Blog/News

April 17, 2020

How to Set Up Virtual Consultations with New Patients

As orthodontists look for ways to use their time productively while offices are closed, many are becoming interested in conducting virtual consultations with prospective patients. Access AAO-endorsed orthodontic staff training webinars, a virtual consultation platform and other ways to connect...

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April 16, 2020

2020 COLLEGE OF DIPLOMATES ANNUAL MEETING CANCELLED

Contact: Kristi Burmeister, College Executive Director Phone: 888-217-2988, association.info@icloud.com The College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics regretfully announces the cancellation of the 2020 College Annual Meeting that was scheduled to be held July 10 – 13 in...

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April 14, 2020

AAO Has Answers!

My Orthodontist’s Office Is Closed, What Does That Mean for My Treatment? Orthodontic Office Closed? Here’s How to Care for Your Smile Between Orthodontic Visits Handling Orthodontic Issues at Home

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April 13, 2020

Quick Links – Items You May Have Missed

Sign Up for FREE AAO2020 – A Virtual Experience for access to recorded lectures Virtual Visit Workflow – Courtesy of Dr. Michelle Neal Virtual Visit Video – Courtesy of Dr. Kyle Fagala/Neon Canvas Keep Your Team Engaged, Build Excitement for...

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April 13, 2020

Residents’ Resources: Help for Planning Beyond COVID-19

Orthodontic residents may be wondering how COVID-19 will impact residency, graduation as well as future jobs. Rest assured, orthodontic residency programs and institutions are doing their best to keep up in these changing times. Additionally, many residency programs are taking...

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April 9, 2020

Free Recorded Lectures from the AAO

Dr. Peter Ngan presented “Contemporary Use of Fixed Functional Appliances for Treatment of Class II Malocclusions” available now online. https://aaoinfo.digitellinc.com/aaoinfo/sessions/2294/view (1.25 CE)  Cain Watters & Associates presented “Understanding the CARES Act” available now online. https://go.cainwatters.com/l/467721/2020-04-06/866g4 (NOT FOR CE) 

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April 9, 2020

Upcoming Webinars – FREE to AAO Members

Mary Beth Kirkpatrick will present “Leverage Your Downtime for a Strong Recovery” on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at 7:30pm CT. https://aaoinfo.digitellinc.com/aaoinfo/live/403/page/1888 (1.25 CE) Dr. Michelle Neal will present “Managing Your Practice During Crisis” on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at 11:00am CT. https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6n7EL50ATOuyZ7a6apSWaw (NOT FOR...

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April 9, 2020

AAO’s Board of Trustees voted to assemble a COVID-19 task force

The task force will be comprised of members of relevant AAO Councils, including the Council on Governmental Affairs, the Council on Scientific Affairs, and the Council on Orthodontic Practice. The task force will also include outside subject matter experts on relevant...

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April 8, 2020

AAO Intends to Shape Orthodontic Specific Guidelines Post COVID-19

The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) anticipates that when the current COVID-19 pandemic begins to subside, regulatory agencies like the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, the Centers for Disease Control, the Department of Health and Human Services, or analogous state...

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April 6, 2020

Bentson Copple Releases CARES ACT Summary

Download Bentson Copple & Associates’ free CARES ACT Summary

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