Introduction to the International Association
for Orthodontics (IAO)
The International Association for Orthodontics
(IAO) was established in the United States in 1961 to promote
international cooperation in the orthodontic field of dentistry.
The IAO is a progressive and dynamic organization of general
dentists, pediatric dentists and other dentists that provide
orthodontic care to patients.
The International Association for Orthodontics is the oldest and
largest of the national and international non-specialty
orthodontic groups. The association has a wide variety of
programs in education, professional support, clinical experience
and literature.
Today the
IAO has approximately 4,200 member dentists in over 50 different
countries.
The headquarters office is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
U.S.A.
Visual introduction to
the International Association for Orthodontics
The purpose of the IAO is:
1. To promote the study and disseminate the
knowledge of the cause, control, treatment and prevention of
malocclusion of the teeth and any possible resulting
dysfunction, such as dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint.
2. To
promote an exchange of ideas and experiences based on a
biomechanical approach, between the various fields of dentistry
related to orthodontics.
3. To
promote the establishment and maintenance of the highest ideals
in orthodontic practice, research and development throughout the
world for the benefit of all orthodontic patients.
4. To
promote the elimination of professional isolationism in
orthodontics and thereby create an atmosphere conducive to
harmonious relationships between all dental practitioners in
orthodontics.
5. To
strongly support its members in all aspects of their orthodontic
practices.
In order to reach these goals, the IAO offers ortho education in
the forms of ortho courses & seminars.
These courses are offered through IAO instructors, study
clubs, and the IAO Annual Meeting. Due to the diversity of membership, doctors can find courses
taught in multiple orthodontic techniques and philosophies
including functional orthodontics and TMJ courses.
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