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AGD recently welcomed a new lobbyist to support the organization’s legislative efforts. James “J.P.” Paluskiewicz, MA, with the Washington, D.C.-based law firm Alston & Bird, has been retained on behalf of AGD.

New Jersey dentist and AGD Scientific Meeting Council Chair George J. Schmidt, DMD, FAGD, has been named the new AGD Podcast Series host. He replaces Wes Blakeslee, DMD, FAGD, who retired from this role earlier this year.

Undeniably, electronic devices have completely changed our lives. AGD Impact columnists Eric S. Studley, DDS, and Ivy D. Peltz, DDS, MSEd, PhD, MAGD, talk about why we should take our eyes off our devices as they share some benefits of decreasing screen time.

With over 82 courses (33 of which are hands-on), AGD2023 offers some of the finest dental CE in the world. Premium Plus members receive FREE registration, and Premium members receive discounted pricing before May 1, so you can save money while attending the premier meeting for general dentistry.

General Dentistry’s latest Pharmacology column refreshes readers on the concept of synergism — the effect of two or more agents working in combination being greater than the additive effect of either drug alone — as a tactic for curtailing opioid prescription and utilizing effective combinations of NSAIDs where applicable.

Are you a student nearing the end of your dental school career and feeling overwhelmed by the number of decisions you need to make before you leave? Student Perspectives columnist Clayton Sorrells shares how he uses checklists to help break tasks into manageable chunks and offers one to help you organize the massive task of planning your future after graduation.

A checklist was vital for me this last year of dental school, and I hope to shed some light on what you should have on your checklist if you are going into your final year.

This Thursday, Feb. 23, is your last chance to register for the March 9 live virtual hands-on workshop Class IV Composites: Layering Techniques for Predictability and Success and earn 2 CE credits from home. Attendance is limited to the first 100 registrants.

AGD is now accepting nominations for our 2023 Senior Student Dental Award. Constituent leaders, dental school deans and/or faculty members can nominate up to two senior dental students. The deadline is March 1.

AGD provides new dentists and residents with complimentary malpractice coverage from our Exclusive Benefits provider Dentist’s Advantage. As part of AGD membership, qualifying members can get up to 12 months of professional liability insurance at no cost. Protect the career you worked hard to earn!

It's never too early to pursue AGD Fellowship and Mastership awards or Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition. Check out AGD’s Online Learning Center, and attend AGD2023 for some of the industry’s top hands-on and lecture courses.

AGD will be returning to the Chicago Midwinter Dental Meeting, Feb. 23–25. Stop by booth #2001 and ask how you can receive a FREE AGD backpack and a chance to win one of two $100 gift cards.

AGD applauds the efforts of Reps. Tony Cárdenas and Gus Bilirakis and Sens. Ben Ray Luján, Ben Cardin and Susan Collins for reintroducing important oral health literacy legislation in Congress. This legislation will have a significant effect on programs that improve oral health throughout the United States.

Cyber criminals are relentlessly targeting the healthcare industry. The number of data breaches impacting 500 or more records more than tripled from 2012 to 2022, with more than 40 million patient records compromised in 2021 alone. Because of the growing number and complexity of these threats, dentists need to stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity best practices.

Dental students, residents and recent graduates are invited to submit their clinical or basic research for the AGD2023 Scientific e-Poster Session. The deadline to submit is Friday, March 24, at 11:59 p.m. CDT.

Register for the March 9 live virtual hands-on workshop, "Class IV Composites: Layering Techniques for Predictability," to learn a step-by-step application of direct resin for fractures. Registration closes Feb. 23, and attendance is limited to the first 100 registrants.

Dentistry is experiencing a staffing crisis at a level never before seen. We have lost many dental hygienists and other staff members from the workforce, and this dynamic is now beginning to have a significant impact on practice productivity, efficiency and, for some practices, office hour availability.

Check out your AGD Exclusive Benefits discounts that come with being a member. Whether it’s finding lower rates on credit card processing or office supplies, getting discounts on administrative services, or providing patients with financing options, AGD has you covered.

View AGD’s entire library of online CE at the Online Learning Center. New on-demand webinar content is added monthly. Members will find a plethora of options for improving their skills, fulfilling state accreditation requirements, and ultimately working toward the AGD Fellowship and Mastership awards.

AGD is offering a two-day Fellowship Review Course at AGD2023, July 19–20, designed to provide a refresher in 17 dental disciplines. Attendees may take the Fellowship Exam the following day. Registrants will also receive an electronic Fellowship Exam Study Guide and downloadable course handouts.