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Exhibiting

I'm Exhibiting

Jun 18, 2025
Excited to announce that we'll be exhibiting at AGD2025! 🎉 Come visit our booth to connect, talk all things dentistry, and discover tools and insights to help take your practice to the next level. Let’s learn, grow, and smile together—see you there!
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Empower Your Dental Team, and Grow Your Practice 

Jun 16, 2025
Your dental team is on the front lines with your patients every day, and they need the best training possible to keep your practice competitive. AGD2025 offers 14 dental team-focused courses designed to help your staff reach their full potential.
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Steer Clear of Abusive Tax Shelters to Stay Off the IRS Radar

Jun 16, 2025
The IRS recently released its annual “dirty dozen,” an annual list comprised of some of the most common tax scams and fraudulent schemes. Based on this list, AGD Impact columnist Wesley W. Lyon II highlighted the four most common abusive tax shelters that target dentists in this month’s issue.
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Sugar: The Link Between Poor Oral Health and Metabolic Disease

Jun 16, 2025
An article in the May/June issue of General Dentistry explores the idea that excessive intake of sugar and ultra-processed foods may be the link between oral and metabolic diseases. This narrative review explains sugar’s role in oral dysbiosis and resulting alterations to systemic health.
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Capitol Connections

Jun 16, 2025
AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.
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Learn More About Regenerative Dentistry

Jun 16, 2025
What if you could grow entirely new teeth for patients instead of relying on fillings, root canals and implants? That is one of the dazzling possibilities within the multidisciplinary field of regenerative dentistry.

NADCRC Convenes to Discuss Budget, Research Advances, and Future of Dental Science

Jun 11, 2025
On May 28, 2025, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) held the 239th Meeting of the National Advisory Dental and Craniofacial Research Council (NADCRC).

House Passes Bill Reauthorizing SUPPORT Act

Jun 11, 2025
On June 4, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2483, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025, by a vote of 366-57. Originally enacted in 2018, the SUPPORT Act authorized funding for community-based substance use disorder (SUD) treatment and recovery programs, many of which expired in 2023.

TAKE ACTION: Urge the Senate to Preserve the PTET Deduction

Jun 11, 2025
Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed its reconciliation package containing a harmful provision that would increase taxes on small business dental practices. If enacted, the legislation would prevent these practices from deducting state-level pass-through entity taxes (PTET) on their federal returns.
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Glidewell Signs Multi-Year Sponsorship Agreement with the Academy of General Dentistry

Jun 9, 2025
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The June AGD Impact Issue Highlights Regenerative Dentistry

Jun 9, 2025
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Your Second Chance to Take the Fellowship Review Course in 2025

Jun 9, 2025
Can’t make it to AGD2025? Register now for the 2025 Fall Fellowship Review Course, Sept. 26–27, in Chicago, and take the Fellowship Exam the next day. Premium Plus members receive a 20% discount on the review course.
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Improving Pathway to Legal Status for Dentists on H-1B Visas

Jun 9, 2025
As a member of AGD’s Dental Practice Council, Dr. Geng Tian chairs a new subcommittee created to identify and monitor issues that affect associate dentists in the United States on H-1B visa status. He shares his personal story, as well as information about the subcommittee and its goals.
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Women Leading the Future of Dentistry at AGD2025

Jun 9, 2025
AGD2025 features a distinguished lineup of women dental experts presenting on clinical care, innovation, leadership and wellness. Through lectures and hands-on sessions, these speakers offer practical insight and forward-thinking strategies that reflect the evolving landscape of general dentistry.
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Competing Dental and Dental Hygienist Compacts: What Dental Professionals Need to Know

Jun 9, 2025
The issue of dental and dental hygienist license portability — the ability to transfer dental and dental hygienist licensure from state to state — has long been an issue in the dental community. Currently, two dental compacts are at different stages of development.
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Listen to the Latest AGD Podcast

Jun 9, 2025
Stay informed on the latest in dentistry by tapping into new perspectives from leaders in the profession. Recently, AGD Podcast Series host Dr. George J. Schmidt spoke with Jeffery Lucido and Dr. Dale Miles. All episodes are also available on YouTube.
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Don’t Miss Out on Montréal

Jun 9, 2025
At AGD2025, you’ll earn continuing education from top dental experts while enjoying everything Montréal has to offer, including its renowned culinary scene. From hands-on learning to unforgettable dining, this is more than a meeting — it’s a complete experience.
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I'm Attending AGD2025

Jun 5, 2025
I’m attending AGD2025 in Montreal—and I hope you are too! Whether you're coming to learn, connect, or get inspired, this is one event you won’t want to miss. Make sure to register now and join me there!
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I'm Presenting at AGD2025

Jun 5, 2025
Excited to announce that I’ll be speaking at AGD2025! I’m looking forward to sharing insights, connecting with colleagues, and learning alongside so many great minds. Don’t miss it—register now and join us for an unforgettable experience!
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Register Now for the Fellowship Review Course and Exam

Jun 2, 2025
Registration for the Fellowship Review Course and Exam at AGD2025 closes July 4. This two-day course offers a focused review across 17 dental disciplines and prepares you to sit for the Fellowship Exam the very next day. Reserve your seat, and take a key step toward earning the FAGD award.
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