Special Accommodations

Special membership accommodations are available for retired orthodontists, full-time faculty, and those who may qualify for dues waivers.

Contact Information Changes

Make changes to your contact information anytime via your AAO member profile.

Optional Add-On: CE Passport, Doctor + Staff  

Your subscription to CE Passport, Doctor + Staff includes registration for all AAO live webinars for doctors and staff, plus unlimited access to 500+ hours of on-demand content. CE Passport, Doctor + Staff also enrolls your staff in the Orthodontic Staff Club.

An annual subscription (for the period of June 1 through May 31) is only $170 – a savings of over $450 compared to a la carte pricing.  Subscribe or renew now.

Voluntary Contributions

• AAO Political Action Committee (AAOPAC) – The AAOPAC continues to be the Voice of Orthodontists—fighting for you on policy defense and offense in DC and across the states, so you can stay focused on what matters most: your patients and your practice. AAOPAC contributions can be accepted from AAO Members who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Payments are accepted by a personal credit card or checking account. Contribute now. 
• AAO Foundation – We invite you to consider a contribution to the AAO Foundation. Your investment and generosity continue important work and advances the specialty by growing for the next generation while also supporting members now. Learn more and give. 
• Gifted Smiles – Gifted Smiles connects children in need of orthodontic care with an AAO member who volunteer their services. As a volunteer, you will be matched with a child who, because of financial need, lacks access to care. Join this rewarding program and make a profound difference in the life of a child. To get started, call 314.292.6582 or email [email protected].
• Consumer Awareness Program (CAP) – Add an extra CAP contribution to help increase public awareness and promote orthodontic specialists. Contribute now.  

Join the World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO)

• Expand Your Knowledge – Access exclusive education, scientific resources, webinars, and global networking opportunities with leading orthodontists worldwide.
• Increase Your International Visibility – Enhance your professional profile, build international collaborations, and become part of a dynamic and inspiring professional community.
• Support a Strong Global Voice – Contribute to an international organization committed to advancing excellence, innovation, education, and patient care in orthodontics worldwide.

Together, we can shape the future of orthodontics and strengthen our specialty globally. To learn more about WFO and become a member, www.wfo.org.

Tax Information

Contributions or gifts to the AAO are not deductible as charitable contributions for U.S. federal income tax purposes. However, dues and assessments may be deductible as a business expense to the extent allowed based upon the tax consequences of AAO lobbying efforts. The AAO estimates that 10.96% of members’ national dues are not deductible for U.S. federal income tax purposes because of the AAO’s lobbying activities on behalf of our members and specialty. 

California Association of Orthodontists (CAO) Members

$10 per member collected will be contributed to the California Association of Orthodontists (CAO) Political Action Committee (PAC). To opt out, please email [email protected].

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