Description:
In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of general dentistry, discussing the role of ethics, the impact of corporate influence, and the importance of organized dentistry. Our guest explores the mission of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), its advocacy efforts, and how it supports general dentists in an ever-changing profession. From continuing education to grassroots advocacy, we explore how organized dentistry can adapt to new challenges while maintaining high ethical standards.
Highlights:
The importance of ethics in modern dentistry and how it affects daily practice. The evolving role of AGD in advocating for general dentists and shaping policy. The impact of private equity on dentistry and how it challenges patient care. Why grassroots involvement in organized dentistry is crucial for the profession’s future. The need for younger dentists to take leadership roles and shape their profession. How AGD’s continuing education sets high standards and directly benefits members. A candid discussion on dental insurance, DSOs, and access to care challenges. Understanding the relationship between AGD, ADA, and other dental organizations. The importance of advocacy in protecting the profession and ensuring fair policies. Why joining AGD can be a game-changer for general dentists looking to make an impact.
Personal Passions:
This episode highlights the passion behind organized dentistry and the commitment to ensuring ethical patient care. Our guest shares personal experiences about why AGD was instrumental in their career and how it continues to support dentists at every stage. The conversation also reflects on the need for unity among dentists and how organizations must evolve to remain relevant in today's professional climate.
Podcast Vision:
The goal of this podcast is to provide an open platform for discussing critical issues affecting general dentistry. By engaging with thought leaders, advocates, and practicing dentists, we aim to bring awareness to the challenges and opportunities shaping the industry. Through insightful discussions, we strive to empower dentists with knowledge, encourage professional unity, and foster advocacy efforts that benefit the entire profession.
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Dentistry in General is an exclusive online community for dentists and dental students, fostering meaningful conversations, professional support, and collaboration. Visit our website to learn more about: Our Online Community: Engage with fellow dentists and students on Facebook to discuss clinical cases, navigate non-clinical challenges, and build lasting connections.
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The Network, Dentistry in General, LLC, their affiliates, podcasters, owners, agents, and employees do not assume responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information, materials, documents, products, or services shared or referenced by podcast guests. Listeners must independently verify information presented, exercise professional judgment, and conduct appropriate due diligence before acting upon or implementing recommendations provided on the Network. Information shared by guests or podcasters should not be interpreted as professional, medical, legal, or financial advice, unless explicitly stated by a qualified professional.
By accessing or engaging with the Dentistry in General Radio Network content, listeners expressly agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Dentistry in General, LLC, its affiliates, podcasters, owners, agents, and employees from and against all claims, liabilities, damages, costs, or losses arising out of or resulting from reliance upon information or materials shared by guests or podcasters.
Dentistry in General, LLC and its podcasters reserve the right to edit, remove, or decline to broadcast any content or material at their sole discretion. Use of podcasts or materials provided through the Dentistry in General Radio Network constitutes acceptance of these terms and acknowledgment of this disclaimer.
In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of general dentistry, discussing the role of ethics, the impact of corporate influence, and the importance of organized dentistry. Our guest explores the mission of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), its advocacy efforts, and how it supports general dentists in an ever-changing profession. From continuing education to grassroots advocacy, we explore how organized dentistry can adapt to new challenges while maintaining high ethical standards.
Highlights:
The importance of ethics in modern dentistry and how it affects daily practice. The evolving role of AGD in advocating for general dentists and shaping policy. The impact of private equity on dentistry and how it challenges patient care. Why grassroots involvement in organized dentistry is crucial for the profession’s future. The need for younger dentists to take leadership roles and shape their profession. How AGD’s continuing education sets high standards and directly benefits members. A candid discussion on dental insurance, DSOs, and access to care challenges. Understanding the relationship between AGD, ADA, and other dental organizations. The importance of advocacy in protecting the profession and ensuring fair policies. Why joining AGD can be a game-changer for general dentists looking to make an impact.
Personal Passions:
This episode highlights the passion behind organized dentistry and the commitment to ensuring ethical patient care. Our guest shares personal experiences about why AGD was instrumental in their career and how it continues to support dentists at every stage. The conversation also reflects on the need for unity among dentists and how organizations must evolve to remain relevant in today's professional climate.
Podcast Vision:
The goal of this podcast is to provide an open platform for discussing critical issues affecting general dentistry. By engaging with thought leaders, advocates, and practicing dentists, we aim to bring awareness to the challenges and opportunities shaping the industry. Through insightful discussions, we strive to empower dentists with knowledge, encourage professional unity, and foster advocacy efforts that benefit the entire profession.
___________________________________________________________________
Dentistry in General is an exclusive online community for dentists and dental students, fostering meaningful conversations, professional support, and collaboration. Visit our website to learn more about: Our Online Community: Engage with fellow dentists and students on Facebook to discuss clinical cases, navigate non-clinical challenges, and build lasting connections.
Disclaimer for Dentistry in General Radio Network The Dentistry in General Radio Network (the "Network"), a division of Dentistry in General, LLC, provides podcast programming featuring independently selected guests by individual podcasters. Any guest appearance, documents, information, products, services, or opinions expressed on the Network’s podcasts are solely those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of Dentistry in General, LLC, its owners, affiliates, podcasters, or employees.
The Network, Dentistry in General, LLC, their affiliates, podcasters, owners, agents, and employees do not assume responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information, materials, documents, products, or services shared or referenced by podcast guests. Listeners must independently verify information presented, exercise professional judgment, and conduct appropriate due diligence before acting upon or implementing recommendations provided on the Network. Information shared by guests or podcasters should not be interpreted as professional, medical, legal, or financial advice, unless explicitly stated by a qualified professional.
By accessing or engaging with the Dentistry in General Radio Network content, listeners expressly agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Dentistry in General, LLC, its affiliates, podcasters, owners, agents, and employees from and against all claims, liabilities, damages, costs, or losses arising out of or resulting from reliance upon information or materials shared by guests or podcasters.
Dentistry in General, LLC and its podcasters reserve the right to edit, remove, or decline to broadcast any content or material at their sole discretion. Use of podcasts or materials provided through the Dentistry in General Radio Network constitutes acceptance of these terms and acknowledgment of this disclaimer.
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