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The May issue of AGD Impact is live! This month’s cover story features several perspectives from practicing dentists on how to maximize the impact of any free dental care you provide, both locally and abroad.

AGD is recruiting qualified members to serve as AGD spokespeople, serving as expert resources for media interviews and translating clinical knowledge into meaningful, consumer-focused messaging. We are seeking individuals who are subject matter experts, responsive to media opportunities and located near key media markets.

AGD relies on the commitment of its constituent leaders, who serve as delegates each year to the House of Delegates Annual Meeting, where they provide input and governance for the organization. The 2026 Annual Meeting will be held Nov. 17–19.

This week, AGD members will gather in Washington, D.C., for Hill Day, an important opportunity to bring the voice of general dentistry directly to policymakers. These members will meet with legislative leaders to discuss key bills that impact general dentists and dental students, ensuring they understand the real-world implications of the decisions they make.

Extend your leadership capabilities by serving on an AGD council or committee. AGD is currently seeking volunteers for 2026–27 councils and committees. Consider using your unique skills to guide the organization.

Secure your spot at AGD2026 now to access over 25 hands-on courses and Dr. David Hornbrook’s seven free CE credits. Premium Plus members register for free, and Premium members receive a discounted rate. Finalize your plans today to lock in these savings.

In honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, the April issue of AGD Impact features an update from the AGD Foundation on its mission to raise awareness of oral cancer. It also includes the latest in oral cancer research from around the world.

Read an excerpt from AGD Impact’s cover story this month (“Should You Invest in New Equipment? How to Calculate ROI”) by Dr. Akanksha Baheti, who discusses what young dentists should really be thinking about when it comes to ROI.

Early bird pricing expires next Thursday, April 30. Act now to access high-level hands-on education and Dr. David Hornbrook’s seven free CE credits. Registration is free for Premium Plus members, while Premium members receive a deep discount. Finalize your plans now to get the best rate possible.

Have you have been contemplating taking the Fellowship Exam? Register for one of the two upcoming Fellowship Review Course and Exam sessions, and make 2026 your year!

AGD is addressing the most pressing issues faced by our members by advocating to government entities for general dentists.

On April 3, 2026, the Trump Administration released its fiscal year (FY) 2027 Budget Proposal. Overall, the HHS Budget-in-Brief proposes $111.1 billion in discretionary budget authority for FY 2027, a decrease of $15.8 billion or 12.5 percent.

CMS is preparing states for an upcoming change that will limit the ability to claim federal matching funds for Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for individuals who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals.

Over the past decade, the U.S. Navy Dental Corps has undergone a sweeping digital revolution following a $19 million investment in dental computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology in 2015.

Time is running out for early bird pricing. Prioritize your growth with immersive hands-on training and seven free CE credits with Dr. David Hornbrook. Premium Plus members still register at no cost, and Premium members get discounted rates through April 30.

There is still time to register for the May 1 bone grafting workshop in Chicago. The deadline has been extended to register and earn 6 hands-on CE credits through intensive practice with pig mandibles and expert instruction. There are just a few remaining spots!

AGD is recruiting qualified members to serve as AGD spokespeople, serving as expert resources for media interviews and translating clinical knowledge into meaningful, consumer-focused messaging. We are seeking individuals who are subject matter experts, responsive to media opportunities and located near key media markets.

Oral cancer treatment can leave patients with psychologically and socially harmful orofacial defects. A case report in the March/April issue of General Dentistry describes rehabilitative treatment after maxillary tumor resection. Intraoral and extraoral prostheses connected by magnets restored esthetics and function, fostering the patient’s social reintegration.