http://www.agd.org Latest AGD Press Releases en-us Copyright 1996-2010 Academy of General Dentistry http://backend.userland.com/rss Sun, 5 Sep 2010 05:50:08 CST http://www.agd.org 129 100 CHICAGO (August 20, 2010) – The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 20 million Americans currently are infected. There are more than 100 strains of HPV, and more than 40 of them are capable of infecting the mouth and throat. Ten years ago, 40 perce... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1191&ArtID=8071 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (August 11, 2010) — If there’s one thing that all dentists have in common, it’s that they regularly see young patients with tooth decay. Roughly 42 percent of children ages 2 to 11 have had decay in their primary teeth, while approximately 32 percent of children ages 9 to 11 have decay in their permanent teeth. Although it’s vital for all patients to brush and floss every day, children... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1191&ArtID=8026 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (August 2, 2010) – On Thursday, July 8, 2010, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) and the AGD Foundation  teamed up with the Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Dentistry to hold its first annual outreach project, Nation of Smiles, One Smile at a Time. The event provided underserved residents of New Orleans, La., with free dental care from volunteer dentists, hygienists,... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1191&ArtID=7993 Fri, 6 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (July 22, 2010) – The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists who are dedicated to professional excellence through the pursuit of continuing education, is pleased to announce its newly elected and installed executive committee. A formal ceremony to recognize the AGD’s new leaders was held during the AGD 2010 House of Delegat... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1177&ArtID=7949 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (July 16, 2010) – The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists who are dedicated to professional excellence through the pursuit of continuing education, is pleased to announce that 324 dentists have earned the AGD’s prestigious Fellowship and Mastership awards. The Fellowship and Mastership awards were bestowed during a special... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1177&ArtID=7948 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (July 12, 2010) – The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists who are dedicated to professional excellence through the pursuit of continuing education, is pleased to announce that Eric Zane Shapira, DDS, MAGD, MA, MHA, of Montara, Calif., received the organization’s 2010 Humanitarian Award during the AGD 2010 Annual Meeting &a... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1177&ArtID=7910 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (July 12, 2010) – The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists who are dedicated to professional excellence through the pursuit of continuing education, is pleased to announce that Seymour “Sy” Wachtenheim, DDS, MAGD, of Niles, Ill., received the association’s 2010 Distinguished Service Award during the AGD 2010 Annual Meeting ... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1177&ArtID=7908 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (July 12, 2010) – The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists who are dedicated to professional excellence through the pursuit of continuing education, is pleased to announce that Bruce W. Small, DMD, MAGD, of Lawrenceville, N.J., received the association’s 2010 Albert L. Borish Award during the AGD 2010 Annual Meeting & E... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1177&ArtID=7909 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (July 12, 2010) – The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists who are dedicated to professional excellence through the pursuit of continuing education, is pleased to announce that Karl R. Koerner, DDS, FAGD, of Draper, Utah, received the association’s 2010 Thaddeus V. Weclew Award during the AGD 2010 Annual Meeting & Exhib... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1177&ArtID=7911 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (July 6, 2010) – This Thursday, July 8, 2010, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) and the AGD Foundation will team up with the Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Dentistry to hold its first outreach project, Nation of Smiles, One Smile at a Time. This event will provide upwards of 300 patients from local shelters, clinics and charities with free dental care from volunteer d... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1177&ArtID=7863 Tue, 6 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (June 21, 2010) – At the beginning of 2010, as many as 17 percent of children in the United States were reported as having special health care needs. Behavioral issues, developmental disorders, cognitive disorders, genetic disorders and systemic diseases may increase a child’s risk of developing oral disease, according to an article published in the May/June 2010 issue of General Denti... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1164&ArtID=7803 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (May 17, 2010) – It’s no secret that pregnancy is an important time in a woman’s life. While women often hear about how pregnancy causes physical changes that affect their hormone or appetite levels, these changes can have a great effect on their oral health as well. Despite the fact that good oral health is essential for the overall health of both mother and child, only 22 to 34 perce... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1155&ArtID=7592 Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (May 17, 2010) – Parents are a child’s first teacher in life and play a significant role in maintaining his or her overall health. Providing oral health education to mothers and families is essential to teaching children healthy habits and preventing early childhood tooth decay, according to an article published in the May/June 2010 issue of General Dentistry, the peer-reviewed clinica... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1155&ArtID=7594 Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (April 23, 2010) – On June 2, 2009, Align Technology Inc. announced its Invisalign® Proficiency Requirements that mandated a quota of 10 patient case starts each year utilizing the Invisalign product. The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) acted immediately by engaging Align in negotiations and exploring all legally permissible options. More than 1,500 AGD members voiced their conc... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1131&ArtID=7445 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (April 16, 2010) – The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) has named Internet entrepreneur Jeff Taylor as the keynote speaker of the AGD 2010 Annual Meeting & Exhibits, which will be held in New Orleans from July 8 to 11. Taylor, founder of the globally recognized employment Web site Monster.com, will speak on Friday, July 9 from 11 a.m. to noon.   “W... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1131&ArtID=7402 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (April 13, 2010) – On March 31, 2010, Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) President David F. Halpern, DMD, FAGD, testified during the first meeting of the Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) “Committee on Oral Health Initiative” in Washington, D.C. Dr. Halpern addressed several topics, including access to care and oral health literacy. Dr. Halpern emphasized the need to improve childr... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1131&ArtID=7362 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (April 13, 2010) – Tooth decay affects children in the United States more than any other chronic infectious disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC states that tooth decay, if left untreated, can cause pain and infections that hinder eating, speaking, playing and learning. The controlled addition of a fluoride compound to public water supplie... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1131&ArtID=7328 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (April 13, 2010) – The human mouth is home to an estimated 800 to 1,000 different kinds of bacteria. The warm and moist environment, along with hard tooth surfaces and soft tissues, prove to be optimal factors in boosting germ growth. Many of these bacteria are harmful and can form a film on teeth called “dental plaque,” which causes cavities, gingivitis and eventually more severe kind... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1131&ArtID=7336 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (April 8, 2010) – The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) invites dental professionals to attend the AGD 2010 Annual Meeting & Exhibits, held in New Orleans from July 8 to 11. The event’s keynote speaker will be Internet entrepreneur Jeff Taylor—founder of the employment Web site Monster.com, as well as Eons.com, a social networking site geared toward baby boomers. &nbsp... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1131&ArtID=7351 Thu, 8 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST CHICAGO (April 6, 2010) – For some, the phrase “spring is in the air” is quite literal. When the winter snow melts and flowers bloom, pollen and other materials can wreak havoc on those suffering from seasonal allergies, usually causing a habit called “mouth breathing.” The physical, medical and social problems associated with mouth breathing are not recognized by most health care professional... http://www.agd.org/public/newsroom/pressreleases/Default.asp?PubID=45&IssID=1131&ArtID=7326 Tue, 6 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST