Capitol Connections
AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.
Special Offer for 2023 Graduates and Residents
Congratulations to our soon-to-be 2023 dental school graduates! To jump-start your career, claim your complimentary malpractice insurance brought to you by AGD’s Exclusive Benefits provider Dentist’s Advantage. It’s included as one of AGD’s membership benefits.
Interdisciplinary Management of an Adult Orthodontic Patient
A new article in the latest issue of General Dentistry describes the case of a 29-year-old woman who changed her treatment goals during the course of orthodontic treatment. This report highlights treatment options, outcomes and avoidable mistakes for this type of complex case involving high esthetic demands.
Dr. Howley Chases Storms and the Limits of His Own Abilities
After a series of automobile accidents and resulting surgeries, 2022 Albert L. Borish Award winner Thomas A. Howley Jr., DDS, MAGD, was forced to give up his practice and told to stop all travel and volunteer activities. Instead, he continued to push his own capabilities.
AGD Leadership Contacts Third-Party Payer About Members’ Concerns
Recently, AGD opened dialogue with a senior representative of Delta Dental Plans Association in order to address issues affecting general dentists, the public and the practice of general dentistry.
Meet AGD2023 Keynote Speaker Jim Kelly
The AGD2023 keynote address will be given by NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly. His story is “A Journey of Perseverance” that includes child loss and multiple bouts of oral cancer. At AGD2023, he will speak about the power of the four F’s — Faith, Friends, Family and Fans — and what it really means to be “Kelly Tough.”
Early Bird Pricing for AGD2023 Ends Next Week
Next Monday, May 1, is your last chance to secure early bird pricing for AGD2023. Immerse yourself in world-class education set within an iconic Las Vegas property, and come prepared to experience the premier meeting for general dentists!
Help Support the AGD Advocacy Fund
The AGD Advocacy Fund supports national and constituent advocacy efforts by providing resources to tackle new matters, such as legislation or legal action affecting the practice of general dentistry.
Senate Committee on Finance Subcommittee on Health Prioritizes Oral Health
On March 29, 2023, the Senate Committee on Finance’s Subcommittee on Health held a hearing entitled, An Oral Health Crisis: Identifying and Addressing Health Disparities.
End of the Covid-19 Public Health Emergency
On March 29, the Senate passed HJ Res 7, which would terminate the President’s National Emergencies Act (NEA) declaration regarding the COVID-19 national emergency.
Prosthetic Rehabilitation After Hemimaxillectomy
A 68-year-old woman was diagnosed with oral squamous cell carcinoma involving the hard palate, and the hemimaxillectomy procedure for tumor resection created a defect. A new case report in General Dentistry describes the patient’s treatment from presurgical planning to final rehabilitation with a conventional obturator.
Become Financially Fit
Are you ready to give your finances a workout? AGD’s Exclusive Benefits program can help you stretch your dollars and strengthen your savings with student loan refinancing offers, insurance coverage, entertainment discounts and more. Check out all the deals today, and start seeing results tomorrow.
AGD2023 e-Poster Submissions Due Friday
This Friday, April 21, at 11:59 p.m. CDT, is the deadline to submit an abstract proposal for the AGD2023 Scientific e-Poster Session. This is the final opportunity to showcase your research (and possibly win $300 and a certificate) at the premier meeting for general dentistry.
AGD President Highlights Commitment to Dentistry
AGD is more than just great continuing education. It is an organization focused on supporting general dentists through education, advocacy and networking. Don’t miss the latest AGD Podcast featuring AGD President Hans P. Guter, DDS, FAGD, talking about the range of initiatives AGD is focusing on.
The Latest in Dental Robotics
The potential applications of robotics in dentistry are myriad. Human-operated robotics are already blazing new paths in implant surgery. Microrobots show promise in endodontics. The idea of autonomous robotic technology holds the promise of reshaping dental workflows. In each of its various incarnations, robotic technology has the potential to deliver superior precision, reduce or eliminate human error, and improve patient outcomes.
Experience the New Dentist Lounge at AGD2023
Students, residents and new dentists not only receive reduced registration and free lectures at AGD2023, they also gain exclusive access to the New Dentist Lounge. The New Dentist Lounge features three days of networking, free courses, food, drinks, and the chance to build lifelong connections.
Wes Blakeslee, DMD, FAGD, Retires as Academy of General Dentistry’s Podcaster and Associate Editor
Blakeslee Hosted Podcast for 15 years, Served Two Years as Associate Editor
AGD2023 e-Poster Submissions Due Next Week
Dental students, residents and recent graduates: Your last chance to submit an abstract proposal for consideration in the AGD2023 Scientific e-Poster Session is next Friday, April 21, at 11:59 p.m. CDT.
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Oral Cancer: Updates from AGD and Around the World
As part of April as Oral Cancer Awareness Month, this issue of AGD Impact features an update from the AGD Foundation on its mission to promote oral cancer awareness. It also includes the latest in oral cancer research from around the world.
Help Assess the AGD Fellowship Exam
The Exam Council is searching for volunteers to participate in a workshop that will review and consider revisions for the Fellowship Exam’s content outline. If interested, please complete the application form by April 14.