Dental burs are one of the most commonly used instruments within a dental practice, but little research has been done on effectively decontaminating diamond-coated burs. Does manual cleaning, a cleaning stone or ultrasonic cleaning yield the best results?

As part of AGD membership, new dentists and residents receive complimentary malpractice coverage from our Exclusive Benefits provider Dentist’s Advantage. All qualifying members can get up to 12 months of professional liability insurance coverage at no cost.

Chicago Midwinter is just around the corner! Need help determining which new membership plan is best for your needs as a general dentist, or want the inside scoop on AGD2022 in Orlando? Visit us at booth No. 2813 to speak with one of our knowledgeable staff members.

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

Dental practices, like many businesses, are facing a staffing crisis. There are many approaches to solving a staffing crisis that extend beyond simply filling the empty seat. One of the most important methods that many practices have yet to implement is developing documented, proven, step-by-step systems.

Whether you are eager to attend some of the finest dental CE in the world provided by our incredible speakers, excited to explore this year’s meeting location, Orlando, Florida, or are looking forward to catching up with colleagues, AGD2022 has something for everyone. Don’t miss the premier meeting for general dentistry.

The Exhibit Hall at the ASDA Annual Session will be open Feb. 18 through Feb. 20. Don't miss your chance to speak with an AGD representative (at booth 19) and learn about the special discounts, resources and networking tools designed specifically for your needs as a student.

For many, family is a source of support and inspiration. Usually, that support comes from outside when it pertains to your professional career, but some are fortunate enough to work in the same profession as their family members — or even alongside them.

Holistic approaches can be found in many medical fields, including dentistry. Despite the popularity of this approach, confusion still abounds. What does holistic dentistry look like today? How does it differ from conventional dentistry? Can dental providers strike a balance between the two approaches?

As healthcare professionals, we know how important it is to keep our minds and bodies healthy. Perhaps it’s now time to consider critical thinking as a component of an overall personal wellness program as well.

When flowers and chocolate are not enough, give a gift that makes a lasting impact. Mark your donation to the AGD Foundation as a tribute. All support enhances oral cancer outreach, programs and awareness efforts.

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

Do you know a colleague who still isn’t a member but would be the perfect match for AGD? Now’s your chance to introduce them to Premium Plus membership and earn $50 in Referral Rewards for each referral who joins.

Attend “Geriatric Dentistry: Treatment Planning and Management” with Tomas J. Ballesteros, MS, DMD, FAGD, on Feb. 15. This webinar will discuss the different restorative options for the general dentist when treating the complex geriatric population.

Inflation has roared back to a point that it now demands our attention. Inflation is that slow, insidious erosion in the purchasing power that our money provides. It affects the products and services we buy, the way we provide our dental services and how we can enjoy our retirements.

Which method of upper airway imaging is best for orthodontic assessment? Read the new issue of General Dentistry to compare the pros and cons of lateral cephalometry, multiplanar CBCT reconstruction and three-dimensional CBCT reconstruction.

The AGD Foundation is seeking nominations for candidates to serve on the 2022–2024 Board of Directors. The board actively supports the Foundation’s mission of oral/oropharyngeal cancer awareness, prevention and early detection.

Whether or not spring comes six weeks early, you can brighten a fellow classmate’s winter by referring them to AGD and earn up to $850 in gift cards in the process. The more classmates you recruit, the more you earn.

This month, AGD Impact explores whether dental providers can strike a balance between holistic and conventional dentistry.

AGD’s Communications Council is recruiting new members for its Spokesperson Program. Nominees should be comfortable communicating with the media and be willing to be AGD’s public voice. The deadline to submit nominations is Feb. 25!