FY 2024 Appropriations Process Begins Jun 28, 2023 This week Congress kicked off the fiscal year (FY) 2024 appropriations process with the first markups in the House. Each year, Congress aims to pass 12 separate appropriations bills to fund government programs.
The Oral Manifestations of Rare Diseases Jun 26, 2023 Signs and symptoms in the mouth of a rare disease can appear in many ways, including early tooth loss, loosening and drifting of teeth, soft tissue and bone lesions, spontaneous fractures, facial deformities, and gingival ulcers. Read the latest issue of AGD Impact to learn about some of the rare diseases that could show up in your dental practice.
AGD2023 Exhibit Hall Special Promotion Jun 26, 2023 The AGD2023 Exhibit Hall will feature leading dental vendors showcasing the most current technologies and services. Purchase $2,500 worth of goods and services at the Exhibit Hall and receive two FREE lecture courses at AGD2024!
MATE Act Training Resources Available Jun 26, 2023 All U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency-registered prescribers (Schedule II, III, IV and/or V) must comply with the new Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) law training requirement effective June 27, 2023. AGD has compiled resources to help members find training and ensure compliance.
Listen to the AGD Podcast Jun 26, 2023 Stay informed on the latest in dentistry by tapping into new perspectives from leaders in dentistry. Don’t miss recent interviews with Tarun "T-Bone" Agarwal, DDS, and Michael Abernathy, DDS.
Get One Step Closer to Attaining AGD Fellowship! Jun 26, 2023 Join us for the 2023 Fall Fellowship Review Course at the Capital Hilton in Washington, D.C., Oct. 6–7, and earn 16 hours of CE. The Fellowship Exam will take place the following day, Oct. 8. Premium Plus members receive a 20% discount on the review course.
Efficacy of a Chairside Extraoral Suction System Jun 26, 2023 The dental setting is regarded as a high-risk environment for aerosol concentrations and transmission of respiratory infectious agents, especially in relation to COVID-19. A new study by Vandewalle et al. evaluates the efficacy of a chairside extraoral suction device in reducing aerosol contamination from patients undergoing ultrasonic scaling.
Homecare Products: What You Should Sell and Why Jun 19, 2023 Most dentists have fielded questions from curious patients about homecare products. Offering patients the option to buy these products in the office can be an additional line of revenue and enhance the patient experience. How can dentists establish a homecare sales program? What kinds of products should they sell? How can they evaluate their bottom line?
Summertime Savings for New Dentists Jun 19, 2023 AGD wants to help ease your expenses over the summer through our Exclusive Benefits program. These member-only discounts can help you tackle student debt or find online shopping deals.
Interested in Free CE at AGD2023? Jun 19, 2023 Students, residents and recent graduates have access to the New Dentist Lounge at AGD2023 and can get up to four hours of CE for free! The lounge also includes collaborative workshops and multiple networking opportunities developed specifically for your unique needs.
Strategies to Solve the Dental Assistant Shortage Jun 19, 2023 “The shortage of dental assistants has made headlines for years. To reverse this trend, the dental community needs to come together to support comprehensive strategies that address the root causes and lay the foundation to make dental assisting a rewarding, meaningful and sustainable career.” — Dr. Joanne Dawley
Capitol Connections Jun 19, 2023 AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.
USPSTF Releases Draft Oral Health Preventative Care Recommendations Jun 14, 2023 On May 15, 2023, the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) issued a request for comments on a draft recommendation and draft evidence review on screening and preventive interventions for oral health in adults.
Medical Loss Ratios for Dental Insurers Jun 14, 2023 After the great success of Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 in November 2022, legislation dealing with medical loss ratios for dental insurers was introduced in twelve states this year and was enacted in Arizona, Colorado, and Nevada and is still alive in Rhode Island.
Help Support the AGD Advocacy Fund Jun 14, 2023 The AGD Advocacy Fund supports national and constituent advocacy efforts by providing resources to tackle new matters, such as legislation or legal action affecting the practice of general dentistry.
Leaders Needed for AGD Councils Jun 14, 2023 AGD continues to need general dentists with a range of experience to help us grow and remain relevant. The expertise of committed leaders is essential to building strong programs and growing our organization.
We Need You On An AGD Council or Committee Jun 13, 2023 AGD continues to need general dentists with a range of experience to help us grow and remain relevant. The expertise of committed leaders is essential to building strong programs and growing our organization.
Pride in Practice: How to Better Serve the LGBTQIA+ Community Jun 12, 2023 June is Pride Month, so it’s the perfect time to learn how to make your practice a safer and more comfortable space for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Comparing Periodontal Bacterial Levels in Hopeless Dentitions Jun 12, 2023 A new study in General Dentistry evaluates the changes in the levels of target periodontal bacterial species in saliva and subgingival biofilms during the transition from teeth indicated for extraction to immediate implants that supported immediately loaded complete dentures.
Recognizing AGD’s 2023 Chapter and Faculty of the Year Awardees Jun 12, 2023 Please join us in congratulating Louisiana State University School of Dentistry as AGD’s 2023 Chapter of the Year and Dr. Jon M. Dossett as the 2023 Faculty of the Year.