2010 AGD National Meeting

Savor the Flavors in New Orleans 

July 6-11, 2010 

Discover the industry’s best opportunity for learning—the Academy of General Dentistry’s (AGD) Annual Meeting & Exhibits. It is the premiere dental event of the year, offering general dentists and their team access to top-notch quality continuing education, new products, exciting social events, and an unforgettable convocation ceremony. Prepare for incredible educational opportunities and good old southern fun at the AGD 2010 Annual Meeting & Exhibits in New Orleans, July 6 to 11, 2010.

Feed your passion to learn by relishing the AGD’s new menu of continuing education (CE) concoctions. The 2010 Annual Meeting & Exhibits will offer special courses at the Louisiana State University School of Dentistry, which has been the educational sanctum of more than 75 percent of Louisiana dental professionals.

Continuing its tradition of offering high-quality education, the AGD will feature seasoned speakers from various parts of the country, such as David Hornbrook, DDS, FAACD, and Terry T. Tanaka, DDS. The AGD also will debut its new four-day implantology educational track that will focus on diagnostic, restorative, and surgical coursework. In addition to the new implantology track, the AGD also will offer new, live-patient didactics by renowned dentists in the industry and a new extensive legislative skill-building session.

After indulging in the AGD’s daily educational offerings, treat yourself—and your family—to exciting attractions at night, beginning with the people, culture, and cuisine of New Orleans. Best known for its spicy Cajun and Creole dishes, New Orleans’ fanciful fares also blends French, Italian, Spanish, African, and Indian influences into its recipes. In fact, attendees will be tempted by more than 1,000 New Orleans restaurants each and every time they search for a place to dine.

Once mealtime is done, visitors can revel in the rhythms of New Orleans. Authentic New Orleans music and musicians invigorate the city 24 hours a day, seven days a week. As the birthplace of jazz, the city is synonymous with music and musicians of all traditions. From Soul to Jazz to Blues to Rock, New Orleans offers musical entertainment for everyone.

During the day, attendees and their families can continue to enjoy the rich culture of New Orleans. A stroll down the Riverwalk Marketplace offers casual shopping and beautiful views. The antique galleries along Royal Street entice collectors with special treats and treasures. Visitors can embark on a historic adventure through Cypress swamps to Oak Alley antebellum mansion or to plantations such as the Laura, San Francisco, or Evergreen by taking an Old River Road Plantation Tour. Finally, explore the acclaimed museums such as the Children’s Museum, Audubon Insectarium, the National World War II Museum, and many more!  

Mark your calendars to reserve your housing for the 2010 AGD Annual Meeting & Exhibits in January and register to savor the flavors of New Orleans in February. For more information, visit the AGD for more details and to register.