Dracula’s dentist may have the scariest job in Transylvania, but for most dentists a malpractice lawsuit is even more frightening. That’s why AGD provides new graduates and residents professional liability coverage from Dentist’s Advantage at no cost. It’s one of the treats of AGD membership.

Women are undeniably making their marks in the traditionally male-dominated industry of dentistry. Approximately 35% of all dentists today are women. While this is an excellent sign that the dental field is moving toward gender parity, the journey is far from over, and focus must remain on ways to market female practices.

AGD Fellows and Masters are invited to submit abstracts for 20-minute case study presentations that will be showcased in "Dental Pearls from Fellows and Masters." All members are encouraged to submit abstracts for the "Emerging Speakers" series of 50-minute symposium-style lectures on clinical topics in any dental discipline.

What do most of your patients ask for when they come to your office? While they may have other oral health issues, patients’ main request is for whiter teeth. A pearly white smile is a beautiful image, and, with all the online meetings they have been attending, our patients are looking at their smiles more than before.

In honor of October as National Women’s Small Business Month, AGD Impact is telling the stories of four women practice owners. There is no single path to a career in dentistry or to practice ownership. These women represent the different personalities and attitudes that are moving the profession forward.

When you become an AGD Premium Plus member, you receive free early bird registration to AGD2022. Expect state-of-the-art participation courses, hands-on courses from top lecturers and multiple networking opportunities to connect with peers. AGD Premium members receive discounted early bird pricing. Registration opens in January 2022.