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2020 Winter Conference Registration Is Open

Plan to join your colleagues for an  examination of the challenges of treating openbite patients during the 2020 Winter Conference, February 7 – 9 at the J.W. Marriott – Austin in Austin, Texas.

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Are you an #OrthoInnovator?

Do you have an innovative idea in the world of orthodontics? Submit your business “elevator pitch” to receive the 2020 AAO Ortho Innovator award, as well as FREE booth space and travel to AAO’s Annual Session. 

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Real People. Our People.

The AAO Member Stories video series debuted in 2019 on social media, offering an opportunity to learn about colleagues whom you may not have met.

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AAO Addresses DTC Treatment

The AAO’s efforts regarding Direct-To-Consumer Orthodontics has taken a broad approach, as we strive to protect the health and safety of orthodontic patients, both current and prospective. 

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Latest News

News on association programs, resources, and issues impacting the orthodontic specialty

California Board of Dentistry Defends Itself against SmileDirectClub Lawsuit

On December 23, 2019, the Board, its individual members and investigator filed a Motion to Dismiss SDC’s and Dr. Sulitzer’s claims against them, arguing that SDC and Dr. Sulitzer have failed to plead facts that, if true, could constitute a claim against them.

AAO Seeks Candidates for Up to Three at-Large Trustee Positions

The timeline for the at-large trustees' selection process has now been extended, with applications to be submitted by March 31, 2020.

Over Half of Annual Session Speakers New to AAO Meetings

The 2020 Annual Session (May 1-4 in Atlanta, Georgia) promises to be uniquely interesting, maintaining the meeting’s traditional world-class quality while introducing new speakers and new elements from the lecture halls to the Exhibit Hall and everywhere in between.

New AAO Committee on Conferences Seeks Nominations

The 2020 AAO Board of Trustees is issuing a call to members to consider joining the newly forming Committee on Conferences (CCon).

“Mom” Influencers Campaign on Instagram Reaches 400,000 in One Day

In a recent social media influencers campaign, the AAO sponsored posts by 16 moms publishing content on Instagram about family life and raising children.

AAO Parents Research Reveals Orthodontic Purchase Behavior of Millennial Moms

Consumer research conducted by the AAO this year is providing insight into the decision-making process resulting in a child starting orthodontic treatment and the selection of a particular orthodontist for that treatment.

Winter Conference to Highlight Research, Clinical Processes for Advancing Treatment of Openbite Patients

Join 20 expert speakers who will address treatment of patients with anterior open bite during the 2020 Winter Conference, February 7-9 in Austin, Texas.

Advocacy Remains in Forefront for AAO’s Award-Winning Staff

AAO Vice President of Advocacy and General Counsel, Sean Murphy, J.D., earned his second professional award of the year, representing the good work and unmatched advocacy conducted by AAO staff for its members.

AAO Advocacy in Washington State Comes to a Successful Conclusion

The AAO has achieved the desired outcome of advocacy in Washington State on supervision of dental hygienists assigned orthodontic tasks.

Gaidge Practice Data Show Production, Exams, Starts Up in Third Quarter

As part of a collaboration with business analytics provider, Gaidge, after each calendar quarter the AAO receives and shares with members key metrics compiled from a subset of Gaidge client practices.

AAO Renews Member Subscription Discount for Seminars in Orthodontics for 2019-20

The AAO and Elsevier Publishing have collaborated to once again offer AAO members a discounted subscription rate for Seminars in Orthodontics.

2020 Annual Session Lectures Will Start Friday, May 1 at 1 PM

When checking flights to Atlanta for the 2020 Annual Session, be sure to make note of the new lecture schedule being tested at this meeting.

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2020 Winter Conference – Austin, TX
FEBRUARY 7-9, 2020

Join your colleagues for an in-depth examination of the challenges of treating openbite cases during the 2020 Winter Conference, February 7 – 9 at the J.W. Marriott – Austin in Austin, Texas. Registration opens August 5, 2019.
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