Helping General Dentists Thrive
Founded in 1952, AGD is the only professional association that exclusively represents the needs and interests of general dentists. AGD provides its more than 40,000 members with the resources, support
AGD’s mission is to “advance general dentistry and oral health through quality continuing education and advocacy.” Through this mission, AGD member dentists are able to build their careers, grow their businesses and protect their profession.
AGD Vision
Oral health and better lives through the Academy of General Dentistry.
Marc J. Worob, DDS, FAGD, President
George Schmidt, DMD, FAGD, President-elect
Kimberly R. Wright, DMD, MAGD, Vice President
Joseph A Battaglia, DMD, FAGD, Secretary
Joseph A. Picone, DDS, MAGD, Treasurer
Robert M. Peskin, DDS, FAGD, Speaker of the House
Timothy F. Kosinski, DDS, MAGD, Editor
AGD Foundation
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the AGD. Established in 1972, the AGD Foundation aims to improve the oral health of the public and support the efforts of the general dentist and AGD. Our primary focus is oral/oropharyngeal cancer awareness, risk factor education and diagnostic training for general dentists.
General dentists are a first line of defense against oral/oropharyngeal cancer. You can help detect the disease in its early stages during routine dental visits, and by doing so, you increase the oral cancer survival rate.
Help advance the work of the Foundation by getting involved and donating financially to the cause of oral/oropharyngeal cancer awareness, prevention and early detection.
Constituent Services
Our Constituent Services team is available to provide support and information to our members working on the local level.
Leadership & Governance
Learn about the governance of AGD. Answer our Call for Volunteers and use your unique skills and perspectives to guide our organization toward a brighter future.
"Caring for the oral health of my patients and my community is most important for me. With the help of AGD, I’m able to treat patients with the latest technology and newest techniques to provide them the highest level of dental care."
