This Week at AGD

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Understanding why patients reject treatment is an important concept in increasing the average production per patient and the average complexity of cases treated. This article looks at five reasons why patients reject treatment and offers suggestions to improve your level of case acceptance and practice production.

The latest publication of General Dentistry is now available! Highlights include the effect of decontamination procedures in saliva-contaminated restorations, a conservative approach to masking a darkened tooth, Self-Instruction opportunities, and much more.

Guy E. Acheson, DDS, MAGD, might be one of the most driven general dentists. Prior to retiring, he built an ambitiously comprehensive full-service dental practice. But, most surprising might be the arena in which several of his other impressive achievements were earned: aerobatic glider pilot flying.

This month’s AGD Impact cover story focuses on nutrition and how it can provide a clear pathway toward integrating dentistry as a crucial component of whole-body healthcare. The issue also explores intraoral scanners and the many benefits for dental practices.

Need help studying for the Fellowship Exam? Make your life easier by downloading the Study Guide Supplement 2008-2015. This master study guide contains 400+ questions, answers, critiques and references. This supplement is a compilation of all study guides from 2008 to 2015, broken down into sections by discipline.

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

There are currently three new webinars to choose from this month. “Creating the Ultimate Digital Presence for your Dental Practice” will take place tomorrow, May 3, and is free to all registrants.

As an associate dentist, you may be looking for ways to stretch your finances. We want to remind you of the AGD Exclusive Benefits that come with your membership. Get assistance with student loan debt, insurance coverage and even entertainment deals.

AGD is offering a two-day Fellowship Review Course at AGD2022, July 27–28, designed to provide a refresher in 17 dental disciplines. Attendees may take the Fellowship Exam the following day. Registrants will also receive an electronic copy of the Fellowship Exam Study Guide and a link to downloadable course handouts. Premium Plus members receive a 20% discount.

Early bird pricing for AGD2022 in Orlando ends Saturday, April 30. This is the last opportunity for Premium Plus members to secure FREE registration and Premium members to receive discounted registration pricing.

Former Risk Management columnist Richard C. Engar, DDS, FAGD, has been enjoying retirement for more than a year. Learn what words of wisdom he left with AGD members who desire to have financial security in their retirements.

AGD's Online Learning Center contains 100+ on-demand webinars, with topics that cover the full spectrum of general dentistry. Take advantage of the AGD member rate and earn CE at your convenience.

The deadline for dental students, residents and recent graduates to submit their clinical or basic research for the AGD2022 Scientific e-Poster Session is May 31 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. The winners from each category will receive a certificate and $600.

AGD Podcast host Wes Blakeslee, DMD, FAGD, talks with oral cancer survivor and former patient Gloria Cancellieri, who was diagnosed with oral cancer in 2020 during a regular screening. She describes the benefits of working closely with her dental care team to help her access the best care options.

Unlike many professions where the burgeoning use of artificial intelligence (AI) is projected to leave a wholesale loss of jobs in its wake, the outlook for dentistry and AI is sunny. AI’s wonders are poised to remake the way dentistry is done.

Congratulations to 2022 dental school graduates! Exclusive Benefits provider Dentist’s Advantage offers new grads malpractice insurance their first year out of dental school at no cost. It’s included as one of AGD’s membership benefits.

Attention students, residents and 2022 graduates! The New Dentist Lounge at AGD2022 will feature a mentorship event and reception, free courses, refreshments, and the chance to build lifelong networking connections.

Next week is your last chance to secure early bird pricing for AGD2022. Whether it’s the world-class education or fun destination, AGD2022 is set to deliver an experience that lives up to its billing as the premier meeting for general dentists.

Artificial intelligence (AI) applies to any computer technology that employs algorithms to learn like humans do, i.e., make decisions based on data patterns. It sounds complicated, and, at its core, it is, but dentists today can easily take advantage of AI to enhance marketing efforts.