With an interest in dentistry that first sparked during childhood, Arlene O’Brien, DMD, FAGD, now serves the profession through her roles as president of the New Jersey AGD and as a member of the national AGD’s Dental Practice Council. She shared what motivates her to support her fellow general dentists.

While bioactive materials are not new to dentistry, they are commanding more attention. What separates bioactive materials from conventional materials? How can these materials be used in different specialties today? Should dentists be integrating bioactive materials into their practices now — or should they wait?

Dental care during pregnancy is out of reach for many because of barriers to access, which include patients’ misconceptions or dentists’ feelings of incompetence to provide specialized care. To assess these barriers, a survey of Alabama AGD members was conducted.

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

AGD will host the 2022 Fall Fellowship Review Course Sept. 30 and Oct. 1 at the Andaz San Diego Hotel. Attendees can register to take the Fellowship Exam Oct. 2, immediately following the review course.