A field called “informatics” combines technology, data and information science to leverage that data and identify opportunities to improve patient care and practice efficiencies.

This Friday, we will celebrate National Dentist’s Day, and I hope you take a moment to reflect on the important role you play in your office and your community.

AGD leaders recently met with executives and representatives from other allied dental organizations while many attended the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting Feb. 20–22.

AGD is seeking new candidates to serve on the advisory board for General Dentistry.

At the request of the American Dental Association (ADA) Council on Dental Practice, the AGD advocacy councils respond to ADA silver diamine fluoride draft policy.

The March issue of AGD Impact and the March/April issue of General Dentistry are now available to read online!

If you’re a new dentist or resident, you can receive 12 months of complimentary malpractice coverage from Exclusive Benefits provider Dentist’s Advantage as part of your AGD membership.

AGD President Connie L. White, DDS, FAGD, met with members of Congress and federal agency officials in Washington, D.C., Feb. 12 to advocate for core AGD advocacy issues.

Do you know a dental school faculty member who deserves recognition for their commitment to AGD student chapters?

Next week (March 1–7) is Dental Assistants Recognition Week.

Course registration for AGD2020 opens today! Courses can fill up fast so don’t wait to register for the courses you need to continue providing the best possible patient care.

Before I get into the details, I’ll answer one question upfront — if you’re considering buying a CBCT machine, don’t hesitate. It was a practice-changing decision for me.

It’s never too early to start pursuing your AGD Fellowship or Mastership award.

The AGD Foundation is seeking nominations for candidates to serve on the 2020–2022 board of directors.

AGD2020 course registration opens in one week! Courses can fill up quickly, so don’t wait to register.

Did you know that AGD tracks oral health-related legislation being introduced in state legislatures across the United States?

To help you and your office manager keep your budget in check, AGD has a collection of deals on products and services though the Exclusive Benefits program.

At present, the health of our patients and practices may be impacted by an emerging illness — the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). The wisest course for safeguarding our practices is to make every effort to control or moderate those factors that are within our power, including the spread of infection.

The AGD Foundation is partnering with the Cook County Health system in Chicago to produce the third annual Cook County Health Symposium on Oral Oncology, April 18–19, during Oral Cancer Awareness Month.

Do you know a fellow classmate who would be a perfect match for AGD? Introduce them to all the benefits and opportunities that come with AGD membership, and earn up to $850 in American Express gift cards in the process.