To many, the thought of military dentistry evokes images of dentists treating urgent oral healthcare problems on the battlefield. This is only a small part of the job description — an entire world of dentistry exists within the federal services. Four dentists in various branches of the armed services share their stories and daily responsibilities.

This winter break, AGD wants you to take advantage of the special savings that come with being a member through our Exclusive Benefits program. Take advantage of discounts on gifts and electronics as well as deals on renters insurance and more.

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

Chi C. Leung, DDS, takes being a community dentist seriously. As president of the Southern California AGD component during the COVID-19 pandemic, she stepped up to ensure dentists in her area had access to the personal protective equipment they needed to safely continue serving their patients.

Sign up for AGD’s two free live webinars in December. The Dec. 6 “Stay in Control with a Fully Digital Workflow for Implant Restorations” and Dec. 13 “Why 3D Printing and Why Now?” live webinars are both free to all attendees.

When Hans P. Guter, DDS, FAGD, ran for AGD vice president, the organization was recovering from COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns, searching for an executive director and considering new dues models. Guter was prepared to lead and help guide AGD.

Spread the spirit of AGD this holiday season. For each recruit who joins in 2022, you’ll earn $50 in Referral Rewards, which can be applied to your membership renewal.

In 1973, AGD created a newsletter to inform members about the socioeconomic and political advances in dentistry, a newsletter that would eventually become AGD Impact. Fifty years later, much has changed about the publication, but its core mission to focus on the needs of AGD members and general dentists remains. Join us in celebrating AGD Impact’s golden anniversary by looking back at the publication’s history.

The link between dental erosion (DE) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is well documented, but evidence focuses on patients with established GERD. For some, DE is the only indication of untreated/undertreated GERD. New research in General Dentistry evaluates the association between these two conditions.

AGD’s Career Center is a helpful resource to recruit new members for your team. Post employment opportunities and search for the best candidates for your practice. The Career Center also offers other services, such as setting search alerts, managing applications, receiving reports and more.

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

Optimal exposure to fluoride and calcium from publicly available drinking water is important for caries prevention. A new study in General Dentistry aims to quantify the fluoride and calcium concentrations of samples from water fountains on a university campus and to determine whether external filters affect those concentrations.

More than ever, dentists are plagued with financial concerns, such as inflation, staff shortages and a disappointing post-pandemic rebound. Drs. Eric S. Studley and Ivy D. Peltz outline how a business plan can help you successfully direct your career and assuage financial anxiety in this month’s AGD Impact.

Give back while making your regular Cyber Monday purchases — simply order your regular Amazon purchases through AmazonSmile, and select the AGD Foundation as your charity of choice.

As the world moves increasingly online, more dental practices are offering comprehensive websites that include patient portals, online appointment requests, chat windows to contact staff and more. Part of ensuring your practice website supports current and potential patients’ needs for care and information includes making sure the resources are accessible to all patients, including people with disabilities.

A beleaguered supply chain and high levels of consumer demand are driving up costs. While dentists are paying more to keep their practice doors open, inflation also puts stress on their patients. Will inflation mean consumers are more likely to put off dental care?

AGD will be returning to this year’s Greater New York Dental Meeting, November 27—30. Want an AGD backpack? Stop by booth #3111 and either join AGD or sign up for automatic renewa,l and you’ll receive a FREE AGD backpack.

AGD’s House of Delegates installed new officers during its annual meeting, Nov. 11–13. Hans P. Guter, DDS, FAGD, a general dentist from Columbus, Ohio, was named president.

Two outstanding general dentists were recognized during AGD’s annual meeting Nov. 11–13. Thomas A. Howley Jr., DDS, MAGD, and Fabiola Milord, DDS, FAGD, were honored for their exceptional contributions to the profession and for delivering exceptional oral care.

Take advantage of 150+ webinars in AGD’s online on-demand library. Subjects span the broad spectrum of general dentistry and include, but are not limited to: 250 Operative (Restorative) Dentistry, 430 Pediatric Dentistry, 550 Practice Management and Human Relations, and 780 Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry.