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BREAKING NEWS: COVID-19 Resource Center

There is a resource center now available for members to view answers to frequently asked questions, find resources for your practice and access office closure guidelines.

NEW: Patient Education Brochures

Shop our new Patient Education Brochures now in the AAO store!

Annual Session 2020: A Virtual Experience

May 2-3, 2020 marked a historic weekend for the AAO, with the first-ever virtual annual session. AAO members made this weekend a resounding success and the premier orthodontic CE opportunity.

AAO Advocates for Members on PPE, Regulatory Issues with Rep. Gosar’s Staff

Rep. Gosar’s staff asked that the AAO continue to keep them updated on any developments regarding issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

AAO Advocates before CDC Concerning PPE and COVID-19 Guidance

The CDC team indicated that new guidance for dental practices would be coming from the CDC soon (within a matter of days rather than weeks).

House Democrats Propose HEROES Act

The $3 trillion package includes, among other items, increased flexibility for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan borrowers and support for small businesses and associations.

AAO Continues to Advocate for Members on PPE, Regulatory Guidance

In the two meetings, the AAO team first raised concerns about availability of PPE for AAO members and the dental community as practices reopen.

AAO Awards 2020 Full-Time Faculty Fellowships

The AAO Council on Education has announced that 2020 Full-Time Faculty Awards program fellowships will be presented to three orthodontic educators:

AAO Task Force and COGA Obtain OSHA Clarification Regarding Guidance for Dentistry

OSHA representatives stated that this guidance document is intended as a framework with tips for dentists, and OSHA is not intending to set new requirements with this document.

Patient Communications for Reopening Your Practice

While individual timetables vary by state and practice, you may be ready to let patients know about your reopening plans.

Interim Orthodontic PPE Summary

While final recommendations from the COVID-19 Task Force are forthcoming, some interim suggestions are indicated as orthodontic offices start to reopen.

House of Delegates Votes to Invoice 2020-21 Member Dues on August 3

The 2020 AAO House of Delegates met virtually on May 1, adopting a key resolution to help provide financial relief to members during this challenging time.

The ABO Continues to Create Demand and Strengthen the Specialty

On-line registration for all 2021 ABO Clinical Examinations will open up July 15, 2020, 9:00 AM CST through the ABO website.

AAO Advocates to FEMA for Availability of PPE for Orthodontists

Dr. Inman asked that FEMA give priority to orthodontists, among non-first-line industries, as PPE becomes available and is distributed by FEMA to various industries.

COVID-19 Task Force Reviews New OSHA Guidance for Dentistry Workers and Employees

The AAO is working with our federal lobbyists to seek a conversation with OSHA to address any possible inconsistency.

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