b'ContentsIn this issue10 22 5Presidents message6 Beyond the practice8AAPs 110 thAnnual Meeting in San DiegoCandidate for secretary/treasurer:12 Dr. Richard J. NagyLeadership and volunteer activities 14 Advocating for perio16 17 Ask the board Sunny San Diego! Ask the Coding Coach 20How does one financially prepare for a newyear? Here are some actionable tips. 24Dental Hygiene Study Club26Educator updates27 GEN You30 34 28 Welcome new members29 AAP 2024 annual dues are open for renewal32International periodontics38Submissions are open for the Balint Orban and Research Forum poster session!39 2024 LEAD program nominations40ABP diplomate interview42 ABP update44AAP Foundation award applicationsPerioProgress Meet the 2023 Balint45Meet the AAP Foundation board of directorsOrban and Research Forum winners 4'