"When I graduated, I viewed Texas AGD mainly as a CE provider. Over the past 20 years in practice, it's come to mean so much more. It's about a commitment to excellence and life-long learning; it's about friendships and a sense of family; and it's about personal and professional growth through leadership. I know my journey, my dentistry, and my life has been changed for the better because of my involvement. "
- Jennifer Bone, DDS, MAGD | San Antonio AGD
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New Year, Resolve to Renew!
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"For me personally, Texas AGD has had a profound impact on my life; my membership in the AGD has made me better," says Texas AGD President, Dr. Jeff Geno, as he offers his top five reasons why Texas AGD is worth your money, time, effort, and energy!
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The Editor's Bright Vision for TexasGP in 2018
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"Many local components in Texas have great events including high quality CE, outreach and service, advocacy and social activities. This year, it is a goal of ours to highlight these events across the state and share ideas amongst our components," says Dr. Brooke Elmore, TexasGP editor, as she shares her exciting vision for Texas AGD and its publications in 2018.
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Reaping the Benefits of FellowTrack
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"Many faculty at our school are members of the Texas AGD, making the world of dentistry seem less daunting and more of a community of individuals with a common goal in mind - to become lifelong learners and help others do the same," says Amaris Caraballo, class of 2018 student at UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry.
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The Secret is Out! Dr. Libby Announced as NDC 2018 Speaker
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Dr. Libby will help you gain in-depth knowledge to help you on your implant journey. Her lecture will be followed by hands-on rotating stations ranging from socket preservation, surgical placement & prosthetic considerations, to digital impressions and CBCT interpretation.
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Coming to a mailbox near you, the
TexasGP
annual Calendar brings you 2018 events, stunning photos taken by our members, inspirational quotes from members, and opportunities for you to set monthly goals for 2018!
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MasterTrack Registration Now Open
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Earn participation credit during MasterTrack's June session as you explore the topics of Orthodontics and Oral Surgery.
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Central Texas AGD Creates Local New Dentist Study Club
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Central Texas AGD kicks off the new year with a new squad for new general dentists in Central Texas! Central Texas AGD’s New Dentist Study Club (NDSC), started just a few months ago, already has three events under its belt as well as 18 members - as of press time – and counting.
Director of Central Texas’s NDSC, Dr. Luana Badea (pictured, top center), said the component was thrilled to launch this group, as Austin was one of the last large Texas cities to not have this social and educational group. “Oftentimes new dentists have just moved from other parts of the country. Not only do they need to grow their knowledge, they need that social network, professionally and personally. You need a community in which you can mutually trust and advise each other.”
Central Texas NDSC has held courses so far by Dr. Josh Austin and Dr. Jim Tyree. It also met up with other members of Central Texas AGD at their recent social. These combined meet-ups also help all generations of dentists to come together, giving the new dentists valuable insights.
The group also has plans in the coming year for an attorney and a CPA to help address the types of practice options for these new dentists, from a business standpoint.
In Texas, San Antonio AGD, Houston AGD, and Dallas AGD also have NDSCs. Each component customizes its educational program to the needs of its members.
The New Dentist Study Club is a Texas AGD/Local Component sponsored program for recent graduates that graduated seven years ago or less. The NDSC provides quality affordable CE to new dentists while establishing a peer group for professional and personal support and by creating an environment where attendees feel comfortable discussing their successes and their failures. By creating this environment, new dentists will build lifelong relationships and friendships. The NDSC provides a pathway of assistance to an accelerated Fellowship. It sets up mentoring by opening up these study clubs to more experienced dentists who have already attained this award.
Please see our online calendar for all New Dentist Study Club event dates in these areas. If you are interested in starting a club in your component, please contact Lindsey Robbins, Education Director
here
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Texas AGD New Logo!
We are excited to announce that we are transitioning to our new logo - compliments of AGD. All components will also have new logos. Do you need printed materials updated with the new logo? Please contact Taylor Harris by
email.
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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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Enjoy the Benefits of Your Membership
The Academy of General Dentistry tracks your CE and state requirements, offers insurance benefits and so much more.
Renew today and continue enjoying the benefits of AGD, Texas AGD and your local component!
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Star of the South & Onsite Dental Charity
Come see us at booth #118.
Pick up a CE form at our booth or fill one out online
here
. For more information about the Onsite Dental Charity, click
here
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TSBDE Upcoming Meetings
- An Anesthesia Committee meeting has been scheduled for Friday, January 5 beginning at 10:00 AM. For more information, please click here.
- A board meeting has been scheduled for Friday, January 12, 8:30 AM. Please click here for agenda.
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