Let your colleagues know that they can get the remainder of 2021 headquarters dues at half the price if they join AGD by Sept. 30. Once they join, you’ll both earn $50 in Referral Rewards. There’s no limit to the amount you can earn.

AGD supports research and information-sharing among general dentists by hosting an annual e-Poster Session during its scientific session. AGD2021 e-posters were reviewed at the meeting last month, and winners were announced. Congratulations to Andrew Chang, Portia Cao, Ryan Allread and Mazen Aly.

Check out the latest issue, now available online. Highlights include an evaluation of mucoadhesive pilocarpine tablets for treating xerostomia, a case report on an extrapyramidal reaction presenting as an acute TMD and a study to determine whether your smartphone can be used to accurately diagnose incipient caries.

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

This month, AGD Impact examines the current state of research on lasers in dentistry as well as what you need to know to determine if lasers are right for your practice. The issue also covers what dental school and dental practice can be like for deaf practitioners.

The AGD Foundation 2020 Electronic Silent Auction Fundraiser will include items for the dental office. Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase curing lights, PPE and more, all while supporting the AGD Foundation Grant Program’s efforts to increase awareness of oral cancer.

Will there be too many dentists in the future? Few questions elicit as much debate in the dental community. Forecasting whether a dental shortage or surplus is in store is complex, made no easier by different trends pointing in different directions.

Let colleagues know now is the perfect time to become an AGD member. That’s because, from now until Sept. 30, new members will only pay half of 2020 membership dues during AGD’s Half-Year Dues promotion. Plus, if you refer them, you’ll both also earn $50 in Referral Rewards once they join.

Dental practices across the nation are facing challenging times, and the last thing you need is to pay for new equipment. The Environmental Protection Agency’s new amalgam rule goes into effect July 14 regardless of the economic climate. To help take one worry off your mind, DRNA is offering qualified AGD members a free amalgam separator, valued at $850, with any three- or five-year contract. And, to help you keep cash on hand, you will receive no invoices until 2021.

Shopping for a newly graduated dentist or a wedding gift this summer? By shopping on Amazon, you can help the AGD Foundation increase awareness about oral cancer and the importance of early detection for each eligible purchase you make through AmazonSmile.