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How do you navigate AACD 2024 National Harbor to ensure you get the most bang for your buck, learn the most you can, and... Read More
Calling all rad dental professionals! Can you believe it's been four decades since the American Academy of Cosmetic ... Read More
by Robert Stanley, DDS, PHD, MS, FAGD, DABOI, FAAID, DICOI Immediate implant placement in anterior site offers numerous ... Read More
Coming to you live at AACD 2024, William C. Strupp, Jr., DDS, FAACD and Michael W. Brumm DMD, CDT, FAACD, will present "... Read More
Whether you’re ready to get started on your Accreditation journey at AACD 2024 National Harbor, or you just want to adva... Read More
By Salvatore Lotardo, DDS, AAACD, AACD Accreditation Chairman Understanding the Importance of Line Angles Line angles re... Read More
"National Harbor is an ideal destination for individuals, couples, and families. Located along the Potomac River on 350 ... 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
When you attend the AACD Scientific Session, you are choosing to surround yourself with greatness. The AACD Annual Scien... Read More
by Camile Zelen, DDS, AAACD Want to better understand the different compositions of routinely used composites available ... Read More

AACD News 

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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 will continue its residency program in 2023 with three new preceptors, each an Accredited Member or Accredited ... 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
The AACD was thrilled to finally have the chance to bestow our coveted AACD Evy Awards upon our deserving winners at AAC... Read More
AACD Accredited Member, Marilyn Calvo, DDS, AAACD, of Hidden Hills, California, was inaugurated as President of the Amer... Read More
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) is proud to recognize the hard work and dedication of the following st... Read More
The Smile Portrait Competition right around the corner! What is this competition, you ask? Every smile has a story. Some... Read More
They give back. They’re generous. They pay it forward. Most AACDers are aware of the great work being done through our C... Read More
By Lisa Fitch, CAE, Director of AACD Charitable Foundation Through its flagship Give Back a Smile program, the AACD Char... Read More
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AACD Accreditation 

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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
Join us in welcoming these three clinicians who have achieved AACD Accredited status. The Accreditation process, which w... Read More
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) is happy to recognize the efforts that six dental professionals have d... Read More
Becoming an Accredited Fellow member in the AACD is the highest honor obtainable within the Academy. In addition to meet... Read More
Becoming Accredited member in the AACD is an honor and can only be achieved by completing a rigorous credentialing proce... Read More
You’re the best in the business—at the top of your field. You’re a cosmetic dentistry superhero! When you’re at the pinn... Read More
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Conference News 

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How do you navigate AACD 2024 National Harbor to ensure you get the most bang for your buck, learn the most you can, and... Read More
Since 1999, the AACD Charitable Foundation’s Give Back a Smile (GBAS) program has connected adult survivors of domestic/... Read More
Calling all rad dental professionals! Can you believe it's been four decades since the American Academy of Cosmetic ... Read More
Coming to you live at AACD 2024, William C. Strupp, Jr., DDS, FAACD and Michael W. Brumm DMD, CDT, FAACD, will present "... Read More
Whether you’re ready to get started on your Accreditation journey at AACD 2024 National Harbor, or you just want to adva... Read More
"National Harbor is an ideal destination for individuals, couples, and families. Located along the Potomac River on 350 ... Read More
When you attend the AACD Scientific Session, you are choosing to surround yourself with greatness. The AACD Annual Scien... Read More
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry is excited to welcome you to our 40th  Annual Scientific Session! Catch the w... Read More
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Clinical Insights 

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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
by Bernie B. Villadiego, DDS, AAACD When choosing a cosmetic dentist, many prospective patients review before and after ... Read More
by Devin McClintock, DDS When I joined the AACD straight after dental school, my focus was on improving efficient and re... Read More
by Marshall Hanson, DDS, FAACD More than ever, consumers are seeking solutions to their dental esthetic concerns that re... Read More
by Marina Ambridge, DDS I am excited to discuss the role of photography in dentistry in my new course, Dental Photograph... Read More
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Practice Management 

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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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Ever feel stressed at work? This new course on AACD CEntral online learning platform will help you define stress, pressu... Read More
A big complaint among cosmetic dentists is not getting enough high-ticket cases and struggling to find the right patient... Read More
by Paul Miklhi, DDS Are you wondering how to transition a PPT office to a fee-for-service office? My newest course on AA... Read More
Writing a bio for your cosmetic dental website can be a bit daunting. But this is one time when it’s essential. The dent... Read More
By AACD Accredited Member Christian W. Hahn, DDS, AAACD Whether it's due to the stressful and uncertain state of our... Read More
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Practice Marketing 

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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
Three perspectives, three CEUs, and free for AACD members! Your brand is a reflection of who you are and the way you pat... Read More
By Keith Humes, CEO, Rosemont Media In today's digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for the succe... Read More
Can you actually be on social media and be HIPAA compliant? The thought makes most dentists shudder. But the truth is yo... Read More
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