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.
More 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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The ADA has urged the EPA to strengthen its scientific review methods in assessing fluoride’s health effects in drinking water, citing concerns over reliance on existing consensus documents without independent analysis.
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The AAO, ABO, and AAO Foundation will present their highest awards to seven orthodontic professionals on April 30, 2026, ahead of the AAO Annual Session, recognizing significant contributions to the specialty.
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The AAO is seeking applicants for nomination as North America’s representative on the World Federation of Orthodontists Executive Committee. The term runs 2026-2030; applications are due by March 13, 2026.
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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.
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Georgia School of Orthodontics has named Dr Mohamed I. Masoud as director of research. Masoud will oversee research initiatives and mentor residents at the Lazzara Orthodontic Center for Research.
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The American Board of Orthodontics has certified 381 specialists from the Fall 2025 exam cycle and announced that 105 orthodontists completed their 10-year certification renewal.
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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.
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The AAO has released a position paper outlining six principles for AI use in orthodontics, emphasizing clinician oversight, regulatory alignment, and patient safety in response to evolving adaptive AI technologies.
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The association has released a position paper to guide the responsible development and implementation of artificial intelligence in clinical care.
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