Volunteer to Help Fight Oral Cancer
Dental health professionals have a responsibility to educate patients and the public about oral cancer. Join in the fight by volunteering to help with free oral cancer screenings.
Free Liability Insurance for New Graduates and Residents
AGD’s Exclusive Benefits partner, Dentist’s Advantage, wants to help start your dental career by offering AGD graduates and residents professional liability insurance at no cost.
New Webinar Series: Staying Connected During COVID-19
AGD has developed a series of free webinars to help answer questions about the impact of the coronavirus on general dentistry.
Common Malpractice Insurance Questions During the COVID-19 Crisis
Richard C. Engar, DDS, FAGD answers common malpractice insurance questions that you may have during the COVID-19 crisis.
Free Webinars to Help You Stay Connected During COVID-19
AGD has developed a series of free webinars to help answer questions about the impact of the coronavirus on general dentistry. The series, “Staying Connected During COVID-19,” will run over the next several weeks as this crisis continues.
Help Your Colleagues During COVID-19 by Inviting Them to Join
If you run a practice, you understand the power of referrals.
The April Issue of AGD Impact Is Live
In recognition of April as Oral Cancer Awareness Month, the April issue of AGD Impact features treatment recommendations for dental patients before, during and after oral cancer treatment to assist you in managing the unique needs of this patient population.
The Importance of Keeping in Touch
In challenging times like these, staying in touch with colleagues has never been more important. Kim Wright, DDS, MAGD, offers her perspective on why this is vital to your health and the profession.
AGD Sends Letter to National Governors Association
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) this week forwarded a letter to leaders of the National Governors Association requesting more availability of PPE to dentists performing emergency dental procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic.
AGD Seeks Nominations for Spokespeople
AGD is currently looking for individuals to join its spokespeople program and seeks nominations of members capable of promoting oral health and AGD.
Practice Management Reminders During COVID-19
We are in an unprecedented time. With everyone scrambling to act and information changing hourly, practice management consultant Roger P. Levin, DDS, offers some actions you can take to protect your practice as we progress through the coronavirus crisis.
Regional Directors Corner
Sarah Hyams, DMD, was elected the regional director of Region 15-16 at the November 2018 House of Delegates conference. Her constituency includes Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.
Nebraska AGD Student Event
The Nebraska AGD held its first meet and greet with the dental students at Creighton University. Twenty-two students and seven Nebraska AGD members attended.
Texas AGD Serves up Largest Hands-On Pig Jaw Course in the Nation
The Lone Star Dental Conference has been a favorite among Texas dentists since 1990, and the lineup of speakers and courses in 2019 did not disappoint.
Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming Conference Calls
Thank you to the leaders who participated in the January 2020 quarterly conference call. Here is the schedule for the remaining 2020 constituency conference calls.
Submit Your Email and List Agreement Statements
AGD Constituent Email and List Agreement statements are due Aug. 31.
Nominate a Colleague for the Weclew Award Today
AGD is now taking nominations for the 2022 Dr. Thaddeus V. Weclew Award.
Early Bird Registration Closes Today
The price to attend AGD2020, July 15–18 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, increases after today. Please remind your members that this is their last chance to register before the deadline.
2021 Constituency/Component Dues Rates Update Request
Help AGD staff begin to prepare for 2021. Submit your 2021 Constituent and Component Dues Update Form, which is posted on the constituency section of the AGD website.
AGD Foundation Cancels Oral Cancer Screening Challenge
The AGD Foundation Board of Directors has decided to postpone the April 2020 AGD Foundation Oral Cancer Screening Challenge in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.