We are proud to announce that AGD Impact has been recognized by the International College of Dentists (ICD) in its 2025 Publication Awards.

Humanitarian Award
AGD Impact received the Humanitarian Award for Best Article or Series of Articles Highlighting Dental Humanitarian Service.

• April 2024, p. 11: "2023 Humanitarian Award Winner Dedicates His Life's Volunteerism to One Region" by Caitlin Davis

This recognition highlights the power of storytelling by showcasing the meaningful service and dedication of AGD members around the world. We are especially proud to receive this honor because not only does it honor AGD’s own 2023 Humanitarian Award winner, Dr. Michael Lacey, but his profile was written by AGD Impact Associate Editor Caitlin Davis! 

Golden Pen Honorable Mention
In addition, AGD Impact earned an Honorable Mention for the Golden Pen Award, recognizing excellence in articles of current importance to the dental profession.

• October 2024, p. 10: "The Role of Compassion in Healthcare" by Maggie Augustyn, DDS

This recognition highlights how knowing more about patients and relating to them on a universal level can open a window into understanding why they get sick and how dentists’ proposed treatment can best be presented. 

We extend our congratulations to our editorial team and contributors for their outstanding work and commitment to journalistic excellence in dentistry!