AGD has named Colleen Lawler, CAE, IOM, as its new executive director. An experienced executive and visionary leader with strong experience in healthcare associations and membership organizations spanning over 25 years, Lawler brings a broad range of skills to her new role.

Dental health professionals have a responsibility to educate patients and the public about oral cancer. Join in the fight by volunteering to help with free oral cancer screenings of AGD2021 attendees and employees of the Fairmont Austin Hotel on Friday, June 11, at AGD2021 in Austin, Texas.

Whether or not spring comes six weeks early, you can brighten your fellow classmates winter by referring them to AGD. Introduce them to the support AGD can offer, and earn up to $850 in American Express gift cards in the process.

AGD President Bruce L. Cassis, DDS, MAGD, shares a few words of appreciation for all members in recognition of National Dentist’s Day, Saturday, March 6.

This month, AGD Impact examines how dental office design and redesign are changing due to COVID-19.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently contacted the AGD. FEMA wants to administer 100 million COVID-19 vaccinations in 100 days, and they are exploring all avenues to accomplish this goal. Learn more about volunteering for this FEMA initiative.

The March/April issue of AGD's peer-reviewed journal is now live. Highlights include the latest in our literature review series, “What Every Dentist Needs to Know About HPV,” a fascinating case report on Munchausen syndrome and a column that explores the ways muscles may cause severe myofascial pain.

This month’s AGD Podcast Series features Timothy Donley, DDS, MSD, a specialist in private practice in periodontics and implantology from Bowling Green, Kentucky. He joined AGD Podcast host Wes S. Blakeslee, DMD, FAGD, to discuss the oral-overall health connection and emerging evidence about this link.

Since COVID-19 became a household term, stress began to build for almost everyone in the world, and there doesn’t seem to be a release valve. Here are eight tips for navigating a constant stream of bad news while also rebuilding your practice and continuing to help others.

On Jan. 13, 2021, H.R. 1418: Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act was signed into law, restoring competition within the health insurance market and protecting consumers from unfair practices.

Make your life easier while studying for the AGD Fellowship Exam by purchasing the Study Guide Supplement 2008-2015. This supplement, organized by discipline, is a compilation of all study guides from 2008 to 2015, making it the perfect resource for refreshing your knowledge before taking the exam.

AGD provides new dentists and residents with complimentary malpractice coverage from our Exclusive Benefits provider, Dentist’s Advantage. As part of AGD membership, qualifying members can get up to 12 months of professional liability insurance at no cost. You need insurance to practice, and having this coverage will protect the career you worked hard to establish.

AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists. The National Academies of Sciences Engineering and Medicine recently released their review of the National Toxicology Program’s Second Draft Monograph on Fluoride Exposure Hazards.

Dental practices have now entered a business turnaround period. Most business scholars advise the best way to conduct a business turnaround is to focus on a small number of essential areas. Learn about three essential areas of dental practice and the corresponding actions that can be taken to ensure a faster, better and deeper recovery.

Because recommendations for prophylactic antibiotic therapy have implications for both the health of individual patients and antibiotic stewardship, a literature review was performed to examine the evidence on indications and regimens for antibiotic prophylaxis in patients undergoing surgical removal of impacted third molars.

Air filtration and air flow are important factors in maintaining a safe environment in dental practices, but the best approach for dental offices remains uncertain. As more research is conducted and new protocols emerge, what should a dental practice know when considering the purchase of an air scrubber?

In a new General Dentistry study, dental professionals participated in a two-day training course focused on pediatric dentistry. The study found that training initiatives like this one may be an effective tool for modifying patterns of treatment, increasing access to care for children and maximizing the capacity of the safety net system.

Every dollar counts when you’re running your own practice. Whether it’s finding lower rates on credit card processing and office supplies, discounts on administrative services and staff training, or helping to grow your customer base by providing patient financing options, AGD has you covered.

AGD is committed to helping its members become better practitioners by offering high-quality CE. Show your lifelong commitment to exceptional oral care by pursuing your AGD Fellowship and Mastership awards or LLSR.

As dental health professionals, we can't let the detection and diagnosis of oral cancer be delayed. Help raise awareness by supporting the mission of the AGD Foundation. As you renew your AGD membership, please include a tax-deductible donation to the AGD Foundation, or make a tax-deductible donation online today.