Advocacy & the DC Dance
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...
Learn More »2021 NESO Cup Winners Announced!
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...
Learn More »An Invitation from Dan Stuart
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...
Learn More »Advocacy: Are You a Spectator or Participant?
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...
Learn More »Member Spotlight: Dr. Paul McKenna, Jr. DMD
100 YEARS OF FAMILY HISTORY IN ORTHODONTICS In short, our family’s orthodontic journey began with George and Margaret McKenna. They had a son, Earnest McKenna, who went to dental school in the early 1900’s. His older brother, Paul, initially...
Learn More »AAO Annual Session
As a reminder, Annual Session will be held in a virtual setting. It’s not too late to register! You can register as late as Sunday, June 27 at the close of the event. Lectures will be available online for 30-days...
Learn More »ADVOCACY SUMMER COOLER
As we head into the summer months, there are pending bills currently in legislative sessions throughout the northeast. The primary topics are Teledentistry (Telehealth), Mid-Level Providers (Dental Therapists), and Assignment of Benefits (AOB). These three topics will have a dramatic...
Learn More »The AAO Urges Members to Take Cybersecurity Threats Seriously
The AAO Urges Members to Take Cybersecurity Threats Seriously The AAO recently informed members of the urgent threat posed by cyber-attacks. Recent news, including the cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline, demonstrates the devastating impact these attacks can have on an orthodontic practice. ...
Learn More »Introducing the AAO TechSelect Program
As announced recently by the AAO, “TechSelect is a comprehensive, unbiased resource for in-house fabrication of aligners. Through this program, members can learn about the process, research products, and save money by locking in the best prices from trusted partners. ...
Learn More »AAO Gears Up for 2021 Virtual Annual Session
Dear Colleagues, As we turn the page to a new fiscal year it is my pleasure to update you about the latest developments from the AAO. Did you ever wonder why you get your AAO dues notice around June 1...
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