Okay, so maybe the AAO can’t help you with every New Year’s resolution. If you want to try a trendy diet or drink more water, we’ll cheer you on. But if your resolutions are career-oriented, the AAO has the resources you need to make 2026 your best year ever!  

#1. Strengthen Your Expertise and Professional Connections. 
We have two incredible events planned for 2026: Winter Conference, happening January 23 – 26 in Phoenix, and Annual Session, May 1 – 3 in Orlando. Whether you join us for one (or both!), you’ll connect with orthodontists from around the world and learn from world-class speakers.  

#2. Defend the Specialty and Our Patients. 
When you make your 2026 contribution to AAOPAC, you help amplify the AAO’s influence in Washington, D.C. and in states across the country, protecting the specialty and patient health and safety. 

#3. Level Up Your Business and Leadership Skills. 
The AAO offers two distinctive programs to help orthodontists and office managers meet their professional development goals. Both are designed to fit your busy schedule (and offer group discounts), so stop procrastinating and get ahead! 

#4. Acquire New Patients
The AAO’s Practice Marketing Tools page offers videos you can drop directly into your social feeds, SEO- and AI-friendly content, simple patient handouts, plug-and-post social graphics, and built-in marketing support.  

#5. Stay on Top of Your CE Credits. 
Your CE Passport unlocks complimentary registration to our monthly live educational series, plus unlimited access to over 500 hours of online, on-demand lectures, available anytime, anywhere, from any device, making CE more convenient than ever.  

#6. Implement New Digital Solutions at the Office.  
AAO TechSelect helps you research digital solutions and technologies, including 3D printers, custom bracket systems and digital indirect bonding, remote treatment monitoring, and more. It’s so easy to compare products and explore costs and benefits!   

#7. January is Mental Wellness Month – Safeguard Your Mental Health. 
When you take care of yourself, you’re better able to support your staff, your patients, and the people in your life. The AAO Mental Wellness Task Force’s online resourcesare designed to help you, help yourself and help others. 

#8. Make It Easy for Consumers to Find You. 
Millions of consumers use the Find an Orthodontist webpage when they’re looking for a local orthodontist. Help them find you by keeping your office address and contact information up to date in your AAO member profile.  

#9. Make a Difference.  
There are so many ways to get involved with the AAO! Whether you’re looking for a significant impact or a smaller way to make a difference, you’ll inspire change, build connections, and help create a stronger AAO community. 

#10. Maximize Your AAO Membership. 
The AAO member website offers resources to make the most of your membership. Explore all your benefits, and maximize what the AAO can do for you. 

We hope you have a great year!  
(And maybe drink more water, whether that’s one of your resolutions or not.)