Recently, AGD Podcast Series host Dr. George J. Schmidt spoke with Dr. Michael J. Melkers, an expert in restorative care, and Dr. John Chao, inventor of the pinhole surgical technique (PST™), a minimally invasive, scalpel-free, suture-free method for treating gingival recession.

Marketing budgets can vary widely depending on your practice goals, growth stage and location, but that doesn’t mean you have to guess. AGD Impact columnist Jackie Ulasewich Cullen says the key is treating marketing as a strategic investment — not just another line item.

Don’t worry! The Fall Fellowship Review Course and Exam will take place Sept. 26–28 in Chicago. Premium Plus members receive a 20% discount on the review course. To help prepare in the meantime, download the Study Guide Supplement 2016-2020 along with the Annual Study Guides.

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

As a thank-you for attending AGD2025, attendees are eligible to access a complimentary Self-Instruction quiz worth 2 CE credits. Log in to the AGD Online Learning Center and search “GD549” or “Velos Self-Instruction” to locate the quiz — no promo code required.

AGD Impact spoke to several of this year’s recipients and asked about their motivations, their strategies for tackling the requirements of these awards and their advice for other general dentists who are pursuing these marks of professional recognition.

Today is your last chance to register for AGD2025 at the lowest rate. Choose from dynamic lectures and 30+ hands-on courses covering clinical excellence, wellness, practice growth and more. Learn from top experts, and earn valuable CE in an engaging, high-impact setting.

Reel in colleagues to join AGD through Sept. 30 with the perfect bait to catch their interest — 50% off AGD dues. For every colleague who joins, you’ll earn $50 in Referral Rewards as you climb the recruiter leaderboard.

Explore the latest dental products and technologies at the AGD2025 Exhibit Hall. Shop trusted vendors, find new solutions, and earn two free AGD2026 lecture courses when you spend $2,500 onsite. Don’t miss this chance to learn, save and set yourself up for future success — all in one place.

AGD authored a letter to U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth 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.

This month, we cover how to develop an effective compensation package that both attracts new employees and retains current ones, plus articles on the ins and outs of invisible dental services organizations and insights from this year’s FAGD, MAGD and LLSR recipients.

Read the latest issue for new research across subject areas. Highlights include a study that leverages health data to identify oral care disparities in individuals with serious mental illness; a review of challenges faced by pediatric dentists and interpreters during bilingual appointments; case reports on osteoporotic bone defects, tooth wear and veneers, and adverse events after immune checkpoint inhibitors; and much more.

AGD Impact has been recognized by the International College of Dentists in its 2025 Publication Awards. AGD Impact received the Humanitarian Award for Best Article or Series of Articles Highlighting Dental Humanitarian Service and an Honorable Mention for the Golden Pen Award.

Visit the AGD2025 Exhibit Hall to connect with top dental vendors and explore the newest tools, tech and services. Spend $2,500 or more on qualifying purchases onsite, and you’ll receive two free lecture courses at AGD2026. It’s a smart investment in your practice and your continuing education.

Most general dentists know AGD for exceptional education, advocacy and networking. But AGD membership includes valuable savings and support through a wide range of exclusive members-only perks.

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

AGD2025 attendees are invited to an exclusive celebration, AGD Carnivale. Join the celebration Thursday, July 10, 5:30–7 p.m., for live cirque-style acts, roaming performers, festive food and vibrant entertainment. This unforgettable evening is your chance to unwind, connect and experience the magic of AGD2025.

Get ready to transform your practice. Register to attend the “All-Star Case Acceptance Mastery Series” at AGD headquarters Sept. 12. Learn how to boost revenue, reduce cancellations and convert more patients — all while earning 7 CE credits!

AGD2025 is more than education; it’s an experience. Enjoy vibrant networking events like the President’s Reception, AGD Carnivale, and Student and New Dentist socials. Cap it off with the inspiring Convocation Ceremony. From lively gatherings to meaningful connections, AGD2025 is where the general dentistry community comes together.

Last month, I had the opportunity to join a group of general dentists in Washington, D.C., for AGD’s Hill Day. As dentists, we spend so much of our time focused on the clinical side — patient care, procedures, running a practice, etc. But, behind the scenes, decisions are being made in state houses and D.C. that impact how we’re able to do our jobs.