Dental Examiners BoardNEW HAMPSHIRE BOARD OF DENTAL EXAMINERS
January 7, 2002
The January 7, 2002 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
Marjorie J. Chema, DDSAbsent: None
The Board approved the minutes of the December 3, 2001 meeting as amended.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) HB 1251 - This bill addresses dental amalgam. A hearing is scheduled for January 22 at 10:00 in the Legislative Office Building.2) HB 1378 - This bill establishes a "sunset law" for executive and judicial programs.
3) SB 22 - This bill addressed the licensing of radiographers. It failed to pass, being voted inexpedient to legislate.
4) HB 462 - This bill will require state boards to develop orientation manuals for new members.
5) Drafts of amendments to RSA 317-A, the Dental Practice Act will be addressed at the Board's next meeting on February 4, 2002.
b. Rule Proposals
1) A public hearing was held at 5:12 PM on proposed amendments to the Board's administrative rules pursuant to RSA 541-A. No public testimony was forthcoming. The Board's president concluded the hearing at 5:19 PM. The proposed amendments are to Den 101.14, Den 102.01(c), Den 205.02(o), Den 301.01(e), (f) & (l), Den 301.02(e), (f) & (l), Den 301.05 (a) & (b), Den 403.07(a)(4).2) The Board approved initial drafts of amendments to Den 205.01, Den 302.04(b), Den 402.01(b)(3) and (9), Den 501.01(a) and (f).
2. Auxiliary Duties - James Ferraiolo, DDS, President of the New Hampshire Dental Society, gave a report of the Dental Society's discussions with the Dental Hygienist's Association and the Dental Assisting Association regarding the expansion of auxiliary duties. The Board is hopeful that a consensus can be reached among the three organizations that will support the Board's intention to expand auxiliary duties into areas justified by auxiliary training and experience.
3. Semi-Annual Project Update - The Board reviewed the status of the various projects the Board has initiated through its office staff. Examples are archiving records, purging files, and the 2002 registration. The Board extended kudos to its staff.
4. Capped Pleas - The Board voted to approve the use of capped pleas to facilitate the resolution of disciplinary cases.
5. North Bay/Bioscience, Inc. - Informational, regarding sterilizer monitoring kits.
6. Professional Background Information Services (PBIS) - This is an organization which has been engaged by several states to compile information on license applicants. After discussion, the Board concluded that the documentation it already obtains in the licensing process is similar to that which is obtained by PBIS and adequately protects the public. The Board voted not to engage the services of PBIS.
7. NERB Public Member - informational. The North East Regional Board of Dental Examiners, Inc., of which New Hampshire is a member, has invited public members of state dental boards to attend its Spring General Assembly.
8. American Dental Hygienist's Association Code of Ethics - this topic was tabled until the Board's February meeting.
9. American Dental Association Survey - informational.
10. Fluoride Rinse Program - The Board voted to specify in an administrative rule that dental hygienists conducting a fluoride rinse program under public health supervision can administer a fluoride rinse. Dental hygienists are not allowed to dilute a fluoride concentrate nor dispense the diluted fluoride concentrate for future use.
11. Board Position - The Board is seeking to fill its office licensure clerk position.
12. Informational
a. Hygiene Hylights.
b. ADA Public Member.
c. NERB Hygienist Anesthesia Exam.
d. Message, Dr. Beall (Hrinda).
e. Disciplinary List Format (Hrinda).
f. Reply to Board Letter.
g. Delta Dental.
h. AADE Bulletin Excerpts.
i. Citizen Advocacy Excerpts.
j. Misc. Board Excerpts.
k. 2002 AADE Mid-Year Meeting.
QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION
a. Janice Zivitski, RDH - The Board voted to approve public health supervision status for Ms. Zivitski.
2. RADIOLOGY QUALIFICATIONS
The Board voted to qualify the following in dental radiology:a. Susan Hartford
b. Amy T. Deshaies
c. Laura Anne Palys
3. ANESTHESIA PERMIT
The Board voted to issue a permit to administer general anesthesia and deep sedation to Gregg A. Lombardo, DDS based upon his credentials, pending an on-site evaluation pursuant to Den 304.02.
4. ANESTHESIA/SEDATION EVALUATIONS
The Board voted to accept the recommendations of its consultant Anesthesia/Deep Sedation Evaluation Committee that the following evaluations were satisfactory.a. Somersworth and Dover offices and staff of Dr.'s Albert and Auty.
b. Portsmouth office of Dr. Albert and Auty.
c. Manchester office of Dr. Hochberg.
5. APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Delfin M. Faustino, DDS Jannifer Ruth Marin, RDH
Dori Lang Columbus, DDS
Joseph V. Columbus, 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.
February 4, 2002
The February 4, 2002 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
Marjorie J. Chema, DDSAbsent: None
The Board approved the minutes of the January 7, 2002 meeting as amended.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) The Board received an update on where legislative proposals, that may affect the Board, are in the legislative process. These include HB 1378 (Sunset Law), HB 462 (Orientation Manuals) and HB 1251 (Dental Amalgam). The Board expressed concern over provisions in HB 1251 addressing health risks caused by dental amalgam. The World Health Organization, the U.S. Public Health Service and the American Dental Association have reviewed and evaluated hundreds of studies of the safety of dental amalgam as a tooth restorative material and have concluded that there is negligible health risk to the public. The Board will inform the legislature that the Board is concerned that the language of the bill is not justified by scientific evidence.2) Drafts of Amendments to the Dental Practice Act (RSA 317-A) - Review of the drafts were tabled until next month's meeting of the Board.
b. Rule Proposals
1) The Board reviewed initial drafts of Den 205.01(f), Den 301.02(a)(9), Den 301.02(a)(11), Den 301.02(c), Den 302.02(c), Den 301.01(k) and (l), Den 301.02(k) and (l),Den 302.04(b), Den 402.01(b), 501.01(a) and (f) to begin the rule making process.
2. Dental Editors - In response to a letter from the American Association of Dental Editors regarding New Hampshire dental continuing education requirements, the Board will send the Board's relevant rules to the Association.
3. Status of Sanctions - To ensure timely compliance, the board reviewed the response of licensees sanctioned by the Board.
4. Semi-annual Budget update - informational.
5. American Dental Hygienist's Code of Ethics - The Board appointed a committee composed of Board members Camillia L. Paras, RDH, Linda M. Seedner, RDH, and Eliot L. Paisner, DMD to evaluate this code of ethics. Approximately ____% of New Hampshire hygienists belongs to the American Dental Hygienists Association.
6. Capped Pleas - The Board discussed with its legal counsel the legality of a capped plea approach to facilitate the acceptance of settlement agreements by respondents. The conclusion was that this approach is legally acceptable provided the respondent concedes that Board consideration of the merits of the settlement agreement shall not preclude the Board to subsequently, if necessary, adjudicate the merits of the complaint after due notice and hearing.
7. Biennial Registration - The Board's executive secretary informed the Board that biennial registration forms would be sent to all licensees on February 5, 2002. Licensees must register before April 1, 2002.
8. Informational
a. Letter re settlement agreement.
b. NHTI Courses.
c. Specialty Requirements.
d. DANB Candidate Guide.
e. ADA Advisory Forum.
f. ADA Resolutions.
g. ADA re Dental Auxiliaries.
h. NERB 2002 Examination.
QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. CONSCIOUS SEDATION EVALUATIONS
The Board voted to accept the recommendations of its consultants Conscious Sedation Evaluation Committee that the following dentists have met the requirements of Den 304.02, the Board's administrative rule addressing the use of conscious sedation by dentists.Mark C. DiBona, DDS.
* James B. Haas, DDS.
James D Spivey, DDS.
Ernest M. Marino, DMD.
Albert St. Germaine, DDS.
2. DENTAL RADIOLOGY QUALIFICATIONS
The Board voted to qualify dental assistant Jennifer Perreault in dental radiology.
3. APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Pending passing of the Board's jurisprudence test, the Board approved the license applications of the following individuals:Suman Redy Nalla, DMD
Ann G. Petersson, RDH
Sharok Atighechi, DMD
Angela Marie Simino, RDH
Jonathan Charles Sudol, DMD* Dr. Hrinda recused.
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.
March 4, 2002
The March 4, 2002 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
Marjorie J. Chema, DDSAbsent: Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Camillia L. Paras, RDH
The Board approved the minutes of the February 4, 2002 meeting as amended.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) HB 462 - This proposal addresses the orientation of new Board members and is in a Senate subcommittee.2) HB 1378 - This proposal creates a sunset law. It is in a House subcommittee.
3) HB 1251 - This bill addresses the use of dental amalgam, which contains mercury. It was passed by the House and referred to the Senate. The Board voted to send a letter to the House and Senate Committees considering the bill, supporting the conclusions of world and national scientific organizations that dental amalgam is a safe and effective restorative material.
4) SB 390 - Regarding the licensure of radiographers, this bill was killed.
5) RSA 317-A - The Board reviewed and approved changes to the Dental Practice Act that it will propose in the 2003 Legislative session.
b. Rule Proposals
The Board voted to adopt as corrected the following rules:1) Den 205.02(o) - addresses Board files.
2) Den 301.01(e) - addresses licensure.
3) Den 301.01(f) - licensure.
4) Den 301.01(l) - licensure.
5) Den 301.02(e) - licensure.
6) Den 301.02(f) - licensure.
7) Den 301.02(m) - licensure.
8) Den 301.05(a) - licensure.
9) Den 301.05(b) - addresses change in name or address.
10) Den 403.07(a)(4) - addresses continuing education.
2. Status of Sanctions - The Board reviewed the statuses of recently imposed sanctions against licensees.
3. Lakes General Program - The Board discussed a letter from the Lakes Region General Hospital. The Board voted to reply that the Board interprets the current statute to require that supervision of dental students be on site by a dentist with an active New Hampshire license when treatment is rendered.
4. Dental Radiology - The Board voted to draft an amendment to Den 302.05(f) regarding qualifications of dental assistants in radiology. The amendments would reduce the length of an expanded duty course in radiology from 20 to 16 hours.
5. Aperture - The Board voted to approve a letter to Aperture Credentialing, Inc. regarding lists of sanctioned licensees.
6. Continuing Education - The Board voted to require dental hygienists to obtain 20 hours of continuing education in the biennium 2003 - 2005.
7. "New Patients" - The Board has been asked whether patients, new to a practice, may have a cleaning and radiographs prior to seeing a dentist. This question is not addressed in the Code of Ethics. The Board will ascertain whether other state dental boards have addressed the question. In the meantime, the Board believes this matter should be subject to the professional judgment of the dentist.
8. Board investigator - The Administrative Prosecution Unit has assigned a new investigator, Mr. Don Vandil, to the Board.
9. National Safety Council - The Board voted to determine whether basic life support courses administered by the National Safety Council are equivalent to those given by the Red Cross and American Heart Association.
10. American Association of Dental Examiners composite - The Board will review excerpts from this publication at its next meeting.
11. American Dental Hygienist's Association Code of Ethics - tabled.
12. Informational
a. Dental Licensure Reform
b. ADA Testing
c. Mercury
e. National Board Dates
f. ADA CERP
g. AADE Call for Comments
QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. CONTINUING EDUCATION
The Board voted to give Janet O'Brian, RDH an extra year to complete her continuing education requirements for the biennium 2000 - 2002.
2. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION
The Board reviewed and accepted the Moultonborough Central School preventative dentistry program. It is being conducted by Donna Adams, RDH under the public health supervision of Dr. Charles Lambert.
3. MISCELLANEOUS
* The Board voted not to allow Dr. Jackeline Argandona to pay her biennial registration fee in installments.
4. LICENSE APPLICATION APPROVED
George Robert Evans III, DMD
Karen J. Galat, RDH
Jonghee Hong, DMD
Kristen Lee Chase, RDH
Soheila F Degieux, DDS
Sanaz Danesh, DDS
James Eric Moore, DDS
Richard Elgin Stallard, DDS* Dr. Paisner dissented.
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.
April 1, 2002
The April 1, 2002 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 PM with the following present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Charles F. Post, DMD
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Camillia L. Paras, RDHAbsent: Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Karen Clough, Public Member
The Board approved the minutes of the March 4, 2002 meeting as amended.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) HB 462 - This proposal addresses the orientation of new Board members. It has been voted "Ought to Pass with Amendments" and referred to "Finance".2) HB 1378 - This proposal creates a sunset law. It has been referred for "Interim Study".
3) HB 1251 - This bill addresses the use and disposal of dental amalgam. The Board's Executive Secretary testified on behalf of the Board on March 26 at a Senate hearing.
4) RSA 317-A - Representative Jane Langley will be sponsoring the Board's proposed legislation.
b. Rule Proposals
1) The Board voted to adopt Den 101.14, which defines "registration". It also adopted an amendment to Den 102.01(c) addressing notice of Board meetings.
2. Status of Sanctions - informational.
3. ADHA Code of Ethics - The Board voted to return this matter to a Board subcommittee consisting of Camillia Paras, RDH, Linda Seedner, RDH and Eliot Paisner, DMD.
4. Citizen Advocacy Center Survey (CAC) - The Board discussed a CAC survey on state methods of addressing current competency.
5. Dental Society re Delegable Duties - The Board received a position paper from the New Hampshire Dental Society regarding dental duties of hygienists and dental assistants. The Board previously asked the Dental Society, Dental Hygienist's Association and the Dental Assistant's Association to discuss delegable duties together and, if possible, makes joint recommendations to the Board. The Board considers the position paper from the Dental Society only a start to the process. The Board voted to send a letter to the Dental Society thanking it for the information but noting that the Board has yet to receive information regarding areas of agreement, disagreement and possible compromises among the three organizations. Such information would be very helpful to the Board when it promulgates rules in this area.
6. Dentists Prescribing Habits - informational.
7. American Dental Association (ADA) Call for Licensure Comments - informational.
8. Mall Whitening - The Board received a letter from a company wishing to provide a tooth whitening service in a shopping mall. The company provided no details of its proposed techniques. The Board voted to send a letter asking for more information.
9. Practice Ownership and Licensing - License applicants, who have a third party complete their application, must sign and certify the accuracy of the application.
10. National Safety Council CPR - The Board voted to accept National Safety Council (NSC) qualified instructors in CPR as equivalent in training to American Heart Association and Red Cross qualified instructors. Courses administered by NSC instructors are acceptable to the Board.
11. Child Identification Program - The Board voted to allow Dr. David B. Harte, a Massachusetts dentist, to conduct a child dental identification program using his voluntary services, if he qualifies for temporary licensure pursuant to Den 301.03 (c).
* 12. Greater Nashua Dental Connection - The Board discussed the requirements of dental programs in New Hampshire that will use the services of dental students. The Board will address this topic again at its May 6th, 2002 meeting after consulting with its legal counsel.
13. Informational
a. Idaho Office Self-Assessment.
b. NERB Brochures.
c. ADA Testing.
d. ADA National Board Guide.
e. Amalgam.
f. ADA Accreditation.
g. Drug Dependencies Course.
h. AADE Composite.* Dr. Paisner was recused.
QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION - Program Approval
a. The Board voted to accept the "Miles of Smiles in the Great North Woods" preventive dentistry program. It is being conducted by Karen Dupuis, RDH and Bruce Katz, DDS.b. The Board voted to accept "School Smiles", the dental health project for Southern Carroll County and vicinity. Janice Hempel, RDH and Dr. George Baillandetz are supervising the program.
2. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION ANNUAL REPORT
The Board voted to accept the annual report of the Strafford County Dental Coalition.
3. PLACEMENT OF ANTIMICROBIALS
The Board voted to qualify Cheryl A Sojka in the placement and removal of periodontal chemotherapeutic agents.
4. CONTINUING EDUCATION
The Board voted to grant 90-day extensions to Michele Walsh, RDH and Kathryn Nouer, RDH to meet the biennial continuing education requirements.
5. LICNESE APPLICATION APPROVALS
Rosella C. Butura, DDS
Kristen Lee Chase, RDH
Adam Jason Wolff, DDS
Yvonne Marie Etheridge, RDH
Kiafar Haghkerdar, DMD
Peter Dominic Rachiele, DMD
Franklyn Liberatore, 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.
May 6, 2002
The May 6, 2002 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 PM with the following present:
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Camillia L. Paras, RDH
Karen Clough, Public MemberAbsent: Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Charles F. Post, DMDThe Board approved the minutes of the April 1, 2002 meeting as amended.
HEARING - 4:30 p.m. - Daniel A. Vasquez, DDS
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS, Board member and presiding officer commenced a public hearing pursuant to RSA 317-A:17, RSA 317-A:18-a, and Dental Administrative Rule ("Den") 206. The purpose of the hearing was to give Dr. Vasquez the opportunity to show cause as to why he should not be found to have violated RSA 317-A:17, II (j); and/or RSA 317-A:18, VI; and/or RSA 317-A:18, VIII, and/or Den 206.15(c), by failing to claim a certified letter from the Board and/or failing to respond to a request for information by the Board regarding a complaint sent to the Board by CG.
Dr. Vasquez was represented by Bradley A. Stolzer, Esq. Attorney Stolzer presented three (3) exhibits and two witnesses: Dr. Vasquez and his office manager, Patricia Donahue.
Marguerite Wageling, Esq. acted as hearing counsel within the scope of RSA 317-A:18, II. Attorney Wageling presented five (5) exhibits.
The presiding officer ended the hearing at 5:35 p.m.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) HB 462 - This bill addresses the orientation of new board members. It becomes effective on January 1, 2003.2) HB 1378 - This proposal creates a sunset law. In House.
3) HB 1251 - This bill addresses the use and disposal of dental amalgam. It becomes effective on January 1, 2003.
4) HB 1135 - This bill authorizes the administration of local anesthesia by dental hygienists. It also authorizes the Board to promulgate rules regarding coronal polishing by qualified dental assistants. It becomes effective on July 2, 2002.
5) RSA 317-A (the Dental Practice Act) - Representative Jane Langely will be sponsoring legislation for the Board.
b. Rule Proposals - None were addressed at this meeting.
2. Medication Errors - The Board addressed a letter from David Tupton, PhD, an associate professor at Duquesne University. Professor Tupton inquired about the Board's policy regarding practioners and medication errors. The Board voted to inform Professor Tupton that the Board is required to enforce the requirements of RSA 317-A:17 which states:
II. …Misconduct sufficient to support adverse action shall include:(d) Ignorance, incompetence, or a pattern of behavior inconsistent with the basic knowledge and skills expected of persons licensed to practice dentistry or dental hygiene.
(e) Gross or repeated negligence in practicing dentistry3. Dental Student Externship programs - The Board is seeking legislation that would better protect the public by requiring dental students treating patients in New Hampshire to be directly or indirectly supervised by a New Hampshire licensed dentist who is a faculty member of an American Dental Association accredited school.
4. Seacoast Dental Coalition - The Board voted to seek more information about this program.
5. Biennial Registration - Pursuant to RSA 317-A:13 License Renewal, all licensees were required to renew prior to April 1, 2002. The process went smoothly in large part due to the efforts of the Board's Administrative Assistant, Tina Kelley.
6. Budget Restrictions - informational. Expenditures for hiring, equipment, and out of state travel have been frozen.
7. American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Code of Ethics - The Board voted to refer this document back to its subcommittee.
8. Barry Headings, DMD - The Board signed a settlement agreement with Dr. Headings on March 4, 2002. Dr. Headings' license to practice dentistry was suspended effective August 3, 2001. Dr. Headings has petitioned the Board to lift the suspension. The settlement agreement stated that Dr. Headings must comply with certain conditions before the Board will consider reinstatement. The Board voted to deny Dr. Headings petition because he has not complied with all the conditions outlined in the settlement agreement.
9. Informational:
a. Status of Sanctions.
b. Sedation (Idaho and Arkansas).
c. AADE Composite Excerpts.
d. ADA Legislative report re licensure.
e. NERB Consultant.QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. QUALIFICATIONS
The Board voted to qualify Bonnie Lee Brown, RDH in the placement of antimicrobials, Lisa Stewart, CDA in dental radiology, and Jessica Potter in provisional crown and bridge restorations.2. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE LICENSURE
The Board voted to activate the license of Cynthia A. Trendell, RDH, Dennis Robert Moren, DMD, and Kent K. Wyatt, DDS.3. LICENSE EXTENSIONS
The Board voted to extend active licensure for Ardis Taschner, RDH.4. CONTINUING EDUCATION
* a. The Board voted to give a 90-day extension to David A. Sporcic, DMD to complete his continuing education for the 2000- 2002 biennium.b. Irene C. Nikias, RDH wrote to the Board requesting clarification of what continuing education credit she is entitled for a program given by Dartmouth Community Medical School. The Board voted to seek more information from Ms. Nikias.
** 5. BIENNIAL REGISTRATION
The Board determined that the registration of Dr. Fred W. Salvatoriello was not postmarked before April 1, 2002 and is therefore subject to a fine pursuant to Den 301.04 Board Fees.6. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE APPROVED
Kent H. Wyatt, DDS7. LICENSE APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Randall Thayne Amonett, DDS
Lisa Lattari, RDH
Gary John Witts, DMD
Patricia Mulkerin Fairbank, RDH
Hassan Ali Abdel-Moeti, DMD
Karen A. Young, DMD
Jean M. Nordin, DDS
Jose Ernesto Colon De Jesus, DMD
Jeffrey Jon Dixon, DDS* Karen Clough and Camillia L. Paras, RDH dissented.
** Eliot L. Paisner, DMD dissented.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.
Raymond J. Jarvis, DMD
Executive Secretary
June 3, 2002
The August 5, 2002 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 p.m. with the following members present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Camillia L. Paras, RDH
Charles F. Post, DMD
Karen Clough, Public MemberAbsent: None
The Board approved the minutes of the May 6, 2002 meeting as amended.
PUBLIC MINUTES
HEARING - 4:30 p.m. - Fred Salvatoriello, DMD
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President and presiding officer commenced a public hearing pursuant to RSA 317-A:17, RSA 317-A:18-a, and Dental Administrative Rule Den 206. The purpose of the hearing was to give Dr. Salvatoriello the opportunity to show cause why he should not be found to have violated RSA 317-A:17, II (j); and/or RSA 317-A:18,VI; and/or RSA 317-A:18, VIII; and/or RSA 317-A:27-a; and/or Den 206.15 (c) by failing to claim one or more certified letters from the Board; and/or failing to respond to one or more requests for information by the Board; and/or responding to requests from the Board relative to complaints eighty-five (85) and one hundred seventy-six days (176) rather than twenty (20) days; and/or failing to provide the Board a typed copy of hand written complainant records; and/or not maintaining dental records; and/or not providing pertinent records.
Dr. Salvatoriello elected not to be represented by counsel and testified on his own behalf. Marguerite Wageling, Esq., acted as hearing counsel within the scope of RSA 317-A:18, II. Attorney Wageling presented thirteen (13) exhibits.
The presiding officers directed the parties to submit findings of facts and/or conclusions of law by June 18, 2002.
The presiding officer ended the hearing at 6:10 p.m.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) HB 462 - This bill requires boards to provide orientation information for new members. It becomes effective on January 3, 2003. The Board of Dental Examiners has been providing orientation information to its new members since 1992.2) HB 1135 - This bill allows dental hygienists to use local anesthesia and allows the Board of Dental Examiners to make rules relative to qualified dental assistants performing coronal polishing. It becomes effective on July 2, 2002.
3) HB 1251 - This bill requires dentists and the Department of Health and Human Services to provide information on restorative dental materials, and requires the Department of Environmental Services to adopt rules for the disposal of mercury amalgam waste in an appropriate manner. It becomes effective January 1, 2003.
4) RSA 317-A (Dental Practice Act) - Representative Jane Langley will be sponsoring legislation for the Board.
b. Rule Proposals - None were addressed at this meeting.
2. Primary Source Verification - The Board requires applicants for initial licensure to provide primary source verification of their dental education from American Dental Association accredited schools.
3. Dental School Externship Program- The Board's executive secretary attended a meeting which addressed dental student externship programs in New Hampshire. Attending were Lindsey Josephs of the Endowment for Health, Dr. Susci, the Director of Externship Programs for Tufts University School of Dentistry, Sharon Swanson of Lakes Region General Hospital and Bryan Ayars of Health and Human Services. The Board is proposing an amendment to RSA 317-A:20, V which states:
"V. …Nothing in this chapter shall prevent students from American Dental Association accredited schools from practicing in hospitals or other institutions under the direct or indirect supervision of a faculty member of an American Dental Association accredited school who holds an active New Hampshire dental license."4. Continuing Education Audits - Pursuant to Den 403.04, during the biennium at least 3 percent of active licensees shall be randomly audited by the Board for compliance with Den 403 CONTINUING EDUCATION. The Board will begin the audits after July 1, 2002 for the biennium ending April 1, 2002.
5. Informational
a. Anesthesia/Sedation Evaluation
b. Payment Schedule
c. "Lifetime Membership"
d. Definition of "Dentistry"
e. Status of Sanctions
f. NY Dental Residency
g. Amalgam
h. Licensure
i. Discipline Publicity
j. Complaint/Discipline Time Line (Clough)QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. CONTINUING EDUCATION
a) The Board votes to allow Elizabeth A. Short, RDH until July 1, 2002 to complete her continuing education requirements for the 2000-2002 biennium. After that date Ms. Short will not be allowed to practice, and the Board will issue a notice of hearing, if she has not met the requirements.b) The Board votes to accept a course submitted by Maryly Matthewman, RDH.
2. QUALIFICATIONS
The Board voted to qualify Genevieve Doyle and Lise Boisvert in Dental Radiology.3. ANESTHESIA/SEDATION
The Board voted to issue a permit to Jonathan C. Sudol, DMD to administer general anesthesia, deep sedation and conscious sedation.4. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE LICENSURE
The Board voted to deny activation of the license of Terry Schrubb, DMD until further information is received.5. BIENNIAL REGISTRATION
Pursuant to RSA 317-A:13 and RSA 317-A:15, the Board voted not to waive a late registration fee for Anne Hague, RDH.6. LICENSE APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Nicholas Fleury, DMD
Carrie Elizabeth Mantos, RDH
Danielle Christina Sudol, DMD
Janet O'Brien, RDH
Harpreet Singh Deol, DDS
Kelly Lynn Patterson, RDH
Stephen Frederick Hoffman, DMD
Danielle Marie Sweeney, RDH
Janet D. Stoll, RDH
Susan C. Sifferman, RDH
Tara E. Kingsley, RDH
Christina Lee Sylvain, RDH
Carrie Ann Miller, RDH
Julie Kay Bradley, RDH
Mitaben Manibhai Patel, RDH
Tammy Ann Drew, RDH
Abigail Dalton Alvord, RDH
Katherine Lynn George, RDH
Timothy R. Dlubac, RDH
Jessie B. Berwick, RDHMembers 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.
Raymond J. Jarvis, DMD
Executive Secretary
July 1, 2002
The July 1, 2002 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
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Charles F. Post, DMD
Karen Clough, Public MemberAbsent: Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Camillia L. Paras, RDHThe Board approved the minutes of the June 3, 2002 meeting as amended.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) RSA 317-A (the Dental Practice Act) - The Board's executive secretary will be meeting with representative Jane Langley to discuss the Board's proposal.b. Rule Proposals
1) Coronal Polishing - The Board voted to approve an initial draft of a rule specifying the training a dental assistant will need to qualify to perform coronal polishing.2) Local Anesthesia - The Board discussed a draft of a rule specifying the training a dental hygienist will need to qualify to administer local anesthesia.
2. Scope of Practice - The Board addressed a letter from a manufacturer of consumer products regarding the scope of practice of dentistry in New Hampshire. The letter did not clarify what the manufacturer does. The Board tabled the inquiry until it's next meeting while it consults with legal counsel.
3. NERB Dental Examiner - The Board voted to recommend Carolyn A. Hartnett, RDH, MEd and James D. Spivey RDH, DDS, MS to the North East Regional Board of Dental Examiners (NERB) for appointment as consultant members of the NERB for the year 2003.
4. Lapsed License - Pursuant to RSA 317-A:15 Failure to Register; Penalties, licenses suspended for failure to register shall lapse on July 1 of the registration year. The Board voted to consult with its legal counsel as well as other professional boards to determine whether problems associated with lapsed licenses can be minimized further.
5. Fred Salvatoriello, DMD - The Board discussed proposed findings of fact and rulings of law submitted by hearing counsel and by Dr. Salvatorello subsequent to a public hearing held on June 3, 2002. The Board will issue a Decision and Order in this matter.
6. Barry Headings, DMD - The Board addressed Dr. Heading's submission relative to the board's Order on Petition for Reinstatement. The Board will not be inclined to reinstate Dr. Heading's license until it is assured the settlement agreement between Dr. Headings and the Board has been followed for a period adequate to indicate Dr. Headings is ready to return to practice. The Board will next address this matter at its September 9, 2002 meeting.
7. Lapsed Licensees - The Board voted not to send a courtesy letter to the 150 - 175 licensees whose licenses are about to lapse for failure to register.
8. Informational
a. Budget Reduction - Governor Jeanne Shaheen has directed all departments to decrease their budgets by 3% for fiscal year 2003.
b. Status of Sanctions.
c. Semi-annual Project Update.
d. ADA Code of Ethics Update.
e. Prosthodontics Definition (ADA).
f. "Granite State Dentist".
g. Massachusetts Dental Board.QUALIFICATION AND LICENSURE
1. ANESTHESIA AND SEDATION PERMITS
a. The Board voted to approve the application of Ralph P. Ergas, DMD for a conscious sedation permit.b. The Board voted to approve the application of Rudolph L. Lantelme, DDS for a conscious sedation permit.
2. CONTINUING EDUCATION
The Board voted to inform orthodontists Dr. Thomas C. Chamberlin and Dr. Anne M. Todd that the Board does not pre-approve individual courses for continuing education credits. The Board will suggest they obtain sponsorship or approval pursuant to Den 403.07.3. BIENNIAL REGISTRATION
The Board voted to register and renew the license of Denise J. Monteith, RDH.4. LICENSE APPLICATION APPROVED
Tara Levesque-Vogel, DMD
Diane Marie Blenkhorn, RDH
Erik Henderson Young, DMD
Tamara Brenan Lagarde, RDH
Jay Allan Nesvold, DDS
Lusia Rainha, RDH
Jennifer Ann McConathy, DDS
Kathleen M. Brennan, RDH
Tracy M. Vest, DMD
Robin N. Welch, RDH
Austin H. Wang, DDS
Kerri Ann Steiber, RDH
Fredric Neil Amidon, DMD
Jennifer Lynn, Paquette, RDH
David S. Grody, DMD
Kelley D. Locke, RDH
Daniel A. Goldfarb, DMD
Helen Marie Willis, RDH
Jason Dean Henderson, DMD
Ashlea Helen Ball, RDH
Afsaneh Samadad, DMD
Kimberly Lynn Lambert, RDH
Cintia L. Toledo, RDH
Anne C. Barnhart, RDH
Dindy A. Marconi, RDH
Lisa Marie LaFlamme, RDH
Kimberly, Fredette, RDH
Ashley Grill, RDH
Jennifer Mansfield, RDHMembers 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.
Raymond J. Jarvis, DMD
Executive Secretary
August 5, 2002
The August 5, 2002 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:10 p.m. with the following members 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, RDHAbsent: None
The Board approved the minutes of the July 1, 2002 meeting as amended.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) RSA 317-A - The first day for statutory proposals by incumbents is September 11, 2002. The Board's executive secretary will be meeting with representative Jane Langley during the month of August to discuss the Board's proposed changes to RSA 317-A.b. Rule Proposals
1) Pursuant to RSA 541-A the Board held a public hearing at 4:20 p.m. on proposed amendments to the following administrative rules: Den 205.01, Den 301.02 (a)(11)g, Den 301.02(a)(9) a and b, Den 301.02(c), Den 302.02(c), Den 301.01(k) and (l), Den 301.02(l) and (m), Den 302.04(b), Den 302.05(f)(2), Den 402.01 (b) and Den 501.01(a).Joan Kennedy Fitzgerald, RDH asked about opportunities to amend Den 501.01 Ethical Duties (a). The American Dental Hygiene Association is developing a code of ethics which may be suitable, with Part Den 501, as a code of ethics for New Hampshire hygienists. It was explained to Ms. Fitzgerald that the Board adopts rules several times a year and she could petition the Board for a rule change at any time.
The Board's president, Stephen A. Sewall, DDS closed the hearing at 4:38 p.m.
2) Rules addressing local anesthesia administration by hygienist and coronal polishing are in the rule adoption process. For administrative purposes, the Board identifies this second rule adoption of 2002 as rule package 2002-2.
2. Board Officers - Pursuant to RSA 317-A:4 II, the Board voted to re-elect Stephen A. Sewall, DDS president and Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD secretary-treasurer. The Board's current statutory proposed, if adopted, will change the office of secretary-treasurer to vice president.
3. Continuing Education Advisory Council - Pursuant to Den 403.08, the Board appoints a Continuing Education Advisory Council (CEAC) to assist in the implementation and maintenance of the continuing education requirements. The chairman of this committee is board member Marjorie J. Chema, DDS. She is organizing the CEAC biennial audit and will be recruiting a public member for the council.
4. FY 02 Annual Report
a) There were 95 more active licenses on June 30, 2002 than on June 30, 2000. This includes 24 more dentists and 71 more hygienists.b) There were 59 written complaints submitted to the Board. Of these, 19 were exclusively about fees. These 19 were dismissed because the Board has no authority over fees. Of the remaining 30, 24 were quality of care issues. Disciplinary actions numbered 21, involving 8 dentists.
5. Jurisprudence Test - The Board voted to remove 5 questions from the dental jurisprudence test administered to all license applicants because the questions were irrelevant to the practice of dentistry or dental hygiene. The Board voted to add 6 questions that reflect recent statutory and rule changes.
6. AADA Meeting - The American Association of Dental Administrators (AADA) meets annually and addresses dental issues of interest to state dental boards. The Board identified several issues it wishes to introduce at the October meeting of the AADA.
7. NERB Public Member - The Northeast Regional Board of Dental Examiners (NERB) has established a Public Member Category. Board public member Karen Clough volunteered to serve as NERB public member for the Board. The Board voted to nominate her to the NERB.
8. Restorative Dentistry - Pursuant to the recently passed HB 1251, the Board with the Department of Health and Human Services is developing a document for dentists to give to their patients explaining the advantages and disadvantages of dental restorative materials.
9. Informational
a. BH/Board
b. Hygienists and Fluoride
c. CAC Meeting
d. NERB Recommendations
QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE
1. ANESTHESIA AND SEDATION PERMITS
The Board voted to issue a conscious sedation permit to Warren Houghton, DMD.
2. ANESTHESIA/SEDATION EVALUATION
The Board voted to accept the evaluation of the facility, equipment, personnel and records of Gregg A. Lombardo, DDS and Mark M. Scura, DMD as used in general anesthesia and deep sedation. The evaluation is administered by the Board's Anesthesia and Sedation Evaluation Committee.
3. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION
The Board voted to approve public health supervision status for Virginia Barunas, RDH and Maryly Matthewman, RDH.
4. PUBLIC HEALTH SUMMARY REPORTS
The Board voted to accept the summary of program results from the following dental programs:a. Alexander Eastman Foundation Public School
b. Cheshire Smiles
c. Coos County Family Health Services
d. Frisbie Memorial Hospital School Based Dental Health Education
e. Lamprey Hlth Cr School Based Prev Dental Hyg Prog
f. School Smiles
5. FAILURE TO REGISTER
The Board addressed a letter from Neil S. Hornung, DMD regarding his failure to renew his license before July 1, 2002. Pursuant to RSA 317-A:15, licenses not renewed by July 1 of the registration year shall lapse. The Board shall inform Dr. Hornung that the Board has no authority to waive statutory requirements.
6. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE STATUS
The Board voted to activate the license of Patricia J. Fecteau, RDH.
7. LICENSE APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Roman Gavrilman, DMD
Heather Joy Chase, RDH
James Stephen Morrison, DMD
Suzanne Jeannette Gagne, RDH
Slava Abdelrehim, DDS
Amy Doherty, RDH
Runjan Seth, DMD
Jennifer Ann Sarazin, RDH
Michael Ronald Achong, DMD
Elizabeth Lariviere, RDH
Jose' Luis Aviles, DMD
Weining Zhao, RDH
(The application of Dr. Aviles Kathleen J. Carpenter, RDH was approved by a vote of 7 to 2)
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.
September 9, 2002
The September 9, 2002 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 p.m. with the following members 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
Linda M. Seedner, RDHAbsent: Charles F. Post, DMD
The Board approved the minutes of August 5, 2002 meeting as amended.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) RSA 317-A (Board Proposal) - The Board declined to change a proposed amendment.b. Rule Proposals
1) Rules addressing coronal polishing by dental assistants and local anesthesia by dental hygienists are scheduled for public hearing at the Board's October 7, 2002 meeting.
2. Board Budget FY 04 - FY 05 - The Board voted to approve a budget for FY 04 and FY 05. The Board voted to begin rule making to set fees at a level which will generate revenue equal to 125% of its direct operating expenses, pursuant to RSA 317-A:4.
3. Continuing Education Audit - Dr. Marjorie Chema, Board member, is the chair of the committee that will be conducting the continuing education audit. She is still seeking someone to be the public member of the committee pursuant to Den 403.08 (b).
4. HB 1251 - As required by the bill, the Board is developing a standardized pamphlet with the Department of Health and Human Services regarding the risks and benefits of dental materials.
5. Red Logan Clinic - This clinic is staffed by volunteer dentists and hygienists from New Hampshire and Vermont. The Board voted to waive the fee for letters of good standing when the letters are requested by New Hampshire dentists or hygienists volunteering services on the Vermont side of the border.
6. Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors (ASTDD) - The Board voted not to take part in the upcoming ASTDD evaluation.
7. Complaint Letters - The Board voted to approve drafts of letter for use in the complaint process.
8. Informational
a. Hygiene Hylites
b. Dr. Hiltunen Reappointment
c. Shepard Hill
d. Michigan re. Anesthesia
e. ADA Legislative Reports
f. AADE Editorial
g. FS Decision and Order
h. Status of Sanctions
QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE
1. ANESTHESIA/SEDATION PERMITS
The Board voted to approve a permit to administer general anesthesia and sedation to Dominic P. Rachiele, DMD.
2. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION
The Board voted to approve public health supervision status for Barbara Laverack, RDH.
3. ANESTHESAI/SEDATION EVALUATIONS
The Board voted to accept the evaluation of the facility, equipment, personnel and records as used in the administration of general anesthesia and sedation by the following practitioners:Marshall Baldsassarre, DMD
Salman Malik, DMDThe evaluations are administered by the Board's Anesthesia and Sedation Evaluation Committee.
4. CONTINUING EDUCATION
The Board voted to grant Paul E. Pederzani, DMD until November 1, 2002 to complete his continuing education requirements.
5. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE
The Board voted to activate the license of:Susan Farley, RDH
Jerry Broman, DMD
6. LICENSE APPLICATIONS
Martin J. Dunn, DMD
Anne C. Barnhart, RDh
Murali R. Ravel, DMD
Janel L. Plourde, RDH
Natalia Streltsvo, DMD
Teresa E. Davenport, RDH
Manal M. Elfahal, DMD
Audrey Johnston, RDH
Francois C. Lamothe, DDS
Marie Terese McDonald, RDH
Jennie Carcaud-Hennigar, DMD
Thomas Robert SanGiacomo, DMD
7. LICENSE APPLICATION DENIED
Peter Arsenault, DMD. Dr. Arsenault's application was incomplete.
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.
October 7, 2002
The October 7, 2002 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 p.m. with the following members present:
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, President
Marjorie J. Chema, DDS
Karen Clough, Public Member
Neil S. Hiltunen, DMD
Eliot L. Paisner, DMD
Camillia L. Paras, RDH
Linda M. Seedner, RDHAbsent: Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD, Secretary-Treasurer
The Board approved the minutes of the September 9, 2002 meeting.
Administrative
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) RSA 317-A (Board Proposals) - Representative Langley has filed these bills.b. Rule Proposals
1) Rules 2002 -IPursuant to RSA 541-A, The Board voted to adopt amendments to the following rules:
a) Den 205.1 (f) - relative to pleadings;
b) Den 201.01 (c), Den 301.01 (k), Den 301.01 (m), Den 301.02 (a), Den 301.02 (c), Den 301.02 (l), Den 301.02 (m) - relative to the license application process;
c) Den 301.02 (a) (9), Den 301.02 (a) (11) - relative to qualification for licensure;
d) Den 302.04 (b) - relative to dental specialization;
e) Den 302.05 (f) (2) - relative to radiology qualifications;
f) Den 402.01 (g) - relative to hygienists' duties; and
g) Den 501.01 (a) - relative to ethical obligations.
2) Rules 2002 - II - Den 302.05 and Den 401.03, - Hearing
PUBLIC HEARING - 5:05 P.M.
Stephen A. Sewall, DDS, the president of the Board, commenced a public hearing pursuant to the Administrative Procedures Act (RSA 541-A) to hear testimony on proposed amendments to Den 302.05 and Den 401.03 addressing the administration of local anesthesia by dental hygienists and the performance of coronal polishing by dental assistants. Testimony was heard from the following:a. Sarah Crane, CDA, vice president of the Dental Assistants' Association. Ms. Crane expressed concern that 1,000 hours of experience in clinical dental assisting may not be enough time to develop the competence in dental assisting necessary to do an intra-oral procedure such as coronal polishing.b. Sue Ellen Casey, CDA, immediate past president of the New Hampshire Dental Assistants' Association. Ms. Casey has been an educator of dental assistants and dental hygienists for over 30 years. She stated that 1,000 hours of clinical dental assisting was not enough time to develop dexterity skills or obtain the knowledge to do coronal polishing. She suggested that only certified dental assistants should be allowed to qualify to do coronal polishing.
c. Laurianne Brown, CDA - Ms. Brown also recommended that only certified dental assistants be allowed to perform coronal polishing.
d. Pamela Baldassarre, DMD - Dr. Baldassarre represented the New Hampshire Dental Society and addressed the administration of local anesthesia by dental hygienists. She stated that dental hygienists who were administering anesthesia in another state should be qualified in New Hampshire by endorsement of their experience and credentials without passage of the Northeast Regional Board Examination (NERB).
e. Cindy Northrop, RDH - Ms. Northrop represented the New Hampshire Dental Hygienists' Association. She stated that hygienists seeking endorsement to administer local anesthesia should have to pass only the local anesthesia portion of the NERB examination.
There being no further public testimony, Dr. Sewall closed the hearing at 5:33 p.m.
2. Proposed Board Meetings, 2003 - The Board voted to approve the proposed 2003 Board meeting schedule.
3. Proposed Wall Certificates - It has been taking 10 - 16 weeks at a cost of $6.20 each to obtain and mail wall certificates. The Board's administrative assistant, Tina Kelley, has proposed creating wall certificates in-house. It would take only 4 - 5 weeks and cost $0.47 each. The Board voted to create the wall certificates in-house.
4. Dental Materials Fact Sheets - The Board voted to approve a draft of a dental materials fact sheet created pursuant to HB 1251. The Federal Drug Administration "Consumer Update: Dental Amalgam" will be a part of the fact sheet.
5. Workshop Continuing Education Credits - In response to a letter requesting continuing education credits for a workshop, the Board voted to send a letter referencing Part Den 403 of the Dental Administrative Rules which states that the Board shall not approve individual courses.
6. Auxiliary Duties - The Board voted to address the expansion of auxiliary duties at the Board's November 2002 meeting.
7. Informational
a) Status of Sanctions
b) N.Y. Dental Residency Program
c) Reception
d) National Board Examination
e) Dental Assisting Terms
QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE
1. ANESTHESIA/SEDATION EVALUATION
The Board voted to approve a permit to administer general anesthesia and sedation to Louis Ricciardiello, DMD.
2. PUBLIC HEALTH SUPERVISION
The Board voted to approve public health supervision for:Judith A. Goodnow, RDH
Gay S. Bean, RDH
3. PUBLIC HEALTH SUMMARY REPORTS
The Board voted to accept the summary report for the Kiwanis/PTA Community School Dental Program of Laconia, New Hampshire.
4. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE
The Board voted to activate the license of:Arlene S. Gallinari, RDH
Michael J. Hochberg, DMD
5. LICENSE APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Peter Arsenault, DMD
Naomi M. Arnado, RDH
Christopher W. Kempton, DDS
Deborah M. Schimmel, RDH
Stanislov O. Tokarev, DMD
Shannan R. Sweezey, RDH
Richard M. Hesby, DDS
Neil D. Minkin, RDH
Cathy K. Yeung, DMD
Maged A. El-Malecki, 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.
November 4, 2002
The November 4, 2002 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 p.m. with the following members 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, RDHAbsent: None
The Board approved the minutes of the October 7, 2002 meeting.
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) Board Proposal - Amendments to RSA 317-A as drafted by the Board are being submitted by Representative Jane Langley of Rye.b. Rule Proposals
1) Rule Package 2002 II - The Board voted to accept editing submitted by attorney Nusbaum of the Office of Administrative Rules in conjunction with the Board's secretary. Rules being promulgated in this package address local anesthesia by dental hygienists and coronal polishing by dental assistants.2) Rule Package 2003 - I - The Board received preliminary drafts of these proposals. After a courtesy review by attorney Nusbaum, the package will be reviewed by the Board for submission in the rule making process.
2. Auxiliary Duties - The Board voted to establish an ad hoc committee to address expanding dental auxiliary duties. Dr. Hrinda and Camillia Paras, RDH will represent the Board. The Board will seek to add a representative from the New Hampshire Dental Society, Dental Hygienists' Association and Dental Assistants' Association.
3. Dental Materials Fact Sheet - Pursuant to HB 1251, the Board has consulted with representatives of Health and Human Services and the New Hampshire Dental Society and has developed the dental materials fact sheet required by the bill.
4. Audit - As required by the Board's administrative rule, Den 403.04, the Board has completed its biennial professional continuing education audit of at least 3% of the licensees having active dental and dental hygiene licenses. A full report will be given and will be available at the Board's December 2, 2002 meeting.
5. Hygiene Refresher Course - Hygienists who apply for licensure and have not clinically practiced for three or more years are required by the Board to take a clinical refresher course. This is usually provided by a school of dental hygiene after an evaluation by the school's faculty of the particular needs of the dental hygienist. The Board has chosen not to insert general requirements into this academically personalized process.
6. Informational
a. Status of Sanctions
b. Fluoridation
c. Unlicensed Practice
d. Amalgam
e. AADA Meeting
QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE
1. ANESTHESIA/SEDATION EVALUATION
The Board voted to accept the evaluation of the facility, equipment, personnel and records used in the administration of general anesthesia and sedation by the following practitioners:Drew G. Smith, DDS
Amy D. Field, DMD
Dominic P. Rachiele, DMD
Rocco R. Addante, DMD
The evaluations are administered by the Board's Anesthesia and Sedation Evaluation Committee.
2. CONSCIOUS SEDATION EVALUATION
The Board voted to accept the evaluation of the facility, equipment, personnel and records used in administration of conscious sedation by Ralph P. Ergas, DMD. The evaluation was made by the Board's Conscious Sedation Committee.
3. PUBLIC HEALTH SUMMARY REPORTS
The Board reviewed and accepted the public health summary reports of the following programs:a. House Bound Patients and Hospice Patients (New London)
b. Interlakes High School Dental Program
c. Rock Dental Clinic (Newport)
d. Milford School System Dental Program
e. Manchester Health Department Dental Program
f. Moultonborough Central School
4. INACTIVE TO ACTIVE
The Board voted to activate the license of:Wendy Shapiro, RDH
Joseph A. Napoli, DDS
5. LICENSE APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Saeed Uddin Ahmed, DMD
Kristin A. Minihan-Anderson, RDH
Sean Simpson, DMD
Wendy L. St. Cyr, RDH
Radhika Goli, DMD
Joy Ann Piccolo, RDH
Eugene T. Dietrich, DMD
Minou Ataei, RDH
Stephen T. Saks, DDS
April D. Geisler, RDH
Gloria M. Barzi, DMD
Kavita Naidu, DMD
Anna Kalmanovich, DMD
Ekaterina Polyakov, DMD
Dennis J. Picard, Jr., DMD
Matthew H. Wallengren, DDS
Nathan A. Swanson, 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 license misconduct, noting that such a non-public session is authorized by RSA 91-A:3 and the Board's executive and deliberative privileges.
December 2, 2002
The December 2, 2002 meeting of the New Hampshire Board of Dental Examiners convened at 4:00 p.m. with the following members 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
Linda M. Seedner, RDH
Charles F. Post, DMDAbsent: None
The Board approved the minutes of the November 4, 2002 meeting as amended.
1. Statute and Rules
a. Statutory Proposals1) Board Proposal - Amendments to RSA 317-A as drafted by the Board are being submitted by representative Jane Langley.b. Rule Proposals
1) Rule Package 2002 II - The final proposal has been sent to the Joint Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules. Upon adoption, the rule changes will be posted on the Board's web site.2) Rule Package 2003 I - The Board voted to approve a preliminary draft of these rules to be sent to attorney Richard Nusbaum for a courtesy review prior to starting the rule making process.
2. AADA Meeting, October 4, 2002 - This meeting was attended by dental administrators from 21 state dental boards. It provided a forum for the exchange of information about issues affecting dental boards. The Board's executive secretary summarized the issues.
3. Dental Materials Fact Sheet - HB 1251 directs the Dental Board to develop a standardized pamphlet in consultation with the Department of Health and Human Services regarding the risks and benefits of dental restorative materials. The Board voted to approve a draft of the pamphlet developed pursuant to HB 1251, and to distribute the pamphlet and a copy of HB 1251 to all dentists holding an active New Hampshire dental license. Dentists will give a copy of the pamphlet to patients receiving dental restorative treatment.
4. Biennial Continuing Education Audit, 2002 - This audit was completed last month.
5. Auxiliary Duties Committee - This committee is being established by the Board to evaluate new duties for dental hygienists and dental assistants. The Board will invite representatives from the New Hampshire Dental Society, the New Hampshire Dental Hygienists Association and the New Hampshire Dental Assistants Association to join with Board members Ronald J. Hrinda, DMD and Camillia Paras, RDH on this committee.
6. Informational
a. Granite State Announcements
b. Credentialing Terms
c. N.H. Law
d. Gingival Curretage
e. "Secretary-Treasurer"
f. AADA Composite
g. Professional Credentialing Service
h. ADA Public Member
i. Nitrous Oxide Alert
j. ASPEN Dental (Dental Society)
k. ADA Vacancies
l. Z.D. Katze, Ph.D., C.Hi., DAPA
m. Status of Sanctions
QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE
1. CONSCIOUS SEDATION PERMITS
>The Board voted to approve conscious sedation permits for:Martin Dunn, DMD
James B. Manning, DDS
2. PUBLIC HEATLH SUPERVISION
The Board voted to approve public health supervision status for Kerin Unsworth, RDH.
* 3. PUBLIC HEALTH SUMMARY REPORTS
The Board reviewed and accepted the public health summary report of the Greater Nashua Dental Connection.
LICENSE APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Helen Molloy, DMD
Diane Amy Prestin, RDH
Carl L. White, DDS
Kathleen Amy Cone, RDH
Charles M. Zatzkin, DDS
* Dr. Paisner dissented.
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.