301.02(c), Den 301.01(k) and (l), Den 301.02 (l) and (m), and Den 501.01(a).
2. Federation of Association of Regulatory Boards (FARB) - Board counsel, attorney Wynn Arnold, recently attended the national FARB meeting. Attorney Arnold described FARB as being a strong, well-organized, national organization with headquarters in Chicago. The American Association of Dental Examiners (AADE) is a part of FARB. Among the many issues of interest to the Board addressed at the FARB meeting were scope of practice, teledentistry, and codes of conduct. Attorney Arnold stated that Board resources are significantly enhanced by being able to consult with people identified at the NERB meeting who are addressing the same issues the Board is facing.
3. Ex Parte Communication - Attorney Arnold addressed this topic. Ex parte communication occurs when an agency decision maker communicates directly or indirectly with any person or party about a pending case without providing notice and an opportunity for all parties to participate. Ex parte communication is prohibited by RSA 541-A:36.
4. Meeting with the New Hampshire Dental Society - Representatives of the Dental Society recently met with attorney Wynn Arnold to discuss the legislative process and rule making. There was concern and some confusion among Society members as to what can be accomplished in each area regarding dental auxiliary duties. The Dental Society has been meeting with the New Hampshire Dental Hygienists' Association and with dental assistants to address the expansion of auxiliary duties, but consensus has not been reached. The Board voted to send a letter to all parties encouraging them to obtain a professional mediator to facilitate their meetings.
5. Press Release - The Board discussed and reaffirmed its policy of issuing a press release in disciplinary cases when a practitioner license is revoked or suspended.
6. Disciplinary Lists - The Board voted to place a statement on its web site indicating that information on disciplinary actions taken by the Board may be obtained by calling the Board's office. Upon calling the Board, a person may obtain a list of disciplinary actions taken by the Board and/or public disciplinary documents.
7. American Dental Hygienists' Code of Ethics - tabled.
8. Lakes Region General Hospital (LRGH) and Dental Students - The Board voted to inform Tufts University and Lakes Region General Hospital that their program involving the provision of dental services by dental students is in violation of RSA 317-A:20. The Board strongly supports programs designed to provide dental services to those who have difficulty obtaining treatment. However, a statutory amendment or a restructuring of the LRGH program will be necessary for the program to meet statutory requirements.
9. Hygienists and Antimicrobial Agents - The Board voted to send a letter to Scott Breakstone, M.P.H. informing him that the placing of antimicrobial gels in periodontal pockets by dental hygienists is not allowed by the Board's administrative rules. The Board is considering amending its rules to allow hygienists to perform this procedure.
10. Hygienists and School Fluoride Rinse Programs - The Board voted to consult with the New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy's and the faculty of the New Hampshire Technical Institute Dental Hygiene program regarding the appropriateness of allowing dental hygienists to dilute fluoride concentrate to appropriate dilutions for oral rinsing.
11. Biennial Information Letter - The Board reviewed the information letter it will be sending to all licensees during the 2002 biennial registration.
12. American Association of Dental Examiners (AADE) Clearinghouse - Disciplinary actions are reported to the AADE by 46 states. The Board wrote to the other four states asking them to report disciplinary actions to the AADE. There is a fair chance the Board would not learn of a disciplinary action taken against a dentist holding an active New Hampshire dental license who was practicing in the states that do not report. Two of the four states replied explaining why they would continue to not report to the AADE.
13. Informational:
a. Meeting of Dental Society, Hygienists Association and Dental Assistants
b. Oklahoma and Teledentistry
c. ADA Vacancies
d. Texas Alternative Hygienists Training Program
e. National Board and NERB Comparability Study
f. Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Definition
g. Board Report Submitted to NH General Courts
Qualification and Licensure
1. PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM
a. Frisbee Memorial Hospital - Confirmation was received that the expansion of the Frisbee Memorial Hospital Dental Health Program will be conducted under the supervision of a dentist having an active New Hampshire dental license. Bonnie Ggreaney, RDH will be the hygienist involved in expanding the program to grades 1 - 3 in the elementary schools of Farmington, Milton and Barrington under the supervision of Dr. Mark Chrusz.b. Lamprey Health Care - the Board accepted and approved the annual dental program report of Lamprey Health Care. The program is being conducted under public health supervision.
2. POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
a. Linda L. Hanlon, RDH, PhD - The Board voted to allow Dr. Hanlon to apply for dental hygiene licensure by endorsement.b. Dr. David G. Peters - As required by RSA 317-A:8 I, the Board will ascertain whether the American Dental Association Commission of Accreditation accredits the dental school from which Dr. Peters graduated.
c. Dr. Kelley Peters - will need to complete the written portion of the NERB examination before being eligible for licensure.
3. APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Peter P. Reich, DMD
Ellen P. Ford, RDH
Yan Wang, DMD
Tina T. Ho, DDS
Gregg A. Lombardo, DDS
Blake C. Wullbrandt, DDS
Theodore D. Neff, DDSMembers of the Board voted unanimously, unless otherwise indicated.
The Board voted unanimously to go into non-public session for the purpose of discussing investigations of alleged licensee misconduct, noting that such a non-public session is authorized by RSA 91-A:3, and the Board's executive and deliberative privileges.
November 5, 2001
The November 5, 2001 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 PM with the following present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Karen Clough, Public Member
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Charles F. Post, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Camillia L. Paras, RDH
Absent: Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
The Board approved the minutes of the October 1, 2001 meeting.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) The Board discussed amendments to the following sections of RSA 317-A: A:4 I (b), A:4 II, A:6, A:7-a, A:12 III, A:17 (f), and A:20.2) The Board voted to support the conclusions of the World Health Organization, the U.S. Public Health Service, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the American Dental Association's Council on Scientific Affairs regarding the safety of dental amalgam. Based on hundreds of studies, they concluded that dental amalgam is safe and effective. The Board therefore does not support HB 1251 which bans the use of amalgam in any person under age 18, all women under age 45 and all pregnant women.
b. Rule Proposals
1) The Board voted not to promulgate a rule which would have addressed third party challenges of dental treatment or dental treatment plans. The Board will address this matter in a proposed amendment to RSA 317-A:20 III.
2. Biennial Information Letter - The Board discussed topics suitable for inclusion in the Board's information letter which is sent to all licensees in the biennial registration package.
3. Emergency Kits - The Board voted not to promulgate a rule addressing emergency kits.
4. Dr. Mackler Letter - This letter addressed an advertisement. The Board concluded that the advertisement did not violate the Dental Practice Act.
5. Patient Records - The Board discussed a recent amendment to RSA 332-I regarding fees which may be charged to patients for their records.
6. Ex Parte Communication - The Board's legal counsel will address this topic at the Board's next meeting, i.e., December 3, 2001.
7. NERB/Board Meeting - Dr. Sewall will not attend next months meeting because of his duties as a dental examiner.
8. Conscious Sedation - The Board reviewed a letter from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry regarding a pediatric conscious sedation course.
9. Investigator Training - The Board voted to send Board investigator LeaAnne Haney to specialized investigators training conducted by the Council on Licensure, Enforcement and Regulation.
10. NERB Steering Committee:
Board members Stephen A. Sewall, DDS - Board President, Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD - Board Secretary/Treasurer, and Camillia L. Paras, RDH are members of the Northeast Regional Board (NERB) Steering Committee. This committee gives final approval to policies submitted by the NERB Executive Committee, and to examination policies submitted by the NERB Examination Committee. Dr. Sewall gave a summary of matters addressed at the November 2001 meeting of the Steering Committee.
a. NERB is discussing administering parts of the NERB examination earlier in the educational process to lessen the time between learning a procedure and testing for competence.b. An independent evaluation of the written American Dental Association (ADA) National Board Examination and the NERB written examination found that both examinations are valid for the purposes for which they are written. The National Board tests theoretical knowledge. The NERB examination tests the application of theoretical knowledge to clinical situations.
c. NERB may develop a non-state specific jurisprudence examination to which each state could add questions.
d. NERB supports testing examinees treating patients because some treatment problems cannot be observed if a manikin is used, e.g., poor interaction with patients, residual caries, pulp exposures, and calculus.
e. NERB is considering paying for Board public member attendance at its spring meeting.
f. NERB is developing a local anesthesia examination for dental hygienists. It should be ready in 3 to 6 months.
11. Informational:
a. Dental Materials (Amalgam).
b. Align Technology Litigation.
c. Contributions - NY Forensic Team.
d. Dr. Markos.
e. Dr. Keene.
f. Mass. Dental Student Hygienists.
Qualification and Licensure
1. PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM
The Board voted to accept the annual report of the "Seacoast Healthy Grins" program, which uses public health supervision of dental hygienists to provide services.
2. POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
a. Arthur R. Fantaci, DMD - The Board voted not to reconsider its decision to require Dr. Fantaci to pass the Northeast Regional Board (NERB) Examination and to complete a refresher course before the Board would consider his application for licensure.b. James J. Shinn, RDH - The Board voted to require Mr. Shinn to take a refresher course and then pass the NERB examination before the Board will address his application for licensure.
3. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE
a. The Board voted to activate the license of Linda M. DeLorey, DDS.b. The Board voted to activate the license of Denise Faucher, RDH.
4. APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Peter P. Reich, DMD
Ellen P. Ford, RDH
Yan Wang, DMD
Tina T. Ho, DDS
Gregg A. Lombardo, DDS
Blake C. Wullbrandt, DDS
Theodore D. Neff, DDSMembers of the Board voted unanimously, unless otherwise indicated.
The Board voted unanimously to go into non-public session for the purpose of discussing investigations of alleged licensee misconduct, noting that such a non-public session is authorized by RSA 91-A:3, and the Board's executive and deliberative privileges.
September 10, 2001
The September 10, 2001 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 PM with the following present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Karen Clough, Public Member
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Charles F. Post, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDHAbsent: Camillia L. Paras, RDH
The Board approved the minutes of the August 6, 2001 meeting.
ADMINISTRATIVE
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) The Board voted not to submit a legislative proposal for consideration in the coming legislative session. The Board would have had to attach the proposal to another bill, because June 1, 2001 was the last day to submit new bills for the 2002 session. The Board will submit proposals by June 1, 2002 for the 2003 session, including amendments to RSA 317-A:20 The Practice of Dentistry.2) The Board received new copies of RSA 317-A (the Dental Practice Act) containing amendments to RSA 317-A:8 I, RSA 317-A:15, RSA 317-A:18 and RSA 317-A:18 a IV, which became effective on September 3, 2001.
3) HB 387 - This bill makes changes regarding foreign dental school graduate applications, lapsing of licenses, Board powers concerning unannounced inspections, and public availability of final adjudicatory actions. The bill passed, effective September 3, 2001.
b. Rule Proposals
1) The Board voted to adopt Den 101.06, Den 301.01(g) and (i), and Den 301.02(k), recently approved by the Joint Legislative Rules Committee.
2. Local Anesthesia by Hygienists
a. The Board reviewed written testimony submitted at the public hearing held on August 6, 2001 addressing whether dental hygienists should be allowed to administer local anesthesia after Board required training.b. The Board discussed a letter from the New Hampshire Dental Society regarding the expansion of duties for dental auxiliaries. The Board will inform the Dental Society that the Board intends to include the expansion of auxiliary duties in statutory proposals next spring, or in amendments to the Board's administrative rules.
3. Discipline Publicity - The Board discussed discipline publicity by state dental boards. Almost all states that place disciplinary actions on their web sites simply print a list of names with addresses and license numbers, add a disclaimer, and state that the relevant public documents can be obtained for a fee from the Board upon request. The Board voted to draft a listing for review.
4. Fiscal Report 00-01, Budget 02-03 - informational. The Board's executive secretary presented the report.
5. Conscious Sedation Committee - The Board voted to approve the conscious sedation evaluation protocol submitted by the Board's Conscious Sedation Committee. The Board will request the evaluation schedule planned by the Committee.
6. Board Meetings, 2002 - informational.
7. Disciplinary Queries - The Board makes disciplinary queries of two national organizations, i.e., the National Data Bank and the Clearinghouse of the American Association of Dental Examiners (AADE). Neither organization receives disciplinary data from all states and territories. This makes information received from each organization incomplete and dilutes the Board's efforts to protect the public. The Board voted to send a letter to the dental boards, which do not provide disciplinary data to the AADE, asking them to provide the data. There is no cost to the submitting agency.
8. Investigation Protocol - The Board reviewed the investigation protocol used by the Board, Board investigators, and the Administrative Prosecutions Unit (APU) of the Consumer Protection Agency. Further development of this protocol to include Board members is needed.
9. Advertising Query - The Board reviewed an advertisement of a dental practice that was submitted to the Board by a dentist of another practice. The Board was asked whether the advertisement was permitted by the Board's rules. The Board voted that the advertisement did not rise to the level of a violation of the Dental Practice Act.
10. AADE Hygiene Request - informational.
11. Consultation Services - tabled.
12. Dental Partnership - Tufts University School of Dental Medicine has established a partnership with Lakes Region General Hospital to provide dental students to treat low-income patients in the hospital's dental centers. The Board voted to send a letter to both agencies asking for a description of the program and an explanation of its legality under the New Hampshire Dental Practice Act (RSA 317-A).
*13. David E. Livingston, DDS - The Board voted to ratify its approval of letters sent to Dr. Livingston by the Board on August 14 and August 16, 2001. The August 14th letter lifted the suspension of Dr. Livingston's license to practice in his Laconia office. The August 16th letter lifted the suspension of his license to practice in his Plymouth and Wolfeboro offices. Both letters emphasized that a July 3, 2001 Decision and Order of the Board requires Dr. Livingston to take Board approved courses in radiation safety, infection control and risk management within six months of the Order, i.e., by January 3, 2001.
14. Informational
a. Board Appointments - refer to #01-258.
b. Minutes 1964 and 1972 - refer to #01-259.
c. CAC Meeting - refer to #01-260.
d. NHTI Courses - refer to #01-261.
e. Maryland Dental Board - refer to #01-262.
f. AADE Clinical Exercises - refer to #01-263.
g. Emergency Suspension (CAC) - refer to #01-264.
h. Nurse Anesthetists - refer to #01-265.
i. NERB Comparability Report - refer to #01-266.
j. NH Oral Health Data, 2001 - refer to #01-267.
QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE
**1. Public Health Supervision
The Board voted to accept the public health program report of Cheshire Smiles and the report of the Coos County Family Health Services. These reports are submitted as part of the process by which the Board approves public health supervision of dental hygienists.
2. Continuing Education
The Board voted to approve the continuing education submitted by Michelle M. Walsh, RDH to satisfy the requirements necessary to maintain an active license.
3. License Applications Approved
Robert T. Fiorillo, DDS Heather A. Queen, RDH
Keith A. Byron, DMD Karen M. Henricks, RDH
Danuta Marcia G. Kutt, DMD Dawn Pasquerella, RDH
William Bontempt, DMD Stacy J. Cullen, RDH
Vimal Patel, RDH
Jo-Anne Marino, RDH
Teri M. Maier, RDH
Kimberly S. Chase, RDH
Catherine Kasprak, RDH* Dr. Hrinda and Dr. Paisner abstained.
** Dr. Post abstained from the Cheshire Smiles vote.
Members of the Board voted unanimously, unless otherwise indicated.
The Board voted unanimously to go into non-public session for the purpose of discussing investigations of alleged licensee misconduct, noting that such a non-public session is authorized by RSA 91-A:3, and the Board's executive and deliberative privileges.
August 6, 2001
The August 1, 2001 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 PM with the following present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Karen Clough, Public Member
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Charles F. Post, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Camillia L. Paras, RDHAbsent: None
The Board approved the minutes of the July 2, 2001 meeting.
ADMINISTRATIVE
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) HB 387 - This bill makes changes regarding foreign dental school graduate applications, lapsing of licenses, Board powers concerning unannounced inspections, and public availability of final adjudicatory actions. The bill was passed, effective September 3, 2001.2) The Board discussed amendments and adoptions to the following sections of the Dental Practice Act. RSA 317-A:4 I(b), A:7-a, A:12 III, A:17 II(f), A:20 and A:21-C III. A final proposal will be considered next month, after which the Board will seek a sponsor.
b. Rule Proposals
1) A final proposal has been submitted to the Joint Legislature Rules Committee for rule Den 101.06, Den 301.01(g) and (i), Den 301.02(h) and Den 501(b).2) The Board voted to draft a rule that would require licensees to report to the Board any death that occurred in a dental office. The present rule, Den 304.02(i), only requires that a death associated with general anesthesia or sedation be reported to the Board.
3) The Board will discuss with its legal counsel a rule or statutory change that would explicitly authorize recovery of costs associated with finding a licensee in violation of the Dental Practice Act.
2. Local Anesthesia by Hygienists - Hearing - 6:00 P.M.
The president of the Board, Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, commenced a public hearing in this matter, pursuant to RSA 541-A, to hear testimony on whether it would benefit the public welfare to allow dental hygienists to administer dental local anesthesia. This is now allowed in 28 states. In New Hampshire, it would require a statutory amendment with training specified in the Board's administrative rules.
Public testimony was made by five people, all of whom supported the administration of dental local anesthesia by dental hygienists.
a. Dr. Dave Hedstrom, former Board member and president, stated that it is very important that the duties of dental hygienists and dental assistants be increased and expanded because the current projection is that more dentists will be retiring than graduating from dental school. He said resistance to expanding auxiliary duties has been motivated by "turf" concerns, and the reasons given, such as the safety of the public when hygienists administer anesthesia, or the loss of enamel when a dental assistant polishes a tooth, are "red herrings". The oral health needs of the public must be met. Both duties should be allowed under direct supervision after required training has been completed.b. Joan Kenny Fitzgerald, RDH, testified for the New Hampshire Dental Hygienists' Association. She stated that dental hygienists have already received much of the educational foundation necessary to safely administer dental local anesthesia. The dental hygienist program at the New Hampshire Technical Institute includes head and neck anatomy and the management of emergencies. The basic science courses for hygienists are similar to those given to student nurses, who give drugs both I.V. and I.M. Ms. Fitzgerald said continuity of care would be better if hygienists did not have to stop treatment to summon a dentist to administer anesthesia.
c. Dr. Richard Berryman, former president of the New Hampshire Dental Society, reiterated the reasoning of Dr. Hedstrom to support the administration of local anesthesia by hygienists.
d. Dr. Christos Giotopoulos, representing the New Hampshire Dental Society, stated the Society supported expanding duties for both dental hygienists and dental assistants. The provision of services needs to be more efficient because of a growing shortage of dentists. This year 7,000 dentists will be retiring, but only 4,000 will be graduating from dental school nationally. In addition, the planned expansion of the dental hygiene program at the New Hampshire Technical Institute has been cancelled for lack of funding. The Dental Society has been meeting with the Dental Hygienists' Association and the Dental Assistant's Association. Dr. Giotopoulos asked the Board to wait on the anesthesia issue to allow the meetings to develop a comprehensive plan for increasing auxiliary duties.
There being no further testimony, the president of the board concluded the public hearing at 6:45 P.M. Written testimony was submitted by Dr. Hedstrom, Dr. Berryman and Joan Kenny Fitzgerald, RDH, as well as by the following:
a. Debra Lyon - Piotrowski, RDH, president of the New Hampshire Dental Hygienists' Association, in support.b. R.E. Burdette, DDS - in support.
c. Chryl Boyd, DMD (former dental hygienist) opposed.
3. Discipline Publicity - the Board reviewed a format for discipline publicity on the Board's web site. The Board will obtain a further review from its legal counsel.
4. Board Elections - Pursuant to RSA 317-A:4 II, "the Board shall chose one of its members as its president and one of its members as Secretary Treasurer". The Board re-elected Stephen A. Sewall, DDS as its president, and re-elected Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD as Secretary-Treasurer.
*5. David E. Livingston, DDS - The Board issued a Decision and Order regarding Dr. Livingston on July 3, 2001. Dr. Livingston submitted a Motion for Reconsideration. The Board voted to deny the Motion. The Board also voted to allow Dr. Livingston to choose between having LeaAnne Sarette, RDH and some other organization acceptable to the Board to observe and evaluate his infection control and radiation safety practices in each of his three practice locations.
6. Raymond Winter, DDS - The Board voted to reschedule a hearing scheduled for August 13, 2001 to August 20, 2001 to address this matter.
7. American Association of Dental Administrators Meeting - This meeting will be held in Providence, RI on August 23 - 25. Many of the issues to be discussed are the same issues that the Board faces. The meeting provides an opportunity to learn the attitudes, approaches, solutions and programs other states are using to effectively address them.
8. Informational:
a. Annual Licensure Report - refer to #01-221.
b. Semi-annual Project Update - refer to #01-222.
c. Record Privacy and Medicaid - refer to #01-223.
d. Manikins - refer to #01-224.
e. Advertising - refer to #01-225.
f. Testing Agency Survey - refer to #01-226.
g. Certified Registered Nurse anesthetists - refer to #01-227.
h. Board Investigator - refer to #01-228.
i. Amalgam - refer to #01-229
QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE
1. Public Health Program Reports
The Board reviewed yearly summaries of pubic health dental programs conducted by the Manchester Health Department and the Alexander Eastman Foundation. These reports are submitted as part of the process by which the board approves public health supervision of dental hygienists.
2. Continuing Education
On March 12, 2001 the Board activated the license of Michelle M. Walsh, RDH. The Board informed Ms. Walsh at that time that she would need to complete 6 hours of continuing education by June 30, 2001 or her license would be suspended. Ms. Walsh has not submitted those hours. The Board voted to contact Ms. Walsh and, if appropriate, issue a Notice of Hearing.
3. License Applications Approved
Elizabeth L. Phillips, DDS Julianne Blazon, RDH
Zane T. Broome, DDS Erin L. Degnan, RDH
Alan Haroian, DMD Carol Dilon, RDH
Mehrbod Kharazi, DMD Philana E. Manning, RDH
Richard T. Rehnquist, DDS Eileen M. Mulligan, RDH
Kathryn Horutz, DMD Christie L. Winsor, RDH
Anne Marie Todd, DMD Lisa Ann Solary, RDH
Mario E. Abdennour, DMD
Members of the Board voted unanimously, unless otherwise indicated.
The Board voted unanimously to go into non-public session for the purpose of discussing investigations of alleged licensee misconduct, noting that such a non-public session is authorized by RSA 91-A:3, and the Board's executive and deliberative privileges.
July 2, 2001
The July 2, 2001 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 PM with the following present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Karen Clough, Public Member
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Charles F. Post, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDHAbsent: Camillia L. Paras, RDH
The Board approved the minutes of the June 4, 2001 meeting.
Hearing - 5:00 P.M. - Administrative Rules
The president of the Board, Stephen A. Sewall, DDS commenced a public hearing pursuant to RSA 541-A:11 addressing rule proposals Den 101.06, Den 301.01(g) and (i), Den 301.02.(k) and Den 501.01(f). No verbal or written testimony was received from the public. The hearing ended at 5:30 P.M. The Board will file a final proposal with the Joint Legislative Rules Committee, after waiting 7 days for written comments.
ADMINISTRATIVE
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) SB 22 and HB 462 remain in the legislature. HB 387 has been enrolled.2) The Board discussed drafts of amendments to RSA 317-A:12 III, RSA 317-A:17 II (f) and RSA 317-A:20 (see item #3, below).
b. Rule Proposals
1) The Board addressed drafts of amendments to the following rules: Den 301.01(e) and (f), Den 301.02(e) and (f), Den 403.07(a), Den 301.05, Den 101.09, Den 101.15, Den 102.01(c), Den 205.02(o), Den 301.02(l), Den 501.01(b).2) Rule hearing - addressed above.
2. Complaint Files - The Board discussed how long complaints should be kept on file after dismissal. The Board addressed the matter with legal counsel and decided on the following protocol:
a. Adjudicated complaints - keep in perpetuity.b. All other dismissed complaints - keep ten years.
3. Practice of Dentistry - The Board discussed the practice of dentistry as defined in RSA 317-A:20. The Board is concerned because newer forms of management and ownership of dental practices may compromise the public welfare by interfering with the doctor/patient relationship. This is most likely to occur when unlicensed persons supervise the professional judgment of licensed dentists and attempt to dictate treatment. This matter is being addressed by a Board sub-committee.
4. Local Anesthesia by Hygienists - informational. This matter is being addressed by a Board sub-committee. A public hearing will be held at the Boards meeting in August to obtain testimony from interested parties.
5. Defibrillation - informational. The Board is researching this topic.
6. Discipline Publicity - The Board voted to place on its web site information about disciplinary actions taken against licensees since 1981. Dr. Hrinda abstained.
7. Informational:
a. AADE Editor Request
b. AADE Meeting
c. AADE Licensure Information
d. ADA CERP
e. NERB Consultant Request
f. ADA "Nuts and Bolts"
g. Advertising
h. Education of Hygienists
i. AADA Meeting
Qualification and Licensure
1. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION
Noreen O'Connell, RDH was approved for public health supervision.
2. APPLICATION FOR ANESTHESIA PERMIT
Angel J. Torio, DMD and Nader Moavenian, DDS were granted conscious sedation permits.
3. ANESTHESIA/SEDATION
Pursuant to Den 304.02(e), a dentist shall not administer general anesthesia or sedation in a facility that is not open to Board evaluation.
4. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE
The Board voted to require Amy J. Caron, RDH to complete her 1998-2000 biennial continuing education requirements before her license is activated.
5. APPLICATION DENIED
The Board voted to inform Jennifer M. Fallon, RDH that her application will not be complete until she passes the NERB examination.
6. APPLICATION APPROVED
George R. Wright, DDS
Teri Lynn Lehtinen, RDH
Ali Mashayekhi, DMD
Leonarda C. Bobadilla, RDH
James A. Commette, DMD
Michele Bickford, RDH
Harinderbir Singh, DDS
Colette Susanne Ricco, RDH
Nidhi N. Lumb-Singh, DDS
Debra C. Lannan, RDH
Henry E. Lemieux, DDS
Tiffany M. Burkett, RDH
Wyatt D. Simons, DDS
Kylee Anne Harper, RDH
Lauren I. Comeau, RDH
Krista L. Heyl Dwyer, RDH
Irmina Bond, RDH
Wendy G. Jossick, RDH
Lori Anne O'Brien, RDH
JoAnne F. Rodgers, RDH
Melissa M. Mudarri, RDH
Christina Coviello, RDH
Michael E. Pendleton, RDH
Lee-Anna Bruzga, RDH
Valerie G.E. Hurd, RDH
Rita M. Coolley, RDH
Michelle R. Towne, RDH
Trisha L. Mayotte, RDH
Cheryl E. Andreasen, RDH
Pamela L. Austin, RDH
Robin A. Conley-Ganter, RDH
Amanda Gaissler, RDH
Members of the Board voted unanimously, unless otherwise indicated.
The Board voted unanimously to go into non-public session for the purpose of discussing investigations of alleged licensee misconduct, noting that such a non-public session is authorized by RSA 91-A:3, and the Board's executive and deliberative privileges.
June 4, 2001
The June 4, 2001 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 3:00 PM with the following present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Karen Clough, Public Member
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Camillia L. Paras, RDH
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Charles F. Post, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDHAbsent: Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
The Board approved the minutes of the May 7, 2001 meeting.
Hearing - 6:05 P.M. - Roger G. Reckis, DDS
The president of the Board and presiding officer, Stephen A. Sewall, DDS commenced a public hearing in this matter pursuant to RSA 317-A:17, RSA 317-A:18, RSA 541-A:31 and Den 206.02. The purpose of the hearing was to determine whether Dr. Reckis engaged in unprofessional conduct within the meaning of RSA 317-A:17 II for which disciplinary sanctions should be imposed. Dr. Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD acted as hearing counsel and submitted five (5) exhibits. Dr. Reckis was present and was represented by John Malmburg, Esq. Attorney Malmburg submitted six exhibits.
The presiding officer concluded the hearing at 7:00 PM.
ADMINISTRATIVE
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals
HB 387, SB 22 and HB 462 remain in the legislature.b. Rule Proposals
The Board will hold a public hearing on rule proposals Den 101.06, Den 301.01(g) and (i), Den 301.02(k), Den 501.01(f) on July 2, 2001.
2. Local Anesthesia by Hygienists - The Board will hold a public hearing on this topic on August 6, 2001.
3. The Practice of Dentistry - A Board subcommittee is addressing the question of what constitutes the practice of dentistry.
4. Letters of Good Standing - The Board voted to draft a change in its administrative rule Den 301.01(f) which would require applicants for licensure to have their school transcripts, National Board Examination results, and letters of good standing from other states sent directly to the Board by the issuing agency.
5. Advanced Hygiene Concepts, Inc. - Bedford Dental Care inquired about continuing education credits for a four day course given by Advanced Hygiene Concepts, Inc. The board does not pre-approve courses and voted to refer Bedford Dental Care to the Board's continuing education rules.
6. Washington State Questionnaire - The Board will refer this inquiry to the Northeast Regional Board (NERB).
7. Conscious Sedation Committee - This is a committee of Board consultants who will be doing evaluations of the facility, equipment, staff and records of dentists holding permits to administer conscious sedation. The Board voted to have one member of the Conscious Sedation Committee be a member of the General Anesthesia and Deep Sedation Committee to maintain communication between the two committees.
8. Orthodontic Consulting - The Board affirmed that a license is not required to provide consulting services in orthodontic dental assisting.
9. Name Change - The Board voted to require licensees to legally document name changes to ensure the Board has accurate professional names. The Board will draft a rule to clarify this requirement.
10. Conference Calls - informational.
11. Annual Statement of Financial Interests - These are required by the state from each Board member.
12. Informational:
a. Corrected Attendance Record - refer to #01-117.
b. "When Good Doctors go Bad" - refer to #01-118.
c. Updated Investigative Protocol - refer to #01-119.
d. Clam Haven Hrinda - refer to #01-120.
e. President - Post Board - refer to #01121.
f. Definition of Dentistry - Virginia - refer to #01-122.
g. Memo from Dental Assisting National Board - This memo discusses definitions of credentialing, certification, licensure and registration.
h. DANB Fact Sheet - refer to #01-124.
i. Editorial (AADE) - refer to #01-125.
j. Legislative Update (ADA) refer to #01-126.
k. Initial Licensure - refer to #01-127.
l. Citizen Advocacy - refer to #01-128.
m. HIV and Aids Cases - refer to #01-160.
n. CAC News and Views - refer to #01-161.
o. CRDTS - refer to #01-162.
p. NERB/Human Subjects - refer to #01-163.
q. SRTA/Human subjects - The Board will refer this and other appropriate issues to the NERB Steering Committee.
r. AADE/Human Subjects - refer to #01-165
s. Mercury Suits - refer to #01-166.
t. Maryland Report - refer to #01-167.
u. AADE/Data Bank - refer to #01-168.
v. Ethics in Dentistry - refer to #01-169.
QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION
Cynthia M. Davenport, RDH - The Board determined that Ms. Davenport does not need public health supervision for her school activity.
Loretta L. Morrissette, RDH - The Board voted to approve public health status for Ms. Morrissette.
2. APPLICATION FOR CONSCIOUS SEDATION
Ashok K. Patel, DMD - The Board voted to give a conscious sedation permit to Dr. Patel.
Albert St. Germain, DDS - The Board voted to give a conscious sedation permit to Dr. St. Germain.
3. ANESTHESIA/SEDATION EVALUATION
Thomas Hillebrand, DMD - Dr. Hillebrand successfully completed the anesthesia/sedation evaluation conducted by the Board's consultants.
4. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE
Margaret Ethel Butler - The Board voted to activate Ms. Butler's license.
5. QUALIFICATIONS
Celeste M. Theroux, RDH - Ms. Theroux qualified for sealant application.
6. POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
James M. D'Amico, DDS - The Board voted to wait until Dr. D'Amico completes his application, before acting on his application.Philippe D. Charlebois, DMD - The Board voted to accept the regional examination completed by Dr. Charlebois for licensure.
7. APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Angel J. Torio, DMD
Cheryle A. Perry, RDH
Laurie A. Aiton, DDS
Brenda L. Frisbie, RDH
Nasser S. Hanna, DDS
Sunday Page Chapman, RDH
Varsha, Jhawer, DDS
Denise Purtle, RDH
Kevin G. Fallon, DDS
Stephanie L. Crain, RDH
Philippe D. Charlebois, DMD
Amanda L. Gaissler, RDH
Dawn F. Ruddy, RDH
Audrey M. Champagne, RDH
Nicole J. Van Dyke, RDH
Jennifer M. Fallon, RDH
Polly Ann MaCaione, RDH
Members of the Board voted unanimously, unless otherwise indicated.
The Board voted unanimously to go into non-public session for the purpose of discussing investigations of alleged licensee misconduct, noting that such a non-public session is authorized by RSA 91-A:3, and the Board's executive and deliberative privileges.
MAY 7, 2001
The May 7, 2001 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 PM with the following present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Karen Clough, Public Member
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Camillia L. Paras, RDH
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Charles F. Post, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Absent: Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
The Board approved the minutes of the April 9, 2001 meeting.
ADMINISTRATIVE
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) HB 387 (Board proposal) - This bill is scheduled to be heard by a Senate committee on May 16, 2001.2) HB 462 - This bill will require state regulatory boards to develop orientation manuals. It is being addressed by a House subcommittee.
4) SB 22 -This bill addressed the certification of radiographers. The House ED and A Committee will address it on May 8, 2001.
b. Rule Proposals
1) Den 101.06, Den 301.01(g) and (i), Den 301.02(k), Den 501.01(b) - in process.
2. Coronal Polishing - The Dental Society has asked the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners (Board) to seek an amendment to the Dental Practice Act to allow qualified dental assistants to perform coronal polishing. Similar legislation was sought by the Board of Dental Examiners two years ago. The ensuing controversy resulted in the proposal failing to pass. At that time the legislative committee addressing the proposal strongly suggested that the dental community, i.e., dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants, should resolve there differences regarding coronal polishing before a similar future proposal is made.
The board voted to inform the Dental Society that the board will support an amendment to the Dental Practice Act allowing qualified dental assistants to perform coronal polishing, if the public is protected and a consensus is first obtained among the involved parties.
3. Root Planing and Curettage - The Board voted to inform the Arizona Board of Dental Examiners that the Board is not aware of any problem in New Hampshire involving oral prophylaxis being fraudulently billed as a more difficult and expensive root planing and curettage procedure.
4. Local Anesthesia by Hygienists - informational. This topic is being addressed by a Board subcommittee.
5. Licensing by Examination - The Board will inform applicants for licensure by examination that they will have to pass the written portion of the Northeast Regional Board Examination (NERB).
6. Continuing Education and NERB - The Board voted to give 40 hours of continuing education credits for passing the written portion of the NERB examination.
7. Delta License Number - informational.
8. Annual Dental Examination - The Board voted to draft a rule clarifying that active dental patients, other than emergency patients, shall have an oral examination by a dentist annually.
9. Letters of Good Standing - The Board voted to require applicants for licensure to update state letters of good standing that are more than four months old.
10. Informational - Discussion tabled.
Hearing - 5 P.M. - David E. Livingston, DDS
Pursuant to RSA 541-A and RSA 317-A:18-a, Dr. Stephen A. Sewall, president of the Board, commenced a public hearing to address allegations of professional misconduct against David E. Livingston, DDS. Marguerite Wageling, Esq. acted as Hearing Council. Dr. Livingston was represented by attorney Robert Hemeon, Esq. Both Attorney Wageling and Attorney Hemeon presented witnesses and submitted exhibits.
The President closed the hearing at 8:32 P.M.
QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION
Cynthia M. Davenport, RDH - Tabled.
Loretta L. Morrissette, RDH - Tabled.
2. CONTINUING EDUCATION
Ann L'Italien, RDH - The Board voted not to give professional continuing education credit to Ms. L'Italien for a course in digital imaging and photography, because the course did not meet the requirement of Den 403.07(a)(1).
3. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE
Leonard L. Haynes, DDS - The Board approved a letter to Dr. Haynes regarding licensure.Juanita R. Potwin, RDH - The Board voted to accept the refresher course completed by Ms. Potwin as a requirement for activation of her license.
4. POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
Nayeli V. McCaskey, DMD - InformationalSalim Mohammadi, DDS - The Board voted to send a license application to Dr. Mohammadi.
5. APPLICATIONS FOR APPROVAL
The following applications were approved:Even D. Shieh, DMD
Dianna C. Driscoll, RDH
Brett A. Dormer, DDS
Sheila M. Cox, RDH
Marzanna Nogay, DDS
Nancy J. Kouloura, RDH
Members of the Board voted unanimously, unless otherwise indicated.
The Board voted unanimously to go into non-public session for the purpoe of discussing investigations of alleged licensee misconduct, noting that such a non-public session is authorized by RSA 91-A:3, and the Board's executive and deliberative privileges.
APRIL 9, 2001
The April 9, 2001 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 PM with the following present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Karen Clough, Public Member
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Camillia L. Paras, RDH
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Charles F. Post, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDHAbsent: None
The Board approved the minutes of the March 12, 2001 meeting.
ADMINISTRATIVE
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) HB 387 (Board proposal) - The house voted 18-0 "ought to pass".2) HB 462 - This bill will require state regulatory boards to develop orientation manuals. In house subcommittee.
3) HB 665 - This is a bill protecting licensed professionals from "whistle blowers." It has been voted "inexpedient to legislate" because protection is already afforded by RSA 271-E 12.
4) SB 22 - A hearing date has not been set. The Board gave a written statement to each of the subcommittee's five members.
b. Rule Proposals
1) Den 101.06, Den 301.01(g) and (i), Den 301.02(k), Den 501.01(b) - in process.
2. Anesthesia/Sedation -
a. The Board voted to split the current Anesthesia/Sedation Committee into two committees. One committee will evaluate those with permits to administer general anesthesia, deep sedation and conscious sedation. The second committee will evaluate those who administer conscious sedation, only. The Board will ask three members of the current committee to form the Conscious Sedation Committee, develop the conscious sedation evaluation protocol, and begin evaluations.b. The Board will ask the Anesthesia/Sedation Committee to advise the Board as to the necessity of evaluating hospital outpatient dental facilities.
3. Telemedicine Regulation - The Board voted to refer this topic to the Board's subcommittee addressing "the practice of dentistry."
4. Executive Council Request - informational.
5. Statement of Confidentiality - The Board voted to approve a statement of confidentiality sent to the Board by the Central Regional Dental Service (CRDS), Inc., as amended by the Board. The Board will send the statement back to the CRDT for its approval.
6. Foreign License Applicants - The Iowa Dental Board asked the Board what policy it uses regarding foreign trained dental license applicants. The Board will inform the Iowa Board that all foreign trained dentists, including those who have had specialty training in an accredited U.S. dental school, must have graduated from on ADA accredited general dentistry program of at least two years duration.
7. Practice of Dentistry - The Board received a letter with attached documentation dealing with the issue of insurance consultants influencing dental treatment plans in states where the consultant does not hold a license to practice dentistry. The Board voted to refer this material to its subcommittee addressing the practice of dentistry.
8. Delta License Numbers - A dental licensee has informed the Board that Delta Dental Insurance Company is using an alternate identification number in the license number field on dental claim forms. The Board will confirm with its legal counsel the validity of the insurance company's claim that this procedure is legal.
9. Practice Announcement - In answer to a question, the Board will advise a dental licensee that there is nothing in the Dental Practice Act that prohibits him from announcing the re-establishment of his dental practice and making appointments. The Board will remind the licensee of the requirements of Den 501.01 Ethical Duties as it pertains to patient lists and information from an office of former employment.
10. Internet Courses - Continuing education courses given on the internet are acceptable for up to 20% of the continuing education required by the Board, if the course meets the requirements of Den 403.07(b).
11. Loss of Hospital Privileges - The Board will ask the Medical Board whether it is notified by the hospital when a physician loses hospital privileges, and if it is notified, what it does with this information.
12. ADA Resolution - The American Dental Association (ADA) supports the elimination of human subjects in clinical licensure examinations. The American Association of Dental Examiners (AADE) has sent a letter to the Board asking for its position.
The Board is a member of the Northeast Regional Board (NERB). The Board supports the NERB position, which is to retain human subjects, because there is no adequate alternative for testing competency in some clinical procedures, such as dental hygiene and periodontics.
13. Meeting of the NERB Steering Committee - A presentation was made at the meeting of the NERB Steering Committee in which the following observations were made:
a. The number of dentists graduating annually in the United States has fallen from over 6,000 in the 1970's to less than 4,000 today. This puts great financial pressure on dental schools to graduate students who have been admitted. This leads to higher failure rates for the Board examination new dentists must pass in order to practice, even though the examinations are easier. This in turn leads to pressure on the examining community to dumb down the examinations.b. The examining community was praised for the changes that have been made to ensure that examinations given are fair and a true test of competency, as required by the public interest. For example, in the NERB test:
1) The examiners are equilibrated.
2) Human subjects are used only when necessary.
3) Scoring is blind.
4) Outmoded procedures have been eliminated, so testing conforms to today's practice.c. The examining community has difficulty obtaining a sufficient number of examiners.
14. Board Examiners - The Board voted to inform the Governor and Council that newly appointed Board members are expected to be NERB examiners. This requires attendance at a Spring Assembly for training, as well as travel to distant locations as examiners.
15. NERB Written Examinations -
a. The NERB written examination consists of 280 case based questions, i.e., the questions are about the every day clinical practices of dentistry. The board voted to require all applicants for dental licensure by examination to pass the written portion of the NERB examination.b. Some states are using the NERB written examination for continuing education credits. The Board will address this issue at its next meeting.
16. Informational
a. Carolyn Hartnett - Carolyn Hartnett, RDH is the Department Head Dental Auxiliaries Program of the New Hampshire Technical Institute. She has submitted her resignation. The Board will express its regret, as well as its appreciation for her outstanding professionalism and cooperation with the Board over the last 20 years.b. Lead exposure - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has issued a safety notification regarding lead lined tables. The Board will post this notification on its web site. The Board will also notify the New Hampshire Dental Hygienists Association and the New Hampshire Dental Society.
QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION
The Board approved the following applications to provide public health services:
Helena A. Titlah, RDH
Jean W. McPheters, RDH
Christine Ryan, RDH
The Board will inform Noreen A. O'Connell that sealants can only be applied after a dentist examines the patient, makes a diagnosis, and prescribes sealants. There must be at least general supervision.
The Board approved the following program reports:
Interlakes High School Dental Program
Seacoast Healthy Grins
Greater Nashua Dental Connection
Housebound Patients & Hospice
2. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE
a. Reginald P. Danboise, DMD - The Board approved activation of his license.
JANUARY 8, 2001
The January 8, 2001 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 PM with the following present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Karen Clough, Public Member
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Camillia L. Paras, RDH
Charles F. Post, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Wynn E. Arnold, Esq. - Board CounselAbsent: None
The Board approved the minutes of the December 4, 2000 meeting.
ADMINISTRATIVE
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) Representative Merton S. Dyer is sponsoring amendments to RSA 317- A:6, A:8, A:15, A:18, and A:18-a at the request of the Board.2) HB 139 - This Bill states that any private organization affected by a rule being proposed by an agency, board or commission regulating occupational licenses, must submit a written statement summarizing its support or objection. The Board opposes this bill because of its vagueness and questionable legality. The Board believes that public awareness can be attained by requiring the promulgating agency to notify the affected organization. The organization could then submit a statement, if it so desired.
b. Rule Proposals
1) The Board is in the process of amending PART Den 101, Den 301.01 and Den 301.02.
2. Project Status - informational. This is the semi-annual update of the statuses of all Board projects.
3. Georgia Survey - This survey addressed early Board examinations, i.e., an examination given before students graduate from dental school.
4. Administrative Assistant - The Board has hired Ms. Tina Kelley to be its administrative assistant.
5. New England Boards of Dentistry Meeting - This meeting has been cancelled.
6. Citizen Advocacy Meeting (CAC) - Karen Clough, public member of the Board, attended the Citizen Advocacy Center 2000 Annual Meeting in Seattle, Washington. She presented a nine page summary of the information she received at the meeting. Topics covered included the history and purpose of CAC, the prevention of medical errors, provider profiling, and telemedicine.
7. Local Anesthesia by Hygienists - Tabled. This topic is being addressed by an ad hoc committee of three Board members. Documents submitted at this meeting will be addressed next month.
8. Fluoride Inquiry - The board concluded that it would be more appropriate for this inquiry from a dentist to be answered by his peers or his local dental society.
9. Informational
a. WEB Medicine CAC (Citizen Advocacy Center) - Telemedicine is a nationwide phenomenon. It primarily involves diognosis and prescribing, both of which are included in the New Hampshire definition of the "practice of dentistry". The Board will ask other states for copies of their rules addressing this area. The Board will also include questions about telemedicine on the registration form used in the next biennial registration.b. Public Members, CAC
c. Scope of Practice, CAC - The Board will determine the scope of practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists in New Hampshire.
d. Internet Dentistry
e. AADE/ADA Conference
f. Cosmetic Surgery, CAC
g. Telemedicine, CAC
h. Dental Hygiene Licensure
i. National Board Examiner - Board member, Linda Seedner, RDH volunteered to assist with the administration of the National Board Examination being given at the New Hampshire Technical Institute on March 27, 2001.
QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION
a. "Seacoast Healthy Grins" - This in-school dental program end-of-year summary was reviewed and accepted by the Board.
2. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE
a. Cynthia Stacy, RDH - the Board activated Ms. Stacy's license.
b. Juanita Potwin, RDH - The Board will require Ms. Potwin to take a refresher course, acceptable to the Board, before the Board will activate her license.
3. CONTINUING EDUCATION
a. Anne Marie Bradshaw, RDH is unable to obtain required continuing education and will inactivate her license.b. Samuel W. Kouchalakos, DDS completed his continuing education requirement for the biennium 1998-2000.
4. LICENSE APPLICATION
a. Charles S. McKinley, DDS - The Board approved the license application of Dr. McKinley.
5. APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Sylvia Christian, DMD
Nicole Desroches, RDH
Stuart Duchon, DDS
Kathleen C. Vachowski, RDH
Sean a. Rayment, DMD
Laurie Anne rosato, DMD
Mitchell J. Magid, DMD
Rois Neil Ward, Jr., DDS
Members of the Board voted unanimously, unless otherwise indicated.
The Board voted unanimously to go into non-public session for the purpose of discussing investigations of alleged licensee misconduct, noting that such a non-public session is authorized by RSA 91-A:3, and the Board's executive and deliberative privileges.