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WHATEVER YOUR PASSION, WE CATER TO YOUR UNIQUE NEEDS Student/Resident Associate Dentist Practice Owner Fellow/Master AGD Leader Explore Your Member Benefits Fellowship and Mastership Continuing Education CE Directory Annual Scientific Session Advocacy Manage My CE Publications Exclusive Benefits AGD
Manage My CE
Manage My CE Managing your CE has never been easier. Find out how the AGD can help you save time with our CE management tools.Submit My CEAGD makes it easy for you to submit your CE so that it can be tracked for licensing board transcripts or our achievement-based award recognition. (Watch a brief v
PACE Provider Resources
PACE Provider Resources Access PACE ResourcesNow that your organization is PACE-approved, its time to reap the benefits. Here are some resources PACE offers, including help with marketing and record keeping.Report AGD Member AttendanceKeep your records accurate and organized by submitting your CE co
PACE Approved Providers
PACE Become a PACE-approved ProviderAGD’s Program Approval for Continuing Education (PACE) promotes constant improvements in continuing education and makes finding CE easy.The PACE program is based on 13 rigorous standards for identifying high-quality educational organizations. Once recognized
Membership FAQs
Membership FAQs Membership FAQs How do I join? Who is eligible to become a member of the AGD? What are the different categories of membership? I am a dental team member. Can I become an AGD member? I am a dentist practicing in a specialty. Can I become an AGD member? I am an international dentist. C
Apply for PACE Approval
Apply for PACE approval PACE-approved organizations demonstrate their commitment to develop and deliver high-quality, scientifically sound training that adheres to the AGD’s nationally recognized standards.Apply for PACE approval so you can:Raise your game: Your continuing education (CE) polic
AGD Subject Codes
AGD Subject Codes General dentists attend CE courses that address a wide variety of topics in all specialty areas. AGD subject codes help to clearly identify the general topic/specialty addressed in the course content.AGD subject codes are:Assigned by the organization who presented the course.Includ
Online Learning Center - Clinical Webinars for Dentists
DEA MATE TRAINING RESOURCES U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) RequirementsStarting in 2023, a new law requires dentists to complete eight hours of safe prescribing training before renewing or receiving a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) l
Continuing Education
Continuing Education & Events Education Tailored to Your NeedsMembership at AGD means full access to high-quality continuing education (CE) courses you can take in your pursuit of Fellowship (FAGD), Mastership (MAGD), Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition (LLSR) awards, or simply to stay on
Fellowship Review Course
Fellowship Review Course Prepare for the Fellowship ExamYou can register to attend a two-day AGD Fellowship Review Course, which features speakers from AGD Region 17. It is offered annually during the AGD Scientific Session and at various locations in the fall. Attendees may register to sit for the
Free CE
Free CE "The Free CE Program is a great opportunity for dentists to acquire CE in the most convenient and cost-effective way." William J. Herr, DDS Boston, MA Member since 2013 Free CE for AGD MembersThis collection of ready-to-view recorded webinars covers a variety of topics and will automatically
General Dentistry
General Dentistry General Dentistry is the award-winning, peer-reviewed journal of the Academy of General Dentistry. Published bimonthly, General Dentistry features clinical articles spanning the breadth of topics relevant to general dentists, including unique diagnostic case reports, novel solution
PACE Guidelines
PACE Guidelines PACE Program GuidelinesTo obtain or retain your PACE-approved status, you must adhere to the 13 standards and criteria outlined in the PACE Guidelines. The guidelines are based on overall best practices of any type of CE provider and are intended to bring uniformity to continuing den
AGD Fellowship
Become an AGD Fellow AGD Fellows commit to oral care that goes above and beyond. Distinguish yourself professionally by pursuing the AGD Fellowship Award. Earning Fellowship through the attainment of quality continuing education (CE) culminates with receipt of your award at the AGD Convocation Cerem
PACE FAQs
PACE FAQs Expand All Collapse All A participant has contacted me to change the subject code. Do PACE Guidelines allow this? PACE guidelines do not restrict the number of subject codes for which a provider can award credit during a particular session. Providers should accurately represent the topic t
Apply for National PACE Approval
Apply for National PACE Approval Applying for National PACE ApprovalTo become an AGD PACE-approved CE provider, review the PACE Program Guidelines, which contain AGD’s 13 standards and criteria for approval. Next, complete the PACE Application for National Approval. Applications are reviewed a
PACE Guidelines Support
Application Sample Documents Application SupportCE providers can refer to the following sample documents. They are intended to help providers develop their own forms and processes to use when administering their CE programs. Providers can modify these documents to best fit their needs.If you’r
Find a PACE Provider
Find a Pace Provider Find an AGD PACE-approved ProviderHours earned from ADA CERP-approved organizations can also be applied to the Fellowship, Mastership and Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition CE requirements. Click here to find a list of ADA CERP-approved organizations. Earn CE CreditsAGD m
CE Submission FAQs
CE Submission FAQs CE Submission FAQs Can I receive CE credit for publishing an article or a textbook? Where can I find CE courses? Is there a time limit for reporting CE credits? What is the best way to submit my CE? How long does it take AGD to update CE to my transcripts? How can I keep track of
Submit My Roster
Submit My Roster
Constituent Services
AGD Constituents Making connections with your fellow general dentists can help you in your practice and with your own educational goals. We offer you opportunities to join with your colleagues on a local level through our AGD Constituent Chapters, providing members with additional benefits and servi
Fellows/Masters
Distinguish yourself as a general dentist and show your commitment to continuing education by pursuing your AGD Fellowship or Mastership. These prestigious awards give you the opportunity to expand your clinical knowledge and enhance how you treat your patients.Members who have achieved AGD Mastersh
AGD News Details
Academy of general Dentistry Leaders Head to Capitol Hill May 8, 2025 Championing better policies for patients and dental professionals May Issue of AGD Impact Available Now May 6, 2025 AGD Impact’s May Issue Explores Implant Innovation, AI Integration, and Preparing New Dentists for Success Academy
How to Advocate
How to Advocate Advocacy and RepresentationSpeaking up on issues related to oral health and the practice of general dentistry is important to how you provide care today and in the future. Make your voice heard and become an advocate. The following resources will help you connect with your legislator