USDTA TODAY

Fall 2016

50th Annual Spring Meeting

South Seas Island Resort Captiva Island, FL April 23-29, 2017

Captiva and Sanibel Islands boast the Sunshine

State's most pristine stretches of natural sand,

offering a stunning display of more than 250

species of seashells, 230 species of birds, more

than 20 miles of bike paths, and “epic” fishing.

Stroll Bowman’s Beach. Have a picnic at Gulf

Side City Park. Observe the birds at low tide at

the J. N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife

Refuge. Spend the day out on the water with the

entire family on a boat ride through Captiva

Cruises and explore the neighboring islands.

Bowman's Beach, a quiet, secluded beach with

natural sands, an outdoor shower, and barbecue

grills * Gulf Side City Park, a mid-island

destination with picnic tables and plenty of shady pine trees * Lighthouse Beach and Fishing Pier, featuring a boardwalk nature trail

winding through native wetlands, the site of a historic functioning lighthouse *J. N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, home

to an abundance of bird life * Captiva Cruises, offering a view of Captiva Island, North Captiva, and Cayo Costa National Park from

the water, allowing guests to stop at neighboring Cabbage Key and Useppa Islands, with shelling, dolphin watch, romantic sunset, and

private sailboat cruises available.

Hello present, and future, USDTA members! My name is Dr. Kent Kalb, acting President of this fine organization. We have enjoyed

a wonderful baseball World Series, and "survived" a memorable Presidential election. The weather in Flemingsburg, Kentucky is

cooling as we approach winter. I am already anticipating much warmer temperatures, and lots of tennis, April 23-29, 2017 at South

Seas Island Resort, located in beautiful Captiva, Florida. This will be our 50th year of existence since our founding members

established the USDTA in Palm Desert, California. Many exciting events are being planned to recognize the USDTA's longevity.

You WILL NOT want to miss this year’s meetings! Informative continuing education, warm ocean breezes, and even warmer

fellowship a waits all who attend. Please contact our Executive Director, Cori Lee, or myself, if you would be interested in joining

our organization.

Looking forward to seeing you all soon,

Kent Kalb, DMD

President, USDTA

tennisplayer_1962@yahoo.com

The Lodge – Lecture Summary

The speaker, Darwin Bagley,

presented a good deal of

information about dental implants.

Even though I speak Spanish, he

made the information easy to

understand. When I return to

Honduras, I would like to begin placing implants. The

demonstration kit was an added bonus that was

enjoyable for everyone to participate in. ~ O. Valdez

Neil Eschenfelder’s “Digital Intra-

Oral Photography” lecture was an

information filled crash course on

photography 101 for both the

dental office and out of office

photography. There was an in-

depth explanation of all of the

cameras, icons and interplay of ISO, aperture size,

speed, etc. I found it to be a very informative

presentation on how to improve the quality of your

dental office photos. ~ S. Kigawa

On Wednesday, our speaker was Mr.

Greg Christensen from The Richards

Group, the country’s LARGEST

independently owned advertising agency. He presented

to us a fun and interactive lecture on “The Psychology of

Advertising – What every dentist Needs to know.” He

expanded on the concept of ‘branding.” He showed us

through different exercises that we all have a brand

whether we realize it or not. He informed us by

branding ourselves, and our practices, we can separate

ourselves from other practitioners. He gave us 4 key

points to branding: lateral thinking, don’t edit (let ideas

flow), clarity (write in a clear manner), and keep

promises (be specific on your customer base and what

you provide). Mr. Christensen gave each of us a new

way to see from a consumer’s point of view. ~ M.

Allport

Dr. Reve Chaston, from the

great state of Utah, gave a

dynamic presentation of

philosophies of extracting

teeth or retaining teeth. The

conclusion; as a profession,

try to retain natural teeth as

long as possible. We always

can recommend restorative treatment of implants,

dentures, hybrids or over dentures when teeth are

hopeless. ~M. Gonzales

Calendar of Events for 2017

Midwinter Meeting Feb 23-25

50th Annual Spring Meeting April 23-29

South Seas Island Resort

Captiva Island, FL

CDA Anaheim May 4-6

CDA San Francisco Aug 26-28

50th Annual Fall Meeting Nov 5-11

Shadow Mountain Resort & Club

Palm Desert, CA

Meeting Summary It was great to go back to the Lodge at Ventana Canyon

in Tucson, AZ for the 49th Annual Fall Meeting. The

USDTA has been at this beautiful resort in the past and

the staff is exceptional with the service and the food-

fantastic! The location is perfect for a quick jaunt to the

stores and restaurants and the magnificent Kartchner

Caverns and Tombstone were not far.

One activity that brought most of the group together was

the World Series. Our Chicago Cubs couple: Bob and

Carol Kaspers had a cheering squad watching in the

resort restaurant for the last two games. It got so

stressful, that they even left the “party” to watch in their

room! We all celebrated with them the victory of their

home team!

The weather was very cooperative during the week as

well! It started off in the mid to high 80’s, but cooled

down as the week went on, which was great for those

playing multiple events all afternoon! The rain, thunder

and lightning came in the night, but the courts were dry

by the time we were ready to play the next day!

Ventana Canyon had an addition since the last time we

were there, and the new swimming pool and jacuzzi was

a definite plus for all the

participants and kids. The

Welcome Dinner was set by

the pool, and the group

welcomed a new couple!!

David and Didi Zamler joined

us from Michigan. It was

wonderful to have them and we look forward to seeing

them again next year!

Another couple that we

welcomed back were Jerry

and Nancy Goldsmith from

Indiana. Thank you all for

joining us!

It was a big treat with the meeting week falling over

Halloween, we had to have a costume party! Everyone

was creative with their costumes and had a great time at

the cocktail party. The resort had great food and

beverages were had by everyone! We welcome you to

come join

our 50th

Annual

Spring

meeting

April 23-29,

2017 at the

beautiful

South Seas

Island Resort on Captiva Island, FL. Past President,

Randy Van Alstine will be there with his band for the

Farewell Dinner!

Questions?

Contact Cori Lee,

Executive Director dentaltennis@gmail.com

800-445-2524

Tennis Results

Men’s Singles – First place – John Carrels

Second place – Martin Lieven

Women’s singles - First place – Karin Hoesli

Second place – Robin Dierenfield

Men’s A/B Doubles – First place – Steve Kigawa &

Mani Morshed

Second place – Bill Parker & Mike Belby

Women's Doubles - First place – Kathy Belby;

Tied Karin Hoesli & Noushin Morshed

Second place – Didi Zamler & Cori Lee

Mixed Doubles A - First place – Steve Kigawa and

Karin Hoesli,

Second place tie – Mani/Noushin Morshed & Cori

Lee/Buzz DeFelice

Mixed Doubles B - First place – Bart/Cindy Cleary

Second place – Marc Wigglesworth/Rocelle Maliksi

Speakers for South Seas Island Resort April 23-29, 2017

Topic: Improved Patient Care through Lawsuit Protection and Prevention for Dentists Course Objective: To maintain focus on improved patient care, rather than lawsuit defense. Structure practice for lawsuit protection and prevents, and implement legal structures that will reduce liability insurance costs. Larry Oxenham, Author, Senior Advisor Larry Oxenham is one of America’s top asset protection

experts, having helped thousands of doctors achieve financial peace of mind by teaching them how

to properly structure their assets for lawsuit protection and tax reduction. He has authored and co-authored

several articles and books on the subject including The Asset Protection Bible and How to Achieve Financial Peace of

Mind through Asset Protection. His career has been credited with helping thousands of people save millions of

dollars. Larry Oxenham is a nationally recognized speaker who has trained thousands of professionals at hundreds

of conventions, conferences and seminars across the country.

Topic: Current Treatments for Dentinal Hypersensitivity and Digital Case Presentation Course Objective: This course is designed to teach the fundamental principles of treating

sensitive teeth. The current understanding of the mechanism and causes of dentinal

hypersensitivity will be reviewed. Attendees will learn how teeth become sensitive and how to

evaluate the many available treatment options. Also, the course will enable you to present

treatment plans to patients using Microsoft PowerPoint. Participants will learn the most efficient

methods for organizing effective presentations.

Steven S. Christensen, DDS, FAGD: Steven Christensen graduated from Creighton University Dental School in

1987. He was a member of the faculty at the University of Washington School of Dentistry for 7 years where he

conducted clinical research in general dental practices. Dr. Christensen is an A+ Certified Computer Technician and

a Microsoft Certified PowerPoint Specialist.

Topic: How to Identify and Treat Cervical Resorption Course Objective: To understand the etiology and progression of cervical resorption, how to recognize it, and which cases can be successfully treated. Dr. John J. Christensen graduated from Northwestern University Dental School in 1979 and

began practicing with his father, Robert Juel Christensen (NUDS 1951). John has served on the

Utah Dental Association’s annual Convention committee for 8 years and as chairman in 2005. In

2005 he joined the Academy of General Dentistry and was awarded the AGD Fellowship in 2009 (Eligible for

Mastership in 2017). He presented the results of a study performed with Dr. John Burgess at the American

Association of Dental Research’s national convention in Orlando, Florida in 2006. He has published 3 articles in the

Restorative section of the AGDs’ General Dentistry. Dr. Christensen has participated in TRAC (formerly CRA; Rella

Christensen) studies of: class 2 resins, all ceramic 3 tooth bridge, iTero digital scanner, and indirect resin

restorations. Dr. Christensen currently practices general dentistry in Layton, Utah.

For one of the mornings there will be a Round Table discussion on any topic or treatment cases that members would like to discuss. Please bring case studies or information about a product that you cannot practice without!

The Officers

Kent Kalb, DDS ◦ President

Clearfield, UT

Mike Belby, DDS ◦ Vice President

Belvidere, NJ

Craig Mukai, DDS ◦ Secretary/Treas.

San Francisco, CA

The Executive Director

Cori Lee, RDH

San Jose, CA

The Board of Directors

Mike Allport, DDS

Dayton, TN

David Christensen, DDS

Immediate Past President

Clearfield, UT

Doug Dierenfield, DDS

Kailua Kona, HI

Vernon Dommu, DMD

Trumbull, CT

Terri Gillespie, DDS

Parker, CO

Monte Gonzales, DDS

West Linn, OR

Steve Kigawa, DDS

Los Angeles, CA

Rocelle Maliksi, DDS

Milpitas, CA

Mani Morshed, DDS

Santa Monica, CA

Board Members: David Christensen, Mike Belby, Monte

Gonzales, Steve Kigawa, (Andy Biggs), Doug

Dierenfield, Mani Morshed. Not present: Kent Kalb,

Mike Allport, Rocelle Maliksi, Terri Gillespie, Vernon

Dommu, Craig Mukai

Past Presidents: Andy Biggs, Jeff Wallace, Buzz

DeFelice, Bob Kaspers, Mani Morshed, Dennis

Dierenfield, Jack Lynch

Approved PACE Program Provider FAGD/MAGD Credit Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry or AGD endorsement. Provider ID# 218149

The USDTA needs YOU!

Executive Director position opening Fall 2018!

Looking for organized, responsible person to plan and execute the

spring and fall meetings for the United States Dental Tennis Association.

Duties: Secure contracts with resorts; help secure and confirm contracts

with speakers; Create rooming list to send to the resorts; Keep record of meeting expenses and collaborate with Treasurer; work with the Tennis Director regarding all aspects of the tennis tournament; Keep organization in good standing as a CE providor. Will need to attend all meetings.

Perks: $1,000.00 compensation/month; Organization will pay for accommodations up to 9

nights; airfare; rental car/gas.

For more information or to submit your resume, contact Cori Lee: dentaltennis@gmail.com. All inquiries by Jan. 31, 2017.

Thank you to our corporate sponsors for supporting the USDTA!

Join us for the 50th

year of the United States Dental Tennis Association in

2017!! A celebration at each meeting with great fun and honoring the past

presidents over the years!

Pay your 2017 dues! Go to www.dentaltennis.org to pay online. Or complete form below

with your payment.

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