The Woodbury Bulletin
Dr. Ned Nippoldt of the Centre for Distinctive Dentistry in Woodbury, has won a gold medal in the 11th Annual American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) National Smile Gallery competition, sponsored by Americus Dental Labs, Inc., for exhibiting outstanding skill in cosmetic dental procedures. Dr. Nippoldt's work was selected at the organization's 21st Annual Scientific Session in Nashville, Tenn.
"I am happy to carry on the AACD's tradition of excellence and changing people's lives through cosmetic dentistry, " said Dr. Nippoldt.
DR. Nippoldt thanked Valley Dental Arts and lab technicians Pete Hemstock and Marc Maroski for their assistance in the design and creation of the award-winning entry. The creation of a dynamic smile requires the input of all aspects of cosmetic dentistry, from molding the appropriate tooth to affixing the correct veneer.
The Annual AACD Smile Gallery Competition awards winners in six categories based upon technical skill in cosmetic dentistry, including: All Ceramic (Metal-Free) Restorations, Mixed Media, Fixed or Fixed-Removables, Direct Composite Restorations, Indirect Anterior or Posterior Esthetics, and Special Effects. All entries are submitted anonymously by members of the AACD.
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry is the largest international dental organization dedicated specifically to the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. Founded in 1984, the AACCD has over 6,000 members in the United States and more then 50 countries around the globe. Members of the Academy include cosmetic and reconstructive dentists, dental laboratory technicians, dental hygienists, dental assistants, educators, researchers, corporations and students.
