AAO Establishes Sleep-Disordered Breathing Task Force to Update Clinical Guidance
The American Association of Orthodontists has formed a new task force to evaluate evolving research and update clinical guidance regarding sleep-disordered breathing.
The American Association of Orthodontists has formed a new task force to evaluate evolving research and update clinical guidance regarding sleep-disordered breathing.
The American Board of Orthodontics reports two new board-certified specialists and 67 recertifications in early 2026. A full list is available on the ABO Across the Board blog.
Hummingbird Associates is set to release the 2027 Orthodontic Communication Playbook in January, providing orthodontic practices with standardized scripts, best practices, and 93 customizable tools to enhance team-patient interactions across every stage of care.
The ADA and ADEX will integrate the ADA’s objective structured clinical exam into the ADEX Dental Examination by August 2026, aiming to streamline dental licensure and improve portability for candidates in 48 jurisdictions.
Read MoreFrom robotic systems that fully automate instrument sterilization to AI-powered custom metal brackets, the winners of the 2026 AAO Ortho Innovator Award are tackling the specialty’s biggest operational challenges. Take a closer look at the five breakthrough technologies recognized this year for advancing clinical care and practice efficiency.
Read MoreThe AAO 2026 Annual Session heads to Orlando this May, featuring over 200 educational sessions, 350+ exhibitors, and the New Products Showcase Awards.
Read MoreFour dental and orthodontic groups, including the AAO, are promoting National Facial Protection Month in April to raise awareness of sports-related facial injuries and encourage mouth guard use, citing data on injury prevalence and costs.
Read MorePast MSO president Dr Nellie Kim-Weroha has been elected to succeed Dr Michael Durbin as the Midwestern Society of Orthodontists representative on the AAO Board of Trustees in 2026.
Read MoreThe AAO has announced recipients of the 2026 Milo Hellman, Harry Sicher, and Thomas M Graber research awards, with presentations set for the 2026 Annual Session in Orlando.
Read MoreThe AAO has issued a warning about scam emails offering attendee lists for its 2026 Annual Session, clarifying that these messages are not from the association and advising recipients to report suspicious communications.
Read MoreThe ADA has named Dr Jeffrey J. Moses the 2026 Humanitarian Award recipient for his decades of providing free surgical care to children through the Smile International Foundation. He will be honored at the 2026 ADA Scientific Session.
Read MoreMore than 120 AAO members met with lawmakers in Washington, DC, to advocate for teledentistry oversight, student loan relief, and workforce policies impacting orthodontic practices, according to the association.
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