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About our Members…
What is a “general dentist”?
General dentists are the primary dental care providers for patients of all ages. They can treat you and your entire family and care for your overall oral health. This is crucial to your total health! Your general dentist takes responsibility for the diagnosis, treatment, and overall coordination of services to meet your oral health needs. If you need a specialized dental procedure performed, your general dentist may work with other dentists to make sure you get the care you need.
How does my dentist’s membership in the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) benefit me?
Your general dentist cares about long-term dental health for you and your family and demonstrates that concern by belonging to the AGD. Members are dedicated to continuing education to help them stay up-to-date on the latest procedures to provide you and your family with quality treatment. The general dentist who remains current in general dentistry is better able to offer you and your family a variety of diagnosis and treatment choices.
What are the requirements to become an AGD member?
Members never stop learning since the AGD requires its members to participate in 75 hours of voluntary continuing education every three years. However, surveys show that members average more than 40 hours each year.
How can I find an AGD dentist?
Call the AGD’s consumer referral line, 1.877.2X.A.YEAR, to connect with three AGD member dentists. Simply provide your ZIP code for the names and addresses of dentists in your area! Or, click the links below and at left to access our online member directory. It’s that easy!
For more information about the AGD and its members, click on one of the PDF fact sheets below: |
