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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a final rule revising the quality standard for the amount of manufacture-added fluoride permitted in bottled water from 0.8 mg/L ppm to 0.7 mg/L ppm.

AGD filed a comment with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) on its interim final Emergency Temporary Standard, “Occupational Exposure to COVID-19 in Healthcare Settings.” AGD recommended withdrawing the interim rule, as there was not a scientific foundation to support the rule going into final status.

Intraoral scanners have many benefits for dental practices. They have been found to reduce patient discomfort, simplify clinical procedures for dentists and create accurate measurements. With more than half of dentists now using this technology, it’s never been a better time to check it out and invest.

Paresthesias are rare but potentially serious adverse effects following the use of articaine for inferior alveolar block injections. In a new column in General Dentistry, Drs. Saraghi and Hersh discuss the drug’s pharmacological properties, review its indications and efficacy and compare formulations.

We’re giving nonmembers a chance to try AGD before joining by making the May 12 webinar available to them for FREE. Share with your colleagues, and earn $50 in Referral Rewards for each one who joins!

Understanding why patients reject treatment is an important concept in increasing the average production per patient and the average complexity of cases treated. This article looks at five reasons why patients reject treatment and offers suggestions to improve your level of case acceptance and practice production.

The latest publication of General Dentistry is now available! Highlights include the effect of decontamination procedures in saliva-contaminated restorations, a conservative approach to masking a darkened tooth, Self-Instruction opportunities, and much more.

This month’s AGD Impact cover story focuses on nutrition and how it can provide a clear pathway toward integrating dentistry as a crucial component of whole-body healthcare. The issue also explores intraoral scanners and the many benefits for dental practices.

Guy E. Acheson, DDS, MAGD, might be one of the most driven general dentists. Prior to retiring, he built an ambitiously comprehensive full-service dental practice. But, most surprising might be the arena in which several of his other impressive achievements were earned: aerobatic glider pilot flying.

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

Need help studying for the Fellowship Exam? Make your life easier by downloading the Study Guide Supplement 2008-2015. This master study guide contains 400+ questions, answers, critiques and references. This supplement is a compilation of all study guides from 2008 to 2015, broken down into sections by discipline.

There are currently three new webinars to choose from this month. “Creating the Ultimate Digital Presence for your Dental Practice” will take place tomorrow, May 3, and is free to all registrants.

The White House announced that a pause on federal student loan repayments will be extended through August 31, 2022.

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) concluded its regulatory review of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rules that would ban menthol and other characterizing flavors in cigarettes and cigars.

The AGD led an Organized Dentistry Coalition (ODC) letter urging the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee to take up H.R.4555, the Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act.

Early bird pricing for AGD2022 in Orlando ends Saturday, April 30. This is the last opportunity for Premium Plus members to secure FREE registration and Premium members to receive discounted registration pricing.

As an associate dentist, you may be looking for ways to stretch your finances. We want to remind you of the AGD Exclusive Benefits that come with your membership. Get assistance with student loan debt, insurance coverage and even entertainment deals.

AGD is offering a two-day Fellowship Review Course at AGD2022, July 27–28, designed to provide a refresher in 17 dental disciplines. Attendees may take the Fellowship Exam the following day. Registrants will also receive an electronic copy of the Fellowship Exam Study Guide and a link to downloadable course handouts. Premium Plus members receive a 20% discount.

Former Risk Management columnist Richard C. Engar, DDS, FAGD, has been enjoying retirement for more than a year. Learn what words of wisdom he left with AGD members who desire to have financial security in their retirements.

AGD's Online Learning Center contains 100+ on-demand webinars, with topics that cover the full spectrum of general dentistry. Take advantage of the AGD member rate and earn CE at your convenience.