Congratulations, graduates! Welcome to the best profession in the world. The four years of hard work that you put into obtaining your doctorate were likely full of ups and downs, but you’ve made it. Now, it’s time to go out and find your path in dentistry.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released new dental antibiotic stewardship resources. According to the CDC, dentists use approximately 10% of all antibiotics in the United States. Public health officials contend that prescribing habits can be improved.

Still have room in your AGD2023 course schedule? If you’re looking for impactful education in concise formats, investigate our Emerging Speakers, Dental Pearls and Learning Labs.

Congratulations to 2023 dental school graduates! AGD’s Exclusive Benefits provider Dentist’s Advantage offers new grads complimentary malpractice insurance their first year out of dental school. It’s one of your AGD member benefits. Sign up now, and remind your fellow graduates.

With the incidence of skin cancer increasing in the United States, the role of dental providers in noting suspicious skin lesions is more important than ever. A new article in General Dentistry reviews common skin cancers, distinguishes types of UV radiation and offers updated recommendations for protection to share with patients.

Stop the Bleed is a national awareness campaign that trains the public to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. In the latest podcast episode, Dr. George J. Schmidt talks with Dr. Eric Wong, who has been instrumental in bringing this training to general dentists.

The Fellowship Review Course at AGD2023, July 19–20, includes a refresher in 17 dental disciplines. Attendees can take the Fellowship Exam the following day. Registrants will also receive an electronic copy of the Fellowship Exam Study Guide and a link to downloadable course handouts.

AGD Impact consulted four experts to provide advice for new dentists. They lent their expertise on key aspects of beginning practice — finding a job, addressing student debt, obtaining insurance and licensure, and planning a career.

AGD2023 and the Fellowship Exam are rapidly approaching, and AGD has resources to help you prepare! The new Study Guide Supplement 2016-2020 and the Annual Online Study Guides can help you master topics and the Fellowship Exam.

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

Health insurance is America’s greatest unmet need. Innovations in technology — such as artificial intelligence (AI), automations, financial technology and alternative insurance models — have provided insight into the next frontier of the insurance industry and how it may impact dentistry.

AGD2023 registration includes admission to NFL Hall of Fame quarterback and oral cancer survivor Jim Kelly’s Keynote Address. Kelly will share his story of overcoming obstacles in addition to his insights on leadership, teamwork and raising a special needs child. His story is “A Journey of Perseverance.”

AGD’s Refer-a-Colleague program is an opportunity for both you and your recruit to earn $50 in rewards once they join. The rewards can be applied toward the national portion of your membership renewal and/or study materials for the Fellowship Review Course.

Read the latest issue for new research across multiple subject areas. Highlights include an overview of the uses of artificial intelligence in dentistry, an analysis of chairside extraoral suction systems for a reduction of aerosol contamination, and a scoping review on endodontic treatment for patients with bleeding disorders.

AGD blogger Dr. Larry Stanleigh has launched a blog series highlighting moments that transform our businesses and relationships for long-term success. These are important reminders that can help general dentists build stronger practices and understand the range of opportunities to connect with patients.

The May 11 webinar “Peri-implant Disease: Definition, Etiology and Treatment” will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to diagnose and manage peri-implant disease in their clinical practice and ultimately help improve patient outcomes and implant success rates.

The May issue of AGD Impact is now live! In it, you can find an invaluable guide for new dentists on how to jump-start their careers, plus a feature story on how the dental benefits industry could be affected by changes in the medical health insurance industry.

Are you interested in learning more about therapeutic uses for facial neuromodulators and injection techniques? Listen to this month’s featured podcast, where AGD Podcast host Drs. George J. Schmidt and Gigi Meinecke talk about differentiating toxins, dosage strength, complications, management of patient expectations, and more!

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

Congratulations to our soon-to-be 2023 dental school graduates! To jump-start your career, claim your complimentary malpractice insurance brought to you by AGD’s Exclusive Benefits provider Dentist’s Advantage. It’s included as one of AGD’s membership benefits.