Although the philosophy of CAMBRA is widely accepted, practical implementation remains challenging. A new General Dentistry article offers clinical strategies in a functional format, integrating evidence-based models such as the ADA Caries Classification System.

Step into the spotlight at the AGD2026 Scientific e-Poster Session! Submit your abstract in one of three categories: scientific research, clinical innovation case studies or systematic literature reviews. The top two winners in each category will receive $700 and $550 along with a certificate of achievement.

The clock is ticking! Fellowship, Mastership, and Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition applications must be received or postmarked by Dec. 31. These prestigious honors highlight your dedication to advanced education and clinical excellence. Act now, and secure your place among the profession’s leaders.

AGD Impact columnist Wesley Lyon II, CPA, CFP, explores changes to the business side of dentistry and the myths around whether young dentists are buying practices today. He highlights a range of factors impacting these decisions and the market factors in play.

Submit your abstract for the Take the Floor education series, a series of dynamic 45-minute sessions on clinical innovation, mental health and wellness. Share your expertise, inspire peers, and make an impact at this premier scientific session. Don’t miss your chance to lead the conversation!

Extrusion of irrigants or obturation materials during endodontic therapy may result in significant complications, but detailed anatomical assessment can prevent adverse outcomes. A new article in General Dentistry, published in collaboration with the American Association of Endodontists, explores how anatomical complexities contribute to extrusion risk.

Dental students, residents and recent graduates are invited to submit their clinical health-related dentistry research for the AGD2026 Scientific e-Poster Session. Submission categories include scientific research, case studies on clinical innovation and systematic literature reviews. The top two winners in each category will earn $700 and $550!

A new era of cosmetic dentistry is being ushered in by the latest digital tools. AGD Impact’s cover story this month explores the cutting edge of cosmetic dentistry through insights from leading experts. The story highlights how digital innovation is transforming smiles — from advanced digital smile design and precision 3D printing to streamlined digital communication between patients and providers.

AGD Impact has a new Student Perspectives columnist starting in 2026: third-year dental student Keya Bajaria of California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine. Bajaria is copresident of her school’s AGD student chapter. In this role, she’s helping to build community and promote lifelong learning.

Your AGD membership just got stronger! Through Active&Fit Direct, members can access more than 12,700 standard gyms for just $28 a month and save 20%–70% on 9,800+ premium exercise studios.

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

AGD has added six new on-demand webinars to its AGD Online Learning Center, covering essential topics like caries management, implantology, dental waterline safety and more. These courses offer flexible, self-paced learning designed for busy dental professionals.

AGD welcomes the reauthorization of the SUPPORT Act, originally enacted in 2018 to comprehensively address the opioid epidemic. As of Dec. 1, AGD is now explicitly included as an approved provider of training as a condition of receiving or renewing a registration to prescribe controlled substance use.

Join us March 6, 2026, in Chicago for the All-Star Case Acceptance Mastery Series. Earn 7 CE credits while learning proven strategies to overcome objections, build trust and increase treatment acceptance. Walk away with practical tools to boost patient confidence and practice profitability.

On Nov. 16, 2025, Dr. Marc J. Worob, was inducted as AGD president during the organization’s annual House of Delegates meeting in Chicago. As he steps into AGD’s top leadership role, Worob plans to leverage the organization’s new strategic plan to drive growth, revitalize grassroots engagement and ensure that general dentists across the country see AGD as their professional home.

The December issue of AGD Impact is live! This month features the latest in cosmetic dentistry, with insights from leading experts on advanced digital smile design, precision 3D printing and more. Also included in this issue is an in-depth look at the internal CE programs of some of the leading dental service organizations, as well as a profile on AGD’s new president, Marc J. Worob, DDS, FAGD, FACD, FICD, FAAOSH.

Earn CE this December with AGD live webinars covering infection control, non-opioid pain management, endodontic techniques and even Botox® applications. Each session is led by expert instructors and designed to deliver practical skills for your practice.

Though the apical seal created by root canal filling is emphasized as a crucial factor in root canal treatment, the coronal seal is an underappreciated determinant of long-term success. A new article in General Dentistry, published in collaboration with the American Association of Endodontists, examines evidence from microbiologic, clinical and materials science perspectives to highlight the importance of an integrated approach.

Before the ball drops, remind your colleagues to join AGD. They’ll get the rest of 2025 free when they sign up early for 2026, and you’ll unwrap $50 in Referral Rewards for each new recruit.

Pursuing a career in dentistry is a noble and rewarding endeavor, but it often comes with an eye-popping price tag, and new dentists are left wondering how they should repay a mountain of debt. This month, AGD Impact presents “The Do’s and Don’ts of Dental School Loan Repayment” along with three testimonials from AGD members who share their strategies for paying off debt.