American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)

Overview:

Profession(s): Dental
Member Type(s): Dentists, Dental Laboratory Technicians, Dental Assistants, Hygienists, Researchers and Educators
Scope: National - United States
Formed: 1984
Members: 7,600
Address: 5401 World Dairy Drive, Madison, WI, 53718, USA
Website: www.aacd.com

Description:

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) is the largest international dental organization dedicated specifically to the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. Founded in 1984, the AACD has over 7600 members in the United States and more than 60 countries around the globe.

Mission/Aims:

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD) is dedicated to advancing excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry and encouraging the highest standards of ethical conduct and responsible patient care.

Principal Activities:

The AACD fulfills its mission by:

Offering superior educational opportunities;
Promoting and supporting a respected Accreditation credential;
Serving as a user-friendly and inviting forum for the creative exchange of knowledge and ideas; and,
Providing accurate and useful information to the public and the profession.

Member Benefits:

Accreditation
Annual AACD Scientific Session
Networking
The Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry
AACD Affiliates
AACD Membership Directory
AACD Member Marketing Kit
Patient Referral Service
AACD Advisory Councils
AACD Charitable Foundation
Publications
Business Partners

Training/Licensing/Certification:

Accreditation, CE providers of AGD, NADL and ADA-CERP.