The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

Setting the standard for esthetic dental excellence through a connected community, superior education, and our globally recognized 
advanced credential.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

connects industry professionals with each other and the resources they need to succeed.

Join The Academy Renew My Membership AACD AccrEDITATION Annual Scientific Session READ THE JCD Patient Resources GIVE BACK A SMILE

Who we are...

AACD SETS THE STANDARD FOR ESTHETIC EXCELLENCE:

 
  • We provide superior educational opportunities & world-class Mentorship.
  • We offer the opportunity to achieve our globally recognized advanced credential in Cosmetic Dentistry.
  • WE ARE A COMMUNITY OF DENTAL PROFESSIONALS COMMITTED TO the well-being of patients & have a passion for philanthropy.
  • WE promote the highest standards of ethical conduct & responsible patient care.
BECOME A MEMBER

This is our why...

These are our people...

We Have Higher Standards with Proven Results
Research shows AACD member dentists generate 25% more practice production than non-members.

A word from the AACD Community...

Dr. Aiken | Building a Cosmetic Dentistry Legacy

From merging three practices to mastering esthetic excellence, Dr. Aiken turns to AACD for community, credibility, an...  Read More

"There’s this camaraderie you will get and bonds with other members that will come; that is so unique to the AACD."

AACD Accredited | Keerti Sahasrabudhe, DDS, AAACD

Dr. Jocelynn Vida Sustaita  | From Scratch To Stunning 

After graduating from UNLV School of Dental Medicine in 2014, Dr. Jocelynn Vida Sustaita embarked on a bold journey to create a dental practice that... Read More

 

Live from the AACD Newsroom...

Master Esthetic Lecture Series Returns in 2026

World-Class Experts and Transformative Insights

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry’s Master Esthetic Lecture Series is back for the 2026 Scientific Session, bringing together some of the most re...

Learn More

Increase Dentist and Technician Collaboration

Available in CEntral

In the past, dentists and technicians did not truly "collaborate." Each had separate roles and responsibilities, and communication between the two was not a pri...

Learn More

2026 Study Club Curriculum Packs a Punch

Enrollment Now Open

Are you ready to elevate your esthetic dentistry skills in an intimate, hands-on learning environment? Enrollment is now open for the AACD Esthetic Skills Studi...

Learn More

Industry News...

Press Release:

Clinician’s choice® announces 2026 aruba dental conference speaker line-up

Learn More

Press Release:

Ivoclar and vhf strengthen partnership with IPS e.max® CAD validation on additional milling machines

Learn More