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The First Class of BusinessTRACK 2019!

Jun 24, 2019
In April, the Texas AGD hosted the first of four 2019 BusinessTRACK events at the Omni Austin Hotel at Southpark. Dentists from all over Texas poured in, ready for the start of what would be an illuminating experience for dental practice owners.

Defining Joint Program Providers

Jun 10, 2019
Applicants and approved organizations are often unsure of the differences between joint programs, program sponsorship and speaking engagements.When completing the PACE application, keep the following points in mind.
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AGD Tackles Managing Oral Injuries and Mouthguards

Jun 4, 2019
AGD Impact article encourages proactive strategies for management and injury treatment

Using the AGD Subject Code List

May 30, 2019
General dentists attend CE courses that address a wide variety of topics in all specialty areas. AGD PACE-approved CE organizations are expected to identify the general topic/specialty area their courses address on all marketing materials and attendance verification forms.

PACE Guidelines Changes

May 30, 2019
Changes to the PACE Standards were recently approved by the AGD Board. Here is a summary of these changes:

PACE Approval Eligibility Criteria Unchanged

May 30, 2019
Recently some providers have contacted the AGD regarding changes to PACE eligibility criteria. Currently the AGD has no plans to make changes to the PACE eligibility criteria.
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Regional Directors Corner

May 20, 2019
Laurence Grayhills, DMD, MS, MAGD, represents Region 20, which includes Florida, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Although he has served in that position for only four months, he has already taken strides to unite his constituents, expand membership in the AGD and advance a pro-dentist legislative agenda in the Florida state capitol.

Inaugural New Dentist Conference a Hit for PAGD

May 20, 2019
On March 30-31, the Pennsylvania AGD (PAGD) conducted its inaugural New Dentist Conference. The conference was a success, with many resident dentists and new dentists with fewer than 10 years post-dental-school experience attending. It was a fantastic opportunity for contemporaries to learn and socialize together.

Missouri AGD Oral Cancer Awareness Walk

May 20, 2019
The Missouri AGD (MOAGD) was proud to host its first Oral Cancer Awareness Walk and Kids Sprint on Saturday, March 30.

Congratulations to the 2019 Constituent Mini-Grant Recipients

May 20, 2019
The AGD Constituent Services Team thanks all applicants. Join us in congratulating the following 16 constituencies, selected by AGD’s Regional Directors Constituent Development Subcommittee

Nominate a Colleague for the 2021 Weclew Award

May 20, 2019
AGD is now taking nominations for the 2021 Dr. Thaddeus V. Weclew Award. This prestigious award is given to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the art and science of dentistry, or has enhanced AGD’s principles and goals and made exceptional efforts in promoting these ideals.

Submit Your Email and List Agreement Statements

May 20, 2019
AGD Constituent Email and List Agreement statements are due July 31. If your constituency has not already submitted this agreement, download a copy from the Important Dates and Forms section of the AGD website, and return a signed copy to the CST by July 31 via fax to 312.335.3429.

New Resources to Promote AGD Programs

May 20, 2019
Now is the perfect time to check out the new promotional materials available on the membership chair resource page. You can use these resources to locally promote AGD’s Exclusive Benefits and Career Center programs to your constituents.

2020 Constituent and Component Dues-Rate Update Request

May 20, 2019
Help AGD staff prepare for 2020 by completing and submitting your 2020 Constituent and Component Dues Update Form, which is posted on the constituent section of the AGD website. Doing so will allow you to discuss changes to your dues rates with your board and to send updates in a timely manner.

Volunteer and Get Credit

May 20, 2019
Your commitment and dedication are critical in the fight against oral cancer. If you are a dentist or hygienist licensed in Connecticut, please register to volunteer at the AGD Foundation-sponsored oral cancer screening at AGD2019 at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut on Friday, July 19.

Wednesday Pre-Conference Sessions

May 20, 2019
Although AGD2019 officially starts Thursday, July 18, please remind constituents to consider arriving a day early to attend some of the educational sessions offered on Wednesday, July 17. These courses may serve as prerequisites for others held Thursday through Saturday

2019 AGD Leadership Development Symposium Highlights

May 20, 2019
The 2019 Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) Leadership Development Symposium (LDS) was held on April 12-13 at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza Hotel.
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AGD National Spokesperson Jennifer Bell, DDS, FAGD, weighs in on products containing the ingredient cetylpyridinium chloride, an alternative to alcohol

May 9, 2019
AGD National Spokesperson Jennifer Bell, DDS, FAGD, weighs in on products containing the ingredient cetylpyridinium chloride, an alternative to alcohol
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Dr. Larry Williams, DDS, MAGD, Shares Tips to Keep Your Practice Measles Free

May 9, 2019
Between the months of January to May there have been about 764 individual measles cases reported throughout 23 states in the U.S. AGD member Dr. Larry Williams recently shared tips on how to keep your practice measles free and your patients safe.
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AGD Partners with Mediaplanet USA to Promote Oral Health

May 9, 2019
AGD's President, Neil J. Gajjar, DDS, MAGD, offers tips on “making the most of your dental visit in the insert or oral health, published in the May 3, edition of USA Today
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