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On October 26, 2026, the American Coalition for Oral Health (ACOH) announced its national kickoff meeting in Washington, D.C., with a virtual option.

On October 26, 2026, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the HTI-5 final rule, entitled, Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Prosperity. In the final rule, the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) has retained all existing privacy and certification criteria and the associated certification framework.

On October 23, 2026, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a proposed rule entitled, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Exchange Pre-Eligibility Verification.

Oregon AGD provided free dental care to 232 patients at the OAGD Foundation Center's 12-chair dental clinic during its “Comprehensive Training in Parenteral Moderate Sedation” course in September. If you're considering training in moderate sedation, Oregon AGD will offer the course again in 2027.

Read the latest issue for new research across subject areas. Highlights include the first installment of a new column covering dental sleep medicine, an examination of interoperability and the future of dental practice, case reports, materials studies and, much more.

Join us Dec. 4 for AGD’s Virtual Advocacy Conference and earn 4.5 free CE credits. Understand how evolving federal and state policies affect your daily operations, and learn actionable ways to help protect our profession.

This month’s lineup of live webinars covers soft tissue and bone strategies in implant dentistry, root resorption diagnosis and treatment, and mental health considerations for dental patients. Join these sessions to learn practical clinical techniques and earn required CE hours.

This special double issue features a cover story on the recent FDA approval of a GLP-1–like weight loss drug for obstructive sleep apnea and stories on the three military dentists who have been awarded the Medal of Honor, how to relocate your dental office, and shinrin-yoku, also known as forest bathing.

Expand payment options with CareCredit Pay Later. Offer seamlessly integrated, fixed installment loans to help eliminate front-desk bottlenecks, protect patient relationships and drive practice growth.

Happy National Flossing Day. Flossing isn't just about clean teeth — it's about cardiovascular health, reducing inflammation, and catching early signs of gum disease before they become serious. You know this better than anyone. Today, the world gets a little reminder of what you preach every day.

As we gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving, we are reminded of just how much we have to be grateful for, and at the top of that list is this incredible dental community. Thank you for being part of an organization that is stronger because of YOU.

Happy Veterans Day to every man and woman who has worn the uniform and served this country with honor. To the veterans in our dental community, your service and your sacrifice will never be forgotten. We are proud to stand alongside you.

National Brush Day is here! This day is celebrated the day after Halloween to reinforce the importance of children's oral health and promote good tooth-brushing habits. Two minutes. Twice a day. No excuses.

Read the latest issue for new research across subject areas. Highlights include the first installment of a new column covering dental sleep medicine, an examination of interoperability and the future of dental practice, case reports, materials studies and much more.

The special double November/December issue of AGD Impact is now live! This issue is packed, with a cover story on how the recent FDA approval of a GLP-1–like weight loss drug for obstructive sleep apnea may impact your sleep dentistry patients and much more!

Trauma-informed care is treating patients in a way that intentionally tries to avoid retraumatization and supports updated and processed realities about safety and control in the patient’s life. This type of care recognizes that best intentions and dental training can still have harmful impacts when we lean a person with sexual trauma back in our chairs.

Earning your FAGD, MAGD or LLSR signifies a commitment to high-caliber patient care and professional growth. Ensure your hard work is formally honored during the Convocation Ceremony at AGD2027 in Chicago.

AGD’s member benefits provide dental practice owners savings on insurance and financial products, educational services, and practice management tools. Save money on office supplies, promotional products, lab services and more.

In this month’s AGD Impact, Dr. Sweta Shah focuses on the kaizen approach to mindfulness in dentistry. Just as mastering a Class I filling begins with understanding the basics, mindfulness starts with small, consistent actions. Our minds and bodies are powerful instruments; when trained with intention, they can generate profound results.

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