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...
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9 months ago
Julie Jeong (Julie)
We held our National Sales Meeting at the AOS Institute. Beautiful facility with everything we needed! Khaliya and Emily were wonderful with helping us to...
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a year ago
Nicole Annicchiarico
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,...
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a year ago
James Goldsmith

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

Courses and Events

All Courses and Events 18Doctor Courses 16Dental Team 6National Meetings 3Virtual Courses 6

Doctor Courses

🎓 200 CE Hrs📚 Year 1 - 5 Sessions | Year 2 - 5 Sessions (Monitor)
In-Person CourseHands-on ExercisesDoctorEntry Level
Bradford R Williams, DDS, DAOSBradford R Williams, DDS, DAOS

Comprehensive Straight Wire Orthodontics Course

Level 1 (Basic)

Registration Open
$6,405
Course Start Dates
October 2, 2026 - February 6, 2027
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Session 1: October 2-3, 2026
Session 2: November 6-7, 2026
Session 3: December 4-5, 2026
Session 4: January 8-9, 2027
Session 5: February 5-6, 2027
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🎓 120 CE Hrs📚 Year 1 - 3 Sessions | Year 2 - 3 Sessions (Monitor)
In-Person CourseHands-on ExercisesDoctorIntermediate
Bradford R Williams, DDS, DAOSBradford R Williams, DDS, DAOS

Straight Wire Orthodontics Course

Level 2 (Intermediate)

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🎓 192 CE Hrs📚 Year 1 - 6 Sessions | Year 2 - 6 Sessions (Monitor)
In-Person CourseDoctorIntermediateIn-Clinic Course
Bradford R Williams, DDS, DAOSBradford R Williams, DDS, DAOS

Premier Comprehensive Orthodontics Clinical Immersion Program

Registration Open
$12,990
Upcoming Sessions
July 10-11, 2026
September 25-26, 2026
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🎓 16 CE Hrs📚 Year 1 - 1 Day | Year 2 - 1 Day (Monitor)
In-Person CourseHands-on ExercisesDoctorAdvanced
Bradford R Williams, DDS, DAOSBradford R Williams, DDS, DAOS

Introduction to TADs

Temporary Anchorage Devices

Registration Open
$2,045
Course Start Dates
October 17, 2026
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🎓 22 CE Hrs📚 Year 1 - 1 Session | Year 2 - 1 Session (Monitor)
In-Person CourseHands-on ExercisesDoctorDental TeamEntry Level
Matthew Standridge, DDS, FAGDMatthew Standridge, DDS, FAGD

Clear Aligner Bootcamp

Predictable Lab Created Aligner Outcomes

Registration Open
$845
Course Start Dates
September 11-12, 2026
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🎓 16 CE Hrs📚 1 Session (2 Days)
In-Person CourseDoctorDental TeamEntry Level
Matthew Standridge, DDS, FAGDMatthew Standridge, DDS, FAGD

Self-Ligation & Variable Force Systems

Registration Open
$845
Course Start Dates
October 9-10, 2026
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🎓 128 CE Hrs📚 Year 1 - 4 Sessions | Year 2 - 4 Sessions (Monitor)
In-Person CourseDoctorDental TeamIntermediate
Jeffrey Dahm, DDSJeffrey Dahm, DDS

Airway Focused Pediatric Care

This 2-day, hands-on course teaches experienced dental professionals how to diagnose and implement airway-focused orthodontic and myofunctional treatments from infancy through the teen years.

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🎓 48 CE Hrs📚 Year 1 - 3 Sessions | Year 2 - 3 Sessions (Monitor)
In-Person CourseHands-on ExercisesDoctorEntry Level
Susan Tiede, DDSSusan Tiede, DDS

Early Treatment of Malocclusions

Interceptive Pediatric

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VIRTUAL
🎓 1.5 CE Hrs📚 Quarterly
Virtual CourseDoctorIntermediateAdvanced
Multiple SpeakersMultiple Speakers

The AOS Study Club

Join fellow GPs and pediatric dentists quarterly for focused clinical sessions led by AOS instructors — with real discussion time built in.

Registration Open
Course Start Dates
June 23, 2026
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🎓 14 CE Hrs📚 1 Session (2 Days)
In-Person CourseDoctorDental TeamIntermediateNational Event
Multiple SpeakersMultiple Speakers

AOS Spring Meeting

Hosted by Academy of Diplomates

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🎓 20 CE Hrs📚 1 Session (2 Days)
In-Person CourseDoctorDental TeamEntry LevelNational Event
Multiple SpeakersMultiple Speakers

AOS Annual Meeting

Education, Recognition, Fun Activities

Registration Open
$599
Course Start Dates
September 17-19, 2026
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VIRTUAL
🎓 16 CE Hrs📚 1 Session (2 Days)
In-Person CourseVirtual CourseDoctorEntry Level
Multiple SpeakersMultiple Speakers

TMD Symposium

The Premier Virtual Gathering for Advanced TMD and Airway Education.

Registration Open
$699
Course Start Dates
June 26-27, 2026
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VIRTUAL
🎓 200 CE Hrs📚 Year 1 - 5 Sessions | Year 2 - 5 Sessions (Monitor)
Virtual CourseHands-on ExercisesDoctorEntry Level
Bradford R Williams, DDS, DAOSBradford R Williams, DDS, DAOS

(Virtual) Comprehensive Straight Wire Orthodontics Course

Level 1 (Basic)

Registration Open
$6,495
Availability
🎓
Available On-Demand
Start anytime · Self-paced
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VIRTUAL
🎓 10 CE Hrs📚 6 Lessons
Virtual CourseDoctorAdvanced

Diplomate Review Course

Preparation for Fellowship & Diplomate credentialing levels

Registration Open
$895
Availability
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Available On-Demand
Start anytime · Self-paced
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VIRTUAL
🎓 1 CE Hrs📚 1 Lesson
Virtual CourseDoctorAdvanced
William E Wyatt Sr, DDSWilliam E Wyatt Sr, DDS

Longevity of Non-Surgical Class III Treatment

A rare look at a case over 37 years

Registration Open
Availability
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Available On-Demand
Start anytime · Self-paced
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VIRTUAL
🎓 1 CE Hrs📚 1 Lesson
Virtual CourseDoctorIntermediate
Jeffrey Dahm, DDSJeffrey Dahm, DDS

Growing Beautiful Faces

Epigenetic\'s Effect on Facial Growth

Registration Open
Availability
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Available On-Demand
Start anytime · Self-paced
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Dental Team

🎓 20 CE Hrs📚 1
In-Person CourseHands-on ExercisesDental TeamEntry Level
Susan Coffey, RDASusan Coffey, RDA

Orthodontic Assistant Training Course

Level 1

Registration Open
$645
Course Start Dates
September 17-18, 2026
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🎓 8 CE Hrs📚 1 Session (1 Day)
In-Person CourseHands-on ExercisesDental TeamEntry Level
Susan Coffey, RDASusan Coffey, RDA

Intermediate Straight Wire Orthodontic Assistant Training Course

Level 2

Registration Open
$645
Course Start Dates
August 8, 2026
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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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