Dental Assistants Recognition Week March 2

Dental Assistants Recognition Week
March 2-8, 2008
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DENTAL ASSISTANTS
RECOGNITION WEEK
Table of Contents
Letter from the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Magazine article reprints:
November/December 2007 article and entry form . . . . . . . . . .4
Noteable DARW Activities conducted in 2007 . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Bulletin Borders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Press Release Primer and Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Sample Spot Announcements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Gubernatorial/Mayoral Proclamation “How To” . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Sample Proclamation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
DARW Merchandise Memo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
ADAA Salable Materials Ad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
ADA-Produced Theme Ads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
ADAA Membership Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
SPECIAL NOTICE
TO
STUDENTS
AND
EDUCATORS
Applications for Student Achievement Awards and Juliette Southard/Oral-B
Scholarships are available from ADAA Central Office. To obtain a copy, contact Central
Office, ADAA, 35 E. Wacker Drive, Suite 1730, Chicago, IL 60601-2211.
Fax: 312-541-1496; E-mail: [email protected]. No phone calls please.
Student Achievement Award applications must be returned completed to ADAA by
March 31, 2008. Scholarship applications due by January 31, 2008.
The Scholarship appication may be downloaded from www.dentalassistant.org.
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American Dental Assistants Association
To:
From:
Date:
RE:
State and Local ADAA Presidents and interested others
Kimberly G. Bland, CDA, EDDA, National President
January, 2008
DENTAL ASSISTANTS RECOGNITION WEEK
Dear Dental Assisting Professional:
Here’s our new theme for 2008-2010:
One Team, One Goal: Improving Oral Health
We are pleased to reaffirm our continuing association with
• the American Dental Association,
• the Canadian Dental Assistants Association and
• the Canadian Dental Association.
This theme provides areas to explore for recognition as we work with our dental assisting
schools, dental associations, dental assisting associations and other auxiliary groups. Our
goal is to make the public and our fellow professionals aware of the contribution that dental assisting makes to the betterment of public health.
We hope you’ll use the ideas in this kit as a starting point to make your mark for dental
assistants recognition. We‘ve included
• standard ideas for news releases
• proclamations
• public service announcements
• in-house promotions.
We’ve also included ideas from last year’s participants to show you what they undertook
to make DARW memorable.
We look forward to hearing about your activities and I urge you to participate iand let us
know what you did... the form is enclosed. Take the time to tell the world. Join us in
observing Dental Assistants Recognition Week 2008!
A
SPECIAL WORD ABOUT
MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION
Traditionally we offer a special $20 discount to any new Active member joining ADAA during March in
honor of Recognition Week. Simply return the new member application (student membership is not
included; may not be combined with any other promotion) with a postmark prior to March 31, 2008
and deduct the $20. Thanks for your attention.
35 East Wacker Drive – Suite 1730 – Chicago, Illinois 60601-2211
PHONE 312-541-1550 • FAX 312-541-1496 • E-MAIL [email protected]
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DA RW 2008
DENTAL ASSISTANTS
RECOGNITION WEEK
March 2-8, 2008
New Theme, No Contest
Announcing a new theme for 2008 through 2010 and
presenting the list of 2007 participants was covered in the
September/October issue of the Journal. But we should
mention again that although the competition will not be
held next year, everyone is invited to tell us what they did
and how it turned out. Recognition will be provided for all
in a 2008 issue of the Journal. Kits will also continue to be
distributed on request and to all state and local presidents.
You may order a DARW activities kit at adaa1@aol. com
or by fax at 312-541-1496 or by mail at ADAA, #1730, 35
E. Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL 60601-2211. Kits will be
mailed in January.
We are pleased to present again the theme for Dental
Assistants Recognition Week for 2008-2010:
One Team, One Goal: Improving Oral Health.
This motto was based on an idea from Connie Smith,
CDA, EFDA, clinical dental assistant from Bloomington,
Indiana, in the practice of Keith Roberts, DDS.
DARW is a joint effort of the ADAA, the American Dental
Association, the Canadian Dental Assistants Association
and the Canadian Dental Association. Kits will be available
on-line in January at www.dentalassistant.org and
www.ada.org.
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2008 Dental Assistant Recognition Week
ACTIVITIES PUBLICITY FORM
Contact Name_______________________________________________ Position__________________________________
Business Name ________________________________________________________________________________________
Business Street Address _________________________________________________________________________________
City __________________________________________________________ State_________ Zip_____________________
Business Phone (________)_______________________ E-mail address __________________________________________
Category (You must choose one):
Dental Assistants Association
Dental Assisting School
Dental Office
Other Organizations
(i.e.,Dental Associations, Military, etc.)
A word about photos: We like to publish DARW photos in the Dental Assistant
Journal. Many entries include photos taken with digital cameras and printed on ink
jet or copier paper that is best used for word documents; photos of this type are
rarely suitable for publication. If you are using a digital camera, set it for the highest possible resolution. Then print your photos on glossy photo paper. Whether
using film or digital photography, please consider the background and be aware of
lighting. Make sure that the subject matter is suitably illuminated and use a flash
when necessary. We hope to see your photos in the Journal. Thank you.
Please provide 100 words or less that describe the activities and success of your 2008 Dental Assistants Recognition
Week observance. Where possible, include good quality photos or samples of any materials used. Activities must
have been implemented between the periods of March 1 and 15, 2008. All entries must be received by May 1,
2008, to be considered for publication. All entries will be acknowledged by mail.
Please do not submit information before the conclusion of DARW. We want to know how your
activities went... not just your plans.
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Return this form to the American Dental Assistants Association, 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 1730, Chicago,
IL 60601-2211.
Note: Photos, correspondence and any attendant materials will not be returned.
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DENTAL ASSISTANTS
RECOGNITION WEEK
Winners and a New Theme
Another round of DARW competition draws to a
close with ADAA and ADA announcing the winning entries in late June. A list of winning entries is
provided here along with a review of all activities
reported to the ADAA. We thank all participants for
their efforts and congratulate the winning entrants.
DENTAL ASSISTANTS ASSOCIATIONS
2nd Place
OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
1st Place
ND State College of Science
Allied Dental Education
Wahpeton, North Dakota
DENTAL OFFICES
1st Place
Washtenaw District DAS
Dexter, Michigan
2nd Place
Northeast Pennsylvania DAS
Dallas, Pennsylvania
SCHOOLS
1st Place
OCM Boces
Liverpool, New York
1st Place
Peak Vista CHC Dental Clinic
Colorado Springs, Colorado
2nd Place
Eckley Orthodontics
Beckley, West Virginia
Malmstrom AFB Dental Clinic
Montana
2nd Place
Dental Temps of Northeast Florida, Inc.
Jacksonville, Florida
Honorable Mention
U.S. Army Dental Command
Fort Lewis
Tacoma, Washington
Honorable Mention
Bearable Dentistry
Moscow, Idaho
As announced last year, a new theme was being
sought for DARW for the next three years beginning in 2008. The individual responsible for the
new theme will be given a year’s free membership
in the ADAA.
We are pleased to present the theme for Dental
Assistants Recognition Week for 2008-10:
ONE TEAM ONE GOAL
IMPROVING ORAL HEALTH
This motto was based on an idea from Connie
DARW in 2008 will be held March 2-9. Complete
details and information on ordering a DARW activities kit for 2008 will be provided in the
November/December Dental Assistant. DARW is a
joint effort of the ADAA, the American Dental
Association, the Canadian Dental Assistants
Association and the Canadian Dental Association.
Washtenaw (Michigan) DAS ... out of this world.
Students were honored with roses by NE Pennsylvania DAS.
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Smith, CDA, EFDA, clinical dental assistant from
Bloomington, Indiana, in the practice of Keith
Roberts, DDS.
September/October 2007
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North Dakota sent postcards for DARW awareness.
A welcoming sign from West Kentucky Technical College.
DENTAL ASSISTING ASSOCIATIONS
OCM BOCES, Liverpool, New York, sold dental products to
raise awareness and money.
The ever popular
Ms. Molar and
Tooth Fairy at
North Dakota
State College of
Science.
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FIRST PLACE
WASHTENAW DISTRICT DAS
DEXTER, MI
Presented by Gwen Graham-Feldkamp, CDA, RDA
The Society’s annual celebration theme in ‘07 was “Dental
Assistants Are Out of This World,” and everything was
geared to outer space. There was a six-hour credit presentation and luncheon and all attendees received a world-globe
stress ball and other astral goodies including individual photos surrounded by inflatable aliens. Room and table decorations carried out the theme and door prizes added to the fun.
Dental assisting students and hygienists joined in with members and nonmembers for this winning event.
SECOND PLACE
NORTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA DAS
DALLAS, PA
Presented by Elizabeth Manzoni, CDA, EFDA
A spa party to thank all dental assistants for their commitment
to the profession included soothing music, aromatherapy
and a pampering hand massage. Refreshments were served
and the evening concluded with a presentation of long
stemmed roses. The event was sponsored by Benco Dental.
ALSO NOTED
NORTH DAKOTA DAA
WAHPETON, ND
Presented by Lucinda Johnson
Postcards were sent to all North Dakota dental offices urging
observance of DARW, and NDDAA Board members presented a power point feature to the two area dental assisting colleges. In addition, the North Dakota Dental Foundation
joined the Board in providing dental assisting students luncheon. Board members supplemented the feature’s message of
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Teaching the toddlers courtesy, of Walker Career Center,
Indianapolis.
The class from Concorde Career volunteered at Beautiful Feet
Lunch and Ministry, Arlington, Texas.
the benefits of belonging to a professional organization by
sharing their personal experiences with students. Door
prizes rounded out this rewarding event.
ALSO NOTED
CASCADE JOB CORPS CENTER
SEDRO-WOOLEY, WA
Presented by Darlene Hunziker
A game show called “Who Wants to Be a Dental
Millionaire” was staged based on the history of dental assisting and dentistry. A raffle was held with movie tickets, $10
and candy as prizes.
DENTAL ASSISTING SCHOOLS
FIRST PLACE
OCM BOCES (ONONDAGA/CORTLAND/MADISON)
LIVERPOOL, NY
Presented by Nancy Chappell
Dental Assisting students joined forces with Smile Train to raise
funds for helping underprivileged children needing cleft palate
surgery. Toothbrushes and toothpaste were sold at the school and
dental offices were visited to solicit funds. Also in further recognition of DARW, students distributed carnations to local dental
assistants. The students’ initial funding goal was surpassed with a
total of $1250 raised in behalf of five deserving children.
SECOND PLACE
NORTH DAKOTA STATE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE
ALLIED DENTAL EDUCATION
WAHPETON, ND
Presented by Lucinda Johnson
Students made pins for the dental assistants in the school’s
nearby affiliation sites to kick off DARW, followed by the
construction of a clinic bulletin board and library window
display showing the various expanded functions of a dental
assistant. Students also carried out toothprint projects with
kits donated by Patterson Dental and staffed a table giving
away free toothpaste. The always popular Ms. Molar and the
Tooth Fairy raised money that was matched by the instructors. These funds will be used to purchase toothbrushes for
charitable organizations. Contests, prizes, refreshments and
a luncheon as well as dental assisting students providing
dental health talks to hometown grade school students
rounded out this very active DARW for North Dakota State.
September/October 2007
CENTURY COLLEGE
NE METRO CAREER AND TECHNICAL CENTER
WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN
Presented by Teresa White, CDA, RDA
A “Smile” button was constructed to celebrate DARW and
dental assisting students distributed them to faculty and students. “Smile” bags for children in the clinic waiting room
were made too. These were brightly decorated canvas bags
containing books, crayons and activity sheets.
COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN IDAHO
TWIN FALLS, ID
Presented by Tonja Bowcut
Two display cases at the entrance to the school library were
filled with material centered upon dental assisting and preventive dentistry. The display remained during the entire
month of March. A booth at the college health fair was also
presented delivering not only valuable information but also
toothbrushes and toothpaste. A fruit basket was sent to the
dental assisting students at Boise State University, and
Southern Idaho D.A. students each received a gift basket and
sincere thanks for their dedication.
CONCORDE CAREER INSTITUTE
ARLINGTON, TX
Presented by Noel Bell-Poats
Students became educators during DARW at Concorde with
participants preparing posters about periodontal disease and
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The Tooth Fairy from Seattle Vocational Institute visited school
children (above).
Giant teeth (right) are brushed by a Waukesha County,
Wisconsin, dental assisting student and her able assistant.
making presentations at local elementary school classes.
Also, students prepared baggies with oral hygiene materials
for distribution by local ministry to underprivileged children.
LUZERNE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM
NANTICOKE, PA
Presented by Donna Lepkoski, CDA,EFDA, FADAA
Students observed DARW with outreach programs to a local
elementary school and taught seven- and eight-year olds
about the importance of oral health with positive feedback
from parents via email compliments. A cake provided by the
student advisors capped the celebration.
Luzerne County Community College, Nanticoke, Pennsylvania.
OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SPRINGFIELD, MO
Presented by Janet Sell
A faculty member submitted information about DARW and
the Ozarks TCC to a local radio station contest and was
amply rewarded for the effort. A free buffet lunch for 100
was provided by the station and served by the DJs at the
campus. A delicious difference for DARW.
PENSACOLA JUNIOR COLLEGE
PENSACOLA, FL
Presented by Teresa Lucas, CDA
All dental offices in the area ... over 170 ... were invited to
attend a celebration of DARW that would honor local dental assistants. A Certificate of Appreciation was developed
and personalized showing the D.A.’s name and years in the
profession. Donations of gifts from the community made the
basis of a raffle for guests. Refreshments were served.
It’s in the bag at Century College, White Bear Lake,
Minnesota. Smile bags for kids in the clinic waiting room.
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SANTA FE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SANTA FE, NM
Presented by Aamna Nayyar, DDS
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Thank-you cards and candy were distributed to all dental
assisting students and clinical assistants in clinics throughout
Northern New Mexico. At the school, a contest was held for
the best essay detailing dental assisting and one’s motivation
for joining the profession.
SEATTLE VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE
SEATTLE, WA
Presented by Margaret Camden, CDA
“Excellent Care Throughout the World” was the theme celebrated here for DARW with students from 10 different world
cultures. A bulletin board was presented by students featuring “Dental Assistant” in various languages, faculty-purchased gifts were presented to students and “Make America
Smile” pins too. A dental assisting student class picture was
taken in front of the school’s new reader board.
The staff on duty at Peak Vista, Colorado Springs.
WALKER CAREER CENTER
DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Presented by Candy Ryan, CDA
A lot of different activities went into this school’s DARW. It
started with a food drive sponsored by the local township, it
included a speaker from Benco Dental on types and importance of safety glasses, attendance at the local dental assistants
society’s educational meeting with prizes and refreshments
and ended with a Kids’ Night party featuring brushing instructions and a dental care kit for each child. Staff provided the
D.A. students with a small token gift each day of the week.
WAUKESHA COUNTY TECHNICAL COLLEGE
PEWAUKEE, WI
Presented by Lenny Loomis
A dental recruiter addressed students at this school as well
as a 3M ESPE speaker talking about impressions and trouble
shooting. Students provided oral health instruction and
hygiene kits to area school children. Nearby Marquette
University Dental School opened its doors to the D.A. students for a clinical rotation, and in return for this recognition, students presented Marquette with a professionally
decorated DARW-themed cake.
WEST KENTUCKY COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL
COLLEGE
PADUCAH, KY
Presented by Carrie Russell, CDA
The 2007 Dental Assisting Class celebrated DARW all week
long with cookies baked in the shape of toothbrushes,
molars and even lips and presenting them to local dental
assistants who had made an impact on their chosen career
paths. A display sign welcomed and informed all students
and visitors about the Week too. Finally, students took flowers and appreciation plaques to the dental offices in which
they are performing their clinical externships. A very active
agenda for a worthwhile week.
September/October 2007
DENTAL OFFICES
FIRST PLACE
PEAK VISTA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS DENTAL
CLINIC
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
Presented by Wendy Messing
“Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM)” is this clinic’s
motto for 2007 and was the focus for DARW as well. They
put up posters and banners for the whole week and served
cake and punch to the assistants on staff as well as providing goodie bags and recognition certificates.
SECOND PLACE
ECKLEY ORTHODONTICS
BECKLEY, WV
Presented by Marsha Young
A “Scheduled Staff Meeting” was merely a ruse to lead the
entire staff on a field trip that featured $50 and 50 minutes
... and away we go! Eckley Orthodontics, Beckley,
... West Virginia.
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to enjoy a shipping spree at the mall to which they were
transported in a limousine. After this fast-paced excursion
they arrived back at the office for another surprise ... a
catered lunch during which everyone compared purchases.
HONORABLE MENTION
BEARABLE DENTISTRY
MOSCOW, ID
Presented by Kristine Uravich
Posters greeted patients in the reception area and everyday,
a different treat greeted dental assistants: A personalized
mobile at their work station; doughnuts for everyone; a personalized gift bag and finally, pizza for lunch, all courtesy of
the practice dentists.
ALSO NOTED
The Stars of Bearable
Dentistry, Moscow,
Idaho (above), and
their gift bag (right).
ADVANCED ENDODONTIC CARE
KENNEWICK, WA
Presented by Kathy Smart
Every year this practice does something different for its assistants, and this year they cooked up a tasty treat by bringing
them all to “Entrees Made Easy” where each one could prepare 12 meals to take home and enjoy with their families.
This highly individualized group effort gave everyone a
chance to interact outside of the office setting and one and
all claimed that they were “boiling over” with enthusiasm.
OFFICE OF D. CHRISTIAN AUMOCK, DDS
OWEGO, NY
Presented by Teri Rogers
Ms. Rogers, chairside assistant at the practice, visited a local
elementary school to present a talk on dental health to
honor DARW. She talked about nutrition and oral hygiene
and showed the children extracted baby teeth as well as
explaining where spit comes from. She presented each child
with a toothbrush and toothpaste.
CAROLINA PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
RALEIGH, NC
Presented by Heather Henner
The staff at this practice expresses appreciation for recognition all year long but especially during DARW. Staff and their
spouses were treated to a limousine ride to dinner at a local
leading restaurant and given a personal care gift basket.
NEW TOWN DENTAL ARTS
WILLIAMSBURG, VA
Presented by Lori Shahan, CDA
Dinner-to-go for the staff at Advanced Endodontic Care,
Kennewick, Washington.
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During DARW, dental assistants were treated to daily goodies from doctors and other staff members and a picture of the
practice’s assistants was taken and sent to the local paper.
When it was printed it added some extra recognition to that
which they received at the office.
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OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
FIRST PLACE
MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE DENTAL CLINIC
MONTANA
Presented by M/Sgt Michael Hoy
There were daily games for DARW and they included:
guess the number of prophy cups in a specimen cup; a
scavenger hunt throughout the clinic, and guess the owner
of the smile contest. There was also a photo contest and a
trivia contest. A pizza luncheon and a bowling party were
provided and a raffle funded by all the doctors included an
IPod valued at $140.
SECOND PLACE
DENTAL TEMPS OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA, INC.
JACKSONVILLE, FL
Presented by Kim Knapp
Announcements of DARW were mailed to over 550 dental
offices in northern Florida along with contest entry forms.
Proclamations were received from the mayor of Jacksonville as
well as from county officials. The contest asked dentists to
nominate the best dental assistant from their county and one
winner from each county was honored with a cash gift, flowers and a commemorative certificate. The local ADAA component, NE Florida DAS, helped to spread the word of the contest and DARW and is looking forward to next year’s event.
HONORABLE MENTION
DENTAC/DCC: FT. LEWIS
WASHINGTON
Presented by 1SG Donald Whitaker
To kick off the week, Western Region Dental Command
Commander, Col. MacKenzie, personally thanked the dental
assisting staff and turned the festivities over to officers and
NCOs in charge of the several clinics. Each clinic presented
its own recognition and appreciation despite hectic schedules
and offered a breakfast or luncheon or pot luck dinner. Some
provided prizes and gifts and all were appreciated and recognized with banners, posters and certificates of appreciation.
ALSO NOTED
DENTAL TEMPS STAFFING RESOURCES
ORANGE PARK, FL
Presented by Sherrie Busby
Dentists in the Orange Park area were invited to nominate
their assistants for recognition and the winners received
flowers, a framed certificate and a cash prize. All recipients
received their winnings personally from Ms. Busby, a proud
member of ADAA.
UNLV SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE
LAS VEGAS, NV
Presented by Eduardo Rangel
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental
Medicine, supports dental assisting as a profession and
September/October 2007
Smiles for DARW at Malmstrom AFB, Montana.
Chris Maurer (left), Duval County winner of Dental Temps of NE
Florida contest, with Cara Barstow, RDH, and Dr. Scott Wagner.
Tokens of appreciation at Ft. Lewis, Washington.
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ADAA through cooperation with our component, the
Nevada Dental Assistants Association, through the regular
use of its auditorium for meetings and education. For DARW
specifically, UNLV-SDM provided a luncheon and extended
its gratitude to all in attendance.
Flying high in the flight simulator at McConnell AFB, Kansas.
U.S. AIR FORCE
22nd AERIAL REFUELING WING
MEDICAL GROUP DENTAL CLINIC
McCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, KS
Presented by Lt. Col. (Dr.) Mark R. Henderson
Luncheons, a breakfast and daily snacks were provided to
keep focused on recognition for the clinic’s dental assistants
during DARW. Some brave assistants took turns “flying” a jet
aircraft KC-135 mid-air refueling tanker simulator the same
as their patients actually take to the air. A promotion ceremony that included two of the assistants also was held during DARW.
U.S. COAST GUARD
ISC HONOLULU DENTAL CLINIC
Presented by Dr. Rick Decker, Senior Dental Officer
The clinic was adorned with DARW flyers and posters and
assistants enjoyed a lobster luncheon served by the dentists. The base commanding officer presented each assistant
with Hawaii’s symbol of thanks and gratitude, a flower lei,
and the week ended on a high note with another luncheon, at everyone’s favorite restaurant.
U.S. ARMY DENTAL COMMAND:
BAMBERG DENTAL CLINIC
GERMANY
Presented by SSG LaShawn Yarborough
A room decorated in blue, white and silver greeted D.A.s on
March 7 with a luncheon planned by the hygienist and medical clerks. An afternoon of bowling and expressions of gratitude were also provided as well as certificates of appreciation and DARW-specific gifts of totes, mugs, and lunch bags.
BAUMHOLDER DENTAL CLINIC COMMAND
GERMANY
Presented by COL Walter F. Rongey
All dental auxiliary personnel received a thank-you note
from the Clinic Commander at the beginning of DARW, and
mid-week, a barbecue luncheon was served by the doctors.
Friday afternoon, operations were suspended and the
Commander provided bowling and pizza for the entire staff.
Out and about in Yokohama with the staff of U.S. Army Dental
Command - Japan.
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FORT BRAGG, NC
WAMC DENTAL CLINIC
Presented by Daniel Bailey, OIC
Every day brought a different treat and more recognition for
this clinic’s dental assistants. There were flowers and certificates of appreciation; buffet breakfast; pot luck lunch; cake
and ice cream; and finally, a clinic wide luncheon with the
Commander, Officers-In-Charge and NCOIC’s.
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Back to work at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina.
The honored are assembled at Ft. Hood, Texas.
FORT CAMPBELL, KY
Presented by SFC William Deaner
An article was published in the Fort newspaper, the Fort
Campbell Courier, to commemorate DARW and certificates
of appreciation and roses were presented to dental assistants. The assistants were commended for their service,
commitment to duty and loyalty.
FORT DRUM, NY
Presented by MSG Tina Pirofsky
Assistants at Fort Drum are kept on their toes helping the
deploying process of the soldiers of the 10th Mountain
Division (LI). Assistants received certificates of appreciation, a dental assistant button and a pizza party hosted by
their doctors.
FORT GORDON, GA
Presented by SGT Xavier Creekmur
The Oscar Awards from the movies dominated the theme of
this year’s DARW observance at Fort Gordon. First, a nominee’s breakfast with assistants choosing a fellow assistant on
whom to heap accolades; later that same week a trivia contest, then gift bags with confections. An Oscar Luncheon
Day followed and included the coveted DARW Oscars.
Everyone felt rewarded, awarded and recognized.
U.S. DENTAL ACTIVITY - HAWAII
TRIPLER AMC, HI
Presented by 1SG Michael S. Hunter
DARW with Aloha! The week’s observances concluded
with a traditional Hawaiian luau with everyone dressed in
casual Aloha wear. Dentists sponsored their assistants to the
feast and each assistant received a lei and personalized certificate of appreciation. A video of short segments by all the
dentists was played on a large movie screen during the
appreciation portion of the evening bringing all a great
“Mahalo” (Thanks).
September/October 2007
Celebrating with lunch – Ft. Gordon, Georgia.
Taking the cake at U.S. Army DENTAC - Hawaii.
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Certificate of Appreciation at Ft. Lee.
Flowers and smiles at the U.S. Army Dental Command in Korea.
FORT HOOD, TX
BILLY JOHNSON DENTAL CLINIC
Presented by SFC Erika Silvia
VIP treatment for dental assistants was the order of the
Week as each assistant received a white rose as they
entered the clinic on a red carpet. The clinic conference
room was converted to “Restorante Gratsi” by the 1SG and
NCOIC who wore their Class A uniforms in honor of the
occasion. Certificates of appreciation were provided to all
as a lasting memento.
A large banner was posted in the clinic reception center and
a photo of each assistant connected with the center was
posted below. Flowers, candy, certificates of appreciation,
pizza and gratitude were plentiful during the Week.
FORT IRWIN, CA
Presented by CPT Roarke Miller
Dental Assistants were the stars of the week (Spelled *Starz*
for this event) and each day brought a special treat or recognition such as Breakfast for the *Starz,* Finger food lunch
feast, the boss cleans the chairs and distributes bags of goodies for the *starz* and finally an extravaganza party and gift
give away.
FORT JACKSON, SC
Presented by SFC Gregory J. Habermann
Each clinic at Fort Jackson showed its appreciation throughout the week with a focus on major events on Friday. There
were breakfasts and luncheons, pizzas and flowers and
some door prizes for fun. A certificate of appreciation was
presented to each assistant by the Officer in Charge.
DENTAC DCC - JAPAN
Presented by CPT Kalvin Hur
Daily treats and tributes included balloons and a banner,
breakfast brought and prepared by doctors, certificates of
appreciation, a movie break and a special treat when doctors
treated staff to luncheon at Yokohama Landmark Tower.
Celebrity Michael Jackson’s visit to the fitness center coincided
with DARW, and assistants were able to attend this function.
DENTAC DCC: KOREA 618th DENTAL COMMAND
Presented by COL Thomas G. Wichgers
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FORT LEE DENTAL CLINIC COMMAND
FT. LEE, VA
Presented by SFC Tomaruin Polite
An attractive and personalized certificate of appreciation
was presented to the clinic’s dental assistants, and
Command leadership served luncheon and roses to the staff
to show their appreciation.
FORT LEONARD WOOD, MO
Presented by MSG Angel Melendez
Day by day, the assistants at Fort Leonard Wood received a
show of appreciation and more with breakfast served by the
clinics OICs, roses, a luncheon, cake and ice cream and a
Friday finish with each assistant receiving a CD that included a presentation of slides highlighting their efforts from the
previous year set to music.
FORT MEADE, MD
Presented by Deanna Benicewicz
Banners at the Fort’s two dental clinics and posters in their
waiting rooms introduced visitors and staff to DARW at Fort
Meade. A luncheon on base was sponsored by doctors and
DC#3 assistants were treated to breakfast, flowers, treats and
bowling. Not to be outdone, Epes Dental Clinic did the
same and provided a gourmet dessert buffet.
FORT POLK, LA
Presented by SFC Robie Bivens
A huge banner greeted assistants as they came to work on
the first day of DARW and every day of the week offered a
variety of surprises including breakfast prepared and served
by the doctors and NCOIC, certificates of appreciation, a
bowling tournament and a pizza luncheon. There were also
flowers for the ladies and ties for the men.
September/October 2007
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DARW
Recognition at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri.
Ft. Meade recognized the Backbone of the Dental Corps!
FORT RILEY, KS
Presented by LTC Nancy Ellison
Major General Carter Ham, Fort Riley’s Commanding
General signed a proclamation beginning DARW at Fort
Riley, and assistants in attendance were presented with the
CG’s coin in appreciation for their dedicated work efforts.
Further treats included a barbecue luncheon, an ice cream
social and breakfast feasts at each clinic. Assistants received
handmade angel pins with stars depicting the “Shining Star”
theme chosen for this year’s DARW by Fort Riley.
FORT STEWART DENTAC/HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD
FT. STEWART, GA
Presented by SSG Annitta Bright
The entrance marquee announced the start of DARW and
the six clinics of Fort Stewart Dental Activity continued the
celebration by providing breakfast treats, homemade
sweets, clinic luncheons and personalized gifts. At the closing Friday luncheon, dental assistants received a certificate
of appreciation and a canvas tote.
WALTER REED DENTAL ACTIVITY
Washington, DC
Presented by SFC Marsha Wheeler
At all four Walter Reed dental clinics breakfast treats were
served, trivia contests held with gift cards awarded from
local stores and restaurants. There was a pizza luncheon on
Wednesday and Thursday and on Friday some clinics took
field trips while others enjoyed bingo and other tournaments
with prizes. Ft. Meyer showcased each assistant and auxiliary with a biography and portrait and letter of appreciation
and other clinics issued certificates of appreciation.
Mahalo (thank you). As the sun sinks slowly on 2007 DARW
we express appreciation for your efforts in gaining recognition for dental assistants throughout the world.
(Photo courtesy of U.S. DENTAC - Hawaii)
September/October 2007
The Dental Assistant 16
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Ads & Bulletin Borders
Included in this kit are copies of each of the ads the ADA is distributing on
behalf of dental assistants. We understand that a copy of these ads and
information has been sent to dental editors throughout the U.S. as well as
to most state associations. Watch your state’s dental association journal
to see if it’s used, and let Central Office know if you see it. In addition to
state association journals, hundreds of additional health editors have
received copies too.
SHOW
and
TELL!
Why not use one of these ads as a filler in your state or local dental
assistants newsletter? Or distribute copies to the members of your local
and use them as bulletin board items in the waiting room. Spread the
word. Dental Assistants Recognition Week is meant to call positive
attention to you.
We have a limited number of glossy copies at Central Office, available on
request by fax at 312-541-1496 or e-mail at [email protected] or download
a copy and reprint them yourselves from www.ada.org or www.dentalassistant.org.
Dental Assistants Recognition Week • March 2-8, 2008
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PRESS RELEASE
PRIMER
A press release is a simple,
cost-effective means of promoting your state or local
organization and the dental
assisting profession. But writing an effective press release is
not enough: you must get the
press release placed in newspapers and periodicals. This
will take time, organization
and follow up, but it is often
worth the effort. The publicity that press releases generate for your group is invaluable. If you have not established a regular “media contact” (a local reporter, columnist or editor who prints items about your group), then
follow these pointers:
® Get an early start. Publications generally work well
in advance of their publishing date.
® Make a list of local newspapers and publications. Be
sure to include suburban, community and neighborhood papers. If you’re not sure how to find them,
ask the librarian in the reference section to acquaint
you with Bacon’s Newspaper Directory.
® Scan the publications you are interested in to determine which reporters and columnists usually print
community news items. Address your release to
those individuals.
® Retype the press release on your organization’s letterhead. Use double-space typing. Be sure to include
your own name and phone number in case the editor
needs additional information. If you do not use your
organization’s stationery, include a cover letter with
your name and phone number. Also, state when the
press release should be published. If you prefer to
send the release by e-mail, you will find this information in Bacon’s too. Be sure to include all contact
information and release date in your e-mail.
® Address the release to a specific person rather than to
“the editor” or the newspaper office. If you cannot
determine an appropriate recipient for your material,
at least try for a specific department (such as COMMUNITY CALENDAR or COMING EVENTS,
etc.). Bacon’s can help here too.
® If you cannot decide who should receive the press
release, follow these guidelines: address the CITY
DESK for daily newspapers; NEWS ASSIGNMENT
DESK for radio and television stations and LOCAL
NEWS for wire services and periodicals.
NOTE: If you’re fortunate enough to receive a
Proclamation, this should go in with your press release
including a photo of the event (if available)* and information on when and where the signing took place,
along with the names of those appearing in the photo.
You can also e-mail this if it’s more convenient, but a
hard copy of a proclamation would, of course, have to
be mailed.
*These can be scanned in on e-mails.
Helpful websites for locating news media:
http://dir.yahoo.com/News_and_Media/Newspapers/
by_Region/U_S_States/
and http://www.usnpl.com
PRESS RELEASE SAMPLE
Date:
Month and year
Contact: Your name and phone number
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SMILE!
IT’S DENTAL ASSISTANTS RECOGNITION WEEK
Dental assisting continues to diversify and expand.
Whether working chairside with the dentist, taking
X-rays or managing the business office, teaching or
working in insurance or sales, dental assistants are vital
to the success of the dental practice. It’s a date being
remembered this year by the ________ (name of your
state or local here).
Dental Assistants Recognition Week, scheduled for
March 2-8, 2008, is a week-long tribute to the commitment and dedication dental assistants exhibit throughout the year.
“One Team, One Goal: Improving Oral Health” is the
theme for the 31st annual Dental Assistants
Recognition Week: time for dental assistants to receive
greater recognition for their own unique and diverse
contributions to the dental profession and the dental
health care of the public.
The American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA)
has been the recognized voice of dental assisting for over
80 years. It remains committed to enhancing the public
image and stature of the dental assisting profession and
promoting quality dental health care to the public.
Dental Assistants Recognition Week is sponsored by the
ADAA, the American Dental Association, the Canadian
Dental Assistants Association, and the Canadian Dental
Association.
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SPOT ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE ELECTRONIC PRESS RELEASE
SAMPLES
30-Second Spot Announcement
Name: (of your State Association or Local Organization)
Contact: (Name of your Public Relations Chairperson
or other contact)
Address:
Telephone Number:
Most radio and television stations set aside time
for public service announcements that are aired
free of charge. Getting your announcement aired
is usually a matter of submitting it early enough
for the station to broadcast.
Try following these simple steps:
® Call your local radio and television stations to
get the name of the public service manager. You
may also ask how far in advance announcements
should be sent.
® Retype the spot announcements on separate
sheets of paper. Be sure to double space and
type in the name of your state or local organization. Type the contact information (your name,
organization, phone number, etc.) in the upper
left-hand corner of each page.
® Address the announcements to the Public
Service Manager.
® Follow up with a phone call to make sure that
the stations received the announcements.
® Keep a log of the aired announcements. You
may ask members of your organization to let you
know if they hear the announcement. If the
radio or television station can tell you when and
if the announcement will be aired, your job will
be easier.
® Visit your local stations’ websites. Some will tell
you the names of the personnel you need to
contact and how to reach them through e-mail
or by post.
FLASH THAT SMILE – it’s Dental Assistants
Recognition Week!
Dental assistants apply their skills and training to make
your visit to the dentist productive and safe, and as
pleasant as possible. March second through eighth is
Dental Assistants Recognition Week – a time to remember the contributions dental assistants make to the dental profession and the dental health care of the public.
Dental Assistants Recognition Week is sponsored by the
(State or Local name here) of the American Dental
Assistants Association – the voice of dental assisting for
over 80 years – in cooperation with the American
Dental Association, the Canadian Dental Assistants
Association, and the Canadian Dental Association.
60-Second Spot Announcement
Name: (of your State Association or Local Organization)
Contact: (Name of your Public Relations Chairperson
or other contact)
Address:
Telephone Number:
FLASH THAT SMILE – it’s Dental Assistants
Recognition Week!
When you visit your dentist, your first and last contact
is probably with the dental assistant at the front desk or
at chairside with the dentist. The (name of your state
association or local organization) wants to remind you
that March second through eighth is Dental Assistants
Recognition Week, a time to remember that dental
assistants help make your visit to the dentist productive,
safe and as comfortable as possible. The theme of this
year’s celebration is “One Team, One Goal: Improving
Oral Health.” Dental Assistants Recognition Week is
sponsored by the American Dental Assistants
Association – the voice of dental assisting for over 80
years – in cooperation with the American Dental
Association, the Canadian Dental Assistants Association,
and the Canadian Dental Association.
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GUBERNATORIAL AND MAYORAL
PROCLAMATIONS
Many state and local dental assisting organizations have
been very successful in obtaining gubernatorial and mayoral proclamations or greetings for Dental Assistants
Recognition Week observations.
Often, a short ceremony accompanies the signing of
such proclamations. The event offers state and local societies an ideal opportunity to have photographs taken and
also increases the likelihood that news of DARW will
appear in local newspapers.
If you would like to try to obtain a proclamation from
your governor or mayor, you will have to contact the
proper authorities well in advance of Dental Assistants
Recognition Week (at least four weeks).
You are welcome to use the sample letters included in
this packet. Retype the letter on your organization’s stationery, and fill in the missing information. Be sure to
enclose a sample proclamation with your request, and
follow your request with a polite call, as indicated in the
letter.
If the governor or mayor consents to issuing a proclamation, he or she may have a staff photographer record
the event. If not, after you receive word that a proclamation will be issued, ask the press secretary if you may
bring your own camera to record the event.
Regardless of whether you have a photo, you should try
to use the proclamation to gain some publicity for your
organization and for Dental Assistants Recognition Week.
Send the photo (if you have it), a copy of the proclamation and copies of the press release to your local newspaper and state dental publications. Be sure to check the
publications to see if your efforts have been successful.
The Dental Assistant Journal might be able to use a good
quality photo of this nature in the Association Bulletin.
Make a personal follow-up phone call about a week
after you send the press release to find out whether the
material has been routed to the appropriate person. This
phone call may also give you some indication as to
whether the item will be used. When you call, identify
yourself, your group and your connection to the release.
For example, “I’m Kathy Phillips from the Chicago
Dental Assistants Society. We’re promoting Dental
Assistants Recognition Week. Have you received our
press release?” If the reporter cannot locate the release,
offer to send copies. If the reporter has received it, he or
she will probably mention if and when it will be used.
(Name of State/Local Association)
(Address)
(Phone Number)
Hon. (Name of Elected Official)
Title
State of (Name of State or City)
Address
Dear (Title and Name):
Each year, many of the nation’s governors (or mayors)
salute the dental assisting profession by issuing a proclamation or sending greetings to state dental assisting
leaders during Dental Assistants Recognition Week.
This year, Dental Assistants Recognition Week is
scheduled for March 2-8, 2008. The 31st such celebration held to acknowledge the vital role the nation’s
200,000 dental assistants play in providing quality dental health care to the American public.
We of the (name of your association) would feel very
honored if you, as governor (or mayor) of the great state
(or city) of (name of your state or city), would agree to
salute dental assistants by signing a proclamation or by
sending a greeting on this occasion.
If you decide to honor us with such a tribute, we shall
request the privilege of sending representatives of our
association to your office for a brief ceremony at the
time you sign the proclamation.
We will telephone your press secretary within the next
two weeks to verify receipt of our request.
We appreciate your time and attention and sincerely
hope to receive a favorable reply in the near future.
Sincerely,
President,
(Name of your State or Local Organization)
Enclosure
Check the papers daily to see if the release has been
printed.
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SAMPLE PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, dental assistants, working with the dental profession,
play an important part in maintaining the dental
health of the citizens of (name of your state or city)
and of the United States; and
WHEREAS, dental assistants, through their skills and knowledge,
make dental care possible for increasing numbers of
our citizens; and
WHEREAS, for over 80 years the American Dental Assistants
Association has encouraged and made possible
continuing education for dental assistants in order to
enhance the delivery of dental health care to the
public; and
WHEREAS the American Dental Assistants Association and the
(name of your state or local association) have designated the week of March 2-8, 2008 as Dental Assistants
Recognition Week in (name of your state or city) and
throughout the United States
NOW, THEREFORE, I (name of the elected official), Governor/or Mayor of
the State/or City of (name of state or city), do hereby
proclaim the week of March 2-8, 2008 as Dental
Assistants Recognition Week in (name of your state or
city), and bring its importance to the attention of the
citizens of (name of your state or city).
WHEREUNTO I have set my hand and caused the seal of the State/or
City of (name of your state or city) to be affixed.
_________________________________________________
Signature
_______________
Date
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Dental Assistants Recognition Week
March 2-8, 2008
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March 2-8, 2008
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One Team
One Goal
Improving Oral Health
No matter the setting or the location,
assistants enhance the delivery of quality
dental health care and are critical members
of the dental team. The role of dental
assistants has evolved over the years,
with assistants now involved with many
aspects of a dental practice.
March 2-8, 2008, has been
designated by the American Dental
Assistants Association, along with
the American Dental Association,
the Canadian Dental Association
and the Canadian Dental Assistants’
Association, as the perfect time to
acknowledge and recognize the versatile,
multitalented member of your dental
team—your Dental Assistant.
March 2-8, 2008
This message is promoted by the American Dental Association’s Council on Dental Practice in cooperation with the American Dental Assistants
Association, Chicago, IL, the Canadian Dental Assistants’ Association, and the Canadian Dental Association, Ottawa, Ontario.
One Team
One Goal
Improving Oral Health
No matter the setting or the
location, assistants enhance the
delivery of quality dental health
care and are critical members of
the dental team. The role of
dental assistants has evolved over
the years, with assistants now
involved with many aspects of
a dental practice.
One Team
One Goal
Improving Oral Health
No matter the setting or the location,
assistants enhance the delivery of quality
dental health care and are critical members
of the dental team. The role of dental
assistants has evolved over the years,
with assistants now involved with many
aspects of a dental practice.
March 2-8, 2008, has been
designated by the American Dental
Assistants Association, along with
the American Dental Association,
the Canadian Dental Association
and the Canadian Dental Assistants’
Association, as the perfect time to
acknowledge and recognize the versatile,
multitalented member of your dental
team—your Dental Assistant.
March 2-8, 2008
March 2-8, 2008,
has been designated by the
American Dental Assistants
Association, along with the
American Dental Association,
the Canadian Dental Association
and the Canadian Dental Assistants’
Association, as the perfect time
to acknowledge and recognize the
versatile, multitalented member
of your dental team—your
Dental Assistant.
This message is promoted by the American
Dental Association’s Council on Dental
Practice in cooperation with the American
Dental Assistants Association, Chicago, IL,
the Canadian Dental Assistants’
Association, and the Canadian Dental
Association, Ottawa, Ontario.
This message is promoted by the American Dental Association’s Council on Dental Practice in cooperation
with the American Dental Assistants Association, Chicago, IL, the Canadian Dental Assistants’ Association,
and the Canadian Dental Association, Ottawa, Ontario.