The Academy of General Dentistry — AGD — announces that Cody Olson, DDS, MAGD, of Humboldt, recently received the prestigious Mastership Award. This commencement celebration recognizes the commitment to excellence in dental education of AGD members.

During the event at the AGD’s scientific session this summer, Dr. Olson accepted this award along with 75 other general dentists who earned this recognition.

He graduated from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2010 and currently practices dentistry at NorthPark Family Dentistry, with offices in Webster City and Humboldt.

In addition to the AGD, Dr. Olson serves as the president of the Humboldt County Department of Public Health Board and the LifeWorks Community Service Board.

The Mastership Award is the highest honor available in the AGD and one of the most respected designations in the profession. This accomplishment meets the highest criteria for professional excellence. To accomplish this, Dr. Olson completed 1,100 hours of continuing dental education in the 16 disciplines of dentistry, including 400 hours dedicated to hands-on skills and techniques. As a recipient of this award, Dr. Olson has joined nearly 4,175 members of the dental community who recognize that providing great smiles and good oral health for their patients requires going above and beyond basic requirements.

“The AGD is committed to supporting the growth and development of professionals through education and we are delighted to recognize Dr. Olson for steadfast dedication to providing outstanding oral healthcare, ” stated AGD President Chethan Chetty, DDS, MAGD. “Dr. Olson exemplifies excellence by standing out within the field and showing a commitment to education and innovations to the dental community.”

A general dentist is the primary care provider for patients of all ages and is responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, management, and overall coordination of services related to patients’ oral health needs.