Candidates for
AGD Office

William Kushner III, DDS, MAGD, FPFA, FICD, is an accomplished dental professional, educator, public servant and healthcare executive whose leadership is grounded in service, accountability, lifelong learning and continuous improvement. Over more than three decades, he has developed a broad leadership record across private practice ownership, academic administration, organized dentistry, correctional healthcare, special needs care, emergency response and strategic program development.

His leadership philosophy centers on developing people, strengthening institutions and creating sustainable pathways for excellence. He believes effective leadership requires integrity, humility, consistency and the ability to unite diverse stakeholders around a shared mission. His career reflects the belief that professional success carries an obligation to mentor others; expand access to care; and build programs that serve students, patients, staff and communities with dignity.

After becoming licensed as a dentist in California in 1994, Kushner entered private practice and gained firsthand experience in clinical operations, patient care, business ownership, budgeting, policy development, staffing and practice management. This experience shaped his understanding of how healthcare organizations function.

His commitment to service extends beyond dentistry. As assistant dean for clinical affairs and director of special needs at California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine, he educates future professionals and supports clinical programs serving complex patient populations.

Kushner has demonstrated sustained leadership within organized dentistry through AGD, serving in many roles. His service includes local board leadership, constituent leadership, regional director chair responsibilities, participation in the PACE Council and co-chairing AGD Strategic Planning.

Within the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Kushner built extensive leadership experience in complex healthcare settings. His executive leadership expanded during his service as acting chief executive officer at California Medical Facility, where he oversaw medical, nursing, pharmacy, mental health, dental, support and auxiliary operations. He supported hiring; personnel matters; civil rights concerns; equal opportunity; and a workplace grounded in professionalism, fairness and trauma-informed principles.

Kushner also brings significant experience in caring for and managing programs that serve patients with complex medical, physical, cognitive and behavioral needs — including chronic disease, developmental disabilities, serious mental illness, substance use disorder, mobility limitations, skilled nursing and hospice needs — who may require compassionate, individualized treatment planning.

His experience in special patient care is especially relevant to academic and clinical program development. He understands the importance of preparing students and clinicians to serve diverse populations with competence, empathy and respect. His experience establishing workflows, supporting consultation and treatment planning, and coordinating interdisciplinary care strengthens his contribution to patient-centered clinical education.

Kushner’s leadership record demonstrates a rare combination of clinical expertise, educational commitment, public service, executive responsibility and service to the dental profession. He has led teams, strengthened programs, mentored professionals, coordinated continuing education and advanced care for vulnerable populations. His career reflects servant leadership, ethical decision-making, operational excellence and dedication to developing future dental professionals.

Kushner is married to Alyssa, and they have three children: Isabella, Liam and Noa. They enjoy Disneyland, Scouting and their four cats.

Personal Statement

“I am a dedicated general dentist and longtime AGD leader committed to advancing the profession through service, education, advocacy and ethical governance. Throughout my career, I have served in significant AGD leadership roles such as constituent leadership, on the PACE council and as regional director chair. I have a proven record of collaborating with members, staff, committees, councils and boards to strengthen communication, transparency and organizational effectiveness. My passion drives me to the committed relationship with AGD members across the United States and Canada.

“If elected vice president, I will:

• Strive to balance the demands of a strategic plan with practical, common-sense planning, while bridging data-driven processes to drive efficiency through the elimination of non-value-added steps.
• Support succession management through the encouragement of new dentists sitting on councils and committees.
• Stand by new dentists, residents, students and faculty in their role as AGD members.
• Sustain my commitment to bringing professional organizations together with AGD.

“My leadership begins with listening carefully to stakeholders, evaluating options thoughtfully and executing a plan to completion. I cherish the relationship with residents, students and faculty, and I open my arms to all dentists, regardless of their practice environment.”

Bradley J. Anderson, DDS, MAGD, is a native of Fargo, North Dakota, and a 2009 graduate of the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Upon his graduation, he returned to Fargo and has been in private practice ever since. He enjoys all aspects of general dentistry and looks forward to a long and fulfilling career.

Anderson strongly believes in the role organized dentistry plays in advocating for patients’ dental health. Anderson served as a member of the North Dakota Dental Association Board of Trustees from 2012 to 2015 and 2016 to 2021; he served as president in 2020. He served on the AGD Legislative & Governmental Affairs Council from 2013 to 2019, and he has been the Region 10 Trustee since 2021. He also served on the AGD Budget & Finance Committee in 2025 and 2026, serving as vice chair in 2026.

Anderson is a member of the American Dental Association, North Dakota Dental Association, International College of Dentists and Pierre Fauchard Academy. He also strongly believes in continuing education and attends more than 50 hours per year. He has studied at multiple institutes, including CDOCS and Spear Education. He earned his AGD Fellowship in 2016 and his Mastership in 2023.

When he isn’t at work, Anderson enjoys spending time with family and friends. He is married to his college sweetheart, Jamie, and they have three children together — two girls and a boy. He loves attending school and sporting events with his children. Anderson is also an aviation enthusiast and currently holds a commercial pilot’s license. He loves music and played trumpet in college. He still plays at church as his schedule allows.

Personal Statement

“Being involved in organized dentistry has always been important to me. I started out as American Student Dental Association and AGD representatives during my time in dental school and have never really stopped. I feel that dentistry is one of the best professions in the world, and it is important we all do our part to keep it that way for the next generation of dentists.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my service to AGD and believe my experience has prepared me well to serve as treasurer. For the past two years, I have served on the Budget & Finance Committee, this year as vice chair. This role has given me a strong understanding of our financial operations and the challenges ahead. While AGD remains in a strong financial position, it is not without challenges. As treasurer, I will do my best to strike the delicate balance between meeting current member needs and preserving AGD’s long-term financial strength so it can continue leading organized dentistry for the next generation of dentists.

“As my time on the AGD Board winds down, I feel proud of the hard work that I and the other Board members have put in. I also feel like I am in a position where there is still more I can give AGD, and I am excited that this opportunity has presented itself. I look forward to being able to continue to serve AGD and humbly ask for your support and vote for treasurer this fall.”

Timothy Kosinski, DDS, MAGD, is an affiliated adjunct clinical professor at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry and is the past president and editor of the Michigan AGD. He is currently AGD editor and, for the past six years, has overseen the publication of AGD’s peer-reviewed journal, General Dentistry, and its monthly newsmagazine, AGD Impact. He was named editor of Implants Today, the implant section of Dentistry Today.

Kosinski received his DDS from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry and his master’s degree in biochemistry from Wayne State University School of Medicine. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry, the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the Academy of Osseointegration.

Kosinski has received many honors. In 2023, he was presented with the American Dental Association Council on Communications and the American Association of Dental Journalists Distinguished Dental Editor Award. On behalf of the AGD editorial team, he accepted the International College of Dentists (ICD) 2025 Golden Pen Journalism Award, Division 1, Honorable Mention, for AGD Impact, and the ICD 2025 Humanitarian Service Journalism Award, Division 1, also for AGD Impact. He has been awarded fellowship in the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the American and International Colleges of Dentists and the Academy of Dentistry International (ADI), and he received his AGD Mastership. In 2017, he received the ADI’s Humanitarian Award “in recognition of significant contributions to the enhancement of the quality of life and the human condition.” He is a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon and the Pierre Fauchard Academy.

Kosinski was the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry Alumni Association’s 2001 “Alumnus of the Year,” and, in 2009, 2014, 2020 and 2025, he received AGD’s Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition. Kosinski has placed more than 21,000 dental implants and has published more than 270 articles on the surgical and prosthetic phases of implant dentistry. Since 2018, he has contributed more than 135 editorials and published 65 clinical articles. He was also a contributor to the textbooks, “Principles and Practices of Implant Dentistry” and “Dental Implantation and Technology.”

Personal Statement

“Service to our AGD has become an important part of my professional life. As an educator, I can relate to many of our colleagues around the nation and help promote the value that AGD provides in so many ways. This is done through instruction, writing and overseeing our publications. My editorials provide a catharsis to outline my thoughts and emotions. I benefit from the leadership role bestowed upon me by membership much more than most can imagine. Mentoring and sharing wisdom and experience also allows me incredible balance between a busy personal and professional life. I have truly been honored to serve as your AGD editor for the past six years.

Prior to that, I was associate editor under the guidance of Dr. Roger Winland for four years. My goal is to continue to expand and evolve both publications during this tenure and improve not only the content, but also the ability of our members to access so much of the beneficial information presented. Scientific integrity will continue to be achieved as well as promotion of real-world applications. I hope all members appreciate what our editorial team creates. As our AGD grows, so will the main sources of information to our members. I appreciate your support and confidence as I continue to put a mark of excellence on our award-winning publications, which are the envy of the profession.”