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Welcome to the AAO – the world’s largest association for orthodontists, by orthodontists. We are a community united by a passion to advance our specialty and deliver the highest quality of patient care.
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19,000
orthodontists
working together worldwide to promote and defend the specialty.
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“The biggest reason to become a member is because we need to hear our voice…”
Dr. Anil Idiculla
Denver, Colorado
Denver, Colorado
Our members are in every corner of the world. Our mission is to advance our members’ success through education, advocacy, and research that drive excellence in patient care.
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Practice Management
Manage your practice.
At every stage of your career, the AAO is right there with you. We connect you with tools to build a successful practice – and a successful career.
Advocacy
We fight for you.
The AAO advocates on your behalf to lawmakers throughout North America, including at the federal and state/provincial level. We lead the dialogue and promote issues that are important to you.
Learning
Advancing the speciality.
The AAO delivers the guidance you need, in the formats that work for you.
114
countries
represented by a global membership working to advance the specialty.
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Celebrate your profession with fellow orthodontists, learn from prestigious speakers and view the latest in clinical and practice innovations. AAO members receive the lowest rates on all AAO events.
May 1 – 3, 2026
Annual Session 2026
Orlando, FL