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On September 18, 2026, National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Jay Bhattacharya, M.D., Ph.D., announced the appointment of Jonathan E. Burke, D.M.D., to serve as director of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR).

On September 16, 2026, the House Energy and Commerce Committee held a Full Committee markup of legislation to enhance American technological development and strengthen communications networks.

On September 15 and 16, 2026, the Senate Committee on Finance and the Senate HELP Committee examined the nomination of Mr. Chris Klomp to serve as Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS).

On September 15, 2026, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on health held a hearing entitled, Examining Legislative Proposals to Reform Medicare Provider Payment and Bolster Health Care Cybersecurity.

Nearly 40 health organizations call on lawmakers to restore interest deferment for medical and dental residents

Some of the emotional tolls of dentistry include the relentless pursuit of approval, achievement and perfection. AGD Impact Wellness columnist Maggie Augustyn, DDS, FAGD, details her decision to leave behind external validation; grieve an old identity; and embrace stillness, self-love and simplicity. Through this shift, she finds freedom, health, presence and a truer sense of self.

Transillumination highlights opacities, cracks and other surface defects in enamel. A literature review in the latest issue of General Dentistry covers this and other minimally invasive strategies for diagnosing and treating developmental enamel defects.

Nominations for AGD Impact’s “10 Dentists to Watch” will close at the end of today! Hurry to nominate a talented young dentist who’s doing extraordinary things.

AGD spokesperson Maggie Augustyn, DDS, FAGD, examines achievement, professional pressure and redefining success

Know someone who should be part of AGD? Through Sept. 30, your referral gets 50% off dues, and you’ll earn $50 in Referral Rewards when they join. It’s a simple way to help a colleague discover the value of AGD — and get rewarded for making the connection.

Help shape the future of dentistry by participating in DentalPost's 2027 State of the Dental Industry Survey. Your responses will contribute to valuable insights on compensation, workforce trends, practice growth and retirement projections. The findings will be published in the 2027 State of the Dental Industry Salary & Practice Growth Report.

Stop dreading complex endodontic appointments. On Friday, Oct. 16, join Dr. Brett E. Gilbert at AGD headquarters in Chicago for a practical, hands-on workshop designed to overhaul your clinical confidence. Earn 6 participation CE credits, and gain techniques you can apply immediately Monday morning.

Last year brought a new tax bill with substantial changes. As year-end approaches, it’s time to get serious about your tax planning. Learn what you can be doing now to prevent any springtime sticker shock.

To receive your FAGD, MAGD or LLSR at AGD2027, July 8–10, all requirements must be completed, and applications submitted by Dec. 31. Need assistance crossing the finish line? AGD has the resources available to make your goal a reality.

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

In the latest podcast, host Dr. George J. Schmidt interviews Dr. Brett Gilbert about best practices for endodontic treatment. Gilbert shares insights on case selection; when to refer to a specialist; and how factors like patient comfort, psychology and ability to open can be just as important as tooth anatomy.

Nominations are currently open for AGD Impact’s popular “10 Dentists to Watch.” This honor is open to all AGD members! Do you know a talented young dentist who’s doing extraordinary things and deserves some recognition? Nominations will be open until Sept. 21.

Registration for the 2026 Fall Fellowship Review Course and Exam, taking place Sept. 25–27 in New Orleans, ends this Friday! Don’t miss this important step to becoming recognized as an AGD Fellow while earning 16 hours of CE during the two-day review course.

Join the AGD Foundation and Arizona AGD on Thursday, October 22nd at 8:00 p.m. EDT for a one-hour virtual webinar with Dr. Mai-Ly Duong on supporting patients after oral, head, and neck cancer treatment. Walk away with practical, patient-centered strategies you can put to use right away.

On September 1, 2026, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the availability of two final guidance entitled, Dental Composite Resin Devices--Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions and Dental Curing Lights--Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions.