Empowering Dentists to Practice Orthodontics

Why Choose AOS?

The American Orthodontic Society has been offering Orthodontic Courses, Mentorship, and Support for over 50 years. Here are just a few of the reasons doctors have chosen AOS for their orthodontic education.

Education

Mentorship

Credentialing

Nonprofit

The basic straight wire course by Dr. Williams is truly eye-opening. The content is challenging yet very thorough and well organized. Dr. Williams guides you...
a month ago
Julie Jeong (Julie)
The AOS Institute offers an exceptional educational experience, with state-of-the-art facilities, expert professors, and a supportive atmosphere that fosters hands-on Orthodontic Training for General Dentists,...
5 months ago
James Goldsmith
Wonderful experience. Great speakers. I learned a lot. AOS community feels like family. I always feel welcome there. So proud to be a part of...
6 months ago
NeShiG

More than 15,000 dental professionals have chosen AOS as their education partner for orthodontics

Courses and Events

All Courses and Events

200 CE HRs

10 Sessions

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Bradford Williams, DDS

Comprehensive Straight Wire Orthodontics Course

Level 1

Course Start Dates

Oct 3 - 4, 2025

Mar 6 - 7, 2026

Oct 2 - 3, 2026

120 CE HRs

6 Sessions

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Bradford Williams, DDS

Straight Wire Orthodontics Course

Level 2 (Intermediate)

Course Start Dates

Apr 24 - 25, 2026

22 CE HRs

2 Sessions

Matthew Standridge
Matthew Standridge, DDS

Clear Aligner Bootcamp

Course Start Dates

Mar 13 - 14, 2026

Sept 11 - 12, 2026

56 CE HRs

2 Sessions

Dr. Amar Pattani
Amar Pattani, DDS

In-Office Aligners Course

Course Start Dates

Mar 13 - 14, 2026

192 CE HRs

12 Sessions

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Bradford Williams, DDS

Premier Straight Wire Orthodontics Clinical Residency

Course Start Dates

Nov 21 - 22, 2025

16 CE HRs

1 Sessions

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Bradford Williams, DDS

Introduction to TADs (Temporary Anchorage Device) - Hands-on

Course Start Dates

Oct 18, 2025

Oct 17, 2026

128 CE HRs

8 Sessions

Dr. Dahm
Jeff Dahm, DDS

Airway Focused Pediatric Care

Course Start Dates

Jan 23 - 24, 2026

20 CE HRs

1 Sessions

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Susan Coffey, RDA

Orthodontic Assistant Training Course

Straight Wire

Course Start Dates

Feb 6 - 7, 2026

July 24 - 25, 2026

8 CE HRs

1 Sessions

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Susan Coffey, RDA

Intermediate Orthodontic Assistant Training Course

Straight Wire

Course Start Dates

Aug 8, 2026

10 CE HRs

6 Lessons

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AOS Diplomate Committee

Diplomate Review Course

Preparation for Fellowship & Diplomate credentialing levels

On-Demand Virtual

Includes test for Fellowship level

200 CE HRs

10 Sessions

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Bradford Williams, DDS

Comprehensive Straight Wire Orthodontics Course

Level 1

On-Demand Virtual

Full 10 Session Course

Includes all hands-on exercises

1 CE HR

1 Lesson

Dr. Dahm
Jeff Dahm, DDS

Growing Beautiful Faces

Epigenetics Effect on Facial Growth

On-Demand Virtual

1 CE HR

1 Lesson

Dr. Bill Wyatt DDS
William E Wyatt Sr, DDS

Longevity of Non-Surgical Class III Treatment

A rare look at a case over 37 years

On-Demand Virtual

14 CE HRs

2 Full Days

Intermediate to Advanced Topics

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Multiple Speakers

AOS Spring Meeting

Hosted by Academy of Diplomates

Event Dates

Apr 17 - 18, 2026

15 CE HRs

4 Lessons

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Multiple Speakers

Spring Meeting 2024 Replay

Limited to AOS Members only

On-Demand Virtual

Doctor Courses

200 CE HRs

10 Sessions

Brad Williams DDS headshot
Bradford Williams, DDS

Comprehensive Straight Wire Orthodontics Course

Level 1

Course Start Dates

Oct 3 - 4, 2025

Oct 2 - 3, 2026

120 CE HRs

6 Sessions

Brad Williams DDS headshot
Bradford Williams, DDS

Straight Wire Orthodontics Course

Level 2 (Intermediate)

Course Start Dates

Apr 24 - 25, 2026

22 CE HRs

2 Sessions

Matthew Standridge
Matthew Standridge, DDS

Clear Aligner Bootcamp

Course Start Dates

Mar 13 - 14, 2026

Sept 11 - 12, 2026

56 CE HRs

2 Sessions

Dr. Amar Pattani
Amar Pattani, DDS

In-Office Aligners Course

Course Start Dates

Mar 13 - 14, 2026

128 CE HRs

8 Sessions

Dr. Dahm
Jeff Dahm, DDS

Airway Focused Pediatric Care

Course Start Dates

Jan 23 - 24, 2026

192 CE HRs

12 Sessions

Brad Williams DDS headshot
Bradford Williams, DDS

Premier Straight Wire Orthodontics Clinical Residency

Course Start Dates

Nov 21 - 22, 2025

16 CE HRs

1 Sessions

Brad Williams DDS headshot
Bradford Williams, DDS

Introduction to TADs (Temporary Anchorage Device) - Hands-on

Course Start Dates

Oct 17 - 18, 2025

Oct 16 - 17, 2026

200 CE HRs

10 Sessions

Brad Williams DDS headshot
Bradford Williams, DDS

Comprehensive Straight Wire Orthodontics Course

Level 1

On-Demand Virtual

Full 10 Session Course

Includes all hands-on exercises

1 CE HR

1 Lesson

Dr. Dahm
Jeff Dahm, DDS

Growing Beautiful Faces

Epigenetics Effect on Facial Growth

On-Demand Virtual

1 CE HR

1 Lesson

Dr. Bill Wyatt DDS
William E Wyatt Sr, DDS

Longevity of Non-Surgical Class III Treatment

A rare look at a case over 37 years

On-Demand Virtual

15 CE HRs

4 Lessons

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Multiple Speakers

Spring Meeting 2024 Replay

Limited to AOS Members only

On-Demand Virtual

10 CE HRs

6 Lessons

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AOS Diplomate Committee

Diplomate Review Course

Preparation for Fellowship & Diplomate credentialing levels

On-Demand Virtual

Includes test for Fellowship level

16+ CE HRs

2 Full Days

Intermediate to Advanced Topics

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Multiple Speakers

TMD Symposium

Course Start Dates

June 26 - 27, 2026

Dental Team Courses

20 CE HRs

1 Sessions

Susan Coffey headshot
Susan Coffey, RDA

Orthodontic Assistant Training Course

Straight Wire

Course Start Dates

Feb 6 - 7, 2026

July 24 - 25, 2026

8 CE HRs

1 Sessions

Susan Coffey headshot
Susan Coffey, RDA

Intermediate Orthodontic Assistant Training Course

Straight Wire

Course Start Dates

Aug 8, 2026

56 CE HRs

2 Sessions

Dr. Amar Pattani
Amar Pattani, DDS

In-Office Aligners Course

Course Start Dates

Mar 13 - 14, 2026

22 CE HRs

2 Sessions

Matthew Standridge
Matthew Standridge, DDS

Clear Aligner Bootcamp

Course Start Dates

Mar 13 - 14, 2026

Sept 11 - 12, 2026

128 CE HRs

8 Sessions

Dr. Dahm
Jeff Dahm, DDS

Airway Focused Pediatric Care

Course Start Dates

Jan 23 - 24, 2026

National Meetings

20+ CE HRs

3 Full Days

Doctor and Team Tracks

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15+ Speakers

AOS Annual Meeting

Education, Recognition, Fun Activities

Event Dates

Sep 17 - 19, 2026

14 CE HRs

2 Full Days

Intermediate to Advanced Topics

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Multiple Speakers

AOS Spring Meeting

Hosted by Academy of Diplomates

Event Dates

Apr 17 - 18, 2026

16+ CE HRs

2 Full Days

Intermediate to Advanced Topics

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Multiple Speakers

TMD Symposium

Hosted by the AOS, open to ONLY members of the Society. 

Event Dates

June 26 - 27, 2026

Virtual Courses

200 CE HRs

10 Sessions

Brad Williams DDS headshot
Bradford Williams, DDS

Comprehensive Straight Wire Orthodontics Course

Level 1

On-Demand Virtual

Full 10 Session Course

Includes all hands-on exercises

1 CE HR

1 Lesson

Dr. Bill Wyatt DDS
William E Wyatt Sr, DDS

Longevity of Non-Surgical Class III Treatment

A rare look at a case over 37 years

On-Demand Virtual

1 CE HR

1 Lesson

Dr. Dahm
Jeff Dahm, DDS

Growing Beautiful Faces

Epigenetics Effect on Facial Growth

On-Demand Virtual

15 CE HRs

4 Lessons

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Multiple Speakers

Spring Meeting 2024 Replay

Limited to AOS Members only

On-Demand Virtual

10 CE HRs

6 Lessons

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AOS Diplomate Committee

Diplomate Review Course

Preparation for Fellowship & Diplomate credentialing levels

On-Demand Virtual

Includes test for Fellowship level

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Event Type

Virtual Course
In-Person Course
In-Clinic Course
National Events

Course Level

Entry Level
Intermediate Level
Advanced Level

Practice Role

Doctor
Dental Assistant/Hygienist
Front Office

Other

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AOS Institute

1785 TX-26, Suite 130, Grapevine, TX 76051

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Conveniently Located In

Grapevine, TX

  • 5 Minutes from DFW Airport
  • 29 Minutes from Dallas Love Field Airport
  • Cutting Edge A/V and Classroom Environment
  • Hands-on Workshops
  • 5 Hotels within walking distance
  • Family friendly accommodations
    • Great Wolf Lodge & Water Park
    • The Vineyards Cabins & Campgrounds
    • Gaylord Texan Resort & Water Park
  • Grapevine Golf Course
  • Grapevine Lake Marina
  • Lego Land Grapevine
  • Bass Pro Shop

Lodging & Recreaction

  • Big Daddy’s Cantina
  • Harvest Hall Food Hall
  • Big Fish Seafood
  • Mi Dia Scratch Kitchen
  • Winewood Grill
  • Crisp & Green

Dining Experiences

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