Founded in 1952, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) is a professional association of more than 37,000 general dentists from the United States and Canada. The AGD has grown to become the world's second largest dental association and is the only association that exclusively represents the needs of general dentists.General dentists are primary dental care providers for patients of all ages. These dentists care for your entire family. If you need a special dental procedure performed, your general dentist will refer and co-ordinate your treatment with dental specialists.

The Illinois Academy of General Dentistry (IAGD) is composed of AGD member dentists who practice in Illinois.