American Board of Orthodontics Certifies 381 Specialists
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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AAO President Dr Steven Siegel on the 2025 Economics of Orthodontics Survey
In this podcast episode, AAO President Steven Siegel discusses the 2025 Economics of Orthodontics survey, highlighting patient growth, shifting practice models, income disparities, and the resurgence of braces.
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Why Silent Partners are Reshaping Orthodontic Consolidation
As consolidation accelerates, the "Invisible DSO" model is gaining traction. Chip Fichtner explains how to secure back-office support and capital while retaining clinical autonomy—and how to avoid leaving millions on the table.
AAO, ADA Sign Statement Supporting Community Water Fluoridation
The AAO and ADA have signed a joint letter with other health organizations reaffirming the safety and necessity of community water fluoridation amid federal efforts to end the practice.
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AAO Seeks Member Input on 2025 Policy Resolutions
AAO members are invited to review and comment on resolutions to be considered at the 2025 House of Delegates meetings during the Annual Session in Philadelphia.
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Honolulu Convention Center Renovation Forces AAO to Review 2027 Meeting Plans
The Hawaii Convention Center’s planned closure from January 2026 through November 2027 may force the AAO to move its 2027 Annual Session, currently scheduled for Honolulu.
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2025 AAO Annual Session Expected to Generate $25 Million for Philadelphia
The 2025 AAO Annual Session will take place April 25 to 27 in Philadelphia, offering extensive education and networking opportunities while generating an estimated $25 million for the local economy.
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April is National Facial Protection Month
As spring sports season begins, five leading healthcare organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists, are urging athletes, parents, and coaches to prioritize safety and prevent thousands of annual dental injuries by promoting protective gear use during National Facial Protection Month.
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AAO Warns Members of Email Scam
The scam email mimics official AAO communications and appears to come from the AAO. The cyber security threat targets members email and password credentials.
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AAO Advocates for Patient Protection, Healthcare Savings, and Debt Relief
More than 100 members of the AAO met with federal lawmakers to discuss policies on patient safety, flexible healthcare spending, and student debt relief for orthodontic specialists.
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OrthoBerry Named 2025 AAO Ortho Innovator
OrthoBerry wins the 2025 AAO Ortho Innovator Award for its AI-driven patient intake platform, recognized for enhancing efficiency in orthodontic practices.
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AAO Endorses Gaidge, Offers Members Discounted Pricing
The cloud-based business analytics tool can be integrated with a number of orthodontic practice management platforms.
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