Dental News - AACD announces class of 2012

Dental Tribune USA

Thu. 28 June 2012

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NEW YORK, NY, USA: Excellence in cosmetic dentistry can be defined in many ways, but one of them is through AACD accreditation — the academy’s coveted credential. This year, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry has welcomed 12 dental professionals to accredited member status and two to the AACD accredited fellow ranks.

It took hard work and perseverance, but they’ve achieved their goal of joining the AACD’s highly acclaimed credentialed group — an experience some AACD members have noted as “life-changing,” both professionally and personally.

Dr. Susan Hollar and Dr. C. Lee Wyant have been named accredited fellows in the academy. Fellowship is the highest level of achievement available to AACD members.

The purpose of fellowship is to provide a higher level of achievement for members in accordance with the AACD’s mission of education and excellence.

The newly accredited members are:

David K. Chan, DMD
Todd L. Cochran
C Kent Decker, CDT
Chiann Fan Gibson, DMD
Gesica T. Horn, DDS
Phillip A. Kemp, DDS
Lonnie Lee, CDT
Rebecca K. Pitts, DMD (accredited laboratory technician)
Lauren J. Shanard, DDS
Todd C. Snyder, DDS
Aliasger Tunkiwala, BDS, MDS
Ossie R. Vereen, CDT, MDT

The accreditation process, which was developed by the AACD and is the world’s most recognized advanced credentialing program, encourages further education, interaction with like-minded colleagues and the opportunity for professional growth. Accreditation requires dedication to continuing education and responsible patient care. To earn the credential, individuals were required to pass a written and oral examination and submit several different case types.

“Accredited dentists and laboratory technicians are the most passionate and committed dental professionals, and we welcome these 12 individuals to the ranks of accredited member status, and two to accredited fellow status,” said Dr. Nils Olson, chairperson for AACD accreditation.

“Through their hard work, these individuals have shown that they dig deeper and question standard practices to reach a higher level of dentistry — to achieve a beautiful smile.”

Both the newly accredited and accredited fellows will receive their recognition and awards at a special ceremony Saturday evening at the Celebration of Excellence Gala. Accredited member Dr. Jason Olitsky, who received his accredited member status last year but was unable to attend the previous session, will be also honored at this year’s gala.

Be sure to stop by the showcase of excellence to see examples of newly accredited members’ work.

(Source: AACD)

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