AGD Impact July Issue Examines Effective Compensation Plans to Attract and Retain Dental Teams

  • by AGD Staff
  • Jul 9, 2025

The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) announces the release of the July issue of AGD Impact. This month’s cover story, Implementing an Effective Compensation Plan to Attract and Retain Employees, takes an in-depth look at how competitive, well-structured compensation strategies can help dental practices overcome staffing challenges. The article examines key considerations, including aligning pay structures with practice goals, factoring in benefits and incentives, and cultivating an office culture that promotes long-term employee satisfaction and growth.

The July issue also features a variety of articles and columns designed to support AGD members in their clinical and practice management efforts:

  • Feature Story: A feature story explores the ins and outs of the invisible dental services organization (DSO), a type of DSO that offers nonclinical services to dental practices while allowing them to retain their name and branding.
  • Member Spotlight: This edition features Dr. Alexandra Otto, who shares why membership in AGD and staying current with her skills as a general dentist are vital to her as a pediatric dentist.

  • Testing the Tools: The latest installment reviews innovative products designed to enhance practice efficiency and patient outcomes, including products from BufferPro, Eagle Dental, and Ivoclar.

  • Practice Management: Dr. Amrita Feiock, DDS, FPFA, FICD, FACD, shares insights on “How to Find the Right Associate,” offering practical guidance for evaluating fit and building a thriving team.

  • Professional Milestones: The issue recognizes several FAGD, MAGD, and LLSR recipients who will be honored during the convocation ceremony at AGD2025, celebrating their dedication to excellence in general dentistry.

  • Clinical Self-Instruction: Members can earn continuing education credits by completing this month’s self-instruction exam, underscoring AGD’s commitment to lifelong learning.

The July issue of AGD Impact delivers the practice strategies and member stories that support AGD dentists in advancing both their practices and the dental profession.