Dental and orthodontic groups, including the AAO and ADA, are urging the Department of Education to delay new federal student loan rules, citing risks to students and operational challenges for schools.
The ADA has formed a Task Force on Specialty Engagement, chaired by orthodontist Randall Markarian, DMD, to improve collaboration with specialty organizations and boost specialist membership, according to an ADA resolution.
When a loose bracket strikes after hours, digital troubleshooting tools can turn panic into protocol—offering step-by-step guidance that keeps minor issues from escalating.
The American Association of Orthodontists will hold its 2027 Annual Session in Vancouver, marking the first time the event will be held in British Columbia.
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The AAO is now accepting entries for its 2026 Ortho Innovator Awards, recognizing orthodontist-led innovations in two categories: Emerging Innovation and Market Impact Innovation.
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The American Association of Orthodontists and Stand for the Silent launched the Bullying Bites campaign on October 1 to raise awareness during National Bullying Prevention Month.
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The American Association of Orthodontists has named Reliance Orthodontic Products, ClearCorrect, and Angel Aligner as the 2025 Supplier of the Year award winners, recognizing their support for the association.
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The ADA Board of Trustees has approved over $20 million in expense reductions for 2025, cutting programs, staff, and operational costs after years of deficit spending.
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From AI regulation to student loan reform, the AAO is advancing initiatives that reinforce the orthodontist’s role in modern care.
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New legislation introduced in the U.S. House aims to ensure federal fluoridation policy is based on independent, evidence-based science, amid growing misinformation and proposed regulatory changes.
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The FDA will hold a public meeting on July 23, 2025, to review the potential removal of ingestible...
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The American Association of Orthodontists has launched “Smiles at 7” Day, an annual event on July 7 to promote early orthodontic evaluations by age 7.
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