AAO is advocating for the specialty through legislative and regulatory efforts while also educating the public on the value of care provided by an orthodontic specialist. We work to protect your practice, strengthen consumer awareness, and address the challenges facing orthodontists today and in the future.
Move your practice and the specialty forward through education, innovation, and research-backed guidance. From clinical excellence to practice management and leadership development, AAO provides the tools and resources members need to adapt, grow, and succeed.
Join the world’s largest orthodontic community through events, networking, and shared experiences that foster connection, collaboration, and leadership, shaping the future of orthodontics together.
Working together worldwide to promote and defend the specialty.
represented by a global membership working to advance the specialty.
The biggest reason to become a member is because we need to hear our voice…”Dr. Anil Idiculla
We know there is a lot to navigate, so we’ve streamlined our resources to make your experience personal. Select your role to access curated, evidence-led tools designed to solve your specific clinical and business challenges.
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Everything we do is designed to remove barriers and reduce risk so you can stay focused on delivering the highest level of care. We advocate where it counts, educate where it matters, and protect the specialty at every turn. Discover how our unified voice creates leverage for your practice and a secure future for our profession.
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