Continuing Education
You value your education — that’s why we continue to keep our offerings relevant to your practice and tailored specifically to fit the general dentist’s needs.Membership at Alaska AGD means full access to high-quality continuing education (CE) courses you can take in your pursuit of Fellowship (FAGD), Mastership (MAGD), Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition (LLSR) awards, or simply to stay on top of your profession.
As a member, you have full access to our live and on-demand webinars as well as our free CE program, which includes up to six complimentary webinars for every AGD member.
Upcoming National AGD Events
Beyond the Chair: Practical Strategies for Dentists to Prevent and Overcome Burnout
Date(s)
May. 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Multiple Speakers
Subject: 770 Self-Improvement
Credits: 1
Method: Lecture
Tuesday, May 12: 7–8 p.m. CDT
Audience: Students, Residents, New Dentists, Dentists, Dental Assistants
Fee: Free
Description
Burnout is an increasingly common challenge in dentistry, affecting clinical performance, team dynamics and overall well-being. In this engaging panel discussion, practicing dentists will share candid insights on recognizing early signs of burnout, navigating high-pressure environments and building sustainable careers without sacrificing personal fulfillment. Attendees will gain practical, real-world strategies to improve work-life balance, strengthen resilience and foster a healthier practice culture. Whether you are early in your career or a seasoned practitioner, this session will provide actionable tools to help you thrive both professionally and personally.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the common signs, symptoms and contributing factors of burnout specific to dental professionals.
- Explore practical strategies for managing stress and improving work-life integration in a clinical setting.
- Evaluate approaches to building a supportive team culture that reduces burnout risk within a dental practice.
- Apply techniques for maintaining long-term career satisfaction and personal well-being in dentistry.
Speaker Bios
Moderator
Brett E. Gilbert, DDS, FICD, graduated from the University of Maryland Dental School (DDS 2001, endodontics 2003). He is a professor in the Department of Endodontics at the University of Illinois Chicago and a diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. He is founder of the Access Endo Impact Academy, a global direct-mentorship continuing education platform. Gilbert lectures nationally and internationally on clinical endodontics and personal wellness and is the host of the “On the Cusp” podcast. Gilbert is a global key opinion leader in the areas of endodontics and new technology.
Panelists
To be announced soon…
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