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The newest issue of General Dentistry includes a range of clinical articles, case reports, and columns. Also, be sure to check out “The foundation of yesterday’s experiences,” a special goodbye Editorial from long-time AGD Editor Roger Winland, DDS.

AGD is supportive of point-of-care testing, and the Dental Practice Council is closely following testing and regulatory developments. For AGD members who may be interested in applying for a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments certificate of waiver, AGD has developed information to guide you through the process.

Many AGD members have been working tirelessly during the COVID-19 pandemic to support the needs of their patients and the community. To acknowledge these contributions, AGD corporate sponsor SoFi is giving away a total of $100K to 10 winners ($10K per winner) to pay off student debt.

AGD fact sheets provide your patients with all of the information they need to maintain their oral health. Fact sheets on more than 25 oral health topics are available online and can be customized to include your name and practice contact information.

The newest issue of AGD Impact tackles the dizzying array of options and group practice models to choose from in today’s workplace. Also included are the 2019 Treasurer’s Report to the Membership and the Executive Committee Candidates for 2020–2021.

Dental practices can purchase nearly everything they need for their offices used. While buying used equipment may not be as simple as buying new, smart buying strategies can save dental practices a significant amount of money.

Join the 2021 class of AGD Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition (LLSR) recipients. To become eligible, finalize all continuing education and service requirements, and submit the completed LLSR application by Dec. 31, 2020. Fewer than 400 AGD members have earned this prestigious recognition, and you could be one of them.

The 72-hour flash sale is over, but special offers continue until Sept. 30. Buy three Tetric® Prime refills and get one free, or get the Adhese Universal Vivapen System Pack for just $107.50. For more information or to sign up with AGDVANTAGE, visit the AGDVANTAGE website, or call 800.626.2163, ext. 4568.

AGD has updated its privacy settings to protect your data. As part of this process, a seven-character alphanumerical password is required, and you may be unable to log in to AGD.org and other sites until you create one. Visit agd.org/password for more information and instructions.

AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists. AGD recently initiated dialogue with the National Association of Dental Plans, and the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund Application deadline has been extended to Sept. 13.

As demand for esthetic orthodontic treatment in adults has grown, clear aligner therapy (CAT) has become increasingly accessible for patients and appealing to providers. This article in the latest issue of General Dentistry highlights the clinical scope and limitations of CAT while outlining the differences among various clear aligner products.

The AGD and Wisconsin AGD sent a letter to the City of Madison Water Utility Board in advance of their August 25 meeting, and in support of community water fluoridation (CFW).

On August 18, the HHS Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) released Healthy People 2030 (HP2030) – the 5th version of the Healthy People initiative.

The House Energy & Commerce Committee sent oversight letters to nine health and dental insurance companies on August 13, seeking information on their policies and practices amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

The National Association of Dental Plans (NADP) responded to AGD’s letter sent on July 7, and welcomed open communications between the organizations.

On August 13, AGD sent a letter to Reps. Cindy Axne (R-IA) and Neal Dunn (R-FL) expressing support for their recently introduced legislation, the Eliminating the Provider Relief Fund Tax Penalties Act of 2020 (H.R.7819).

Updated language of new guidelines could impact dental practices due to ongoing PPE shortages

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) would like to share the following information with you regarding offering webinars or other electronically mediated continuing dental education activities.

PACE Standard I, Criterion O states that program providers must develop and operate in accordance to written policies, procedures or guidelines designed to ensure that all clinical and/or technical continuing dental education activates offered include the scientific basis for the program content and an assessment of the benefits and risks associated with that content in order to promote public safety.

All PACE-approved CE organizations are expected to include the AGD PACE logo and the official approval statement on all publicity materials and attendance verification forms.