Visit the AGD Booth at Chicago Midwinter this Week Feb 21, 2023 AGD will be returning to the Chicago Midwinter Dental Meeting, Feb. 23–25. Stop by booth #2001 and ask how you can receive a FREE AGD backpack and a chance to win one of two $100 gift cards.
Cybersecurity: Current Best Practices Feb 21, 2023 Cyber criminals are relentlessly targeting the healthcare industry. The number of data breaches impacting 500 or more records more than tripled from 2012 to 2022, with more than 40 million patient records compromised in 2021 alone. Because of the growing number and complexity of these threats, dentists need to stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity best practices.
Earn Hands-On Credit from Home Feb 13, 2023 Register for the March 9 live virtual hands-on workshop, "Class IV Composites: Layering Techniques for Predictability," to learn a step-by-step application of direct resin for fractures. Registration closes Feb. 23, and attendance is limited to the first 100 registrants.
AGD2023 e-Poster Submissions Now Being Accepted Feb 13, 2023 Dental students, residents and recent graduates are invited to submit their clinical or basic research for the AGD2023 Scientific e-Poster Session. The deadline to submit is Friday, March 24, at 11:59 p.m. CDT.
Dental Workforce Check-In: 10 Steps to Excellence in Dental Practice Staffing Feb 13, 2023 Dentistry is experiencing a staffing crisis at a level never before seen. We have lost many dental hygienists and other staff members from the workforce, and this dynamic is now beginning to have a significant impact on practice productivity, efficiency and, for some practices, office hour availability.
Access CE with AGD’s Online Learning Center Feb 13, 2023 View AGD’s entire library of online CE at the Online Learning Center. New on-demand webinar content is added monthly. Members will find a plethora of options for improving their skills, fulfilling state accreditation requirements, and ultimately working toward the AGD Fellowship and Mastership awards.
Deals for Your Dental Practice Feb 13, 2023 Check out your AGD Exclusive Benefits discounts that come with being a member. Whether it’s finding lower rates on credit card processing or office supplies, getting discounts on administrative services, or providing patients with financing options, AGD has you covered.
AGD2023 Fellowship Review Course and Exam Feb 13, 2023 AGD is offering a two-day Fellowship Review Course at AGD2023, July 19–20, designed to provide a refresher in 17 dental disciplines. Attendees may take the Fellowship Exam the following day. Registrants will also receive an electronic Fellowship Exam Study Guide and downloadable course handouts.
Be an AGD Membership Matchmaker Feb 6, 2023 Do you know a colleague who isn’t a member but would be the perfect match for AGD? Now’s your chance to introduce them to the benefits of membership and earn yourself $50 in Referral Rewards for each new member you recruit.
Exploring the Latest in Oral Pathology Feb 6, 2023 Check out the latest podcast with Wes Blakeslee, DMD, FAGD, as he explores oral pathology with Ashley Clark, DDS. Clark discusses the importance of early diagnosis, leukoplakia and squamous cell carcinoma, and why the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is so important.
Creating a Prototype for Increased VDO Feb 6, 2023 In partially edentulous patients, prototypes for increasing the vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO) have been fabricated using an overlay removable partial denture (RPD) with acrylic resin covering the existing dentition.
Unable to Make It to Caesars Palace for AGD2023? Feb 6, 2023 The AGD2023 Virtual Lecture Package will allow you to earn up to 24 credit hours across eight lectures that will be livestreamed directly from AGD2023, July 19–22.
Dr. Milord Inspires Peers as 2022 Humanitarian Award Winner Feb 6, 2023 Meet the 2022 AGD Humanitarian Award winner, Fabiola Milord, DDS, FAGD, who has taken her service to the next level by serving as a catalyst and inspiration for her peers to participate in voluntary service.
The February Issue of AGD Impact Is Live Feb 6, 2023 This month, AGD Impact focuses on cybersecurity and protections general dentists should take in their practices to reduce their vulnerability. Additional stories include a dental workforce check-in and perspectives from our wellness and student columnists. This issue includes one Self-Instruction exercise worth one CE credit.
Testing the Tools: Reviews to Help Your Practice Jan 30, 2023 This month, AGD Impact Testing the Tools reviewer Ross Isbell, DMD, MBA, a general dentist in Gadsden, Alabama, tested a flowable composite material, a mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) material and hybrid composite blocks.
Clear Aligners Combined with Orthognathic Surgery Jan 30, 2023 A new study in General Dentistry describes a series of orthognathic surgery cases in which a clear aligner system was used for orthodontic treatment. Good results were achieved, and no damage was noted during the orthosurgical treatment.
Take Advantage of 160+ On-Demand Webinars Jan 30, 2023 AGD’s Online Learning Center contains 160+ on-demand webinars, with subjects including but not limited to 250 Operative (Restorative) Dentistry, 610 Prosthodontics, 690 Implants and 780 Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry. Take advantage of the AGD member rate, and earn CE at your convenience.
How Do Dentists Define Success? Jan 30, 2023 AGD Impact columnist Jackie Ulasewich Cullen breaks down strategies for the common goals most dental practices must have for success, including a solid website and at least a minor online presence, plus a marketing budget and a timeline.
Register for Courses at AGD2023 Jan 30, 2023 AGD2023 course registration is now open! To view all educational opportunities, register today, and begin planning your schedule before courses fill up. If you’re unable to attend in person, the AGD2023 Virtual Lecture Package will offer a livestream option for select courses in Las Vegas.
Nominate Colleagues for 2023 Awards Jan 23, 2023 AGD is seeking nominations for the 2023 Albert L. Borish, Distinguished Service and Humanitarian awards, which recognize exceptional achievements and contributions to the dental profession. Do you know an outstanding colleague whom you would like to see honored and recognized for their efforts?