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On April 13–14, 2023, the Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Payment and Access Commission (MACPAC) held its April Public Meeting, including a session entitled, Access to Covered Dental Benefits for Adult Medicaid Beneficiaries: Panel Discussion.

Did you know that untreated tooth decay is higher in people who smoke cigarettes? Over 40% of adults aged 20 to 64 who currently smoke cigarettes have untreated tooth decay. #WorldNoTobaccoDay

Happy Memorial Day!

Today marks the beginning of Women’s Health Week. Did you know that half of all pregnant women will get pregnancy gingivitis? #WomensHealthWeek #AGD #(insert constituency)AGD

Why did the storm trooper buy an iPhone?..........He couldn’t find the droid he was looking for.

May is Older Americans Month. What do you do in your practice to make your older patients more comfortable?

Read the latest issue for new research across multiple subject areas. Highlights include an overview of the uses of artificial intelligence in dentistry, an analysis of chairside extraoral suction systems for a reduction of aerosol contamination, and a scoping review on endodontic treatment for patients with bleeding disorders.

AGD blogger Dr. Larry Stanleigh has launched a blog series highlighting moments that transform our businesses and relationships for long-term success. These are important reminders that can help general dentists build stronger practices and understand the range of opportunities to connect with patients.

The May 11 webinar “Peri-implant Disease: Definition, Etiology and Treatment” will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to diagnose and manage peri-implant disease in their clinical practice and ultimately help improve patient outcomes and implant success rates.

The May issue of AGD Impact is now live! In it, you can find an invaluable guide for new dentists on how to jump-start their careers, plus a feature story on how the dental benefits industry could be affected by changes in the medical health insurance industry.

Are you interested in learning more about therapeutic uses for facial neuromodulators and injection techniques? Listen to this month’s featured podcast, where AGD Podcast host Drs. George J. Schmidt and Gigi Meinecke talk about differentiating toxins, dosage strength, complications, management of patient expectations, and more!

AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.”

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.