A new case report outlines the procedural sequence used for diastema closure via CAD/CAM lithium disilicate veneers. Evaluation of provisional 3D-printed veneers in the planning phase ensured minimal enamel removal, and the final veneers restored the esthetic harmony of the smile.

General dentistry can often feel like the wild west, where every day is different in terms of what might show up in your office. Lt. Cmdr. Joshua W. Johnson talks about being the sole dentist serving 1,000–2,000 military personnel aboard a naval amphibious assault ship in this month’s Member Spotlight.

The AGD Foundation invites you to join the fight against oral cancer by educating patients on preventive measures, including screening and steps to prevent oral cancer. You can also donate to the Foundation to help ensure that early signs are detected and treated, especially in underserved communities and at-risk individuals.

Being healthy and staying well are critical to dentists so that they can provide optimal care for their patients. However, there is no single definition of “healthy” and “well.” Dentists must maintain mental, physical and relational aspects of wellness — and the balance between each.

AGD recently expressed disappointment with the recent decision by U.S. Secretary of Health directing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to halt its recommendation of including fluoride in community water supplies. 

AGD2025 includes many opportunities to learn from the best in dentistry. One of those is Dr. David Galler, who recently joined Dr. George J. Schmidt to discuss clear aligners, opportunities for general dentists, and AGD2025, July 9-12, in Montréal.