Capitol Connections Jan 8, 2024 AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.
AGD2024 Education Sneak Peek Jan 8, 2024 AGD2024 general and course registrations open Jan. 16, but you can take a sneak peek at some of the topics and speakers right now. In addition to experiencing world-class continuing education, see why Minneapolis promises to be a great destination, whether you plan on bringing guests or traveling solo.
Make It a Rewarding Start to 2024 Jan 8, 2024 Help your colleagues kick start their year by referring them for AGD membership, and, in return, you’ll ring in your own rewards. For each referral who joins AGD, you’ll earn $50 in Referral Rewards, which can be applied toward your membership renewal.
CDT Code Championed by AGD Takes Effect in 2024 Jan 8, 2024 The 2024 Current Dental Terminology (CDT) Code includes a new implant code, D6089, Accessing and retorquing loose implant screw — per screw. This code was proposed and submitted by AGD’s Dental Practice Council in 2022.
The Truth Behind Today’s Hottest Social Media Dental Hacks Jan 8, 2024 Dentists today face the challenge of competing with an influx of DIY dental misinformation, often labeled as “dental life hacks,” circulating on social media platforms. They should be armed with knowledge of these hacks and ready to discuss potential benefits or dangers with curious patients.
Nicole Nguyen and Alex Boulay, Student Delegates Jan 5, 2024 We are extremely grateful for the opportunity to be involved within the AGD organization at the student chapter, state, regional and national levels and aim to continue to spread our passion for general dentistry in both dental school and beyond.
Help Support the AGD Advocacy Fund Jan 3, 2024 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.
House Passed the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act Jan 3, 2024 On December 11, 2023, the House of Representatives passed the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act, H.R. 5378.
Support Act Advanced in House Vote, Senate Committee Markup Jan 3, 2024 This week, the House and Senate both took major steps towards reauthorizing the Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Act, which was originally enacted in 2018 to comprehensively address to the opioid epidemic.
The Latest Issue of General Dentistry is Live Jan 3, 2024 Up-to-date information you can apply to your practice
January Issue of AGD Impact is Live Now Jan 3, 2024 Get inspiration from our annual 10 Dentists to Watch list
Amanda S. Sonntag, DDS, MAGD Jan 2, 2024 “I've learned to slow down and really assess the whole patient — not just treat one tooth at a time.”
Leila S. Zadeh, DMD, FAGD Jan 2, 2024 “My favorite aspect of dentistry is the deep human connection that comes with healing and care.”
Adam J. Kennedy, DMD, FAGD Jan 2, 2024 “I hope to continue the legacy of compassionate, person-centered care that has been at the heart of my journey in dentistry.”
Robert Scott McKernan, DDS Jan 2, 2024 “When a person has been in pain for months and is able to get a tooth fixed, and the first thing they do is hug you, it’s truly an incredible feeling.”
Priya Purohit Meghpara, DMD Jan 2, 2024 “Practice ownership and achieving Fellowship are long-awaited milestones in my career.”
Andy Janiga, DMD, FAGD Jan 2, 2024 “Each March during Children’s Dental Health month, I visit the local schools and discuss oral health with the children in our community.”
Ravneet S. Dhillon, DDS Jan 2, 2024 “No one looks forward to going to a dentist, and that's precisely why we aim to make our patients feel at home in our office.”
The Latest Issue of General Dentistry Is Live Jan 2, 2024 Start the new year with a new issue of General Dentistry to explore up-to-date information that you can apply directly to your clinical practice.
Aaron Glick, DDS, FAGD Jan 2, 2024 “I decided to shift my attention toward dentistry as a profession because I wanted to directly see positive change through patient interactions.”