Gain insights into discoveries and breakthroughs that are expanding our understanding of orthodontics by joining the Annual Session’s Scientific Advances path. Attend informative sessions on 3D printing research, craniofacial imaging and more, and learn how to incorporate the latest science into your practice.
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Discover the Latest Advances
- 3D Printing Evidence
- Airway Management
- CLP and impacted teeth
- Craniofacial Imaging
- Early Treatment
- Fail and recover
- Genetics and Occlusion
- Missing and Impacted Teeth
- Retention
- TMD
- Vertical Control
- White Spot Lesions
Event Highlights
Stay on the cutting edge of orthodontic research with Scientific Advances sessions led by top subject matter experts in the field. Join the following CE sessions and networking opportunities to expand your specialty knowledge through a front-seat view of peer-reviewed content with an emphasis on evidence-based dentistry.
Path content includes educational sessions, an inspirational keynote address and networking opportunities with exhibitors and your peers.
Saturday, April 22
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Engage Opening Keynote
9:00 a.m. – 6:45 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
9:10 a.m. – 4:40 p.m.
Concurrent CE Sessions
- Impacted and missing teeth
- Vertical control
- Hellman / Sicher / Graber Research Award Lectures
4:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
Opening Party
6:45 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Alumni and Global Receptions
Sunday, April 23
8:00 a.m. – 4:40 p.m.
Concurrent CE Sessions
- Airway management
- Early treatment
- Angle / Salzman / Mershon / Lifetime Achievement Award Lectures
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Career Fair
4:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
AAO Celebration Featuring RELAPSE
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
AAO Residents Reception
Monday, April 24
8:00 a.m. – 4:40 p.m.
Concurrent CE Sessions
- The effects of airway management
- Craniofacial imaging
- TMD
- White spot lesions
- 3D Printing evidence
- Retention
- CLP
- Genetics and occlusion
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open