Press release
The American Mobile & Teledentistry Alliance (AMTA) has named Kwane Watson, DMD, its first-ever president.
“Dr. Watson brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, talent, and enthusiasm to our mission,” said the AMTA board of directors in a statement. “We are thrilled to have someone with Dr. Watson’s leadership, experience, and knowledge of mobile and teledentistry representing our organization.”
“As president, my primary focus is three-fold,” said Dr. Watson. “I strive to increase industry awareness of the alliance, to advance legislative policy on mobile and portable dentistry, and to create an environment within the organization of inclusion, where all members can share ideas and collaborate on improving oral health access and best practices.”
AMTA launched in January 2020 as a unique international association of mobile dental health professionals and organizations that are dedicated to promoting and providing oral health and well-being for patients in a mobile or virtual health-care settings. The alliance provides educational resources and information exchanges for its members, which include dentists, dental hygienists, nondental health-care providers, health program administrators, residents, students, and organizations.
AMTA advocates for national legislation and develops initiatives to advance the mobile and teledentistry niche. For more information on becoming a member or a corporate partner, visit americanmobiledentistryalliance.org.
Editor's note: This article is an edited version of a press release issued by the American Mobile & Teledentistry Alliance on June 18, 2020.
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