Join the AGD Foundation Oral Cancer Screening Challenge
Host an event in your community to screen people for oral cancer during April 2020, Oral Cancer Awareness Month.
New AGD President Ready to Make Impactful Change
The Academy of General Dentistry’s (AGD’s) House of Delegates recently installed new officers during its annual meeting, held in Chicago, Nov. 8–10. Connie L. White, DDS, FAGD, a general dentist from Kansas City, Missouri, was named president.
Academy of General Dentistry Endorses Oral Health Literacy Awareness Legislation
Bill (H.R. 4678) Authorizes Funding for Strategic Public Education Campaign that
Aims to Reduce Growing Oral Health Concerns
DRNA Selected as Exclusive Benefits Provider for Amalgam Separators and Recycling
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) selected Dental Recycling North American (DRNA) as an Exclusive Benefits provider for amalgam separators and amalgam recycling for members of AGD.
AGD Selects DHPI as Discount Provider for Dental Supplies
Dental Health Products, Inc. (DHPI) recently announced an agreement with the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), the largest professional association for general dentists, to create AGDVANTAGE, a discount dental supply program provided exclusively to its members.
AGD Honors Steve Ratcliff, DDS, MS, FAGD, with Weclew Award
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) presented its Dr. Thaddeus V. Weclew Award to Dr. Steve Ratcliff during the organization’s annual convocation ceremony at its scientific session last week. This prestigious award is given to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the art and science of dentistry or who has enhanced the principles and goals of the AGD and made exceptional efforts in promoting these ideals.
Academy of General Dentistry Supports full Repeal of Medical Device Excise Tax
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), along with the Organized Dentistry Coalition (ODC), today announced that it recommends the full repeal of the medical devise excise tax and urges the Senate Finance Committee to move promptly to consider legislation that includes repeal.
Governance Evaluation and Review Committee Reviews Procedures
The AGD Governance Evaluation and Review Committee met in Chicago on June 21 to begin the arduous process of reviewing AGD’s governing structures.
AGD Tackles Managing Oral Injuries and Mouthguards
AGD Impact article encourages proactive strategies for management
and injury treatment
AGD President Admonishes The Atlantic Article and Calls for Dentists to Uphold Ethical Standards
Internationally recognized magazine, The Atlantic, calls out the dental industry in recent story published online. AGD’s President Neil J. Gajjar responds.
AGD National Spokesperson Jennifer Bell, DDS, FAGD, weighs in on products containing the ingredient cetylpyridinium chloride, an alternative to alcohol
AGD National Spokesperson Jennifer Bell, DDS, FAGD, weighs in on products containing the ingredient cetylpyridinium chloride, an alternative to alcohol
AGD Partners with Mediaplanet USA to Promote Oral Health
AGD's President, Neil J. Gajjar, DDS, MAGD, offers tips on “making the most of your dental visit in the insert or oral health, published in the May 3, edition of USA Today
Dr. Larry Williams, DDS, MAGD, Shares Tips to Keep Your Practice Measles Free
Between the months of January to May there have been about 764 individual measles cases reported throughout 23 states in the U.S. AGD member Dr. Larry Williams recently shared tips on how to keep your practice measles free and your patients safe.
Academy of General Dentistry Heads to Capitol Hill
AGD recently announced that about 40 of their general dentists and dental student members from across the country traveled to the nation’s capital to meet with national legislators to discuss policies and issues related to dentistry.
Tax Strategies for Dentists in 2019
As we move into 2019, we approach what may be the most stressful time for dental firm owners — tax time. For many of the dentists we meet, taxes are their highest annual expenditure.
General Dentists Remains Committed to Ongoing Efforts to Improve Oral Health Worldwide
In its efforts to make sure that oral health remains a priority throughout the world, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) promotes opportunities for general dentist to connect, share insights and learn best practices. The organization’s goal is to establish a network of support for general dentists throughout the world so that they can continue to affect change and advocate for policies that support the highest quality of care for their patients.
New Bill Amends the Public Health Service Act
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) applauds Congress for passing the Action for Dental Health Act aimed to remove barriers to access oral healthcare. The bipartisan bill is expected to be signed into law by President Trump.
The Action for Dental Health Act Becomes Law
The Action for Dental Health Act received a final stamp of approval this week as President Donald J. Trump officially signed the bill into law.
On this President’s Day, We Celebrate President Truman’s Legacy on Oral Health
This year, as we celebrate U.S. presidents, AGD gives special recognition to President Truman for his contributions to improving the oral health of the public.
AGD Leaders Honored to Serve With The Best and Brightest
Today is National Dentist’s Day. As president of the Academy of General Dentistry, I am tremendously proud to be part of an organization that brings together general dentists dedicated to continuing education and staying up to date on the latest procedures and quality treatments.