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To be recognized at the AGD2026 Convocation Ceremony at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, all requirements and an application are due by December 31, 2025. AGD has the resourcese to make your goal a reality.

AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.

Leading effective conversations during bilingual pediatric dental appointments is a difficult task. A qualitative study in General Dentistry investigates the challenges and conflicts faced by dental providers and interpreters, offering clinicians new perspectives on these difficult encounters.

AGD authored a letter addressed to the U.S. Secretary of Defense urging the Department of Defense to maintain current water fluoridation levels on U.S. military bases overseas. The letter highlights the essential role fluoridated water plays in protecting the oral health of service members and their families.

Various internet articles and pop psychology pieces use generational labels to attribute certain general characteristics to entire generations, but how true are these assumptions? Can dentists rely on any of these stereotypes when they evaluate potential job candidates, especially those from Generation Z? If not, what information should they base decisions on?

Early bird registration closes tomorrow, Aug. 12, for the Case Acceptance Mastery Series at AGD headquarters in Chicago. Secure your $400+ savings and earn 7 CE hours while gaining essential tools to increase revenue and patient trust.

On July 31, 2025, President Donald Trump’s nominee for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director, Dr. Susan Monarez, was sworn in by Secretary Kennedy. The Senate confirmed her nomination on July 29, 2025, by a vote of 51-47.

On July 23, 2025, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in collaboration with the Reagan-Udall Foundation, held a meeting to consider the clinical use and safety concerns associated with orally ingestible unapproved prescription drug products containing fluoride for the pediatric population.

This month’s issue features a cover story on retirement planning from start to finish, as well as a feature story on Generation Z in the dental workforce. Columns include New Dentists, Practice Management and Wellness.

Refer a colleague to AGD by Sept. 30. Why? You’ll earn $50 for each one who joins, and your name will rise on the Recruiter Leaderboard. Whether you’re in it for the rewards, the recognition or both, there’s still time to make your move. Who’s catching up to you?

Prepare for success with AGD’s Fall Fellowship Review Course held in Chicago. This in-person experience offers 16 CE hours and covers all exam topics. Gain focused insights from knowledgeable instructors, and take the next step toward earning your FAGD.

Earn CE and boost your clinical confidence with AGD’s August live webinars. Each session is led by expert instructors and covers practical, real-world topics to help you sharpen skills or explore new techniques.

Early bird registration ends next Tuesday, Aug. 12, for All-Star Dental’s Case Acceptance Mastery Series in Chicago Sept. 12. Don’t miss your chance to save over $400 off the registration fee and earn up to 7 CE hours while learning proven techniques to boost case acceptance.

Leading effective conversations during bilingual pediatric dental appointments is a difficult task. A qualitative study in General Dentistry investigates the challenges and conflicts faced by dental providers and interpreters, offering clinicians new perspectives on these difficult encounters.

Happy National Fresh Breath Day! 😮‍💨✨Let’s celebrate the power of prevention, the beauty of patient education, and the magic of a well-timed tongue scraper. Fresh breath isn’t just a courtesy — it’s a sign of great oral health, and that starts in our chairs. Here's to minty-fresh smiles, one checkup at a time!

Happy Tooth Fairy Day! 🧚‍♀️✨ Today we celebrate the tiny legend who reminds kids that losing a tooth is a big deal — and that good oral health starts early. To all the dentists helping little ones build healthy habits (and fearless smiles), thank you for being the real magic behind the scenes.

The August issue of AGD Impact is live! This month’s issue features a cover story on retirement planning from start to finish, as well as a feature story on Generation Z in the dental workforce. Columns include New Dentists, Practice Management and Wellness. Learn more in the latest issue of AGD Impact: www.agd.org/impact.

AGD Impact regularly features a Testing the Tools column with practical reviews of some of the latest dental products. This month, reviewer Dr. Ross Isbell, a general dentist in Gadsden, Alabama, tested a one-step solution for buffering local anesthetics, a burr for soft tissue and a high-quality dental-grade glycerine.

Check out this month’s member spotlight featuring Dr. Alexandra Otto, a board-certified pediatric dentist and nationally recognized speaker and leader in the dental community. She shares why membership in AGD and staying on top of her skills as a general practitioner are important to her as a pediatric dentist.