AGD Stands With Asian Community
AGD released a statement regarding patterns of intentional violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities that has increased starkly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
AGD Welcomes Colleen Lawler, CAE, IOM, As New Executive Director
AGD has named Colleen Lawler, CAE, IOM, as its new executive director.
FEMA is Seeking Vaccinator Volunteers in Certain States
The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently contacted the AGD. FEMA wants to administer 100 million COVID-19 vaccinations in 100 days, and they are exploring all avenues to accomplish this goal.
AGD President Featured in USA Today
AGD Joins USA Today's Annual Oral Health Campaign
AGD urges Biden Administrtaion to allow COVID-19 Vaccine to be administered by dentists
AGD supports PREP Act to permit certain qualified professionals permitted to order and administer COVID-19 vaccines.
Wes Blakeslee, DMD, FAGD, Named Academy of General Dentistry's Associate Editor
Blakeslee has a longtime history supporting AGD's communications platforms
New AGD Spokespeople Selected and Trained
Spokespeople serve as subject matter experts on behalf of AGD
AGD launches COVID -19 Vaccine Resource page
Resource page details state distribution protocols and state-by-by distribution details.
AGD joins letter to Congress urging support for 501(c)(6) associations
Letter petitions for COVID-19 relief
California Dentist Honored with 2020 Humanitarian Award by Academy of General Dentistry
Yolanda Mangrum, DDS, MAGD of Northern California AGD commitment to philanthropy spans beyond the borders of her local and regional communities.
Academy of General Dentistry Honors Texas Dentist with 2020 Distinguished Service Award
Ralph A. Cooley, DDS, FAGD, of Houston, Texas is honored for his time and service to a host of dental programs benefiting the community.
Academy of General Dentistry Honors New Jersey Leader with Prestigious Ritz Award
Joseph A. Battaglia, MS, DMD, FAGD, is only the fifth AGD member honored with the Mark S. Ritz Advocate for Dentistry Award.
AGD sends letter to Senate and House leadership advocating for immediate COVID relief
AGD is requesting pandemic related tax incentives, liability protections, enhancement of the paycheck protection program (PPP) and to safeguard flexible spending accounts (FSA).
AGD Foundation Grant Applications Available
The AGD Foundation Grant Program offers support to AGD constituencies and nonprofit community-based outreach programs that promote oral cancer awareness, education and/or screening independent of standard dental practice.
Bruce Cassis, DDS, MAGD, Begins Term as AGD President
The Academy of General Dentistry’s (AGD’s) House of Delegates installed new officers during its annual meeting, held virtually this year, Oct. 23–25. Bruce L. Cassis, DDS, MAGD, a general dentist from Fayetteville, West Virginia, was named president.
AGD President Connie L, White, DDS, FAGD, Urges General Dentist to Remain Resilient
Dr. White Shares Perspectives on Unusual Times During Her AGD Presidency
AGD Editor Dr. Winland Set to Retire After 24 Years of Service
Dr. Winland published approximately 400 editorials during his term as editor.
AGD Launches #SeeYourDentist Campaign
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) has launched the #seeyourdentist campaign to inform patients on how to prepare and what to expect at their next dental appointment.
AGD Signs on to Coalition Letter to Assistant Secretary of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
AGD signs on with coalition to expand authorization for dental professionals to administer COVID-19 vaccine
Aademy of General Dentistry Challenges CDC's Most Recent Guidelines for N95 Masks
Updated language of new guidelines could impact dental practices due to ongoing PPE shortages