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Dentistry
HOUSTON
Publisher | LuLu Stavinoha
Photographer | Ray Bryant, Bryant Studios
Contributing Writers | Tina Cauller, Denise Ditto,
Marc Fowler, Catherine Lightfoot, Ilene A. Russo,
Dr. Shawn Seifikar, Dwight Shreve, Dr. Karen Walters,
Rhonda Whitmeyer
The 2018 holiday season is upon us and I
must say, this year has flown by! I hope we
all can take time to count our blessings and
enjoy this special time of year with friends
and family.
Houston Dentistry is pleased to present
Apex Dental Partners as this issue’s feature
cover story. Apex's practice affiliation
model is designed to preserve the values of
private practice. The practices are individ-
ually branded and the doctors have com-
plete clinical control in providing patient
care. Doctors partnering with Apex have
the option to practice as long as they want
and retain their staff.
The Star of the South meeting is on the
horizon. 2019 Chair, Dr. Karen Walters
shares highlights for the meeting, “Reflec-
tions of Perfection” Make your plans now
to attend the convention which will be held
February 7-8 at the George R. Brown Con-
vention Center. It is always a great time to
network with colleagues.
Marc Whitehead & Associates is presented
as this issue’s Custom Profile. Disability
insurance can be difficult to navigate and
Mr. Whitehead offers answers to concerns
many dentists face when making a claim.
UTHealth School of Dentistry offers infor-
mation on their Fellowship Program that
allows dental clinicians to explore aca-
demic careers.
Check out TSBDE Update for the recent
changes to the rules and regulations if you
administer nitrous or sedation in your
practice.
Additional compelling editorial rounds out
this issue – Compliance explores the criti-
cal issue of the safety of your dental water-
line and Money Matters explains timing
and tax benefits for year-end purchases.
Enjoy these articles and more!
Ray Bryant
PHOTOGRAPHY
Tina Cauller
WRITING / DESIGN
Thank so much to all who support and con-
tribute to make this publication possible!
Until next time… keep smiling and have a
safe and joyous holiday season!
LuLu Stavinoha, RDH
Publisher
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2019 Cover Story!
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