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AACD is excited to share that our 2025 scientific session in San Diego, CA, will feature 60 exhibitors and four Demo Zon... Read More
Dentistry, while incredibly rewarding, can often feel isolating. Many dental professionals work in solo practices or sma... Read More
The AACD scientific session has long been the premier destination for hands-on learning in dental esthetics, with its wo... Read More
The demand for cosmetic procedures is booming—Americans spent nearly $12 billion on them last year alone. With interest ... Read More
As the AACD 2025 Scientific Session approaches, we are thrilled to welcome the world's top cosmetic dentists to San ... Read More
The AACD 2025 Annual Scientific Session promises to be an unparalleled experience in cosmetic dental education, bringing... Read More
As the AACD 2025 Scientific Session approaches, we're excited to spotlight one of the most anticipated sessions, led... Read More
A new, non-clinical lecture room experience at AACD 2025 San Diego | Presented by All-Star Dental Academy This series ... Read More
by Richard Coates, BDS, AAACD Color, hue, chroma, and value in a composite restoration will help us create an acceptable... Read More
Join us for a spectacular evening at our Celebration of Excellence “All That Glitters” Awards Dinner. This year, we inv... Read More
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The holiday season is a special time for generosity, a moment when we come together to support causes that uplift others... Read More
Dentistry, while incredibly rewarding, can often feel isolating. Many dental professionals work in solo practices or sma... Read More
Are you ready to take your dental career to the next level? The 2025 Esthetic Skills Studio Study Club is here to transf... Read More
Are you passionate about perfecting your craft in esthetic dentistry? Here's why every dentist serious about refinin... Read More
The AACD Celebration of Excellence Award statuette has been dubbed “The Evy,” in honor of the late Dr. Jeffrey Golub-Eva... Read More
by Saiesha Mistry, MsC, AAACD AACD Educator: A title that resonates with prestige and excellence. And when it’s the firs... Read More
Flexible learning is a method of learning where students are given freedom in how, what, when, and where they learn. Kee... Read More
The AACD Celebration of Excellence Award statuette has been dubbed “The Evy,” in honor of the late Dr. Jeffrey Golub-Eva... Read More
The AACD is proud to congratulate the winners of our 2022 Smile Portrait Competition. Let's get to know the winners ... Read More
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) announced the newest members to be elected to AACD volunteer leadershi... Read More
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As any Accredited Esthetic Dental Professional knows, photography is the cornerstone of successful case submissions in t... Read More
The benefits of having a heart for esthetic excellence Human Connection: One of the most beautiful aspects of the AACD A... Read More
Ready to take your dentistry to the next level? What is the AACD Dental Dojo Advanced Study Club? A dojo is a place for... Read More
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) recently recognized nine dental professionals who have demonstrated th... Read More
Embarking on your Accreditation journey? Join AACD's Written Examination Committee (WEC) as they equip you with indi... Read More
By Salvatore Lotardo, DDS, AAACD, AACD Accreditation Chairman Understanding the Importance of Line Angles Line angles re... Read More
Join us in welcoming these six clinicians who have achieved AACD Accredited status. The Accreditation process, which was... Read More
Becoming an Accredited Fellow member in the AACD is the highest level of achievement obtainable within the Academy. In a... Read More
by Frank Milnar, DDS, AAACD Candidates pursuing Accreditation must demonstrate clinical excellence and knowledge of the ... Read More
Did you know you have access to an entire curriculum of Accreditation courses, workshops, and lectures on AACD CEntral o... Read More
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AACD is excited to share that our 2025 scientific session in San Diego, CA, will feature 60 exhibitors and four Demo Zon... Read More
The countdown to AACD 2025 in San Diego has officially begun! We’re thrilled to announce the release of the AACD 2025 Pr... Read More
The AACD scientific session has long been the premier destination for hands-on learning in dental esthetics, with its wo... Read More
As the AACD 2025 Scientific Session approaches, we are thrilled to welcome the world's top cosmetic dentists to San ... Read More
The AACD 2025 Annual Scientific Session promises to be an unparalleled experience in cosmetic dental education, bringing... Read More
As the AACD 2025 Scientific Session approaches, we're excited to spotlight one of the most anticipated sessions, led... Read More
A new, non-clinical lecture room experience at AACD 2025 San Diego | Presented by All-Star Dental Academy This series ... Read More
Join us for a spectacular evening at our Celebration of Excellence “All That Glitters” Awards Dinner. This year, we inv... Read More
As the world of cosmetic dentistry continues to evolve, one event remains at the forefront of innovation, education, and... Read More
Join Give Back a Smile for a remarkable evening aboard the private yacht, Emerald Hornblower, for our annual Give Back a... Read More
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by Richard Coates, BDS, AAACD Color, hue, chroma, and value in a composite restoration will help us create an acceptable... Read More
by Celine Higton, BDS The application of the rubber dam is seen by many dentists as a stressful exercise that only serve... Read More
by Gesica Horn, DDS, FAACD When facing complex problems, patients may find the cost of treatment, even as an entry point... Read More
by Hugh Flax, DDS, AAACD Want more insight about how digital dentistry can work for you? My new course on AACD CEntral o... Read More
by Robert Stanley, DDS, PHD, MS, FAGD, DABOI, FAAID, DICOI Immediate implant placement in anterior site offers numerous ... Read More
According to the Dental Industry Association of Canada (DIAC)’s Twelfth Annual Future of Dentistry Survey in 2020, 26% o... Read More
by Camile Zelen, DDS, AAACD Want to better understand the different compositions of routinely used composites available ... Read More
by Salvatore Lotardo, DDS, AAACD Treatment decisions for missing maxillary laterals involve interdisciplinary diagnoses ... Read More
by Richard Miron, DDS, BMSC, MSc, PhD Facial esthetics has become one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. As... Read More
by Susan McMahon, DMD, AAACD Have you ever left Facebook feeling bad about yourself? "Compare and despair" is a human tr... Read More
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The demand for cosmetic procedures is booming—Americans spent nearly $12 billion on them last year alone. With interest ... Read More
By AACD Accredited Dentist Christian W. Hahn, DDS, AAACD Whether it's due to the stressful and uncertain state of ou... Read More
As dental professionals, we often find ourselves immersed in perfecting our clinical skills, striving to provide the bes... Read More
by Phil Chahine, DMD, FAGD The landscape of today’s workforce has changed dramatically and, in the past several years, t... Read More
In the dynamic landscape of dentistry, the value of understanding the true worth of your dental practice and planning a ... Read More
Practice profitability for dentists depends on a combination of factors that contribute to revenue generation and cost m... Read More
Sponsored by Rosemont Media How much should I budget to market my dental practice online? The biggest key when developin... Read More
Sponsored by Compliancy Group Feeling overwhelmed by the sudden arrival of a HIPAA audit from the Office for Civil Right... Read More
Now available on AACD CEntral online learning platform for AACD members! Dental practice transitions are not just about ... Read More
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Invisalign has transformed the field of orthodontics by providing an inconspicuous alternative to traditional braces. Ma... Read More
In a world where dental practices often blend in with one another, Paste Dental intentionally positions itself as a life... Read More
Marketing for your dental practice just got a new intern—and, great news, it’s free. If you’re struggling to keep up wit... Read More
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way businesses approach marketing strategies—including the dental i... Read More
Dentists who want to attract more patients must have a strong online presence, including an improved Google map ranking ... Read More
When we think about "marketing" in our practices, we often limit ourselves to ideas of promotion and advertising. We foc... Read More
by Bobbi Stanley, DDS Want to expand and grow your practice but not sure how? Join me, a dental practice owner and found... Read More
If you want a successful, growing dental practice, you need a solid marketing strategy. And for that, you’ll probably ne... Read More
As a cosmetic dentist, it's essential that your practice is visible online and easily accessible to potential aesthe... Read More
A dental practice in California has been ordered to pay a $23,000 fine and follow a corrective action plan after the den... Read More
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