U.S. Faces Potential Government Shutdown
The U.S. is on the verge of a government shutdown, with Congress facing a September 30, 2023, deadline to pass appropriations bills to fund the government. There are several options for Congress and the President during high-stakes negotiations over funding the federal government as the fiscal year (FY) comes to an end.
House E&C Committee Held Hearing on Legislative Proposals to Prevent and Respond to Generic Drug Shortages
On September 14, 2023, the House Energy and Commerce (E&C) Committee held a legislative hearing entitled Legislative Proposals to Prevent and Respond to Generic Drug Shortages.
Senate Help Committee Considers Primary Care and Health Workforce Legislation
On September 21, 2023, the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, & Pensions (HELP) held a markup of legislative proposals intended to boost primary care access and reauthorize programs addressing maternal morbidity and mortality and pediatric cancer research. The committee voted in favor of all four bills.
Nasal Patency and Mandibular Movement: Clinical Application in Prosthodontics
A case report in the September/October issue of General Dentistry describes a patient with persistent mandibular deviation during speech who experienced clinically significant improvement — mandibular movement without deviation — after improvements to nasal resistance.
Offer for New Dentists
Recent dental school graduates: You are eligible to enroll in the complimentary malpractice coverage provided by Dentist’s Advantage through AGD’s Exclusive Benefits. If you are already signed up, why not remind fellow graduates to enroll?
Effective Financial Management for Dentists: Unraveling Tax Law Changes, Practice Profitability and Savings
Many dentists are currently focusing on year-end tax planning, scrutinizing practice profitability and assessing their own financial health. If you’ve been putting this off, consider this a wake-up call — the earlier you start, the better.
Understanding GERD Symptoms
In collaboration with the American Gastroenterological Association, AGD Impact features a column this month that discusses dental problems gastroenterologists routinely see in their patients.
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Last Chance to Register for the Fall Fellowship Review Course and Exam
Registration for the 2023 Fall Fellowship Review Course and Exam at the Capital Hilton in Washington, D.C., Oct 6–8, ends Friday! Don’t miss this important step to becoming recognized as an AGD Fellow while earning 16 hours of CE.
AGD's New Podcast on Robotic Dental Implant Surgery Now Live
Michael Calderon, DDS, stops by the podcast to share his experience maneuvering the advancing technology.
AGD Launches New Student Membership Recruitment Programs
It’s a back-to-school student recruit-a-palooza as AGD kicks off the academic year with new programs to stimulate student membership, including a 20% discount if purchasing all four years of membership at once and a reimagined student membership referral program called AGD BonusBucks.
Student Perspectives: The Owner Years
AGD Impact columnist Clayton Sorrells, DDS, recently graduated from dental school and bought a dental practice in his hometown in Arkansas. He shares his experiences, lessons learned and why he decided to buy a practice right out of school.
Comparison of Inflammation in the Tongue with Inflammation of the Aorta and Coronary Arteries
An autopsy study published in the new issue of General Dentistry explores associations between the histopathologic and immunohistochemical aspects of tongue inflammation and aortic and coronary atherosclerosis. The authors determine that proper prevention and treatment of lingual infections could likely reduce the risk of this severe disease.
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Capitol Connections
AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.
Exploring the Benefits of 3D Face-Scanning Technology
The data captured by 3D face-scanning technology, also known as facial scanning or 3D facial imaging, has the ability to streamline and make many of today’s most common dental procedures more affordable — for the patient and the practitioner.
Student Savings to Start the Year Strong
As the school year begins, AGD’s Exclusive Benefits program has deals to make sure you can enjoy yourself while staying within budget. Find savings for online shopping and entertainment tickets as well as discounts on renters insurance, auto insurance and more.
Senator Cassidy Requests Information on Improving Health Data Privacy
On September 7, 2023, Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate HELP Committee, requested information from stakeholders on how to enhance the privacy protections of health data to safeguard sensitive information while balancing the need to support medical research.
Senator Cassidy Releases White Paper and Request for Information On AI
On September 6, 2023, Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, released a white paper on artificial intelligence (AI) and the technology's potential benefits and risks to society.
House Ways and Means Committee Seeks Broad Stakeholder Input on Addressing Chronic Disparities in Access to Health Care in Rural and Underserved Communities
On September 7, 2023, House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) released an open letter to the health care community requesting comments and input on addressing disparities in access to health care.
Protect the Profession by Supporting the AGD Advocacy Fund
The AGD Advocacy Fund supports national and constituency advocacy efforts by providing resources to tackle new matters, such as legislation or legal action affecting the practice of general dentistry. Learn more about some of the ways donations to the AGD Advocacy Fund have supported AGD advocacy efforts.