Current Issues

The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) is the only organization exclusively dedicated to representing the interests of the general dentist. As the general dentist’s advocate, the AGD monitors important issues that may affect the way general dentists practice. This section is dedicated to educating you on the top three current issues affecting the profession.

Access to Care White Paper
Read why the AGD created the white paper titled, Increasing Access to and Utilization of Oral Health Care Services, and download the document.

Licensing Board Transcript Acceptance
As a benefit of AGD membership, general dentists within approved states and provinces can access an AGD transcript of their continuing education credits to use for relicensure or for auditing purposes. See the list of states and provinces in which the transcript is approved.

Credential Advertisement
Learn the most recent efforts by AGD leaders and staff to retain our members’ right to advertise their Fellowship or Mastership Award in their practice advertisements.

AGD Tracked Legislative Activity
Legislation being tracked, as well as a summary of the bill and its current status is tracked for AGD members. Find out what issues we are tracking in your state or in other states that may affect general dentistry.

For more information on these topics or any of AGD’s advocacy efforts, contact AGD advocacy staff.