"Membership in Texas AGD has proven to be one of the most invaluable investments I have made in my career. I have been inspired to learn more, to challenge myself to be a better dentist, and I have enjoyed this journey with some of my best friends and mentors. I look forward to many years of membership ahead!"
- Melissa Brown, DDS, FAGD | Houston AGD
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Advocacy Pulse: Meeting Emergency Preparedness Mandates
by Shane Ricci, DDS, FAGD
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Find out about the three major rules that were adopted by TSBDE which made substantial changes to documentation and emergency protocols.
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MEMBERS ONLY! A Sample Resource for Nitrous and Sedation
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Discover resources for Checklists, Emergency Protocols, and Logs.
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Dr. Miller Makes a Difference in Mexico
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Dr. J. Christian Miller travels to Mexico to provide spiritual support and dental care to a seminary's village, and gains so much more in return.
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Find Experienced Candidates and/or Jump-Start Your Career Through Our Career Center!
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The Texas AGD Career Center is a member benefit designed for job seekers looking to advance their career and for practice owners who want access to well-qualified candidates. Take the first step and post your job or post your resume for FREE!
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LAST CHANCE to Participate in the 2018 Photo Contest!
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The deadline to submit photos is Monday, August 27. The winners' photos will be featured in the Texas AGD calendar, and all are eligible to earn a spot in the calendar.
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Winner Announced Inside!
...And Next Chance to Win is Here!
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WIN a cash prize for recruiting new members in our next contest,
"Half Dues, Full Benefits!"
Also, the winner of the last membership contest is...
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You're Working Toward Becoming a Fellow & May Not Even Know It!
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A general dentist who is a “Fellow” in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) has been recognized by other dentists as a leader and example to other dentists of the importance of quality continuing dental education to patient care. There are times when dentists have enough CE to become a Fellow and just haven't taken the exam yet...how many CE hours do YOU currently have? Start your journey today by reviewing our guide to Fellowship!
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Dr. Donna Miller, Texas AGD Past President, is highlighted for encouraging those with obstructive sleep apnea to receive consultations. Read story
here
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Ft. Worth AGD President, Dr. Partha Mukherji, was asked by the Texas Chapter of the International College of Dentists to share his perspective on leadership. Read article
here
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Dr. Crystal Robin Abramczyk, of Dallas AGD, is recognized for receiving her Fellowship during AGD's annual convocation in June. Read more
here
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Dr. Aaron Glick, of Houston AGD, is recognized for receiving his Fellowship during AGD's annual convocation in June. Read more
here
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Welcome New Members!
We encourage you to welcome new members to the Texas AGD family. Meet them
here
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Also, be sure to check out our
Facebook page
for #NewMemberMonday.
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Drs. Cooley and Warner Named to Dental Specialty Committee
The newly created National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying Boards (NCRDSCB) now has two of Texas AGD’s own helping to lead it. Comprised of nine general dentists selected by the ADA Board of Trustees, and nine specialists representing each of the nine currently recognized dental specialties, Dr. Ralph Cooley, FAGD, was selected as one of the nine general dentists serving, and Dr. Ben Warner, MAGD, as the general dentist on the Review Committee on Specialty Certifying Board Recognition. Read more on this commission’s first meetings
here
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Meet TSBDE 2-Hour CE Requirement Now!
Dr. Luce's
Opioid Prescribing for Dentists
program is now on-demand in our online course catalog! Satisfy the TSBDE rule 111.1 anytime, anywhere! Register
here
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Save the Date for these Upcoming Events!
- MasterTrack™ - Thursday-Sunday, September 20-23. Register here.
- Texas Academy Awards - Friday, September 21! Register here.
- Lone Star Dental Conference - Friday-Saturday, September 21-22. Register here.
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Annual Membership Meeting
The annual membership meeting will be held on Friday, September 21 @ 8:00 A.M at the Renaissance Austin Hotel.
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Want to Stay Connected to Your Peers?
Look them up in the membership directory, EXCLUSIVELY designed for Texas AGD members! Meet, connect, and network within the Texas AGD community. Simply visit our website, login, and search. Go to directory
here
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Share Your Story...
Have you volunteered recently, or have done something awesome in the dental community? You're invited to share your story with us and your fellow Texas AGD members! For more info or to submit content,
email
us today.
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