This past week, AGD hosted its annual scientific session, AGD2024, at the Minneapolis Convention Center. The meeting brought together general dentists, dental team members and more to experience exceptional hands-on courses, inspiring lectures, and the opportunity to connect with others committed to excellence in dentistry.

New future-ready governance models need your input. AGD members have been working on a change to our current governance model, which was crafted nearly 50 years ago. Take some time to review the proposed new governance models, and tell us what you think.

This past Saturday, AGD hosted the prestigious Convocation Ceremony for the year’s Fellowship, Mastership, and Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition recipients.

AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists.

Dentists from around the world have come to practice in the United States. That journey, different for each person, is a long and complicated one. While the logistics alone are daunting, these dentists must also contend with leaving their home countries and establishing new lives.

AGD2024 starts Wednesday! If you haven’t done so already, download the AGD app from the App Store and Google Play Store to plan your schedule, stay informed and receive important meeting notifications. Enable push notifications to find out about special offers and events in real time!

Don’t let summer spending burn a hole in your wallet! Take advantage of your AGD Exclusive Benefits to save money. Whether you’re tackling personal finances and insurance or looking for exciting online shopping deals, entertainment and travel discounts, AGD has you covered.

Today is your last chance to attend the premier meeting for general dentistry at the best rate possible. Gain best practices from our titan speakers and choose from over 30 participation courses to acquire the skills necessary for success.

A new study in General Dentistry aimed to investigate the emotional and physiologic effects of therapy dogs on self-reported dental anxiety, finding that introduction of the dogs was feasible and elicited positive patient responses.

AGD members have been working on a change to our current governance model, which was crafted nearly 50 years ago, and now we need your input. Take some time to review the proposed new governance models, and tell us what you think.

Network with more than 2,500 fellow dentists, gain best practices from industry thought leaders, and earn up to 54 CE credits at AGD2024. Register before next Monday, July 15, to attend the premier meeting for general dentistry at the best rate possible.

The use of implant surgical guides in dentistry is a crucial topic that impacts the precision and efficiency of implant procedures. When made and used correctly, these guides can offer remarkable accuracy in determining optimal positions and angles for implant placement.

With over 130 of the leading dental vendors, the AGD2024 Exhibit Hall is the place to be to stay on the cutting edge of dentistry. Purchase $2,500+ worth of goods and services, and you’ll receive two FREE lecture courses at AGD2025!

Friday, July 12, is your last chance to register for the Fellowship Review Course and Exam at AGD2024. The review course is designed to provide a refresher in 17 dental disciplines, and attendees may take the Fellowship Exam the following day.

AGD is proud to celebrate this year’s Senior Student Dental Award (SSDA) winners. These senior students have been recognized by their faculties for exhibiting the potential to become outstanding general dentists.

While specialists like dentist anesthesiologists and oral surgeons may provide deeper levels of sedation, general dentists who have gained the appropriate training and permitting may also provide these services. Please complete a survey for AGD’s advocacy councils about how AGD members perform different levels of sedation services.

AGD’s year-round membership app offers you a way to stay connected with other members, access information and membership benefits, and receive important notifications. Use your AGD username (not email address) to log in.

Stay informed by tapping into new perspectives in the profession. Recently, the AGD Podcast Series featured Susan Cotten on ensuring oral cancer screenings are done correctly; Dr. Laila Hishaw on her program to bring more diversity to dental schools; and Dr. Sam Low on periodontics, laser dentistry and implant placements.

Light up your network this July by inviting fellow dentists to join AGD before Oct. 1, and they’ll get their AGD dues at half price. Plus, you’ll earn $50 in Referral Rewards for yourself for each referral who joins.

Read the latest issue for new research across subject areas. Highlights include a case report on vital pulp therapy retreatment in a pediatric patient, CBCT image studies on dental artifacts and missed canals, a column on the ethics of medical tourism, and more.