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On March 20, 2026, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Andrew Ferguson issued a memorandum directing the FTC’s Bureau of Competition, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Bureau of Economics, Office of Policy Planning, and Office of Technology to form a Healthcare Task Force.

This Earth Day, we’re celebrating healthy smiles and a healthier planet. 🌱 Simple habits like turning off the tap while brushing can make a big difference. Together, we can care for our patients and our planet.

This week, we celebrate the incredible dental hygienists who keep our patients smiling bright every day. 💙 Your dedication to prevention, education and patient care makes all the difference—thank you for all that you do!

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder that early detection saves lives. Regular dental visits play a critical role in screening and prevention. Encourage your patients to stay informed and stay proactive.

Wishing you a joyful Easter filled with bright smiles and sweet moments!

The April issue of AGD Impact is live! This month, our cover story helps you calculate the potential return on investment on that costly new equipment or technology upgrade you’ve been eyeing.

A thorough understanding of dental anatomy is crucial for performing endodontic therapy, as different demographics may display significant anatomical variations. A new study in General Dentistry evaluates root canal morphology in patients from West Texas, underscoring local complexities along with the importance of thorough diagnostics and imaging.

AGD Podcast host Dr. George P. Schmidt talks with Dr. John A. Molinari, a renowned infection control authority and professor emeritus at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, about the latest developments shaping infection control in dental practice.

AGD is excited to introduce a new award recognizing AEGD and GPR residency program directors who go the extra mile and connect their residents with AGD early in their careers. The winning director will receive a monetary prize, a certificate of recognition, and acknowledgement on AGD’s website and at AGD2026.

This month, AGD Impact Testing the Tools reviewer Ross Isbell, DDS, MBA, evaluated three products shaping daily practice: GINGICaine from Gingi-Park, a topical anesthetic for delivery at or below the sulcular peak; Midmark M11 Steam Sterilizer, a reliable, quick and large sterilization system that includes a robust recordkeeping mechanism; and PureClarity Scaler Waterline Purification System, a product for waterline maintenance that runs directly to ultrasonic hygiene scalers.

Upgrade your AGD wardrobe with customizable apparel and accessories from the AGD Store. Choose from a variety of styles and colors, including sweatshirts, polos, baseball caps, backpacks and more. Fellows and Masters can even personalize select items with their award logos.

This is your final week to register for the May 1 bone grafting workshop with Dr. Jim Grisdale before the April 5 deadline. Earn six hands-on CE credits through intensive practice with pig mandibles and expert instruction. Only a few seats left!

Spring is generally considered a time of renewal and a symbol of rebirth. In dentistry, spring brings the lightness of reassessed priorities. This story provides insights on practices you may want to let go of and relationships you may want to reassess.

The AGD Foundation is launching a new quarterly webinar series, Oral Cancer Prevention, Detection & Treatment: A Foundational Series, to advance awareness, education and action against oral cancer. The first event is a two-part webinar running April 9 and 30.

This Friday, March 27, is the final deadline to submit your abstract for the AGD2026 e-Poster presentation. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your clinical findings at Caesars Palace. Secure your place among dentistry’s brightest and compete for cash prizes up to $700 before the deadline passes.

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

Registration closes April 5 for our exclusive May 1 bone grafting workshop. Master ridge augmentation and soft tissue design during a full day of training at AGD headquarters in Chicago.

Nominations are open for AGD’s 2026 Student Chapter of the Year and Faculty Advisor of the Year! Help us recognize outstanding students and faculty who go above and beyond to support their dental school’s AGD chapter. Submit a nomination by April 17.

On March 11, 2026, House Committee on Energy and Commerce Ranking Member Frank Pallone (D-NJ-06), House Committee on Ways and Means Ranking Member Richard Neal (D-MA-01), House Committee on Education and Workforce Ranking Member Bobby Scott (D-VA-03), and Senate Committee on Finance Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-OR) sent a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Mehmet Oz expressing opposition to the Trump Administration’s proposed changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace.