The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) believes that general dentists are committed to providing comprehensive care, especially when considering treatments like extractions and implants. As general dentists, we are dedicated to enhancing patient health, prioritizing treatments that support long-term wellness, using our expertise to help them achieve their goals.

Decisions about our patients' oral health should be made with the utmost regard for their overall health and well-being. With proper training, general dentists can place dental implants safely and effectively, offering a valuable option for restoring oral function and appearance to ensure that the highest level of expertise is utilized for complex cases. However, the dental community must carefully evaluate each patient's unique needs when suggesting extractions and implants to ensure these treatments are in a patient's best interest.

The AGD believes a patient-centered approach ensures that all treatment options support optimal, long-term health outcomes.

AGD reiterates the position following the recent story by Kaiser Family Foundation Health News/CBS titled "Dentists Are Pulling 'Health' and Treatable Teeth To Profit From Implants, Experts Warn."