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From attracting patients to a dental practice by enabling more relaxing appointments to permitting dentists to comfortably perform long procedures, sedation offers a multitude of benefits to clients and practitioners.

Although implant-supported fixed prostheses have become a preferred restorative treatment, removable partial dentures remain a viable, minimally invasive and affordable option. This General Dentistry column illustrates a simplified technique for fabricating an immediate rotational path removable partial denture to replace mobile teeth.

The Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act would amend the Public Health Service Act

They’re new to the field but have already left their marks. If you glimpsed the resumes of these 10 dentists, you’d likely be confused. You might see a 2015 or 2016 dental school graduation year, but the accomplishments listed reflect the work of a seasoned dentist who’s had many years to amass success. AGD Impact is proud to introduce 10 young professionals who — in less than a decade of practice — have already secured their places among dentistry’s leaders.

The holiday season may have taken a bite out of your bank account, but AGD Exclusive Benefits are here to get you back on track with a collection of discounts and offers.

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

Registration and course registration for AGD’s scientific session, AGD2022, will open Jan. 25, 2022. Along with planning things to do in Orlando, we encourage you to check out the course list and plan your educational experience, as courses tend to fill up quickly.

AGD’s new membership plans can help you reach your professional goals and make you a well-rounded practitioner. Premium membership maintains the benefits you’ve previously enjoyed, while Premium Plus membership includes additional free CE, Fellowship-related discounts and free early bird registration for AGD2022.

The White House spent part of the holiday recess calling Democratic Senators in an effort to get the Build Back Better (BBB) Act, President Biden’s broad social spending package, back on track after Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) came out against the legislation late last month.

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its COVID-19 technical assistance, adding a new section to clarify when COVID-19 may be considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act.

Following a ruling by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, a judicial stay on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) COVID-19 vaccine rule has been lifted in 25 states. CMS will move forward with its vaccine enforcement in the states and territories not enjoined by the court’s ruling.

Carole Johnson will assume her role as the new Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) this month. Johnson most recently served as Testing Coordinator for the White House’s COVID-19 Response Team.

Are you a dental student with a graduation coming up this year? Now is the time to start thinking about protecting your future. AGD’s Exclusive Benefits provider Dentist’s Advantage offers our new graduates and residents malpractice coverage at no cost. It’s one of your membership benefits.

This month, AGD Impact introduces 10 young professionals who — in less than a decade of practice — have already secured their places among dentistry’s leaders. This issue also covers the benefits of incorporating sedation into a dental practice and contains one Self-Instruction exercise worth 1 CE credit.

As commonplace as social media has become, the relational boundaries that separate healthcare professionals and patients on such sites have become blurred. As enjoyable and harmless as social media may seem, dentists, as well as all healthcare professionals, must manage their online presence with decorum and professionalism.

The first publication of General Dentistry’s 70th anniversary year is now available! Highlights include fascinating case reports on topics like separated endodontic instruments and an epidermoid cyst in a pediatric patient, a detailed comparison of in-office 3D printers, Self-Instruction opportunities, and much more.

AGD recently collaborated with OSAP to host “OSAP: Current Issues in COVID-19.” The 90-minute webinar includes updates on OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard for COVID-19; CDC interim guidelines; a review regarding aerosol-generating procedures; implementing a respiratory protection program; and vaccination guidelines and recommendations.

AGD fact sheets provide your patients with all the information they need to maintain their oral health. Fact sheets on more than 25 oral health topics are available online for downloading and can be customized to include your name and practice information.

While all dentists faced the same hardships throughout 2021, each dealt with the challenges in different ways. AGD Impact reached out to three dentists at different stages in their careers and asked them to tell their stories. All three dentists tell personal stories, but, hopefully, readers will be able to connect with elements of each. Reflecting on the past year can help all dentists select lessons from 2021 and prepare for a brighter 2022.

Whether you’re a resident venturing into new territory or a new dentist starting your career, AGD’s Exclusive Benefits provider Dentist’s Advantage will provide you with complimentary malpractice coverage. It’s our gift to you as one of your AGD membership benefits.