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Join us May 1 for a hands-on experience performing procedures on pig mandibles with provided instrumentation. Learn to select appropriate materials and optimize graft stability under expert guidance. This six-hour participation course is limited to 25 participants to ensure a quality experience.

Microplastics are believed to be the cause of dire health and environmental effects globally. Many dental applications have the potential to introduce microplastics directly into patients’ bodies. The full effect of this issue on patients’ health, however, is yet to be determined.

Students, residents and new dentists: Showcase your clinical research or innovative case study on a national stage. With only three weeks left to submit, now is the time to finalize your abstract. Present at AGD2026 in Las Vegas to gain professional recognition and compete for cash prizes up to $700.

AGD submitted comments to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin regarding the agency’s proposed Fluoride Preliminary Assessment Plan and Literature Survey, urging the EPA to prioritize studies published in reputable journals and align its evaluation standards with those of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we highlight the six female leaders who serve on the AGD Board. They share their perspectives on why advancing women into leadership positions is essential to AGD and creating opportunities for a more inclusive future.

AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.

On February 25, 2026, Vice President J.D. Vance and CMS Administrator Mehmet Oz, MD announced several actions to address Medicare and Medicaid fraud.

On February 25, 2026, the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) held a hearing entitled, Nomination of Casey Means to be Medical Director in the Regular Corps of the Public Health Service and Surgeon General of the Public Health Service.

On February 27, 2026, AGD submitted a comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in response to the agency’s notice entitled, Review of Science on Fluoride in Drinking Water: Preliminary Assessment Plan and Literature Survey.

Invest in excellence with our most comprehensive lineup ever. AGD2026 features 20+ specialized courses, from infection control and medical histories to advanced ceramics. Sharpen your team’s skills with expert-led training that translates directly to superior patient care and peak practice performance.

This issue features five practical paths for dentists who want to supplement their income. Other features include a deep dive into microplastics in dentistry, a sneak peek at AGD2026, and tips for making spring a season of growth and renewal for yourself and your practice.

Read the latest issue for new research across subject areas. Highlights include a new installment of the “What Every Dentist Needs to Know” series on microplastics and dental materials, an overview of artificial intelligence applications in dentistry, a case report on maxillary central giant cell granuloma with a 31-year follow-up, and more.

Your connections can take you far. Invite colleagues to join AGD, and earn $50 in Referral Rewards for each new member. Hit Bronze, Silver or Gold recruiter status while stacking unlimited rewards that you can use toward renewal or in the AGD Marketplace.

Advance your leadership journey at AGD’s 2026 Leadership Development Symposium (LDS) — a dynamic day-and-a-half experience for current and emerging volunteer leaders. Led by AGD experts and a professional leadership coach, the LDS offers practical strategies, peer connection and a CliftonStrengths® assessment to help you lead with greater impact.

Join Dr. Jim Grisdale May 1 at AGD headquarters to enhance your implant success. This intensive workshop will help you master ridge preservation and will include practicing new techniques on pig mandibles. Earn 6 participation CE credits in an intimate setting limited to 25 participants.

The new issue of AGD Impact is live! This month’s issue features five practical paths for dentists who want to add supplemental income sources. Other features cover microplastics in dentistry, a sneak peek at AGD2026, and ways to make spring a season of growth and renewal for yourself and your practice.

The March/April isue of General Dentistry is live!

Happy World Oral Health Day! 🌍🦷 A healthy smile is more than just bright teeth—it’s a gateway to overall wellness. Today we’re encouraging everyone to brush, floss, and schedule that checkup. Small daily habits lead to lifelong healthy smiles!

Feeling lucky this St. Patrick’s Day? 🍀 Don’t rely on luck for your smile—rely on great oral health habits! Brush twice a day, floss daily, and keep up with your dental visits. Here’s to a shamrockin’ healthy smile!