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Dr. Rise’ Martin of Lakehills, TX has been named the recipient of the 2014 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award by the American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD).

This is the highest honor that the AAWD bestows upon a woman dentist member and recognizes significant service to dentistry on the basis of achievement in civic, cultural, humanitarian and academic areas.  It honors women who promote a positive image for women in dentistry and those who help to advance AAWD’s mission to be the recognized resource for connecting and enriching lives of women dentists.

Dr. Martin was nominated by beloved Past President Dr. Jane Selbe. After Dr. Selbe died in March, Dr. Martin’s nomination was seconded by Immediate past President Dr. Mary Beth Aichelmenn-Reidy.

Dr. Martin’s contributions to AAWD, the dental industry and her community at large are too numerous to list, but we’ve highlighted some of our favorites below.

Dr. Martin graduated with a DDS degree from UTHSCSA and joined the faculty in 1993 where she stayed on  until 2003.  In 2001, she started her own practice in Lakehllls, TX where she has been an active member of the community, serving as a Mission Dentist for the past 20 years; serving the community as a Lay Minister of the Methodist Church and volunteering at the local food bank and homeowners association.

She has served the dental community well – from 1997 – 2005 she served on the AAWD’s Executive Board, serving as President for a 2-year term (2000 and 2001).  She served as President of AAWD’s 501-c-3 Foundation, Smiles for Success, from 2004-2009 and continues to donate dental work to patients whenever called upon.

Dr. Martin has been recognized for her efforts by her peers through various organization for her efforts:

• In 2008 she was elected and inducted into Pierre Fauchard Academy
• In 2010 she was presented with the Texas Dental Association Goodfellow Award
• In 2011, the American Dental Association presented Dr. Martin with the Golden Apple Award for Leadership
• and in 2012 the Texas Academy of General Dentistry named Dr. Martin “ Dentist of the Year”

She currently holds membership in  the International College of Dentistry, Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society, Delta Mu Delta, National Honor Society-Bus. Admin., Our Lady of the Lake Alumni Association, American College of Dentistry, Christian Medical/Dental Association, AGD, TAGD, ADA, TDA, SADDS, UTHSCDSSA Alumni, the American Dental Association, the American Association of Women Dentists.

This year she is serving as Local Chair for ADA-2014 America’s Dental Meeting, which AAWD is proud to partner with in 2014.  Please join us for our 2014 Annual Meeting “AAWD – Leading the Future of Dentistry” in the Lila Cockrell Theatre on Thursday, October 9, 2014, when Dr. Rise’ Martin will be on hand to accept her much-deserved award.

The American Association of Women Dentists congratulates Dr. Rise’ Martin on all of her accomplishments.

The American Association of Women Dentists is the premier organization for women dentists dedicated to becoming the recognized resource for connecting and enriching the lives of women dentists.

San Antonio  – Dr. Rise’ Martin has been awarded the 2012 Dentist of the Year Award by the Texas Academy of General Dentistry (TAGD). It is considered one of the most prestigious honors a Texas dentist can earn.

Dr. Martin was one of only fifteen dentists nominated for this year’s award. She and the other nominees were honored at a special night of celebration on Friday, September 14, at the 2012 Texas Dentist of the Year Gala during TAGD’s annual Lone Star Dental Conference in Austin which celebrates dentists throughout the state who exhibit a commitment to continuing dental education, service to the community and activism in the dental profession. Each nominee was recognized and received an engraved plaque. The Gala concluded with the announcement of the 2012 Texas Dentist of the Year and the presentation of the trophy to winner Dr. Rise’ Martin and a proclamation in her name signed by Governor Rick Perry. Dr. Martin was nominated by the San Antonio District Dental Society.

Dr. Martin is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She held the position of President of the Texas Section 7th International College of Dentists in 2010. She has organized the Great Expectations Mentoring Program at the UTHSC Dental School in San Antonio and matches each new freshman class of dental students each year with senior dental students, faculty members and local dentists who remain with the students throughout their four years of dental school, earning her a coveted Golden Apple Award from the American Dental Association presented to her in 2011 by Dr. Raymond Gist, ADA President. Dr. Martin was president of the San Antonio District Dental Society 2008-2009 and continues to provide leadership and mentorship. She is described by her peers as a passionate and outstanding dentist who has an admirable dedication to volunteerism. She actively participates in Dental Missions Trips, Smiles on Wheels, Texas Mission of Mercy – all in addition to maintaining her private practice in Lakehills, TX.

The Texas Academy of General Dentistry is the second largest dental organization in Texas. Its nearly 2,700 members are dedicated to continuing dental education in general practice. To earn a nomination by a local AGD component or local dental society, a dentist must demonstrate dedication to the profession, service to the community, dental school involvement, and a clear vision for the future of dentistry. The 2011 Texas Dentist of the Year award was claimed by San Antonio dentist Dr. Warren Branch also a San Antonio District Dental Society past president.

AAWD members continue to amaze and inspire!

Heartfelt congratulations to Susan Hollar, DDS and AAWD Corporate Sponsors Vickie Waitsman (DentalEZ) and Anne Steinbock (WhipMix) who were named among the list of the Top 25 Women in Dentistry for 2012 by Dental Products Report Magazine.

To see read their stories and see the full list of recipients, click here: http://www.dentalproductsreport.com/dental/top-25-women-dentistry-2012

During the 91st Annual Meeting of the American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD), held June 28-30, 2012 in Chicago, IL, AAWD members and annual meeting attendees cast their votes for the 2012 Best New Product for Women.

AAWD congratulates A-dec, Inc. for their LED Operatory Light.

“This light will transform the treatment room and make our jobs as dentists much easier. The light promotes less eye strain, better patient view and it is easy to move. I think this is a great product.” said Dr. Jennifer Cornell, President of the American Association of Women Dentists.

“Designed for optimal visual acuity and treatment-room ergonomics, the A-dec LED is an outstanding solution that outperforms all other industry options,”says A-dec Product Manager Tom McCleskey. “By evolving LED technology, we’ve established a new benchmark for operatory lighting.”

A-dec’s advanced light emitting diode (LED) technology has been optically engineered specifically for dentists and the dental operatory. The A-dec LED stands alone in the market because of how well it reduces eye strain and provides optimal ergonomics while ensuring ample illumination, clarity and depth during treatment. McCleskey also touts the solution’s ability to reduce eye fatigue because of how the light’s “stadium effect” mitigates shadows and maintains a uniform light pattern. Plus, its unencumbered controls, unparalleled positionability, and fluid movement, combine to create outstanding ergonomics.

To learn more about A-dec, Inc. or the LED Operatory Light, contact Paula Vogel at 1.800.547.1833 (1.800.538.7478 worldwide) or visit www.a-dec.com

Congratulations to Maureen McAndrew, DDS, MSEd, Clinical Associate Professor, Director of Clinical Faculty Education, New York University College of Dentistry, recipient of the 2011 AAWD P&G/Gillette Hayden Memorial Fund Research Award.

Dr. Andrew’s research will focus on the Role of Dental Profession in the Identification and Referral of Domestic Violence. Research has recently begun on this project.

To hear on update on Dr. McAndrew’s progress, come to our Annual Meeting in Chicago, June 28-30, 2012.

The American Association of Women Dentists is pleased to announce Mary E. Martin, DDS, M.Ed. as the recipient of the 2011 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award.

Since 1983, The Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award is AAWD’s highest honor, which recognizes significant service to dentistry on the basis of achievement in civic, cultural, humanitarian and academic areas. It honors women who promote a positive image for women in dentistry and those who help to advance AAWD’s mission to be the recognized resource for connecting and enriching lives of women dentists.

The American Association of Women Dentists is pleased to award Dr. Martin with this year’s award as she exemplifies what this award is all about. Dr. Martin was one of the founding women in Oklahoma to establish the Oklahoma Association of Women Dentists and has throughout her career mentored females in the dental and dental auxiliary field. She has been an officer of the OAWD and member in some capacity since 1985. She has served as its President more than once and currently serves as the treasurer. Recently, the OAWD named a scholarship award after Dr. Mary E. Martin to honor her achievements.

Additionally, Dr. Martin served as National President of the American Association of Women Dentists in1994 and has served AAWD and its members as both a board member and President of the AAWD’s Smiles for Success Foundation and the Gillette Hayden Memorial Foundation from 1994 through 2005.

Her service to the profession includes many years of service as Professor in the Department of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology at the University of Oklahoma, College of Dentistry. She is an accomplished lecturer, mentor and has been nominated for countless professional and community awards.

Dr. Martin along with her husband, Dr. Steven Carson currently own Eagle Dental Corporation, P.C. in Midwest City, OK. She and Dr. Carson live in Oklahoma City and have one son. Dr. Martin also has a daughter and two grandsons.

Dr. Martin received her award on Friday, June 24, 2011 during AAWD’s Annual Meeting at the Skirvin Hilton in Oklahoma City, OK.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]AAWD is proud to announce the June Warren Lee Memorial Award. Named in honor of the late Dr. June Warren Lee, an AAWD past-president and much loved and respected leader, who passed away last year.

The inaugural award will be presented in June 2012 to an outstanding student leader who has shown excellence in leadership, organizational skills and service to the AAWD. Candidates will be nominated by their peers for consideration. A selection committee will determine the receipent of the award, which consists of an all-expense paid trip to attend the AAWD’s Annual Meeting and includes the cost of airfare, hotel and meeting registration costs. Additionally, the student leader will be recognized at the Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet.

To contribute to the fund, check the June Warren Lee Memorial Fund in the optional contributions on your renewal statement. All contributions are tax deductible through the Gillette Hayden Memorial Foundation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]