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Welcome to AGD Thursday, October 25, 2007

AGD Member Letter Runs in The New York Times
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) congratulates member Richard J. Lewenson, DDS, MAGD, for his letter to the editor that appeared in Oct. 15, 2007, issue of *The New York Times. In his response, he states, “Access to care for all is the paramount issue. But having second-or-third-tier lesser trained proxies delivering this care is not the answer—care that most of this readership would not accept for itself.”

Members Voice Support for AGD’s Response
Last week, many of you took the time to write to us and voice your support for the AGD’s letter to the editor PDFsent in response to The New York Times article, * "Boom Times for Dentists, But Not for Dental Care." Your comments included:

  • Just read your letter to the editor of The New York Times. Excellent job. I'm proud to be an AGD member.
  • Dr. Mayher, bravo!
  • Great response. Thank you for doing this.
  • Keep up the fight on my behalf.
  • AGD should be commended for their response to The New York Times article.
  • Big thumbs up, Vinny. This is a great response letter with just the right amount of fire. Thanks!!
  • Great job! I am even more proud of the AGD. Thanks for continuing to make a stand for the general dentist.
  • Thank you for standing up and saying what is true. Thank you for serving our AGD and profession.

We encourage you to continue to share your opinion about access to care now. Use our Members Forum to share what you are doing in your community.

* Please note: To read these two articles, you will need to register (it’s free) for log-in access
 
AGD Appears in USA Weekend, Top News Outlets

Media coverage about the AGD, oral health information, and advice from AGD experts plays a significant role in building awareness and recognition for the AGD and its members throughout North America. Media coverage featuring the AGD reached more than 465 million consumers during the second quarter of the 2007 fiscal year. Recognition is built not only for the AGD, but for our members and the profession. Please review the “ Report of Excellence,” PDF“ Top Media Coverage,” PDF and “ Complete Media Coverage,” MS Excelfor more detailed information.
Tell Us What You Think
Voice Your Opinion: "How do you Talk to your Patients About the AGD?" 
 
 The AGD wants to ensure that AGD members are receiving timely issues and topics that touch our members. Share with us your thoughts and comments regarding your communication with your patients about the AGD and how this affects your business! 
 
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AGD Members and Federal Action
The House of Representatives failed to override the presidential veto of the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) and the AGD added its name to a large health care coalition to support the Labor-HHS fiscal year 2008 funding bill. Find out what the AGD is doing federally to support oral health care.

More SCHIP Updates
While House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA-8) has said she is willing to work with the White House on a new SCHIP reauthorization bill. The AGD’s No. 1 goal remains the inclusion of dental provisions.

Title VII Funding
The Title VII battle has now begun in earnest, with the AGD asking legislators to support the bill and the president to sign it. Read more about Title VII.

General Dentists’ Eyes, Ears, and Voices for Oct. 24, 2007
Regualtions have been adopted and bills have been signed by the governor, creating new laws from New Jersey to California. Find out if you will be affected by any new or proposed laws!