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Congratulations to the 2019 Constituent Mini-Grant Recipients

May 20, 2019
The AGD Constituent Services Team thanks all applicants. Join us in congratulating the following 16 constituencies, selected by AGD’s Regional Directors Constituent Development Subcommittee

Nominate a Colleague for the 2021 Weclew Award

May 20, 2019
AGD is now taking nominations for the 2021 Dr. Thaddeus V. Weclew Award. This prestigious award is given to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the art and science of dentistry, or has enhanced AGD’s principles and goals and made exceptional efforts in promoting these ideals.

Submit Your Email and List Agreement Statements

May 20, 2019
AGD Constituent Email and List Agreement statements are due July 31. If your constituency has not already submitted this agreement, download a copy from the Important Dates and Forms section of the AGD website, and return a signed copy to the CST by July 31 via fax to 312.335.3429.

New Resources to Promote AGD Programs

May 20, 2019
Now is the perfect time to check out the new promotional materials available on the membership chair resource page. You can use these resources to locally promote AGD’s Exclusive Benefits and Career Center programs to your constituents.

2020 Constituent and Component Dues-Rate Update Request

May 20, 2019
Help AGD staff prepare for 2020 by completing and submitting your 2020 Constituent and Component Dues Update Form, which is posted on the constituent section of the AGD website. Doing so will allow you to discuss changes to your dues rates with your board and to send updates in a timely manner.

Volunteer and Get Credit

May 20, 2019
Your commitment and dedication are critical in the fight against oral cancer. If you are a dentist or hygienist licensed in Connecticut, please register to volunteer at the AGD Foundation-sponsored oral cancer screening at AGD2019 at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut on Friday, July 19.

Wednesday Pre-Conference Sessions

May 20, 2019
Although AGD2019 officially starts Thursday, July 18, please remind constituents to consider arriving a day early to attend some of the educational sessions offered on Wednesday, July 17. These courses may serve as prerequisites for others held Thursday through Saturday

2019 AGD Leadership Development Symposium Highlights

May 20, 2019
The 2019 Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) Leadership Development Symposium (LDS) was held on April 12-13 at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza Hotel.
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AGD National Spokesperson Jennifer Bell, DDS, FAGD, weighs in on products containing the ingredient cetylpyridinium chloride, an alternative to alcohol

May 9, 2019
AGD National Spokesperson Jennifer Bell, DDS, FAGD, weighs in on products containing the ingredient cetylpyridinium chloride, an alternative to alcohol
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Dr. Larry Williams, DDS, MAGD, Shares Tips to Keep Your Practice Measles Free

May 9, 2019
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.
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AGD Partners with Mediaplanet USA to Promote Oral Health

May 9, 2019
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
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AGD President Admonishes The Atlantic Article and Calls for Dentists to Uphold Ethical Standards

May 3, 2019
Internationally recognized magazine, The Atlantic, calls out the dental industry in recent story published online. AGD’s President Neil J. Gajjar responds.
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Academy of General Dentistry Heads to Capitol Hill

May 3, 2019
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.
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Tax Strategies for Dentists in 2019

Mar 23, 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.
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Regional Director Corner

Mar 22, 2019
Bettina D. Laidley, DMD, FAGD, represents Region 1, which includes Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. She is currently serving as the chair of the regional directors.
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Non-Members and Students Experience the Texas AGD Difference

Mar 22, 2019
At the Texas AGD, recruitment strategies are implemented throughout the year to deliver innovative and relevant programs and services for general dentists in Texas. In the first quarter of 2019, two strategies were made a reality.
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Simple and Cost-Effective Smiles

Mar 22, 2019
The Illinois AGD hosted the 26th Annual Ted Weclew continuing education course on Feb. 20, 2019. Doug Lambert, DDS, presented, “Make Me Smile,” an excellent review of conservative composite restorations.

March Your Calendars for Upcoming Conference Calls

Mar 22, 2019
Thank you to the leaders who participated in the January 2019 quarterly conference call. The remaining 2019 constituent conference calls are scheduled for Tuesday, April 16 and Tuesday, Oct. 22.

AGD2019 Promotional Materials

Mar 22, 2019
AGD2019 is only four months away. Now is the time to build momentum and encourage members to register for AGD2019. On the constituent membership chair page, you will find promotional materials under “Scientific Session Materials.” Feel free to share these ads on your website or social media pages.

AGD Foundation Seeks Auction Donations

Mar 22, 2019
The annual auction held during AGD2019 helps support many of our constituents’ community outreach programs — programs that provide quality oral healthcare, including oral cancer screenings and risk-factor prevention education, for underserved populations.
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