New Dentist Week is a weeklong virtual event Aug. 17–21 tailored to the specific educational needs of students and new dentists, with programs each night featuring exceptional speakers. Attendees will also have unique networking opportunities, and the first 150 registrants will be invited to participate in a mentorship program.

In a recent letter to National Association of Dental Plans (NADP) President Ron Bolden, AGD President Connie L. White, DDS, FAGD, urged NADP member plans to apply “forward-thinking measures” in their business practices to address the dramatic changes in the delivery of dental services in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The VET CARE Act of 2019 (H.R. 2628) addresses dental care programs for veterans and is currently pending a full House vote. AGD members are urged to send a message to their legislators and the Speaker of the House that this bill needs to be voted on this session.

AGD2021 will be held June 9–12 in Austin, Texas! At AGD’s scientific session, everything from the educational programming to the exhibit floor is designed to help general dentists achieve their full potential. Whether you’re a frequent attendee or a newcomer, we encourage you to register for AGD2021 today.

If you’re an associate dentist adjusting to the new normal, AGD is here to support you. Our Exclusive Benefits program offers AGD members discounts on a variety of services addressing personal finance, auto and homeowners insurance, student loan refinancing and more.

Shopping for new graduates or newlyweds this summer? By shopping on Amazon, you can help the AGD Foundation increase awareness of oral cancer and promote the importance of early detection.

More than 430 AGD members are being honored this week as new AGD Fellows, Masters and recipients of the Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition.

While telehealth is more established in medicine, it is relatively nascent in dentistry. As some dentists are embracing teledentistry during the COVID-19 pandemic to increase access to care, they are figuring out how to effectively integrate teledentistry services into their practices.

Drs. Pamela Marzban, Larry Stanleigh and Eric G. Jackson have been busy sharing their insights on AGD’s Daily Grind blog during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their personal insights address challenges general dentists are facing right now and provide unique considerations and perspectives.

The AGD Foundation 2020 Electronic Silent Auction Fundraiser includes curing lights, PPE and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase items for your home and office, all while supporting oral cancer awareness. Proceeds will benefit the AGD Foundation Grant Program.

With AGD2020 Virtual starting today, stay up to date with everything happening at the meeting by downloading the AGD2020 Virtual App. Within the app, you can view your course schedule, take notes and download handouts. Participants should use the official app to make the most of your experience.

Rachel J. Malterud, DMD, MPH, was recently recognized with a special award for her outstanding contributions to the AGD Foundation. Malterud, who graduated from the A.T. Still University Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health in 2020, worked with the AGD Foundation as a practicum dental student intern in 2019.

The AGD Foundation 2020 Electronic Silent Auction Fundraiser will include items for the dental office. Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase curing lights, PPE and more, all while supporting the AGD Foundation Grant Program’s efforts to increase awareness of oral cancer.

Will there be too many dentists in the future? Few questions elicit as much debate in the dental community. Forecasting whether a dental shortage or surplus is in store is complex, made no easier by different trends pointing in different directions.

The July/August issue of AGD’s peer-reviewed journal is now live. Highlights among this range of novel case reports, in vitro studies and literature reviews include a report on bone fenestration repair and a comprehensive look at the clinical scope and limitations of clear aligner therapy.

Let colleagues know now is the perfect time to become an AGD member. That’s because, from now until Sept. 30, new members will only pay half of 2020 membership dues during AGD’s Half-Year Dues promotion. Plus, if you refer them, you’ll both also earn $50 in Referral Rewards once they join.

Dental practices across the nation are facing challenging times, and the last thing you need is to pay for new equipment. The Environmental Protection Agency’s new amalgam rule goes into effect July 14 regardless of the economic climate. To help take one worry off your mind, DRNA is offering qualified AGD members a free amalgam separator, valued at $850, with any three- or five-year contract. And, to help you keep cash on hand, you will receive no invoices until 2021.

Shopping for a newly graduated dentist or a wedding gift this summer? By shopping on Amazon, you can help the AGD Foundation increase awareness about oral cancer and the importance of early detection for each eligible purchase you make through AmazonSmile.

The July issue of AGD Impact focuses on the future demand for dentists. Dental researchers chime in on the outlook for the profession, including the myriad evolving variables that may influence the future need for dentists. The July issue also covers teledentistry, marketing and ethics.

AGD2020 Virtual, July 13-16, 2020, is comprised of five lectures and four learning labs. Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in online courses and discussion led by world-class dental educators and earn up to 14 hours of CE over four days.