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J Am Dent Assoc, Vol 137, No 7, 948.
© 2006 American Dental Association
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LETTERS

WHAT IS A HEALTH DEGREE?

I read with interest Dr. James Antoon’s "Ethical Moment" column in May JADA, "May I List My Nonhealth Degree in Advertisements?" ( JADA 2006;137:670[Free Full Text] ). I was not aware that this is discouraged in the ADA’s Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct.

However, I believe further clarification is needed in determining what is considered a "health" degree. For example, I earned a master’s degree in biology before attending dental school. This degree furthered my understanding of the processes of all living organisms including humans.

In addition, I believe it was instrumental in providing me with credentials that aided in my acceptance into professional school. As such, I often list my title as Wayne Maibaum, MA, DMD. Does this meet with the ethical standards described by Dr. Antoon in his column?



Wayne Maibaum, MA, DMD
Poughquag, N.Y.



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