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As a practice owner, you face incredible demands for your time and energy. Delivering exceptional care and managing a thriving practice take skill and expertise, and AGD is here to assist you through the process. From cutting-edge education to tools for managing your business to finding efficient ways to engage in AGD's advocacy efforts, we has the resources you need to plan for retirement and beyond.


Managing Your Practice

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Whatever your career stage or goals, AGD has programs and services that address your needs. From practice management tools and information to cutting-edge continuing education, your AGD membership includes these tools as well as networking opportunities that allow you to learn from the best in your field as you advance.


Insurance and Coding

Managing Insurance

Dentists face myriad challenges when working with insurance companies and complying with coding requirements. We offer a number of coding resources to support our members as they navigate this crucial part of their business. Take advantage of benefits such as member-only discounts on coding and insurance guides, form templates, and more.

For additional information about these programs, contact the Dental Practice & Policy department at practice@agd.org.

AGD services shall not constitute legal advice and shall not replace consultation with your attorney.


Managing Purchasing Needs

PurchasingYou can save more on your dental supplies throughout the year than you pay in AGD membership annual dues with DPH and its 30% discount for AGD members. With DHP's amazing customer service and multiple distribution centers, you can expect to receive your orders in days, not weeks. Call 800.626.2163, and ask for ext. 4568 to create a new account or update your existing account. Be sure to mention your AGD member number.


 Advocacy

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The AGD makes sure that general dentists can speak up when it matters most. That means making participation easy so that our members can unit their voices on legislative and regulatory activities affecting their practices. Learn more about AGD's Advocacy efforts.

 


AGD’s educational, networking and leadership opportunities support General Dentists to deliver exceptional care and build stronger practices. AGD has developed a new membership plan that gives General Dentists the ability to select the option that works best for their needs. 

Premium Plus membership includes expanded benefits and is recommended for the general dentist who wants to maximize the value of AGD’s offerings. 

Premium membership is ideal for those seeking to maintain their current membership experience by selecting from the menu of benefits that they wish to utilize.

JOIN, RENEW, or UPGRADE Today at AGD.org/membership


Educational Opportunities

Practice Resources

Access essential practice management resources including forms and clinical guidelines to streamline your dental practice operations.
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Practice Transitions

Find a practice, new job or office equipment to purchase or post your practice, a job opening or materials for sale at a discounted rate. 

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EVENTS

Understanding Platelet Rich Fibrin in Implants and Esthetics

Date(s)
Sep. 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Richard J. Miron, DDS, MSc, PhD, Dr. med. dent.
Subject: 780 Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry
Credits: 1
Method: Lecture
Tuesday, September 22: 7:00–8:00 p.m. CDT
Audience: Dentists
Fee: FREE

Description

Join internationally recognized researcher and educator Dr. Richard J. Miron for an introduction to platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), regenerative dentistry and facial esthetics. Discover the science behind PRF; how it differs from platelet-rich plasma (PRP); and how regenerative approaches can enhance healing, expand treatment options and elevate patient care. Miron will also share practical ways to begin implementing these exciting technologies into everyday dental practice.


Learning Objectives 

  • Understand the science and biology behind PRF.
  • Differentiate PRF from PRP and earlier platelet concentrates.
  • Identify key dental and facial esthetic applications.
  • Explore how regenerative approaches can enhance healing and patient care.
  • Learn practical ways to implement PRF in practice.
  • Recognize emerging trends shaping regenerative dentistry.

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Speaker Bio  

Richard J. Miron, DDS, MSc, PhD, Dr. med. dent., is an internationally recognized researcher, educator, author and clinician in regenerative dentistry, PRF, biomaterials and facial esthetics. He has published 450+ peer-reviewed articles, authored 10 textbooks, received numerous international research honors and been named a Dentistry Today Top 100 CE Educator for the past decade.

Additional Information

This course is sponsored by PRFEDU.

 

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