Menu search user phone users Map Pin facebook twitter youtube linkedin youtube instagram lock
Academy of General Dentistry Logo
 
  • Find an AGD Dentist
  • Contact Us
  • Join AGD
  • Log in
  • Log out
    • Access
      • Member Center
      • My Local AGD
      • Join AGD
      • AGD Connect
      • Refer-a-Colleague Program
      • Membership Buyback
      • Member Rejoin
    • Resources
      • AGD Impact
      • General Dentistry
      • Insurance and Coding
      • Career Center
      • Patient Resources
    • Benefits
      • Member Benefits
      • Exclusive Benefits
      • Find a Mentor/Mentee
      • AGD Store
    • Learn
      • Live Courses
      • Online Learning Center
      • AGD Scientific Session
      • CE Directory
      • Self Instruction
      • Find a PACE Provider
    • Track
      • My CE Hub
      • View My Awards Transcript
    • Awards & Recognition
      • Fellowship Exam Information
      • AGD Awards & Recognition
      • Promote My Achievement
      • E-Poster Winners
      • Apply for PACE-Approval
    • AGD Priorities
      • Advocacy Center
      • Key Issues
      • AGD Policies
      • Capitol Connections
    • Act Now
      • How to Advocate
      • Action Center
      • Federal Resources
      • State Resources
      • AGD Advocacy Fund
    • Tools
      • Practice Resources
      • Insurance & Coding
      • Career Center
      • Patient Resources
      • Clinical Guidelines
    • Leadership
      • About Us
      • Leadership & Governance
      • Constituent Services
      • Join Our Team
      • AGD Connect
    • Publications & News
      • AGD Impact
      • General Dentistry
      • AGD Podcast
      • The Daily Grind
      • Capitol Connections
      • Advertise or Subscribe
      • This Week at AGD
      • Newsroom

This Week at AGD

  • Home
  • This Week at AGD
  • This Week at AGD Detail

Your Second Chance to Take the Fellowship Review Course in 2026

Jun 29, 2026
If you missed your chance at AGD2026, register now for the Fall Fellowship Review Course, Sept. 25–26 in New Orleans, and take the Fellowship Exam the following day. Premium Plus members receive a 20% discount on the review course.

AGD Supports ACD Standards of Leadership in Oral Health Care

Jun 29, 2026
AGD has been invited to review and formally support the Standards for Leadership in Oral Health Care, an initiative developed by the American College of Dentists to establish a framework for leadership across the oral health profession.

AGD Celebrates Excellence at 2026 Convocation Ceremony

Jun 29, 2026
More than 200 AGD members were recognized for earning Fellowship (FAGD), Mastership (MAGD), and Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition (LLSR), distinctions that represent years of dedication to continuing education, professional growth and service to others.

AGD2026 Attendees: Claim Your Free CE Quiz

Jun 29, 2026
As a thank-you for joining us at AGD2026, attendees are eligible to access a complimentary Self-Instruction quiz worth 2 CE credits. Starting Wed. July 1, log in to the AGD Online Learning Center and search “GD564” or “Bashirelahi Self-Instruction” to locate the quiz — no promo code required.

Dr. Jeffrey Okeson Receives Weclew Award, AGD’s Highest Honor for Educators

Jun 29, 2026
AGD has named Dr. Jeffrey P. Okeson as the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Thaddeus V. Weclew Award, the organization’s highest honor recognizing excellence in dental education. Okeson is recognized for his ability to translate complex concepts into practical clinical knowledge that dentists can apply immediately in patient care.

Apply for an AGD Council or Committee Now

Jun 29, 2026
AGD is currently seeking volunteers for 2026–27 councils and committees. Consider using your unique skills to guide the organization, its members and the public, or encourage someone from your constituent to apply. Applications are due June 30.

Adenomatoid odontogenic tumor associated with maxillary premolars

Jun 22, 2026
Adenomatoid odontogenic tumor is an asymptomatic benign tumor typically observed as a well-circumscribed, teardrop-shaped radiolucency containing an embedded tooth. While the lesion most commonly affects maxillary canines in younger females, the May/June issue of General Dentistry reports two atypical cases associated with impacted premolars.

Capitol Connections

Jun 22, 2026
AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.

AGD2026 Kicks Off This Week

Jun 22, 2026
AGD is excited to welcome dentists, speakers, exhibitors and guests from across the profession for an unforgettable experience in Las Vegas. We look forward to seeing you and sharing an exceptional week of learning, collaboration and celebration. Registration is still open.

Why Private Practice Ownership Is Still Worth It

Jun 22, 2026
New Dentist columnist Dr. Clayton Sorrells shares several reasons why fully owning your practice can lead to happiness and fulfillment, as well as some tips on how to succeed as a practice owner.

AGD Lends Support for the Promoting Dental Health Act

Jun 22, 2026
AGD recently signed a letter with 17 other members of the Organized Dental Coalition (ODC) to support S. 4008, the Promoting Dental Health Act. The bill reauthorizes the U.S. Centers for Disease Control Oral Health programs through fiscal year 2031 and strengthens oral health infrastructure nationwide while supporting the vital role of general dentists in improve overall health outcomes.

Why Every Dentist Should Build Multigenerational Wealth and How to Do It

Jun 22, 2026
Dentists don’t have short careers; they can easily be in business for 30, 40 or even 50 years. Because of this, every dentist should be able to create multigenerational wealth and a life by design.

Student Awards Announcement

Jun 15, 2026
AGD recently presented its Student Chapter of the Year award to Texas A&M College of Dentistry, Faculty Advisor of the Year to Mai-Ly Duong, DMD, MAGD, and Residency Program Director of the Year to Russ Bergman, DMD.

The Cutting Edge of Digital Prosthodontics and Beyond

Jun 15, 2026
Digital dentistry has transformed prosthodontics. Intraoral scanning, CBCT imaging and 3D printing have made prosthetics easier to design and create and are becoming the standard of care. But what’s on the cutting edge in this field — and what’s beyond?

New Member Benefit: Oryx Dental Practice Management Software at Preferred Rates

Jun 15, 2026
AGD has partnered with Oryx Dental, the first and only dental practice management software platform recognized by AGD as a member benefit provider. Through this new partnership, AGD members can access Oryx's cloud-based, AI-powered platform at preferred rates.

Walking the Talk: Shoes, Speaking and Our Professional Journey

Jun 15, 2026
AGD blogger Dr. Larry Stanleigh continues his information sharing with a post about shoes as a metaphor for his professional journey. He applies this framework to thinking about life, work and important ways to show up and contribute to his community.

New Podcasts: Exploring Practice Ownership and Bone Grafting

Jun 15, 2026
The award-winning AGD Podcast Series recently released two new podcasts — “Owning the Journey: Leadership Lessons,” from Arnelle Wright, DDS, and “Clinical Pearls in Bone Grafting,” with Charles D. Schlesinger, DDS, FICOI.

Last Call for the Fellowship Review Course

Jun 15, 2026
This is your final opportunity to join the Fellowship Review Course at AGD2026. Registration closes this Friday, June 19. Refresh your clinical knowledge, earn 16 CE credits and walk into the Fellowship Exam the next day with confidence.

New! Smarter Way to Refinance Student Loans

Jun 8, 2026
AGD members now have access to Juno, a platform for student loan refinancing using group-negotiated rates and cash back offers. Members may unlock bonuses up to $1,000 and secure lower interest rates through personalized options.

What Failing Implants Reveal About Peri-implantitis

Jun 8, 2026
Peri-implantitis is not the glamorous side of implant dentistry. Immediate implants get the applause; failing implants do not. But failing implants are often the best teachers. The cases that go sideways often sharpen clinical judgment because they force a harder question: What set the site up to fail?
  • 1 (current)
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • »

560 W. Lake St., Sixth Floor
Chicago, IL 60661-6600

888.AGD.DENT

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn
  • YouTube
  • Instagram
  • Find an AGD Dentist
  • Contact Us
  • Join AGD
  • Log in

My AGD

  • Access
    • Member Center
    • My Local AGD
    • Join AGD
    • AGD Connect
    • Refer-a-Colleague Program
    • Membership Buyback
    • Member Rejoin
  • Resources
    • AGD Impact
    • General Dentistry
    • Insurance and Coding
    • Career Center
    • Patient Resources
  • Benefits
    • Member Benefits
    • Exclusive Benefits
    • Find a Mentor/Mentee
    • AGD Store

Education

  • Learn
    • Live Courses
    • Online Learning Center
    • AGD Scientific Session
    • CE Directory
    • Self Instruction
    • Find a PACE Provider
  • Track
    • My CE Hub
    • View My Awards Transcript
  • Awards & Recognition
    • Fellowship Exam Information
    • AGD Awards & Recognition
    • Promote My Achievement
    • E-Poster Winners
    • Apply for PACE-Approval

Advocacy

  • AGD Priorities
    • Advocacy Center
    • Key Issues
    • AGD Policies
    • Capitol Connections
  • Act Now
    • How to Advocate
    • Action Center
    • Federal Resources
    • State Resources
    • AGD Advocacy Fund

Practice

  • Tools
    • Practice Resources
    • Insurance & Coding
    • Career Center
    • Patient Resources
    • Clinical Guidelines

About AGD

  • Leadership
    • About Us
    • Leadership & Governance
    • Constituent Services
    • Join Our Team
    • AGD Connect
  • Publications & News
    • AGD Impact
    • General Dentistry
    • AGD Podcast
    • The Daily Grind
    • Capitol Connections
    • Advertise or Subscribe
    • This Week at AGD
    • Newsroom
© 2025 Academy of General Dentistry | Privacy | Terms of Use