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Advancing Orthodontics
for 125 years
Join us for The World's Greatest Celebration of Orthodontics
The most highly anticipated orthodontic event of the year.
Grassroots Advocacy Volunteers Needed
Join the National Advocacy Network (NAN) to make a difference and ensure the future success of our grassroots influence in the U.S. and Canada.
From Small to Tall: Nurturing the Growth
of Pediatric Dentistry
& Orthodontics
2025 AAO Ortho Innovator Award Contest
Submissions due by January 31, 2025.
Learning & Professional Development
No matter where you are in your career, the AAO provides independent, objective learning resources to help you grow and succeed.
Simon Sinek + AAO Inspiring Leadership Program
"Become the leader you wish you had so you can run the practice youve always dreamed of." -Simon.
AAO Board Selects
Dr. India Collier to Serve
as Trustee At-Large
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.
What are you looking for today?
19,000
orthodontists
working together worldwide to promote and defend the specialty.
“The biggest reason to become a member is because we need to hear our voice…”
Dr. Anil Idiculla
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.
The resources you need every day.
Practice Management
Advocacy
Learning
Upcoming Events
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