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Attention IAO North Central Section members, you don’t want to miss this meeting.

Join us in Oak Brook, Illinois, for a one-day meeting that will offer top-notch orthodontic education and a great chance to connect with others in your area.

No flights, no long travel; just practical, hands-on learning, valuable CE, and the opportunity to work with fellow dentists who practice orthodontics nearby.

Whether you want to improve your skills, stay updated on the latest techniques, or reconnect with your local IAO community, this meeting makes it easy. Spend a day investing in your practice without going far from home.

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The 2027 IAO Annual Meeting Is In... Sydney, Australia!

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August’s Tip of the Month: Clinical Significance of Mandibular Growth Direction in Orthodontic Diagnosis, Treatment Planning and Retention

Comprehensive orthodontic records are essential for diagnosis, treatment planning, appliance design and long-term case stability. I have written in recent articles for the IAO that full records, prior to beginning an orthodontic case is mandatory (no exceptions).

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