The AAO named Zeeno Robotics and Celebrace as 2026 Ortho Innovator Award winners, recognizing automated sterilization and AI-driven bracket prescription systems for their impact on orthodontic practice efficiency and precision.
The WVU School of Dentistry received a $1.4 million gift from alumnus Dr. Tom Arkle to establish an endowed chair in orthodontics, supporting faculty recruitment and resident education, according to WVUToday.
Growth can strengthen an orthodontic practice—but it can also strain it. When patient volume increases without changes to scheduling, staffing, and workflow design, practices may experience what experts call capacity compression. Recognizing the early signs is key to sustaining healthy growth.
Dr Richard Rosato of Concord, NH, has been installed as the new president of the American Dental Association, following decades of volunteer service to the organization.
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The ADA House of Delegates elected Thomas Paumier as president-elect, Ben Youel as second vice president, and Debra Schmit Peters as speaker.
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The American Association of Orthodontists has made a strategic investment in DentoAI, an AI platform designed to streamline orthodontic case acceptance and documentation.
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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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