SKDS Spring Newsletter

SPRING 2012 VOL 10 / ISSUE 4

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SPRING 2012 VOL 10 / ISSUE 4

MEMBERSHIP

Quarterly

IN THIS ISSUE

• Meet your new leadership team... page 6• A shout out to 2012 Life Members... page 9• Give Kids A Smile recap... page 17

The band Oncore rocked the SKCDF Gala... page 18

See you atPNDC!Details page 2

2 l 2012 SKCDS SPRING QUARTERLY2102 SKCDS Round 2 PNDC.indd 1 4/17/12 2:30 PM

STAFF Managing Editor: Ms. Jennifer L. Freimund

Contributors: Dr. Gary E. Heyamoto Dr. Alan M. Munk Ms. Krystal Bishop Ms. Sandra Anderson

Publisher: Ms. Liz Enbysk, State Street Writing, LLC

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE Dr. Elizabeth K. Lyons, Chair Dr. Victor Barry Dr. Gary E. Heyamoto Dr. William E. Hooe Dr. Dan G. Middaugh Dr. Gregory Y. Ogata Dr. Jason P. Pehling Dr. Christopher Pickel Dr. Douglas P. Walsh Dr. Leah D. Worstman Dr. James Reid / Liaison

OFFICERS Dr. Princy S. Rekhi, President Dr. Patrick “Rick” E. Taylor, President-Elect Dr. Cynthia R. Pauley, Past President Dr. Timothy A. Hess, Treasurer Dr. Kimberly A. Winton, Secretary

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL Dr. Barton S. Johnson, 2013 Dr. Edmond L. Truelove, 2013 Dr. Amrit K. Burn, 2014 Dr. Audrey K. Tatt, 2014 Dr. Michelle Caldier, 2015 Dr. James W. Reid, 2015 Dr. Joseph A. Schneider, 2015 Ms. Jennifer Freimund, Executive Director

Change of Address: To ensure continued receipt of issues, change of address must be reported to: SKCDS Central Office, 2201 6th Ave., Suite 1210, Seattle, WA 98121, as soon as possible -- (206) 448-6620. Email: [email protected]

The information in this publication is for the exclusive benefit of Seattle- King County Dental Society members. Neither the Society nor the publisher makes any express or implied warranties as to the information herein, including the contents of any advertising. Opinions in the Quarterly do not necessarily express the official policies of the Seattle-King County Dental Society, nor the opinions of the editor, unless so stated.

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President’s Page with Dr. Princy Rekhi ........................................................... 4Meet Your New Society Leaders .................................................................. 6Congratulations to Our New Life Members ....................................................... 9 Welcome New Members ........................................................................... 16Give Kids A Smile ..................................................................................... 17SKCDF St. Patrick’s Day Gala 2012 ............................................................ 18

• Yes, Dentists Do Put the FUN in Fundraising .................................... 18• What you (and the Gala) help support ........................................... 20• They Raised Their Paddles to Fund-A-Need ........................................ 21

Exposures with Dr. Al Munk ........................................................................ 22

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Seattle-King County Dental Society Membership Quarterly SPRING 2012 Volume 10, Issue 4

CONTENTS

FYI...SKCDS offices will be closed

June 14-15 for the Pacific Northwest Dental Conference

PRESIDENT’S PAGE Dr. Princy S. Rekhi, DDS

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Stand Together and Stand UnitedGreetings! Let me start by thanking you sincerely for the support and for the trust you have exhibited in my abilities to serve as your President. I am delighted to direct my efforts toward not only the community and the members of this organization, but most importantly, toward our great profession of dentistry.

As many of us are probably aware, dentistry has been thrown into the limelight more often than not these days. Whether it is reports of dental radiographs causing tumors, insurance companies reducing fees or various foundations offering mid-level providers as a way to solve the nation’s “access” crisis, dentistry has found itself in the news regularly. Having been in practice now for nine years, I look back at graduating from dental school and being told this was the “age of dentistry” and that the future was incredibly bright. Just like you, I spent years in the clinic waxing, prepping, pouring, filling, trimming and polishing just so I could earn the right to practice dentistry in all its glory. I am overwhelmingly proud of our profession and want to preserve its integrity for generations to come. In order to do so, we must recognize that now is a vital time for us all to stand together and to stand

united. We need to engage our members and provide a sound and unified defense towards anything and everything that may come our way. That is not to say that it’s only a dark and twisted road that lies ahead. Quite the contrary! I hold a great sense of hope for not only the next year of my service but for the many years to come in our field of work. Dentistry has made unsurpassed progress in the past decades, advancing from a rather limited career path to one that encompasses a whole realm of healthcare considerations.

My hope as President of such a committed organization is that we each make the conscious effort to individually invest in the future of our profession. We all share responsibility for ensuring a prosperous future for dentistry and, with that, comes a commitment to providing the best care for not only our patients, but our community. I look forward to fostering a sense of giving, a sense of charity, among our members as we all strive to better ourselves by assisting those in need. We often stop even before we start giving to others, justifying our lack of action by claiming we don’t know how to help. Continued next page >>

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I hope that at least in the next year, SKCDS can be that guiding light and can provide the direction that we, as dentists, need in order to offer ourselves in the service of our greater community. As dentists, we must begin to consider volunteer work as part of our new standard of care. SKCDS has already created avenues by which we, as an organization, can start donating our time and efforts to a greater good. With the establishment of the dental specialty clinic at Swedish Medical Center, we have certainly taken a step in the right direction. The following months give us the chance to expand this program in order to optimize its potential benefits. Further, it is our goal to continue partnership with the Northwest Kidney Centers in an effort to provide optimal oral health for patients awaiting transplant. Giving of ourselves through our carefully honed set of skills is our responsibility, and it is time that we regard it as such.

On the same note, I truly feel that active engagement of our members within SKCDS would do a world of good for the development of our organization. In the next year, I will be striving towards creating an administration that values transparency in an effort to establish a sense of trust and a sense of confidence amongst each and every member dentist. As I and the rest of the Executive Council focus on maintaining open and honest lines of communication among us all, I urge you to stand together and stand united. Let us increase our involvement. Let us transition from passive observers to active engagers in our roles as dentists. I further encourage you to reach out to me with any and all of your questions, your concerns, your fears and your

hopes regarding SKCDS. When you sense the need, shoot me an e-mail or pick up the phone and give me a call. I genuinely want to hear from you so that we may establish a reciprocal dialogue that will help us reach our goals as an organized society. My email is [email protected] and my cell is 206-265-0062.

As dental students and newly practicing dentists at one point, I believe we all shared in a sense of fiery optimism and spirited enthusiasm for the field of dentistry. We trusted that, with a dental degree, we could somehow make the world a better place. And yet at some point along the way, we lost confidence in our abilities to contribute to the greater good of society. So let’s change that. Let’s bring back the raw enthusiasm I know exists within us all. As dentists and as respected members of our communities, we must turn to each other to form a strong collaboration amongst ourselves and a united front against any issues that we may face all while remembering that serving others is the true essence of dentistry.

I am both honored and humbled to have been given this opportunity to preside over such a remarkable organization. In the time to come, may the words of Anon resonate within all of us, “You cannot do all the good the world needs, but the world needs all the good you can do.”

- Dr. Princy S. Rekhi

President, Seattle-King County Dental Society


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MEET YOUR 2012-13 SOCIETY LEADERSElection Results are Final!Congratulations to the winners of the Seattle-King County Dental Society’s most recent election. We appreciate all the members who ran for election. Their dedication to organized dentistry is both vital to our success and deeply appreciated.

President: Dr. Princy RehiOur new president is Dr. Princy Rekhi. He is currently a member of the Seattle-King County Dental Foundation Board, and he serves on both the Society’s Budget and Finance and Membership Committees. He is the past chair of the New Dentist Committee and has served a member of the Executive Council for the Dental Society. He has also been a delegate to the WSDA’s House of Delegates and an alternate delegate to the ADA.

A 2003 graduate from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry, Dr. Rekhi is a Washington native. He owns practices in Renton,

Edmonds and Kirkland. In his spare time, he enjoys watching and playing sports, traveling and cars.

President-elect: Dr. Patrick TaylorOur new president-elect is Dr. Patrick “Rick” Taylor. He is currently a member of the Seattle-King County Dental Society’s Forensic and Membership Committees. He has served as a member of the Executive Council for the Dental Society. He has also been a delegate to the WSDA’s House of Delegates. Additionally, he has been a board member for the American Association of Endodontists and President of the Washington Association of Endodontists. He is an Associate Affiliate Professor in the UW School of Dentistry Department of Endodontics and teaches in the graduate clinic one half day per week, two quarters per year.

Active in the Bellevue Community, Dr. Taylor is a member of the Bellevue Rotary Club and serves on its Board of Directors. He is an avid reader and supporter of the King County Library System, serving on the KCLS Foundation Board. He also enjoys walking, gardening and cooking.

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Executive Council members, officers and delegates 2011-12 (L to R): Drs. Amrit Burn, Rick Taylor, Audrey Tatt, Bart Johnson, Princy Rekhi, Greg Ogata, Barry Feder, Scott Cahoon, Steve Albright, Kirk King, Amy Winston, Linda Edgar, and Cindy Pauley.


New Executive Council President Dr. Princy Rekhi and Immediate Past President Dr. Cindy Pauley.

New Executive Council MembersWe have three new members of the Executive Council.

• Dr. Michelle Caldier is a general dentist who works with the elderly. After graduating from UW Dental School in 2001, she founded Golden Age Dentistry. Her practice provides dental care in a number of nursing and assisted living facilities. She currently serves as chair of the Society’s Access Committee. Last but not least, Dr. Caldier is a Washington native and the proud mother of several daughters.

• Dr. Joe Schneider is a general dentist who has over 30 years of experience helping patients with a wide variety of dental needs. He graduated from Marquette Dental School in 1976, was an Air Force dentist for three years and has been a fellow of the AGD since 1994. He has been active with the Society’s “Give Kids a Smile” efforts and currently sits on the Society’s Access Committee. In his spare time, he enjoys home and yard maintenance, bike riding and reading the morning newspaper.

• Dr. Kim Winton is a general dentist who recently graduated from the University of Washington’s GPR program. She is a 2010 graduate of the University of Missouri--Kansas City Dental School. When not practicing dentistry, she enjoys the outdoors -- skiing, biking or running trails. She also loves to cook. She enjoys a bad joke just about any time.

WSDA DelegatesSeveral Seattle-King County Dental Society members were elected to serve as delegates to the Washington State Dental Association’s governing body, the House of Delegates. Each member will serve a three- year term. The Class of 2014 includes Dr. Rick Taylor, president-elect, and Drs. Jeff Abolofia, CR Anderegg, R. Scott Cahoon, Christine Kirchner, Gregory Ogata and Edmund Truelove.

Outgoing Officers and DelegatesLast but not least, the Society thanks our outgoing Executive Council members and delegates for their dedication over the years. Please join us in thanking Dr. Linda Edgar, past president; Dr. Amy Winston,

secretary; Dr. Kirk King, treasurer and Dr. CR Anderegg and Dr. Judson Werner, outgoing Council members. We also wish to recognize outgoing WSDA delegates: Dr. Steve Albright, Dr. Linda Edgar and Dr. Barry Feder.

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Dr. Craig AndersonI am proud of being a native Ballardite of Norwegian heritage, having lived and/or practiced in Ballard for all of my 66 years. I also take pride in having graduated first in my class from U.W. SOD in 1971. No small feat in a class with such dental luminaries as internationally renowned orthodontist and lecturer Vince Kokich and pioneering endodontist mentor John West. Albeit, our degrees were conferred in alphabetic order. I am not sorry to be missing the recognition evening because I am now vacationing in the Caribbean likely with some sort of rum drink in one hand and my bikinied wife of 35 years in the other. Dr. Victor BarryDr. Barry has a biology degree from the University of Kansas, and is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Dentistry. He has been in private practice on First Hill in Seattle since 1977 shaping Dental Care Seattle into the progressive dental practice that it is today. His office is a group practice which employs 20-plus staff. He is on staff at Swedish Hospital. Dr. Barry is a past President of the Seattle-King County Dental Society, the Washington State Dental Association, and is a past 11th district Trustee on the Board of the American Dental Association in Chicago. Currently, Dr. Barry is on the SKCDS Committee

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Life Member honorees: Dr. Vic Barry (L) and Dr. Dexter Barnes (R) with new member Dr. Jansen Richins (center).

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Life Members continued...of Seattle. As a neighborhood activist, Dr. Barry has been a past President of the Magnolia Community Club, past Chair of the Magnolia/Queen Anne District Council, and the City Neighborhood Council. Staying involved in dentistry has enabled Dr. Barry to be a leader among Seattle dentists. Dr. Barry has been selected to join these honorary dental groups: International College of Dentists; American College of Dentists; Pierre Fauchard Academy.

Dr. Barbara BillingsThank you for the effort to recognize the LIFE MEMBERS. I graduated from the U of W Dental School in1979. I love to continue learning so take about 100 hours of continuing education each year. My career highlights occur each day when I am able to go to the office and provide dentistry to the best of my ability for patients (most of whom I consider friends after so many years). I am extremely lucky to be in a profession that values prevention, good health, longevity of treatment outcomes, and respect for those who put their trust in us. The State of Washington has provided an exceptional financial investment to ensure that dedicated, competent professionals will care for our people. I feel it is necessary to give back for the investment made to our education.

My way has been to contribute financially to the University of Washington and to various community clinics. My politics are liberal, and I hope we can again build a strong middle class and provide opportunities for ALL children, regardless of their fortunes of birth. Otherwise, my time away from the office is focused on the arts (both visual and performing), travel, gardening and food, kayaking, and spending time with my wonderful husband, Ernest Vogel. Dr. T. Michael DoyleI am a Seattle native; graduated from Queen Anne High School, then attended UW for three years prior to entering UW School of Dentistry, from which I graduated in 1971. I entered the US Army as a Dental Officer and served three years in Panama. I completed military service and took a fulltime position in the Department of Fixed Prosthodontists at the UCLA School of Dentistry for three years. My wife Roberta and I moved back to Seattle in 1977 at which time I started a general practice in downtown Seattle in the Cobb Building, in addition to a half-time position at the UW Dental School in Restorative Dentistry. I have continued to serve as affiliate instructor at the school and have volunteered for many years at the PROVAIL Clinic for people with disabilities. I have served on multiple committees for our local Society over the years, as well as a short tenure on the WDS Board of Trustees. My office was relocated to the Puget Sound Plaza Building several years


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ago, and I continue to practice full time but with a lighter schedule. The highlight of my career has been the long-term trusted relationship that I have had with so many wonderful patients. The highlight of my life is the recent 41st anniversary of marriage to a wonderful woman, and a great daughter and son-in-law. I enjoy playing golf, tennis and downhill skiing, as well as maintaining the garden at home; and look forward to more travel in the years ahead.

Dr. Dean DysonDr. Dean Dyson graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 1972. After graduation he entered the Army and served four years from 1972 -1976. Dr. Dyson has been in practice for 39 years in Burien. He is married to Irene and lives in Seattle. His brother Dennis Dyson is also a practicing dentist. Dr. Dyson has served on the SKCDS Forensics Committee since 2001.

Dr. C. F. “Fred” EbsworthFred Ebsworth graduated from the University of Washington Dental School with honors in 1971. After graduation he served as an Air Force dentist in San Diego before moving back to the Northwest. Dr. Ebsworth has practiced in Lake Forest Park just north of Seattle since 1975. He has authored several articles for national dental journals. He has been

selected to present and publish his treatment planning and documentation of the care of his patients nationally for dental groups to review and evaluate. Dr. Ebsworth’s fi rst love is complex and esthetic dentistry. The focus of his continuing education and study club involvement has been developing treatment skills for complex and comprehensive collaborative care. He is most proud of his involvement with the Seattle Study Club.

Dr. Barry FederDr. Feder graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Zoology in 1969. In 1972 he completed his DDS at the University of Detroit. He served in the US Army from 1973- 75. Following his term of service in the military he was employed by the State of Oregon Department of Health for one year. Beginning in 1976, he opened his private practice in Issaquah, Washington, where he continues to practice to this day. Dr. Feder has held many leadership roles at both the state and local Society level, including 6 years on the WSDA Board of Directors. He is also a member of AGD and many other professional associations. In addition, Dr. Feder is an Ethics instructor at the UW and served in the US Army Reserves where he earned the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He is a 30 year member of the Issaquah Kiwanis Club and volunteers with the Issaquah School District, Overlake Hospital and the Issaquah Chamber of Commerce. He is the 5th District Trustee of the Pierre Fauchard Academy.

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Life Members continued...Dr. Michael R. FeyOriginally from Kansas, Dr. Fey moved to Seattle as a teenager and has lived here ever since. Orthodontics is Dr. Fey’s passion. As an orthodontist, he is able to share his love of learning, his fascination with technology and a lifetime commitment to health care. Dr. Fey feels proud that his patients come to him for help improving their oral health, and that they trust him with one of their most valued possessions - their smiles! Dr. Fey has been practicing orthodontics in the Bothell area for over 30 years. He is a true University of Washington “Husky” having received his entire education and three degrees from this school. Dr. Fey has a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy, and Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, and a combined post-doctoral degree in orthodontics and pediatric dentistry. In addition to his practice, Dr. Fey also served on the staff at Children’s Hospital for fi ve years and as a University of Washington faculty member for 30 years. In 1998, Dr. Fey was joined in practice by his daughter, Dr. Kristina Grey. Dr. Fey is very proud of his entire team and their dedication to providing the highest level of care and personal service. Each staff member shares in Dr. Fey’s passion for orthodontics, and he knows that he can rely on his team to make patients and their parents feel welcome, comfortable, and well taken care of during each offi ce visit.

Dr. Tommy FongDr. Tommy Fong graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 1973. Upon graduation, he opened his practice, Highlands West Dental, in Shoreline. His partner in business and life is his lovely wife Dr. Vivian Bennett. Dr. Fong has been in his practice for nearly 30 years. A special feature of their practice has been the ability and desire to serve clients with hearing disabilities and those who speak English as a second language. As a Tripartite member for 40 years, Dr. Fong has supported the aims of organized dentistry. As a supporter of PAWS, Dr. Fong has worked for the humane dental treatment of animals in the Seattle area.

Dr. Daniel FriedmanDr. Friedman graduated from Temple University in 1971 and served in the Army from 1971-1974. Dr. Friedman practices in Burien and lives in Seattle with his wife, MaryAnn. Dr. Friedman has specialized in the practice of dentistry, implant dentistry and Periodontics for over 25 years. He has been at this location for over 20 years. His graduate work in Periodontics was completed at the University of Washington, then continued with advanced dental implant training at UCLA. The Premiere Study Group was founded and established by Dr Friedman in 1993. This is an advanced study group which includes over 45 local general dentists and dental specialists who are dedicated to enhancing and improving the practice of dentistry through continuing education programs delivered by recognized leaders in the dental


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Dr. Kenneth G. JohnsenDr. Ken Johnsen graduated from the UW School of Dentistry in 1971. Following graduation, he worked as an associate with Dr. J. Martin Anderson in Kent. In 1982 he opened a solo practice in Kent which he is still operating. Over the years he has had three associates: Dr. Mark Walker, Dr. Michael Long and Dr. Abert Lee. Dr. Johnsen has been very involved in SKCDS committees and leadership including nearly fi ve years as editor of the SKCDS Journal and tireless behind-the-scenes work to promote direct reimbursement as an alternative to traditional dental plans. Dr. Johnsen married his wife, Lauri Ainsworth Johnsen, in 1972 and they shared nearly 40 years together until she passed on due to complications from breast cancer in 2010. They raised two sons, Gregory and Stephen. In his spare time, Dr. Johnsen has written seven books on railroad topics and serves as the President of Yakima Valley Trolleys, a 105 year old streetcar railroad in Yakima. He has been actively involved with the Yakima Trolley since the early 1970s. Additionally, he is passionate about photography, a hobby he has cultivated since childhood. Dr. Johnsen says “I love dentistry, have wonderful patients and staff, and have no plans for retirement at this time.”

Dr. Richard D. KawamotoDr. Richard Kawamoto graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 1971. Following graduation he served in the Air Force from 1971-1973. After 40 years in practice, he is still working in the Shoreline area. He is married to Bonnie and lives in Bothell. Dr. Gary A. LincicomeA run-down of my dental career starts with graduation from University of Washington Dental School in 1971. After fi nishing dental school I spent a relaxing two years in the United States Army at Fort Dix, New Jersey. It was nice to travel up and down the East Coast and reaffi rm Seattle, Washington as a career base. I went into private practice with my father in south Seattle for 11 wonderful years: 1974-1985. After his retirement I worked alone for fi ve years before joining forces with Dr. Stuart Vendeland and Dr. Ralph Jarrendt in Renton, Washington, close to Valley Medical Center. The next 20 yearsseemed to pass quickly, thanks to a wonderful staff and great patients. After 50 years of rain and cloudy weather in Seattle, I decided after retirement at age 62 to move to a warmer climate. I now live in a beautiful new home in Green Valley, Arizona, where the weather is great and so is the golf! Continued next page >>


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Life Members continued...Dr. Dennis LitowitzFrom the 7th grade on, all I ever wanted was to be a dentist with my own office; and towards that end my education was directed. I was inspired at that age by my family dentist, Keith Yoshino, here in Federal Way who was teaching at the University of Washington Dental School and who had them send me the packet of information for prospective applicants at that early age. That information packet became my guide until I was accepted into dental school after receiving my B.A. (in English Literature) from the University of Washington in 1969. Upon graduation with my dental degree, I went into the Army and was assigned to the 101st Airborne with the Army at Fort Campbell, Kentucky from 1973-1975. I went through perio, crown and bridge, surgery, and prosthetic rotations while treating soldiers returning from Vietnam. After returning to Washington in 1975, I began my own practice in Federal Way while also working for Public Health in Seattle for two years. I also was asked to initiate the outfitting and opening of the original dental clinic at Longacres racetrack where I worked for three years part-time. Somehow during all this, I was asked to help teach in the Operative Dentistry department at the University of Washington, which I did part-time during the 1977-1978 school year. Reflecting back on the last 40 years, dentistry was the best of all worlds. My patients, staff and peers were all my friends and to this day I am still in touch with many of them. I sent out hand-signed Christmas cards every year to every active patient and still hear from many of them over the holidays even now. Last month, I had a married couple of former patients call and stay with me at my place in Ft. Myers, Florida; and, I took them fishing out in Pine Island Sound in my flats skiff. It’s been a long run and not without bumps thrown in on the way, but it was the best, and I would do it again in a heartbeat. I’m sorry I could not attend the recognition meeting at SKCDS but previous plans, friends and fish are calling! Although I’ve been retired for (eight!) years now, I still find it hard to believe. My best to you all!

Dr. James W. “Bill” McHughI graduated from the UW in 1973, served two years as a general dentist in the Army and then completed a one-year GDR, following which I practiced general dentistry in the Burien area for three decades. After retirement, and for a few years before, I volunteered at the Dental School and in fact am still there! Eventually they will kick me out but for now I am having fun! Dr. Jeffrey L. ParrishDr. Jeffrey Langdon Parrish attended the United States Air Force Academy, receiving his BS degree in 1968. He served as an Air Force pilot from 1969-73. Following his military service he began studying dentistry at the University of Washington and graduated in 1979. While at UW he was both Junior Class President and Student Body President for the SOD. He practiced in the area until his retirement in 2002. In addition to running a busy practice, Dr. Parrish has been active in organized dentistry holding offices in the SKCDS, WSDA and the ADA. He was named the WSDA Citizen of the Year in 2004 and contributes a regular column to the WSDA publication. Dr. Parrish’s civic activities have included overseas medical mission trips, involvement with the Redmond Transportation Planning Committee and participation in various political campaigns. In his free time, he enjoys travel and water sports. His family includes his wife, Jo Anne, and two grown daughters.

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Dr. Steven PrinceDr. Steven Prince graduated from Tufts University School of Dentistry in 1975. He has been in full-time practice in Seattle for 34 years. Dr. Prince is married to Judith and they live on Mercer Island.

Dr. Gary D. PyferDr. Gary D. Pyfer graduated from the University off Washington School of Dentistry in 1977. Prior to attending UW, he was in the Navy from 1964 -1972. He has been in practice for 34 years. He is married to Julene and lives and works in Shoreline. Dr. Pyfer has been a member of the SKCDS Forensic Committee for over 10 years.

Dr. Martin RabinDr. Martin Rabin was born in Brooklyn, New York and earned his BS at Brooklyn College in 1963. In 1971 he completed his DMD at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston. Following graduation from dental school, Dr. Rabin served in the Air Force at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas from 1971-73. In 1975, Dr. Rabin moved to the West Coast to do periodontal studies at the University of Washington. Upon completion he practiced dentistry in Seattle. He and his wife, Tami, have three adult children and live on Mercer Island. Dr. Rabin has been involved in numerous professional organizations and study clubs, most notably the Washington State Society for Periodontics. He has served leadership roles in that organization including President in 1983. Between 1975 and 1983 Dr. Rabin worked as an instructor at the

University of Washington SOD. He is currently working as an Assistant Clinical Instructor in Graduate Periodontics. In his spare time, Dr. Rabin enjoys jogging, biking, skiing, hiking and playing tennis. Dr. Harleston E. “Bud” Runion IIIDr. Bud Runion is in full-time practice in Kirkland and has been for 36 years. He attended the University of Kentucky and graduated in 1975. He is married to Linda and lives in Bellevue. Dr. Daniel RyningDr. Daniel Ryning has been serving the dental needs of his friends and neighbors for over 30 years. After graduating from the University of Washington School of Dentistry, he settled in Enumclaw to begin his practice. His dedication to his patients is matched only by his commitment to his community and family. Combining his years of experience with his interest in new dental technologies, Dr. Ryning has been able to offer his patients the best dental services available.

Dr. Ryning is in the top 5% of Invisalign providers in the nation, earning the status of “Premier Provider.” He has completed a two-year general practice orthodontic graduate program and has added orthodontia to his list of services offered. He is also trained and certifi ed in the use of soft tissue lasers. Keeping up-to-date on current dental techniques is critical and continuing dental education is a high priority for Dr. Ryning. Continued next page >>


Life Members continued...

In addition to maintaining his dental practice, Dr. Ryning has been active in community services. He was a member of the King County Juvenile Court Conference Committee for seven years and a member of the Enumclaw School District Board of Directors for eight years. He and his wife Randie have also been active in local youth activities. In his leisure time, Dr. Ryning enjoys traveling and spending time with his family. His three grown children reside in the area and he says, “Watching my children grow has been great and now we are experiencing the joys of grandchildren.” Dr. Ryning is also affiliated with the Academy of Laser Dentistry and the Associate Fellow of Academy of General Practice Orthodontics Dr. Donald SnyderDr. Don Snyder has practiced dentistry in Bellevue for 37 years. He graduated from USC Dental School in 1972 and moved to the Northwest to serve in the military as a dentist at McChord Air Force Base. He forgot to go home when Dr. Henry Surbeck offered him a position at his office in Federal Way. Later he moved to Bellevue and worked with Drs. George Wood and Warren Taylor eventually taking over Dr. Wood’s practice. Dr. Snyder spent almost two decades teaching in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at the UW Dental School and plans to return if they will have him back. He and his wife, Anita, enjoy the outdoors, especially hiking at Mt. Rainier. He is an avid golfer, skier and bicyclist.

Dr. James W. SoineDr. James Soine graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 1971. Following graduation, he served in the Army from 1971-1973. After 40 years in practice, he is still working in the Kirkland area. He is married to Barbara and lives in Woodinville.

Dr. Ted W. StacyDr. Ted Stacy graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 1971. Following graduation, he served in the Army from 1971-1973. He practices in the South King County area.

Dr. Robert R. UhlmansiekDr. Robert Uhlmansiek earned a degree in Electrical Engineering in 1968 before completing his DDS at University of Washington in 1975. He earned academic honors in both programs. He has practiced in Lake Forest Park since 1975 and has served as an affiliate professor at the UW School of Dentistry since 1975. He has been active with both WSDA and SKCDS, holding offices and working on committees with both organizations. He is a member of several study clubs as well. He currently lives in Woodinville with his wife, Nancy. Dr. Fredrick E . “Ked” WestgateAfter graduating in 1971 from the UW School of Dentistry, Dr. Westgate served two years in the Air Force stationed in Wichita Falls, Texas. Upon returning to the Pacific Northwest in 1973 he set up practice in Redmond, WA and practiced there until 2009, when he retired. For over 30 years he was active in the R.V. Tucker Academy both as a member and as a club mentor, and he is still currently the mentor of the Emerald City club. Since retiring he has taught part time at the Dental School in the Restorative Department. He has always considered dentistry to be an honorable and rewarding career. Dr. Rebecca ZerngastDr. Zerngast graduated from Brown University and the University of Washington School of Dentistry and has been working ever since at what she calls “the best job in the world!” Dr. Zerngast enjoys dentistry because there are satisfactions every day - in building someone’s smile, in coaching them in healthy living or helping them to be comfortable with dental treatment. Dr. Zerngast believes it is important to keep abreast of the latest changes in dentistry, so the office has made a strong commitment to continuing education, with classes, readings, study clubs and mentoring. “I want the best for my patients!”

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JANUARY 2012Dr. Lucas BeattyDr. Marta BeckerDr. Gregory GuymanDr. Noah LetwinDr. Patrick McGrathDr. Thomas PetersDr. Kathleen SaturayDr. Lisa Simpson

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Give Kids A Smile!

FEBRUARY, 2012 -- If the eyes are the windows to the soul, a smile is the window to the heart… and what better way to keep that heart happy and healthy than by taking care of the smile? The Seattle-King County Dental Society was thrilled to support our members in their selfless efforts to provide desperately needed oral health services to the children in our community yet again, and blown away by the level of commitment we saw.

The data is still coming in, but we have already seen indications of over $36,000 in care provided to over 95 children! With 14 member dentists and their stellar staff members participating this year, we expect those numbers to climb dramatically in the next month.

We are thankful to the many dentists who contributed to this year’s success. Additionally, we would like to thank the Washington State Dental Foundation for their contribution of $1,500 which helped to offset the cost of the goody bags presented to the children who received care. Included in the goody bags were a toothbrush, floss, toothpaste, toothbrush covers, timers and an informative coloring book.

We acknowledge that dentists alone will not be able to solve the ever-growing oral health access crisis. We urge our members to continue their participation in this program and champion the cause of providing access to oral health care within our community.

Thank you to all who participated. We look forward to serving even more needy children in 2013.

“Providing dental care to children in need is really the least I can do. Children are our most precious blessings. To help an indigent child in need of dental care, not only helps the child’s health, it soothes the parents’ heart. As a parent myself, I can understand the broken heart a parent must have to be unable to afford proper oral health care for their children. I am so thankful to my staff who supported me for the last three years and who have volunteered their own time to provide care and education to these kids.” – Lina Kim, DDS

Dr. Lina Kim doing a school presentation.

Volunteers with Dr. Nhi Pham’s event; below is her office team.

Dr. Stuart Vendeland with two young patients.

Did we put the FUN in fundraising?You better believe it!There was a great deal of “wearing of the green” at the 17th Annual Auction hosted by the Seattle-King County Dental Foundation on Saturday, March 17, at the Herban Feast. Well lubricated with “shamrocktinis,” we were determined to put the FUN in fundraising, and we succeeded!

The early and generous support of our corporate sponsors was vital in planning this popular event. We would like to thank them for their important contributions toward helping the Foundation reach its goal of eliminating dental pain and infection. Our premier sponsors were Constantine Builders, DP, Inc. and the Washington Dentists’ Insurance Agency. Our Underwriters included NORDIC, Pacific Continental Bank and the Washington Dental Service Foundation. Our Gold sponsors were Burkhart Dental Supply, Durham Law Offices PLLC, Max Technologies, Nakanishi Dental Lab, Physicians and Dentists Credit Bureau and ProTI. We also want to thank our In-Kind supporters: Mac & Jack Brewing Company (beer), Skip Rock Distillers (alcohol) and Office Wraps, Inc. (table centerpieces).

The evening began with premium wine tasting from five superior wineries: Avissi Winery, Dona Paula Winery, J. Bookwalter Winery, Stevens Winery and Two (II) Vintners. Hors d’oeuvres were served while guests had the opportunity to sample these excellent wines and purchase their favorites.

David Crowe, an award-winning comedian, served as our wonderful auctioneer and Master of Ceremonies for the dinner and live auction. He kicked off the evening with a “martini madness” bidding war that resulted in martinis for one lucky table and a basket of unique alcohol from Skip Rock Distillery. The live Auction included our traditional golden retriever as well as some other wonderful items like a Sounders Game Day Package. Other hotly contested items included a romantic night on the town in Seattle, a stay in ahistoric Napa Valley Winery and a wine tour in a chauffeured vehicle.

Erin Go Bragh! St. Patrick’s Day Gala 2012

Dr. Tom And Lindsey Rude (on the left) with Jason and Barbara Larson.

Dr. Nina Svino and puppy.

Mr. Rekhi, Tom Gibbons, Dr. Tisha Rekhi, Dan Dixon and Dr. Princy Rekhi.Brittney Bench Dean and Dr. David Dean.



The highest selling item was the catered Seattle Skyline cruise—for the second year in a row!

The most critical portion of the Auction, our raise-the-paddle or fund-a-need section, raised almost $35,100 for the Foundation. All these donations are 100% tax deductible and, these funds go directly to helping eliminate dental pain and infection. Please see page 21 for a listing of our generous donors to this important part of the Auction.

The audience then capped the evening off with the great Oncore Band. There were a lot of energetic dancers out there. All incriminating pictures have been destroyed—but people sure had fun.

The Event Planning Committee, chaired by Dr. Sarah Fraker, began their work a year ago accomplishing their goal to present this fantastic event. The other committee members included Dr. Karim Alibhai, Dr. CR Anderegg, Dr. Franco Audia, Mr. Robert Brown, Dr. Michelle Caldier, Mr. George Constantine, Dr. Linda Edgar, Ms. Robin Haley, Ms. Melissa Hayes, Ms. Lisa Hess, Ms. Bre Hill, Dr. Cynthia Pauley, Dr. Princy Rekhi, Dr. Karen Sakuma, Dr. Nina Svino, Ms. Janice Thayer, Jennifer Freimund, Sandra Anderson and Krystal Bishop.

We would like to thank all the on-site volunteers who helped to make this auction a success including dental assisting students from Lake Washington Technical College and the dental students at the University of Washington.

The Seattle-King County Dental Foundation Auction is the major source of funding for the Foundation. Thank you to everyone who so generously gave your support to make this event happen for the benefit of people who need dental care in our community. NOW: Mark your calendars for next year’s Gala: Saturday, March 16, 2013—it promises to be a great time!

Turn the page for more photos and results >>

Dr. Karim Alibhai and Dr. Cindy Pauley address the crowd.

Dr. Nina Svino’s table wins the martini bid from Skip Rock Distillers.Mr. Erickson.


What you (and the Gala) help support...

The Seattle-King County Dental Foundation and Dental Society are reducing barriers to accessing

dental care. Here’s some information about the programs supported by the Gala:

Dental Care for Dialysis PatientsSince November 2009, Society members have donated over $150,000 in dental care to

patients awaiting life-saving kidney transplants. In order to receive a life-saving kidney

transplant, dialysis patients have to be completely free of infection—including oral disease.

Thanks to the generosity of our dentist volunteers, 10 patients have received transplants, 15

have been cleared for transplant and are awaiting a match and 22 more patients are able to

eat without pain while they undergo dialysis.

Swedish Community Specialty Clinic (SCSC)In September 2011, we opened a free clinic that offers complex extractions for patients

referred from the community dental safety net. Partnering with several organizations, this

dental clinic is located at Swedish Hospital. Designed to treat patients that community clinics

cannot, this vital service saves lives and money as it keeps patients out of hospital emergency

rooms—a much more costly option.

For our first six months, we were open one day a week; beginning in January, we added a

second day of treatment each week. We have treated 78 patients and provided $88,256

in donated care since we opened six short months ago. In addition, volunteer dentists have

extracted 305 teeth.

Rose Chang and a cute friend!

Dr. Karim Alibhai preps the wine.

Dr. Kim Winston and her guests. Dr. Princy Rekhi

Gala photographer: Shannon Pitton


In addition to purchasing items, these generous

folks also supported the Fund-A-Need portion of our

event where we raised $35,075.

Fund-A-Need $2,000 and above

Tom and Lindsay RudeKaren SakumaDoug Walsh and Kathy Blain

Fund-A-Need $1,500 - $1,999

Karim Alibhai and Kenji BeppuCamille Bransford Steve and Sandy HardymonPrincy Rekhi Fund-A-Need $1,000 - $1,499

Michelle L. D. CaldierGeorge and Kay ConstantineDan and Mimi DixonCraig and Joyce JacksonPatricia and Gilbert PauleyAudrey and Jeff TattRick and Frances TaylorRod Wentworth and Jill deMarco

Fund-A-Need $500 - $999

Vic and Lisa BarryKristi and Phil DonleyLinda and Bryan Edgar Barry and Kristi FederJennifer FreimundDouglass JacksonDavid and Christy Kim

Christy Kirchner and Jason LittleCarrie Magnuson and Steve WickDavid and Susan MinahanGoichi and Tomoko ShiotsuJeff ShortNina Svino and Ernie SvasandDoug and Sue TrimbleAmy Winston

Fund-A-Need $250 - $499

Bill and Ann BowdenDavid and Brittany DeanMaria and Jaime DiazSarah Fraker and Jim JensenTom GibbonJack Hou and Kortne FredericksRobert JaffeeKevin and Beatrice JoeWilliam and Tiffany JollyTeresa and Michael KangBob and Ann LewisChristopher and Lisa LewisElizabeth MuellerSallie NeillieGregory and Pon OgataNancy PacharzinaSusan and Josh RobertsJung Song and Josh JoerresBryan and Ellen WilliamsReid Winkler

Fund-A-Need $100 - $249

Rose ChangMaria EnriquezRoss and Deanna Fraker

Kim and Zach HeeterRochelle JacquesElizabeth KutcipalFrances and Derek OlsonJoseph Schneider and Monique NadeauRick Seeger and Robin KochBilly ShadrinDean TonerInge Van RooyenJeannie Van VleetJeff and Rebecca WeeksJudson and Amelie WernerJessica WeschRadu WolfHelen Youm Fund-A-Need $25 - $99

Steve Albright and Paula CipollaDon AndersonChristi and Michael BaxterKrystal and Stephen BishopEric and Denice BrockRobert and Lisha BrownHolland and Breanna HillWhitney HollandAlison HooverBracken and Kate KillpackDave LarsenJason and Barbara LarsonNoah and Rebecca LetwinJesse MancillaKiran MistryMaggie and Octovio RinconKainoa Trotter and Erin McKinneyLauren VainioJosie WhiteJason and Farrah Zemke

They Raised Their Paddles to Fund-A-Need


EXPOSURES Questions

By Al Munk, DDS

I am sick and tired of answering questions. When I was dating the woman I affectionately refer to as my “first wife,” she asked me so many questions that I finally asked her “are there any more questions?” Unfortunately, she has never stopped on this tack and I am constantly bombarded with a never-ending onslaught of queries about topics which I am either completely disinterested in or worse, that I detest.

My next wife (perish the thought, how could anyone stand more than one in a lifetime?!) will be a deaf-mute with a delightful smile and we will wile away the hours in blissful silence with only the occasional conversation in sign language. Arguments will be finalized with a single middle finger salute to each other rather than an oral attack of epithets and similes. We’ll battle like the ants without trumpets or bugles and our war will be none the lesser despite its absence of volume.

As if the questions from “the little woman” were not bad enough, soon my children began asking questions. At first, they seemed harmless enough – “Why do we wear shoes Daddy?” But soon enough, they progressed into subjects better left unsaid, which made Art Linkletter a handsome living while embarrassing a generation of trusting parents. As the kids got older, the questions were straightforward though nonetheless aggravating. “Can I have the car and twenty bucks??” “How come Nina got twenty bucks and I didn’t get any?” Then finally, to the present day, the questions come via email and the cell phone - “Could I have $650 to pay my rent this month?” “I wrecked the car so could I borrow $2,000 which I’ll pay back as soon as I can?” (this always means never!!).

The syndrome is of course rampant around the dental office and of a particularly evil nature. Let’s start with the staff. An employee comes in to your office while you are blissfully reading Golf Digest and closes the door. “Could I ask you a question, Doctor?” What are the odds of this question being something you are going to enjoy, be happy about or make you money? My guess is the odds are from zero to negative one. Your mind races thought past scenarios involving injury, illness and pregnancy and money. You grit your teeth removing the last bit of enamel currently clinging to you occlusal surfaces. And for the thousandth time you must answer the question from your employee which is of course unanswerable.

For there are never true answers to any question worth its salt. That is why there are philosophers, politicians and golf instructors. “Why do I slice the ball?” you innocently ask the golf pro. He doesn’t know, perhaps even God does not know the answer to this question, though I intend to inquire about it myself at the pearly gates – or alternatively at the gates of Hell which, come to think of it, may be where such knowledge is to be found.

Meanwhile, your employee is going on and on about either a raise, the other assistant or her hemorrhoids while your mind drifts to that 30-footer you canned for a birdie last Saturday. You cannot give her an answer because according to Munk’s Law there is no answer so you say you’ll think about it and just hope she forgets about it as you certainly will within a microsecond.

Patients are the final source of inane questions. Perhaps the most annoying of all: “Is there mercury in this filling?” “Will it harm me?” “How long will this filling last?” “Why is my tooth loose?” “Why is my denture loose?” “Why does my tooth hurt?” Etc. etc. etc. ad infinitum. There are no answers to these questions. We don’t know them and we don’t care. The next time a patient asks any of these or any related questions, repeat after me: We don’t know and we don’t care. We don’t know and we don’t care. Say it sincerely and look them in the eye like the books tell you. Try a version of this with your wife too.

Let me know how it works. The more educated among you may wish to get into an existential discussion of knowledge but the rest of you follow my lead. We don’t know and we don’t care. Soon, patients will stop asking questions and you can return to your desk, put your feet up and catch up on your reading or take a nap.

That’s all for now from Ballard.


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