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Annual registration

Recertification

Retired status

Emeritus status

Merchandise

Dr. Frank “Buddy” Boris award

A Board Certified dentist is responsible for an annual registration fee. If payment is received by the ABGD office by December 31st, the annual registration fee will be $150.00. If payment is received after January 1st the annual registration fee will be $200.00. Notices will be sent each calendar year on the following schedule:

1st Notice…………September 1 via email

2nd Notice…………December 1 via email

3rd and Final Notice…………June 1 via email and U.S. Mail

Dentists who are in arrears for the previous year’s registration fee will have their status revoked.

ANNUAL REGISTRATION​

RECERTIFICATION

A Board Certified dentist must be recertified every five years. Certified dentists must accumulate 125 hours of continuing education in clinical science, basic science or regulatory matters related to dentistry over this five-year period. CE materials may be submitted by U.S.Mail to the ABGD office or by email.

Failure to meet recertification requirements will cause the Board Certified dentist’s name to be removed from the registration roster and forfeiture of the certificate.

A recertification fee of $75.00 is assessed to cover the expense of reviewing qualifications. Board Certified dentists will receive a reminder one-year prior to their required recertification.

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RETIRED STATUS

The ABGD defines “Retired Status” as a certified dentist in good standing, no longer earning income from the profession of dentistry, including, but not limited to, service as a member of the faculty of a dental school, lecturer, researcher, dental administrator, consultant, or as a practitioner of any activity for which a license to practice dentistry is required. A Certified dentist must submit written notification to the ABGD requesting a Retired status and verifying that they no longer receive compensation from the practice of dentistry. When approved for retired status, they will be exempt from annual dues and academic recertification requirements. Maintenance of retired status (in good standing) entitles the individual to all the privileges of a certified member. 

Changing Status from Retired to Active 

The retired member must submit: 

  • A letter for consideration to the ABGD
  • A $100 Reinstatement fee
  • Documentation of continuing education (125 hrs/5 years)
  • Recertification Fee of $75

EMERITUS STATUS

Those ABGD Diplomates who have demonstrated maintenance of Board Certification for thirty (30) years may be considered for the honor of Emeritus Status with the American Board of General Dentistry. Emeritus Status is contingent on maintaining the minimum continuing education requirements of the ABGD. To be considered for Emeritus Status, please submit a formal letter requesting Emeritus Status to the ABGD office. The ABGD Board will review your request at the subsequent board meeting. On approval, the status will be changed from Active to Emeritus and the ABGD annual registration fee will be waived.

MERCHANDISE

ABGD Lapel Pin – Available Only to Board Certified General Dentists

The ABGD lapel pin is gold toned and purple and has been designed as an exact replica of the official ABGD seal. To order a lapel pin, contact the ABGD staff. Expect 7-10 business days for delivery. 

AMERICAN BOARD LAPEL PIN FEE – ABGD Lapel Pin $25

THE DR. FRANK “BUDDY” BORIS AWARD

2022 Recipient Dr. Daniel P. Lavin

History of the Award

In 2004, the Frank “Buddy” Boris Memorial Award for Distinguished Service was created to honor Dr. Boris and recognize individuals whose service to the ABGD is truly distinguished and reflects the attributes that Buddy possessed – enthusiasm, dedication, commitment, integrity and selflessness. Dr. Frank “Buddy” Boris was a tireless servant for the American Board of General Dentistry. For many years he promoted the mission of the ABGD and freely donated his time and expertise to the advancement of the ABGD ideals.

2022Dr. Daniel Lavin graciously served the Board as a deputy examiner for the Oral Exam for multiple examinations. He served as a Board of Director for 6 years including serving as President in 2017-2018. Dr. Lavin has a long history of mentoring candidates and promoting Board activities.
2021No recipent selected
2020No recipent selected
2019Dr. Randolph Coffey has served the Board as a deputy examiner for the Oral Exam for multiple examinations. He served as a Board director for 6 years including serving as President in 2016-2017. Dr. Coffey has been a regular fixture promoting the ABGD at AGD Annual Meetings and continues to serve as a deputy examiner for the Oral Exam.
2018Dr. Jon Dossett served the Board as a deputy examiner and grader for the Written Standardized Treatment Plan section of the Oral Exam. He subsequently served as a Board director for 6 years including serving as President in 2015. Dr. Dossett has continued his support of the Board by returning as a grader for the Oral Standardized Treatment Plan section of the Oral Exam.
2017Dr. Imbery served as a member of the ABGD Board of Directors from 2010-2016, and as ABGD President 2012-2013. He has worked to promote the mission of the ABGD.
2016Dr. Miniotis initially served the Board as a deputy examiner for the oral examination, traveling from as far as Alaska to volunteer. Subsequently, he served on the Board for 6 years, ending as President in 2014. While serving on many subcommittees for the Board, he willingly offered his expertise to improve the quality of the written and oral examinations, directed initial validation of our testing methods and pursued options for recognizing comprehensive dentistry as a dental specialty. He identified and submitted a number of oral treatment planning cases for use by the Board in the examination process. Special Boris Award to Sandra Mitchell. Sandra Mitchell was the long time Executive Director for the ABGD. The Board made a special exception in 2016 to award a second Boris Award to Sandra. The Board recognized Sandra’s exceptional service to the Board, greatly in excess of her contractual responsibilities, and solely voluntarily, because of her passion and dedication to the Board’s mission.
2015No recipient selected for 2015
2014Since serving on the ABGD Board of Directors 2004-2010, Dr. Blayne J. Gumm has continued to support the ABGD through a number of activities. He has visited AEGD programs to promote the benefits of ABGD certification and is a yearly presence at the AGD convention, advocating for the ABGD. He acts as a mentor for a number of candidates each year for the written and oral exams. He has served as a treatment plan grader, submitted cases for treatment planning examinations, and has provided materials and logistical support.
2013Dr. Robert Manga was President of the ABGD for the 2010-2011 term and served as an ABGD Director 2004-2010. Dr. Manga devoted many hours of his personal time promoting and volunteering for the ABGD.
2012Dr. Alfred J. Certosimo was President of the ABGD for the 2008-2009 term. He actively promoted the pathway to ABGD board certification to AGD Masters and GPR/AEGD graduates.
2011Dr. J. Frank Collins, was an original founding director of the ABGD. Throughout the history of the ABGD he worked diligently, behind the scenes to promote the organization’s membership. He was an inspiration to many of his subsequent board members.
2010Dr. Walter “Chuck” Janson was President of the ABGD during the management transition from the AGD. He spent countless hours evaluating management companies, selecting a manager, then training for the particular needs of the ABGD. During this time he graciously stored ABGD’s historical materials in his home and office.
2009Dr. Len Anglis goal was to retire the remaining financial commitment to the AGD, Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Anglis spearheaded fundraisers and donated his time freely. He personally contributed generously to realize his dream. At the end of his term as President, he had the honor of presenting the final payment to the AGD President.
2008Dr. and Mrs. Ernie DeWald volunteered a tremendous amount of time yearly helping to facilitate the many aspects of ABGD events held during the AGD Annual Meetings. Dr. DeWald also served as President of the ABGD.
2007Dr. Priscilla Hamilton served two terms as a member of the ABGD Board of Directors and later served as Deputy Examiner for the Oral Board Examination. In addition, she has worked diligently to support the ABGD in a number of different activities and continues to promote the mission of the ABGD.
2006Dr. Jim Curtis served as President during the merger with the FSBGD and the ABGD. Dr. Curtis worked diligently to ensure a seamless process in the merger.
2005Dr. Mac Eddington was one of the original founding directors of the ABGD. He also served as President of the ABGD, and has served as a Deputy Examiner. He remains actively involved in promoting the many benefits of the ABGD to other dental organizations.
2004Dr. Tom Hilton was the first recipient of the “Buddy” Boris Award. He was instrumental in advocating the merger between the FSBGD, Federal Services Board of General Dentistry, and the ABGD, American Board of General Dentistry.