This Week at AGD

An AGD member recently requested guidance after a concerning incident with a patient during a scheduled appointment. Given the prevalence of substance use and abuse, this is a scenario that will likely happen to most dentists, and it presents legal, ethical and practical challenges. AGD Impact Legal Matters columnist Jake Kathleen Marcus, Esq., tackled the many layers of this and similar scenarios.

Nominations are currently open for AGD Impact’s popular “10 Dentists to Watch.” Nominations for this honor are open to all AGD members! Do you know a talented young dentist who’s doing extraordinary things and deserves some recognition? Let us know!

Beverages with dyes and low pH values have a detrimental impact on more than just dental tissue; they can also expedite the degradation of resin-based restorative materials. A new study in General Dentistry examines how different beverage solutions affect the hardness and surface roughness of provisional fixed denture materials.

Listen to the latest from industry experts on the AGD Podcast Series. Recent episodes feature Dr. Mitch Gardiner on dental malpractice and Dr. Jason Mann and Phil Cassis on practice management.

Expand your skills this October with AGD’s live webinars. Covering topics from implant complications to orofacial pain disorders, each session delivers practical insights you can apply immediately.

Looking for your next opportunity or planning your next career move? Don’t forget to take advantage of the AGD Career Center. Members can search exclusive job postings, post résumés, and access tools to strengthen their skills in interviewing, networking and career-planning.