This Week at AGD

Pursuing a career in dentistry is a noble and rewarding endeavor, but it often comes with an eye-popping price tag, and new dentists are left wondering how they should repay a mountain of debt. This month, AGD Impact presents “The Do’s and Don’ts of Dental School Loan Repayment” along with three testimonials from AGD members who share their strategies for paying off debt.

Ensure your eligibility for Fellowship, Mastership or LLSR at AGD2026 in Las Vegas by completing all requirements by Dec. 31, 2025. Celebrate your dedication and contributions to dentistry. Submit your application now to secure the recognition you deserve.

Join us at the Greater New York Dental Meeting, Nov. 30–Dec. 3 at booth No. 2305, to meet the AGD team, ask questions and explore how we support your professional growth. Members can pick up exclusive swag, and new members who join on-site will receive a Crest iO6 bundle. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect!

Elevate your case acceptance skills at AGD’s All-Star Case Acceptance Mastery Series in Chicago, March 6, 2026. Learn communication strategies that build trust and reduce cancellations. Earn 7 CE credits, and gain practical tools to streamline treatment plans and improve outcomes in every patient interaction.

As both a practicing dentist and a Republican state representative in Iowa, Rep. Steven P. Bradley, DDS, has spent his career balancing two forms of service: caring for patients in his practice and advocating for them through organized dentistry.

Cracked teeth with radicular extension have traditionally been considered nonrestorable, but recent evidence supports conservative treatment with favorable outcomes. A new article in General Dentistry, published in collaboration with the American Association of Endodontists, provides enlightening information on restorative procedures for deeply cracked teeth.