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AGD Podcast
AGD Podcast Series AGD is excited to introduce George Schmidt, DMD, FAGD, as our new AGD Podcast Series Host. Dr. Schmidt is a New Jersey dentist and chair of the AGD Scientific Meetings Council.Dr. Schmidt is passionate about dental education and is active with AGD. He has served on the Dental Educ
Fellowship Exam FAQs
Fellowship Exam FAQs 1. Do I have to take the Fellowship Exam?Yes, as one of the requirements for the Fellowship Award, members must pass the Fellowship Exam in addition to maintaining three years continuous membership, completing the required 500 hours of approved CE, and attending the AGD Convocat
Candidates
Candidates for AGD Office Meet the Candidates for the 2023-2024 Executive Committee Expand All Collapse All Candidate for Vice President: Samantha Shaver, DMD, FAGD “We must increase our presence as the ‘specialty’ organization for general dentists. By uniting dentists, AGD can adv
State Resources
State Resources Get Involved at the State LevelState dental boards establish licensing requirements for dental team members, determine scopes of practice for dental health care providers, and protect the public regarding oral health care issues. As the only organization exclusively dedicated to serv
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Health Care Reform
Health Care Reform Health care reform continues to be in the forefront of policy discussions at the state and federal levels. In 2019, the U.S. health sector costs are projected to amount to $3.8 trillion.1 Nearly one-fifth of the U.S. economy is directly or indirectly associated with the health car
Executive Committee Request Form
AGD Executive Committee/Trustee Request Form The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) offers constituents the opportunity to request the presence of an AGD official representative, which is the current AGD President. If the President is unavailable, then the President-Elect, followed by the Vice Presi
Residents
After eight years of higher education, many graduates are ready to jump into practice. However, spending one or two years in an advanced education in general dentistry (AEGD) or a general practice residency (GPR) program may be beneficial. Completing a residency program after graduation has the adde
AGD Mastership
Become an AGD Master AGD Mastership: A lifelong commitment to exceptional patient care. Complete your journey to excellence by achieving AGD’s highest honor for lifelong learning — the Mastership Award. Mastership represents the highest level of achievement for members in accordance with
Advertise or Subscribe
Advertise or Subscribe Become an AGD AdvertiserAdvertising with AGD is one of the best ways to influence general dentists with an integrated program utilizing the media and venues they trust. AGD Impact – With a circulation of more than 35,000, has earned tremendous reader satisfaction and loy
Keeping PACE Details
Keeping PACE Offering Webinars During the Pandemic Aug 28, 2020 In light of the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) would like to share the following information with you regarding offering webinars or other electronically mediated continuing dental education activities
340 Anesthesia and Pain Management
340 Anesthesia and Pain Management Educational topics pertaining to all pain control and anesthesia. From injection techniques for local anesthesia to conscious sedation either enteral (oral), Parenteral (IV) or inhalation (Nitrous oxide/oxygen). The control of anxiety (anxiolysis) whether pharmacol
MasterTrack Programs
MasterTrack® Programs Listed below are AGD MasterTrack® Programs for which information is currently available. Designed to provide a regular course of study leading to Mastership, some invite enrollment in isolated courses, and some require participation a year at a time or for the full prog
Students
Residents – click here for more details on AGD resident membership. Whether your goal is to create a foundation for lifelong learning, make professional connections or learn more about managing student debt, AGD has the resources you need to be successful in dental school and beyond. AGD under
General Dentistry Archives
General Dentistry Archive General Dentistry is AGD's peer-reviewed journal. Published bimonthly, General Dentistry presents research and clinical findings to support the full range of procedures that general dentists perform on a regular basis. 2024 January/February 2024 March/April 2024 2023 Januar
Membership Status Change
Membership Status Change Request The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) recognizes that members’ circumstances change throughout their careers. To assist members through these transitions, the AGD offers various membership status options to current members in good standing. In the event your s
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
Local CE
Upcoming CE in Your Area Did you know? Membership to AGD includes access to discounted Continuing Education (CE) in your area. In addition to the courses listed below, AGD members get access to:Free CE Library PLUS 4 OnDemand Webinars of your choiceScientific Session: Free or discounted early-bird r
780 Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry
780 Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry Education pertaining to a sense of beauty. Cosmetic Dentistry includes a variety of dental treatments aimed at improving the appearance of the teeth and overall smile.Topics may include:Tooth whitening/bleachingEducation regarding at home or in office techniques to u
First Time Applicants
First-Time Applicants Simple Steps to FollowIf you are applying for PACE approval for the first time, consider these tips:Include all the information required to support your application. There are no site visits or interviews, so your application should clearly indicate that your program is followi
AGD Policies
AGD Policies AGD supports excellence in general dentistry and the pursuit of professional development through lifelong learning. We have developed policies that serve the needs and represent the interests of general dentists; promote oral health to the public; and foster continued proficiency of gen
AGD Publications
Publications and News Award-Winning Publications for General DentistsWhen it comes to keeping you updated on the latest news and research in general dentistry, AGD delivers — across multiple platforms. Our award-winning publications — peer-reviewed journal General Dentistry and newsmagaz
Find an AGD Dentist
FIND AN AGD DENTIST To help you find a general dentist who can treat you and/or your family and care for your overall oral health need, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) provides this directory of our members to assist you in locating a general dentist within your geographic area. AGD members c
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