New Dentists
Curated Programming for the Next Generation of Dentistry
Are you a dental student, resident, or new dentist who graduated within the last five years?
AGD2026 has extra benefits tailored to your needs.
The New Dentist Lounge is your hub for connections, growth and continuous learning. With its fresh look and new features, this year’s lounge is sure to be a spot that new dentists won’t want to miss.
Early career attendees will have the opportunity to:
- Participate in hands-on courses that strengthen their clinical confidence and allow them to practice new techniques in a supportive setting.
- Build lasting relationships through reformatted networking opportunities that encourage genuine conversations and professional collaboration.
- Meet with AEGD and GPR
residency program representatives from across the country at the Residency Fair
- If you’re a residency program and would like to participate, please reserve your booth space and pay the $200 participation fee. For more details on the residency fair, please contact students@agd.org.
Scholarship Opportunity
Dental students and residents can apply for the Dr. Chethan & Avani Chetty Scholarship and receive $500 to offset meeting-related expenses such as travel, lodging, or course registration. Applications are open through March 16. Apply today!
Check out the lineup for the 2026 New Dentist Lounge
Thursday, June 25
Fill the Void: A Hands-On Guide to Socket Grafting (HANDS-ON)
12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Dr. Mai-Ly Duong
Creating a Financial Integrity Scorecard: A Framework for Dental Professionals
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Mark Murphy
Sponsored by: Care Credit
Friday, June 26
New Dentist Lounge Reception
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Students, residents and new dentists will enjoy light breakfast bites, a mimosa bar and the chance to connect with peers before the day’s programming begins.
Protecting Your License Against Common State Board of Dentistry Matters
9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
Jennifer Flynn
Sponsored by: Dentist's Advantage
Leukoplakia in Practice: What to Recognize and How to Respond
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Dr. Ashley Clark
Red, White and Urgent: Recognizing the Clinical Warning Signs of Oral Cancer
11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Dr. Sonal S. Shah
Sponsored by: AGD Foundation
The Age of Clear Aligners, Part 1: Foundations for Today’s Emerging Dentist
1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Dr. David Galler
Before the Scaler: Why Home Care Therapy Determines Periodontal Outcomes
2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Dr. Tae Kwon
Sponsored by: Crest Oral-B
Predictable Class V Composites: Techniques for Healthy Gums and Smooth Margins (HANDS-ON)
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Dr. Rachel Malterud and Dr. Mark Malterud
Saturday, June 27
AGD Residency Fair
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Representatives from AEGD and GPR residency programs from around the country will be available to connect with dental students and discuss their programs and opportunities for continued growth.
Excused Absence Letter Template for Students
AGD2026 offers valuable education and networking for students. Use this downloadable letter template to formally request an excused absence from your school while attending the meeting.
Showcase your clinical research or case study at AGD2026. The e-Poster program offers students and recent grads a platform to share their work—no presentation required
Connect with leading dental vendors, experience hands-on product demos, and discover exclusive AGD deals and promotions