US Army Dental Command - In Transition

On Friday, 4 March 2016, SGM Carol Pryce was appointed to the rank of Command Sergeant Major. Congratulations from the Dental Directorate!

COL Donn Grimes presented (then) SGM Carol Pryce a plaque of The Great State of Texas with a perfect molar to watch over her as she departs the Dental Directorate. We'll miss you SGM! Thank you for all you did for everyone while you were here.

Congratulations to the Army Dental Corps' newest Colonel!
LTC(P) Cindy Aita-Holmes was promoted to Colonel on 20 January 2016 at Fort Gordon, GA. COL Cindy Aita-Holmes, Fort Gordon DENTAC, receives the Certificate of Promotion to the rank of Colonel from the DENTAC Commander, COL Rob Holmes, who is also her husband! A great day for the Holmes family!

Save the Date....

2016 OSAP Boot Camp:
Pictured are the Army attendees to the 2016 Infection Control Boot Camp. Congratulations to all of you for stepping up and doing your part in keeping our Soldiers safe and healthy!

His 40th... year in the Army!

MG Tempel had a fond Farewell from JBLM and is gearing up for his return to the Great State of Texas. The Fort Sam Houston Dental Family is ready to celebrate your "Texas-Sized Welcome Back to JBSA"!

Maj. Gen. Thomas R. Tempel Jr., relinquished command of Western Regional Medical Command to interim commander Col. Christopher Gruber in a Nov. 24, 2015 ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

(U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Sinthia Rosario, 5th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)

Today's THE DAY! You CAN DO IT! Good luck!

To***co jeopardizes the military by reducing the overall performance of the Soldier. Great American Smokeout encourages everyone to Ditch the lighter. Learn how to take the first steps and find support by visiting UCanquit2.org

As the election season approaches it is important that Military and Vicilian employees be aware of the Hatch Act which limits certain polical activities. Generally, Federal employees should avoid:
1. Engaging in political activity while on duty or in the workplace.
2. Engaging in political activity in an official capacity.
3. Soliciting or receiving political contributions at any time.

For additional information, visit:
https://osc.gov/Pages/HatchAct-FAQs.aspx

The MEDCOM G357, Team South, had beautiful weather for the Walk/Run PT at Mission Concepcion, in San Antonio. COL Grimes, Dental Director, gave a presentation about Theodore Roosevelt and the Rough Riders as it related to the Missions and surrounding area. Team South had 48 participants, including some Family Members and civilians, running/walking the trails along the San Antonio River. The joint efforts of the participants are designed to build esprit de corps, maintain/improve fitness standards, live performance Triad (activity), and conduct Leader Professional Development. Thank you for your participation!

Toothpaste test, 1968