This Week at AGD

January 20, 2025

Feature Story

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Dentistry on the Inside: Exploring the Prison Dental System

While many aspiring dentists may not immediately think about working at a correctional institution upon graduation, correctional dentistry can provide a very fulfilling and stable career path. Like any dental field, it has pros and cons, but many correctional dentists find deep satisfaction in their work.

News

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Mucosal Hyperpigmentation Caused by Dietary Beta Carotene

Chronic ingestion of a beta carotene–rich diet may promote the development of yellow-orange hyperpigmentation of the oral mucosa. The new issue of General Dentistry details a case of this benign condition, carotenemia, which must be differentiated from more concerning disorders, particularly jaundice associated with hepatitis.

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Showcase Your Expertise at AGD2025

The “Take the Floor” education series is now accepting speaker abstracts! This program features 45-minute presentations exploring clinical innovations, mental health and physical well-being. This is your time to shine. Inspire, educate and make a lasting impact at AGD2025. The deadline to submit is Feb. 13.

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AGD Councils Convened to Plan for 2025 and Beyond

AGD leaders met this past weekend to strategize for 2025 and beyond. In addition to their individual remote meetings throughout the year, all AGD councils meet together in person once per year to discuss the organization’s current status and develop new ways to advocate for general dentists and meet the needs of our membership.

Drawing for AGD2025

AG2025 Registration Drawing

Get ready to register for AGD2025! Registration opens next Wednesday, Jan. 29. The first 100 full-dues-paying AGD members who register for AGD2025 will be entered into a special drawing to win a $500 airfare credit! Don’t miss this opportunity. In the meantime, learn more about the must-see attractions in historic Montréal.

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Fellowship Exam Blueprint Update: Revisions in 2025

In 2024, a job task analysis was carried out in conjunction with the AGD Fellowship Exam program. As a result, revisions have been made to the blueprint of the 2025 Fellowship Exam, study materials and content outline.

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