As Suboxone becomes a cornerstone of opioid recovery, oral health professionals are increasingly confronting its complex effects on enamel erosion, xerostomia, pain management, and post-operative care. AGD Subject Code: 010 EDUCATIONAL…

Despite decades of routine premedication for patients with hip and knee implants, current evidence shows no meaningful reduction in periprosthetic joint infection risk for most dental procedures. AGD Subject Code: 490 EDUCATIONAL…

Customized scaffolds are transforming guided bone regeneration by delivering precontoured, fixation-ready solutions that improve predictability in complex ridge defects. AGD Subject Code: 690 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this…

Today’s universal composites may all promise excellent esthetics and strength, but understanding how filler technology, resin chemistry, and photoinitiator systems differ can help clinicians make more informed restorative decisions. AGD…

AGD Subject Code: 149 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define sickle cell disease (SCD). Identify the oral manifest ations of SCD. Discuss appropriate dental treatment for…

AGD Subject Code: 156 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define intimate partner violence (IPV) and identify its clinical and behavioral signs. Establish a protocol for screening…

AGD Subject Code: 430 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (POSA) and understand complications of untreated…

A step-by-step clinical framework for capturing accurate centric relation, deprogramming musculature, and designing canine-guided occlusal guards. AGD Subject Code: 200 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

Move beyond referral-only thinking with clear screening, diagnostic loading, and conservative strategies to manage temporomandibular joint disorders confidently in general practice. AGD Subject Code: 200 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After…

Emerging evidence reveals that diet, immune modulation, and metabolic health are central to the bidirectional relationship between periodontal and systemic diseases. AGD Subject Code: 490 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this…

Understanding the oral manifestations of the five most common autoimmune diseases equips oral health professionals to identify systemic disease earlier and intervene more effectively. AGD Subject Code: 010 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After…

Implementing an evidence-based fluoride approach to treating this common chronic childhood disease is a prudent approach to improving patient outcomes. This course was published in the October/November 2025 issue and expires November…

This evidence-based comparison covers treatment outcomes, length of treatment, patient-reported experiences, relapse tendencies, risk of root resorption, and effects on oral health. This course was published in the October/November 2025…

An integrated healthcare approach shows that reducing cardiovascular risk through lifestyle changes and systemic inflammation management can also improve periodontal health — and vice versa. This course was published in the…

Salivary diagnostics and oral microbiome research are rapidly expanding, positioning saliva as a powerful, noninvasive tool for disease detection and systemic health monitoring. This course was published in the October/November 2025…

This case report highlights the critical role of oral health professionals in recognizing this rare but impactful condition. AGD Subject Code: 149 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

A prosthetically driven digital workflow enables clinicians to optimize esthetics, function, and longevity in implant-supported and implant-assisted complete-arch prostheses. AGD Subject Code: 690 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading…

An in-depth look at the causes, complications, and multidisciplinary approaches to prevent and manage oral mucositis in patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy. AGD Subject Code: 730 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading…

This case report demonstrates the multidisciplinary approach required to restore esthetics, function, and psychological well-being in a patient with partial edentulism following surgical treatment for recurrent ossifying fibroma. AGD…

When a file fractures midprocedure, expert strategies and cutting-edge tools can turn a dreaded complication into a clinical success. AGD Subject Code: 070 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be…