The AAO congratulates the winners of the 2024 American Association of Orthodontists Supplier of the Year Awards: uLab Systems (Gold), LeoneAmerica Dental Products (Silver), and OrthoSelect (Bronze).
Supplier of the Year honorees are selected based on a priority points system. Points are accumulated through various activities, including exhibiting at AAO meetings, sponsoring events, advertising in publications, and participating in the AAO Supplier Network. *
“The Supplier of the Year program is intended to recognize and thank companies and organizations that support the AAO through activities such as exhibiting at our meetings and advertising in our publications,” said AAO Chief Executive Officer Trey Lawrence. “We are delighted to have so much interest from the corporate community that provides our members with products and services. The three 2024 award winners provided extraordinary support to the AAO during the 2023-24 fiscal year and are loyal exhibitors every year, helping our members learn about options for patient treatment and practice management.”
2024 AAO Gold Supplier: uLab Systems
The Gold Sponsor supplier award goes to the company that earned 11 or more priority points during the last fiscal year and has the highest overall point balance. The company receiving this award must have participated in all AAO constituent meetings the year prior to receiving the award.
uLab Systems is a full-service aligner company, specializing in digital treatment planning software and flexible aligner product options, with innovative technology empowering orthodontists to create customized treatment plans with precision and efficiency. uLab Systems is dedicated to revolutionizing the orthodontic industry through continuous innovation, user-friendly platforms, and exceptional support, making it a preferred choice for modern orthodontic practices.
2024 AAO Silver Supplier: LeoneAmerica Dental Products
The Silver Sponsor supplier award goes to the company that earned between 6 and 10 priority points during the last fiscal year and has the highest overall point balance among suppliers in that group.
LeoneAmerica Dental Products is a leading supplier of high-quality Italian-made orthodontic and dental products in the United States. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, LeoneAmerica, the sole distributor for Leone Orthodontics and Implants, Florence, Italy, offers a comprehensive range of products designed for both clinical and laboratory use. Their portfolio includes expansion screws, CADCAM technology and software, advanced bonding brackets, archwires, wires, and bands, all crafted to meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. LeoneAmerica is dedicated to supporting dental professionals with the tools they need to deliver exceptional patient care.
2024 AAO Bronze Supplier: OrthoSelect
The Bronze Sponsor supplier award goes to a company that has joined the AAO exhibiting community within the last three years; has exhibited at Annual Session all three years; and has the highest priority point balance of all companies that have come on board as AAO exhibitors during the last three years.
OrthoSelect is a premier provider of orthodontic solutions and a proud participant in the AAO TechSelect program. The company’s DIBS AI platform offers cutting-edge treatment planning software and 3D-printed transfer appliances (IDB trays) that work with virtually any bracket prescription to enhance precision and efficiency in orthodontic care. Committed to innovation and excellence, OrthoSelect empowers orthodontists to deliver superior patient outcomes with tailored treatment plans and state-of-the-art technology.
Suppliers: Reach AAO Members during the Coming Year
Our online resources and team can help suppliers identify ways to reach AAO members that will best meet their needs:
● Learn about sponsorships and exhibiting at the 2025 Winter Conference.
● 2025 Annual Session exhibitor and sponsorship information,(coming this fall at the Annual Session information page).
● For more information about sponsorships, contact Holly Kiel at [email protected].
● To learn about advertising options in AAO print and electronic publications, contact ad sales representative Jim Shavel at [email protected].
* The Supplier of the Year awards program is not intended as an endorsement of any company’s products or services. It is simply a recognition of support provided to the AAO by the companies, which helps the AAO maintain, update and add to programs, resources and services for members without frequent increases in dues.
