This Week at AGD

A new literature review in General Dentistry explores the potential of developing AI systems to optimize diagnosis and treatment planning across all areas of dentistry. Successes already have been demonstrated in detecting caries and disease and analyzing images for orthodontic treatment planning, implant placement or extractions.

Lock in the best rates for AGD2026 by April 30. Get practical experience with over 25 hands-on courses you can put to work in your practice right away. Premium Plus members register free, and Premium members get exclusive discounts. Plus, join Dr. David Hornbrook for seven free CE credits.

Referrals can bring more than professional connections — they also bring rewards. Invite a dentist to join AGD, and, once they become a member, you’ll both receive $50 in Referral Rewards, which can be applied toward renewal dues.

Recently, AGD Podcast Series host Dr. George J. Schmidt spoke with Dr. Maria Smith, AGD Foundation president and AGD past president, on the recent programming and grant opportunities available through the AGD Foundation.

New name, same opportunity. The Fellowship Review Course & Exam Scholarship (formerly the FellowPath Scholarship) supports AGD members who graduated between 2021 and 2026 by helping them take the next step in their professional development. It covers the review course, exam, airfare and hotel. Only three scholarships are available.

AGD is addressing the most pressing issues faced by our members by advocating to government entities for general dentists.

The April issue of AGD Impact is live! This month, our cover story helps you calculate the potential return on investment on that costly new equipment or technology upgrade you’ve been eyeing.

A thorough understanding of dental anatomy is crucial for performing endodontic therapy, as different demographics may display significant anatomical variations. A new study in General Dentistry evaluates root canal morphology in patients from West Texas, underscoring local complexities along with the importance of thorough diagnostics and imaging.

AGD is excited to introduce a new award recognizing AEGD and GPR residency program directors who go the extra mile and connect their residents with AGD early in their careers. The winning director will receive a monetary prize, a certificate of recognition, and acknowledgement on AGD’s website and at AGD2026.

AGD Podcast host Dr. George P. Schmidt talks with Dr. John A. Molinari, a renowned infection control authority and professor emeritus at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, about the latest developments shaping infection control in dental practice.

This month, AGD Impact Testing the Tools reviewer Ross Isbell, DDS, MBA, evaluated three products shaping daily practice: GINGICaine from Gingi-Park, a topical anesthetic for delivery at or below the sulcular peak; Midmark M11 Steam Sterilizer, a reliable, quick and large sterilization system that includes a robust recordkeeping mechanism; and PureClarity Scaler Waterline Purification System, a product for waterline maintenance that runs directly to ultrasonic hygiene scalers.

Upgrade your AGD wardrobe with customizable apparel and accessories from the AGD Store. Choose from a variety of styles and colors, including sweatshirts, polos, baseball caps, backpacks and more. Fellows and Masters can even personalize select items with their award logos.

This is your final week to register for the May 1 bone grafting workshop with Dr. Jim Grisdale before the April 5 deadline. Earn six hands-on CE credits through intensive practice with pig mandibles and expert instruction. Only a few seats left!

Spring is generally considered a time of renewal and a symbol of rebirth. In dentistry, spring brings the lightness of reassessed priorities. This story provides insights on practices you may want to let go of and relationships you may want to reassess.

This Friday, March 27, is the final deadline to submit your abstract for the AGD2026 e-Poster presentation. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your clinical findings at Caesars Palace. Secure your place among dentistry’s brightest and compete for cash prizes up to $700 before the deadline passes.

The AGD Foundation is launching a new quarterly webinar series, Oral Cancer Prevention, Detection & Treatment: A Foundational Series, to advance awareness, education and action against oral cancer. The first event is a two-part webinar running April 9 and 30.

Registration closes April 5 for our exclusive May 1 bone grafting workshop. Master ridge augmentation and soft tissue design during a full day of training at AGD headquarters in Chicago.

AGD is addressing the most pressing issues faced by our members by advocating to government entities for general dentists.

Nominations are open for AGD’s 2026 Student Chapter of the Year and Faculty Advisor of the Year! Help us recognize outstanding students and faculty who go above and beyond to support their dental school’s AGD chapter. Submit a nomination by April 17.

The window to present your research at AGD2026 is closing. Submit your clinical innovation or literature review abstract by next Friday, March 27. This is a unique opportunity for students, residents and new dentists to gain elite recognition and earn top cash prizes of up to $700.