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American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
With over 8,000 members in 70 countries around the globe, AACD is the world's largest cosmetic dental association dedicated to advancing excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. Join AACD today!

The AACD Mission
The AACD is dedicated to advancing excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry and encouraging the highest standards of ethical conduct and responsible patient care.

The AACD fulfills its mission by: offering superior educational opportunities; promoting and supporting a respected Accreditation credential; serving as a user-friendly and inviting forum for the creative exchange of knowledge and ideas; and providing accurate and useful information to the public and the profession.

25th Anniversary Scientific Session

2009 AACD Scientific Session

Join thousands of dental professionals from around the world at the premier cosmetic dental continuing education (CE) event. Excellence in Cosmetic Dentistry 2009 provides dentistry’s premier program of cutting-edge continuing education and exquisite networking events.

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Call for Volunteer Recognition Awards Nominations

Have you given your time, effort, and commitment to your Academy? AACD depends on volunteers, such as yourself, who have selflessly donated their time and expertise to advance excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. We encourage these outstanding individuals to apply for the Volunteer Recognition Award. This lifetime award honors members through a certificate, lapel pin and meeting ribbon.

To apply for the award, you can nominate yourself or a colleague who has met the following requirements:
• Member in good standing
• Passed the Accreditation Written Examination
• Continuous member for 8 years or more
• Attended four Annual AACD Scientific Sessions
• Volunteered 100 hours of service to the AACD (no more than 60 hours in any category).

The application form must be submitted with documentation of these requirements and a signed
statement attesting to its accuracy. The AACD is privileged to have dedicated and talented members who generously give of themselves. Show how you have committed yourself to the Academy!

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Spring 2008 of The Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry has been released!

Successful professionals are also lifelong scholars, following the literature, attending workshops and conventions, networking with colleagues and learning every day. That's why the leaders in cosmetic dentistry belong to AACD and never miss an issue of the JCD.

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AACD Member Marketing Kit

The official AACD Member Marketing Kit is designed to help you market your practice or lab, the amazing benefits of cosmetic dentistry and the AACD at the same time! From logos to customizable press releases, this package is everything you will need to help you develop an integrated marketing campaign in your community.

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