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Greetings Townies!
A lot has changed since the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) held its 80th Annual Session in 1979 in Washington, D.C. We had just started making the move from wrap-around metal braces to bonded brackets, and few of us even dreamed of owning a personal computer. Now, 30 years later, as we meet for the 110th Annual Session in our nation’s capital, April 30-May 4, just think of all the clinical advances our beloved profession has made. Not only do we own personal computers, but we’re now using them to view digital imaging exams and discussing our practices and cases with members nationwide via e-mail and on Web sites like Orthotown.com.

Yes, a lot has changed in 30 years, but one thing has never changed: Our specialty’s unwavering commitment to providing the best possible treatment and service to our patients. Our theme for this year’s Annual Session, “Passion for Excellence,” is a reflection of that commitment. This year’s Annual Session is dedicated to Dr. Robert W. Baker Sr. and Dr. J. Daniel Subtelny in recognition of their many contributions to orthodontics and to the many orthodontists they have trained and mentored over the years.

The 2010 AAO Annual Session offers many exciting opportunities for you to manifest your passion for excellence. Learn from outstanding presenters on scientific, clinical and business topics, and from other orthodontic team members from around the U.S. and abroad. Not only are we offering the best in clinical presentations from some of your fellow Townies like Dr. David Paquette and Dr. Robert Boyd, but we’re also offering several excellent programs to help your staff members increase their skills and knowledge.

For the second consecutive year, the 2010 Annual Session program will include live clinical procedures done by orthodontists on patients, filmed and broadcast live to joint doctor/ staff seminars. You do not want to miss the 2010 live orthodontic procedure sessions featuring demonstrations of mini-implant insertion and application of laser technology.

While career-related learning is essential, often our personal goals and interests also help drive our motivation to succeed at work. The Annual Session Personal and Professional Development program will examine the relationship between the personal dreams of employees and achievement of organizational goals. Inspiring presenters will share perspectives on this topic and others that are important to many of us as individuals.

As always, the AAO Exhibit Hall will feature the world’s largest assemblage of orthodontic products under one roof, including your friends at Orthotown. The Annual Session Program schedule will allow time for you to explore the Exhibit hall each day.

Begin your Annual Session experience with relaxation and humor at the opening ceremonies on Saturday, May 1. Providing entertainment will be Defending the Caveman, the longest-running solo play that has ever appeared on Broadway, where it opened in 1995. It takes a light-hearted look at how men and women frequently misunderstand each other. The evening will also feature the music of a Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons tribute band – similar to the Jersey Boys musical on the story of the Four Seasons.

Come join us for an outstanding Annual Session program and enjoy the rich history of Washington, D.C. We look forward to seeing you there!

Kind regards,

Dr. Robert James Bray
AAO President



AAO Annual Session Highlights
The Annual Session Exhibit Hall will offer one of the largest collection of orthodontic products and services available to the orthodontic office under one roof. Visit the state-of-the-art displays throughout the day or during the Dedicated Exhibit Hall Hours when there are not any lectures, everyday from 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
  • Exhibit Hall Hours:
    • Saturday, May 1-Monday, May 3, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
    • Tuesday, May 4, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
The 2010 Annual Session includes more than 100 Continuing Education courses geared specifically for orthodontists.
  • Most of the general scientific lectures for the doctors’ and orthodontic staff Scientific Programs will be audio-recorded and made available for purchase as DVD-ROM in MP3 format. To pre-order at the pre-event rate of $85, visit the 110th Annual Session homepage and click on the link “Pre-Order Audio DVD-ROM.”
For the second consecutive year, clinical procedures will be filmed and broadcast live during two of the afternoon joint doctor/staff seminars on Monday, May 3.
  • Dr. Sebastian Baumgaertel will demonstrate the insertion of orthodontic mini-implants on patients using the highly successful, evidence- based approach for which he is known. The session will be moderated in the lecture hall by Dr. Robert P. Scholz.
  • Dr. Louis G. Chmura will demonstrate the use of diode lasers. Dr. Chmura will perform procedures on two patients, with live audio/video feed to the lecture room.
This year’s scientific program will also feature four clinical hands-on workshops for $40 per ticket.
  • Clinical Guidelines for Stability-Oriented Miniscrew Practice – 3 CE credit hours
  • Miniscrew Implants in Orthodontics – 2 CE credit hours
  • New Lingual Straight Wire Method – 3 CE credit hours
  • TADs Application for “Invisible” Orthodontics in Adults – 3 CE credit hours
Invite the whole team; the AAO Annual Session isn’t just for orthodontists. The 110th Annual Session includes more than 80 continuing education courses specifically for orthodontics staff members, which includes several hands-on Staff Clinics.

The Cyber Café (Sponsored by 3M Unitek) will allow attendees to retrieve e-mail and to access the Internet.

AAO Member Services Pavilion, located in the Exhibit Hall, is where you can learn more about AAO products, services and resources, as well as AAO-endorsed or approved programs.

More than 100 colleges come together during the Annual Session for Alumni Receptions.

“Camp AAO” will provide children from six months to 12 years old with age-appropriate entertainment and activities. Young people ages six to17 may also participate in educational youth tours of Washington, D.C., attractions and historical sites.

AAO Annual Session Special Events
Friday, April 30
  • AAOF Benefit Golf Tournament
    • 8:30 a.m. shotgun start at Lake Presidential.
  • AAO Orthodontic Residents’ Reception
    • 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m.
    • All orthodontic students/residents registered for the Annual Session may request one complimentary ticket to this reception. Additional tickets may be purchased for residents’ guests
Saturday, May 1
  • Opening Ceremonies (Sponsored by Philips Sonicare)
    • 4 p.m.-6 p.m., Washington, D.C., Convention Center, Hall D
    • Featuring Defending the Caveman, written by American actor Rob Becker, is the longest-running solo play that has ever appeared on Broadway, where it opened in 1995. The play takes a comic look at how men and women frequently misunderstand each other.
    • The evening will also feature the music of a Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons tribute band.
  • AAO Foundation Gala
    • 7 p.m.-11 p.m., Library of Congress
    • Proceeds are to benefit the AAOF Craniofacial Growth Legacy Collection Project.
    • Due to space constraints, attendance at the gala will be limited to 450 attendees.
Sunday, May 2
  • Fun Run and Walk
    • 6:30 a.m.-8 a.m., Rock Creek Park
    • Take in Washington, D.C., as you enjoy this morning 5K walk or run.
  • Excellence in Orthodontics Awards Ceremony (Sponsored by Dentsply GAC)
    • 12:30 p.m. Lunch (optional). 1:15 p.m.-2:45 p.m. Awards Ceremony and Speaker - Walter E. Washington Convention Center - Hall D
    • The evening will also feature Tony Blair, former Prime Minister of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, as a speaker.
    • The AAO, The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO), and the AAO Foundation (AAOF) will honor the following individuals for their achievements; Dr. Richard B. Myers of Fayetteville, New York, Dr. James L. Vaden of Cookeville, Tennessee, and Dr. Takayuki Kuroda of Yokohama, Japan.
  • New Orthodontist/Resident Conference and Reception
    • 1:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m., Program. 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m., Reception
    • CE credit hours: 3.0
    • This conference, sponsored by the Council on New and Younger Members, is open to members who have been in practice eight or fewer years, to orthodontic students/residents, and to spouses of members who are also attending this conference.
    • Meet and share ideas with your peers, members of the Council, and Dr. David M. Sarver.
Monday, May 3
  • Women in Orthodontics Social
    • 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m.
    • Motivational speaker, Joanie Badyna, will discuss Energy Management followed by a cocktail reception where you will have the opportunity to meet and share ideas.
  • AAO Gala (Sponsored by Invisalign)
    • 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m., Newseum
    • The Gala will feature the jazzy sounds of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.
Tuesday, May 4
  • Congressional Office Visits
    • 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
    • Join other orthodontists for an opportunity to shape the legislative agenda of Congress. All U.S.-practicing members are invited to attend a continental breakfast, followed by transportation to Capitol Hill for meetings with legislators.
Founded in 1900, the American Association of Orthodontists has more than 16,000 members in the United States, Canada and abroad. The AAO is dedicated to ethically advancing the art and science of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, improving the health of the public by promoting quality orthodontic care, and supporting the successful practice of orthodontics. For more information on the AAO and its 2010 Annual Session visit, www.aaoinfo.org.
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