“The AAO continuously works to protect the public and orthodontic profession. A recent effort engaged a bipartisan group within Congress to request a study of Direct-to-Consumer advertising practices for medical devices. This includes mail-ordering orthodontic treatment. You can read the full letter...
The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) certified or recertified 367 orthodontists during the second and third quarters of 2021, including the July 2021 Scenario-Based Clinical Examination. ABO Board Certification is a voluntary credential that represents an orthodontist’s personal and public...
Interest and demand in the Scenario-based Clinical Examination continues to be solid with most examinations reaching full capacity. Clinical Examinations in 2021 were conducted in February, July and November 2021. Examinations now take place at testing centers worldwide with travel...
Fellow NESO Colleagues, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very happy holiday season in 2021. I was inducted as NESO’s President at the annual meeting in Boston and I am indeed humbled to be...
At this time of year, I was looking to what New Year resolutions could lift me up and reignite my enthusiasm, after an extended period of unprecedented times. I have two good ideas and felt they were worth sharing, as...
NESO held its 2021 Annual Meeting and 100-Year Celebration on November 13 at the Ritz Carlton, Boston. Given the local restrictions in space and attendance, we were only able to welcome 150 members this year, but their energy and enthusiasm...
Recently, I had the privilege to attend the ADA Webinar for state dental association executive directors and officers where Mr. Michael Graham, the ADA’s Advocacy Guru, spoke glowingly about the membership’s response in contacting their congressional representatives on the subject...
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2021 Second Annual NESO Cup Competition, which was held on Friday, November 12 as part of the 2021 NESO Experience. Each accredited orthodontic program in the NESO region was be permitted to...
You’re Invited Why am I so happy for you? Because your entire NESO Board of Directors and the AAO have just made this Fall one of the best ever. Looking for an in-person meeting? How about the Ritz Carlton on...
Are you a spectator or a participant? Dentists may participate in politics in many ways. They can write their Representative or Senator, or work in for a candidate or political party. They can make presentations to their local school board...