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The Academy of General Dentistry is the second largest dental organization in the world, and its 2009 annual meeting attracted more than 3,000 attendees, which the AGD notes was its second most successful meeting in 10 years. For this year’s event in New Orleans, the AGD has augmented its course offerings and events.
Here are few highlights of note for the upcoming event.
Dates to note
6 to 8 July: AGD House of Delegates
8 to 11 July: AGD Annual Meeting & Exhibits
Featured speakers
Clear Aligner Therapy: How to Use it Successfully in Your Practice
Willis J. Pumphrey, DDS
8 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday, 9 July
Learn the basic concepts of Clear Aligner Therapy and gain a better understanding of how it works and how to apply it
The Artistry of Direct Composite Veneers: Contour is King
Michael R. Sesemann, DDS and Elizabeth M. Bakeman, DDS, FAGD
8 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday, 9 July
Learn to place, sculpt and contour for to six direct resin veneers.
Materials Selection for Esthetic Efficient Composite Resin Dentistry
John O. Burgess, DDS, MS
8 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday, 9 July
This is a demonstration as well as a hands-on course. Create life-like anterior and posterior restoration by using new composite resin materials, adhesives, finishing materials and matrix systems.
Learn why some materials work and other don’t, and get answers to your most difficult clinical questions.
Special events
Welcome Reception
5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, 8 July
Hobnob with those of a like mind over cocktails and conversation. As you wander, you can also peruse the newest products and technological advancements in the Exhibit Hall.
There will be hor d’oevres and a cash bar, as well as entertainment. If you have kids along, the Kids’ Corner will be open during the cocktail hours.
5K Fun Run/Walk 5K
6 a.m., Saturday, 10 July
You’ll need a ticket to run or walk along the Mississippi River at this early hour, but know that it will benefit the AGD Foundation.
Convocation
4:30 p.m., Saturday, 10 July
Held at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside, join in honoring the AGD fellows, masters, and lifelong learning and service recognition recipients. Your friends and family are also welcome to attend.
Savor Your Saturday Night
8 to 11 p.m., Saturday, 10 July
Join the AGD at Mardi Gras World, which overlooks the Mississippi River.
The site features an indoor plantation that translated into fun for the entire family. Browse Mardi Gras floats from the days of yore to the present and indulge in Creole cuisine.
Fri. 3 May 2024
1:00 PM EST (New York)
Osseointegration in extrēmus: Complex maxillofacial reconstruction & rehabilitation praeteritum, praesens et futurum
Tue. 7 May 2024
8:00 PM EST (New York)
You got this! Diagnosis and management of common oral lesions
Thu. 9 May 2024
8:00 PM EST (New York)
Empowering your restorative practice: A comprehensive guide to clear aligner integration and success
Mon. 13 May 2024
9:00 AM EST (New York)
Creating more practice time through efficiency: Improved accuracy and delegation
Mon. 13 May 2024
1:00 PM EST (New York)
Súčasné trendy v parodontológii
Wed. 15 May 2024
10:00 AM EST (New York)
Der endodontische Notfall
Wed. 22 May 2024
12:00 PM EST (New York)
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