American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)

Overview:

Profession(s): Orthodontics
Member Type(s): Orthodontists
Scope: National - United States
Formed: 1900
Members: 15,000
Address: 401 North Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63141-7816, USA
Phone: 314-993-1700
Fax: 314-997-1745
Email: info@aaortho.org
Website: www.braces.org

Description:

Professional organization for educationally qualified orthodontists.

Mission/Aims:

The purposes of the American Association of Orthodontists are to advance the art and science of orthodontics; to encourage and sponsor research; to strive for and maintain the highest standards of excellence in orthodontic education and practice; and to make significant contributions to the health of the public.

Principal Activities:

Service to members
Scientific meetings
Continuing education
Consumer education
Legislative advocacy

Member Benefits:

Continuing education opportunities for members and ancillary staff; monthly scientific journal; member newsletter; insurance products (U.S. members only); legislative advocacy; library services; marketing assistance; members-only Web site; practice opportunities service.

Training/Licensing/Certification:

Continuing education provider for orthodontists and ancillary staff.

Affiliations:

Our member Associations, Chapters, Divisions:
Northeastern Society of Orthodontists
Mid-Atlantic Society of Orthodontists
Southern Association of Orthodontists
Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists
Midwestern Society of Orthodontists
Southwestern Society of Orthodontists
Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontsts

Partner Associations:
American Board of Orthodontics
American Dental Association
Canadian Association of Orthodontists
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
American Academy of Periodontology
American Association of Endodontists
American Association of Public Health Dentistry
American College of Prosthodontists
American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

Verification Criteria:

U.S. and Canada - if the orthodontist has completed an additional two to three years of study beyond dental school in an accredited orthodontic residency program.

Additional Information:

Only those who have completed an additional two to three years of study beyond dental school in an accredited orthodontic residency program may call themselves "orthodontists." Only orthodontists are elgible for membership in the American Association of Orthodontists.