USA: The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) has announced the Annual Session 2023, an event for orthodontists and their ortho teams worldwide. 

The AAO Annual Session is set to take place in Chicago, Illinois, in-person from May 5 to May 9, 2023. Attendees can also participate virtually as the event has a virtual option that allows them to take part from anywhere in the world.

This year, AAO has reimagined the event format that allows attendees to take the lead and personalize a program targeting their most pressing goals. According to the organisers, the Annual Session is designed to offer the best education, innovation, and high-caliber networking with a dynamic community of peers. It is a completely customizable experience that delivers what attendees are looking for in orthodontics.

Seven Curated Paths 

The AAO Annual Session 2023 will offer seven curated paths that ensure attendees’ time is productive and focused on their top goals. 

The paths are Innovation & Tech Talk, Clinical Techniques, Scientific Advances, Business Success, Inspiration & Wellbeing, Exhibit Hall, and Engage & Connect. Attendees can build a customized experience by choosing the paths that best suit their needs.

Top Six Reasons to Attend

The event’s top six reasons to attend are:

Engage in the celebration of orthodontics

Attendees can connect with thousands of professionals from the orthodontic industry who understand their challenges and triumphs. They can build their network by engaging with the top minds in the field who can help them to grow and innovate their business.

CE Credits

The Annual Session provides exclusive access to the most trusted and reliable orthodontic education. Attendees can earn up to 15.5 live CE credit hours and stay up-to-date on their continuing education requirements.

Over 350 exhibiting companies

The event has over 350 exhibiting companies offering the latest orthodontic services and technologies from hundreds of leading companies. Attendees can experience the latest innovations straight from the companies who developed them and understand their potential.

Create your own experience

AAO Annual Session offers seven customizable tracks that help attendees experience the event their way.

Attend in-person or virtually

Attendees can take part in-person or virtually with the live-streamed content available during the live experience. Additionally, limited livestreamed content will be available on-demand for 30 days after the Annual Session for all in-person and virtual registrants.

The Windy City offers something for everyone

Chicago, IL was named the 2022 Best Big City in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler. It is centrally located and has an international airport.

The AAO Annual Session 2023 is expected to be the most empowering event for orthodontists and their teams. Attendees can enjoy the Annual Session their way and join thousands of orthodontic professionals for evidence-based education from leading experts in the field. 

At a glance

What: American Association of Orthodontists Annual Session 2023 (AAO Annual Session 2023)

Where: McCormick Place West Building, Chicago, USA

When: May 5 – 9, 2023