10 Dentists to Watch Jan 13, 2025 The 2025 10 Dentists to Watch list is live! This year’s talented young dentists bring diverse skills and ambitions to the field, united by their commitment to lifelong learning and delivering exceptional care to their patients.
Download AGD Consumer Fact Sheets Jan 13, 2025 AGD fact sheets provide your patients with all the information they need to maintain their oral health. Fact sheets on more than 25 oral health topics are available online for downloading and can be customized to include your name and practice information.
Capitol Connections Jan 13, 2025 AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.
New Partnership with Stop the Bleed Program Jan 13, 2025 AGD is a new partner for the Stop the Bleed program, a national initiative aimed at empowering individuals to act as immediate responders during emergencies by providing lifesaving techniques to control severe bleeding. It emphasizes public awareness, training, and equipping bystanders with the skills needed to save lives.
Osteoporosis Risk Screening Using Panoramic Radiographs Jan 13, 2025 New research published in General Dentistry found that the W-index, a method for using panoramic radiographs to diagnose osteoporosis, can differentiate patients with normal bone mineral density or osteopenia from those with osteoporosis.
JAMA Pediatrics Releases Review of Studies on Water Fluoridation Effects Jan 8, 2025 On January 6, 2025, JAMA Pediatrics released a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis entitled, Fluoride Exposure and Children’s IQ Scores. This review of 74 international studies on the effects of fluoridation in water concluded that most of the studies associated drops in children’s IQ with increasing levels of fluoridation in water.
Congress Passes Stopgap Measure to Extend Government Funding Jan 8, 2025 On December 20, 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a short-term continuing resolution (CR) to fund the government at Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 levels through March 14, 2025.
Warm Up Your Winter with Referral Rewards Jan 6, 2025 Start the new year with something that pays off—referring your colleagues for AGD membership!
Nominate Your Outstanding Colleagues Jan 6, 2025 AGD is seeking nominations for the 2025 Albert L. Borish, Distinguished Service and Humanitarian awards, all of which recognize exceptional achievements and contributions to the dental profession. All nominations and supporting documentation must be submitted by March 14 to the AGD Awards Committee.
The Latest Issue of General Dentistry Is Live Jan 6, 2025 Start the new year with a new issue of General Dentistry to explore up-to-date information that you can apply directly to your clinical practice.
Make Plans for 2025: Attend the AGD Scientific Session, July 9–12, in Montréal Jan 6, 2025 Registration for AGD2025 and courses opens Jan. 29! Plan now to join us and dive into a dynamic learning experience with a variety of hands-on CE courses. Advance your skills through hands-on continuing education courses led by top experts, offering real-time practice and valuable learning opportunities.
January Issue of AGD Impact Features 10 Dentists to Watch Jan 6, 2025 AGD Impact’s annual 10 Dentists to Watch list is live! We are proud to share the stories of 10 dentists at the start of their careers who represent the newest generation of exemplary oral healthcare providers.
Capitol Connections Jan 2, 2025 AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.
Ambika Rani Srivastava, DMD, MPH Jan 1, 2025 “My journey in dentistry has been shaped by a commitment to community health and a desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those I serve, regardless of geographic boundaries.”
Divya Upadhyay, BDS, DMD, CCI Jan 1, 2025 “It’s incredibly rewarding to see patients who arrive with fear, pain or low self-esteem leave my dental chair with a renewed sense of confidence and a smile.”
Julie Subodh Shivde, DMD Jan 1, 2025 “We’ve established strong partnerships with local organizations to connect our patients with food banks and housing assistance programs.”
Dennis Nguyen, DDS, FAGD Jan 1, 2025 “Dentistry is a great profession as it allows me to bring positive changes to people by either creating new smiles or getting them out of pain.”
Alexandra J. Fushi, DMD, MPH Jan 1, 2025 “I always hope to provide care that is a partnership where the patient is accompanied on their oral health journey.”
Grace V. Eichler, DMD Jan 1, 2025 “I pride myself in having a laughter-filled office, with team members and patients laughing together in the hallways to help alleviate the anxiety that patients often feel.”