Continuing education by subject
Special Patient Care
Treating patients whose medical, physical, or cognitive conditions affect their dental care.
Hours in Special Patient Care count toward your continuing education totals and toward the AGD FAGD and MAGD awards. For Fellowship, up to 150 hours in a single subject count toward the 500. See the FAGD requirements and MAGD requirements for the full picture.
State requirements in Special Patient Care
No US state dental board sets a specific hours minimum in Special Patient Care. Hours in this area count as general continuing education toward your renewal and toward the national FAGD and MAGD awards. Check your state requirements for the topics your board does mandate.
Special Patient Care courses
| Minimally Invasive Dentistry and Special Populations Colgate Oral Health Network · AGD PACE | 1 h |
| Dental Health and Dementia: More than Forgetfulness Procter & Gamble - dentalcare.com (Crest + Oral-B) · AGD PACE | 2 h |
Common questions
Does Special Patient Care CE count toward FAGD and MAGD?
Yes. Hours in Special Patient Care count as continuing education toward the AGD Fellowship (500 hours) and Mastership (1,100 hours) awards. For Fellowship, no more than 150 hours in a single subject count toward the total.
Do states require a set number of Special Patient Care hours?
No US state dental board sets a specific hours minimum in Special Patient Care. Hours in this area count as general continuing education toward renewal and toward the FAGD and MAGD awards.
Subject areas follow the AGD's published subject codes. CEChart does not accredit courses or certify compliance. Confirm requirements with the AGD and your state board.