Registration open for AAID's Periodontal Microsurgery course
September 11 - 12, 2009
Boston, Massachusetts
American Academy of Implant Dentistry
Founded in 1951, the Academy is the oldest professional organization in the world dedicated to the advancement of implant dentistry. AAID provides comprehensive dental implant education. For example, AAID's Periodontal Microsurgery: Clinical Applications course, to be held September 11 -12, 2009 at Marriott Copley Plaza in Boston, Massachusetts, is one of the Academy's participatory courses. Registration and additional information is available here.
Credentialing
AAID stands for excellence in education, scientific development and patient care. The Academy provides bona fide credentialing in implantology through the Associate Fellow and Fellow examinations.
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AAID means: Comprehensive Dental Implant Education
The AAID is the source for comprehensive, unbiased dental implant education. Offerings range from MaxiCourses® that provide 300 hours of lectures, laboratory, live surgical and clinical experiences placing implants on real patients to online live learning, and everything in between. The dental professional seeking education about the placement and restoration of implants need look no further than the AAID.
MaxiCourses® - 300 hours or more of education in several locations throughout the world
AAID Annual Meeting - 24 hours of education, networking and Implant World Expo
AAID District Meetings - education and peer networking convenient to you.
Bone Grafting Course - participatory education offered twice annually
Periodontal Microsurgery: Clinical Applications – participation education to learn how to successfully treat specific mucogingival defects using microsurgery techniques.
Medicine and Pharmacology in Implant Dentistry - participation education to improve patient safety
AAID Affiliated Study Clubs - dozens of local study clubs affiliated with AAID to bring comprehensive education to you
Live Learning Center - online access to synchronized video, audio and powerpoint presentations from previous AAID Annual Meetings
Multimedia - podcasts, DVDs and more available online
BREAKING NEWS
A Florida judge has ruled that a state law restricting how dentists can advertise credentials issued by bona fide professional organizations is unconstitutional and violates the First and Fourteenth Amendments of the US Constitution. The American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the first organization dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of implant dentistry, calls the verdict a victory for consumers evaluating the qualifications and experience of dentists who perform implant procedures. The Final Judgment issued by the court is available here.
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Our comprehensive list of experienced, AAID credentialed dental professionals—search by name, location, and more.
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Why Dental Implants?
Implants are the preferred tooth-replacement option. Implant surgery is one of the safest, most precise and predictable procedures in dentistry.
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Before & After
Implants not only improve the aesthetic appearance of the mouth, but provide new functionality.
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Dental Implants Preferred Option for Aging Bridges
Aging dental bridges are a maintenance headache and a recipe for oral-health disaster. They are difficult to floss, often decay, and require replacement with longer bridges. According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), these bridges to nowhere should be replaced with permanent dental implants. Learn more »