American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), founded in December 1984 by Jack Kammer and Jeff Morley of San Francisco,[1] is the world's largest organization for cosmetic dental professionals.[2][3] As of 2001, the Academy had membership from 40 different countries.[4] Between 2000 and 2007, membership in the Academy jumped by 70% as United States oral health, in particular the incidence of tooth decay, improved markedly while competitively priced cosmetic procedures became more readily available.[5]

One of the activities of the Academy, which it has done since its inception, has been surveying "American patients regarding esthetic dentistry and their personal preferences."[6] These surveys have been cited in popular media a number of times.[7][8][9][10]

Presidents of the Academy serve one year terms. Ken Glick of Toronto, Canada, served as the President in 1998.[11] Mike Malone was elected Vice President in 2001 and "will automatically ascend to President in two years."[4] Wynn Okuda was the 'president elect' in late 2002.[9] Laura Kelly of California became the Academy's first female president in 2007.[12] Kelly was followed in 2008 by Mickey Bernstein of Tennessee.[13]

Accreditation Credential in Cosmetic Dentistry

In 1983, Morley saw the need for a standardized credential in the newly emerging field of cosmetic dentistry. He formed AACD's Accreditation Program in 1985. With the help of Michael Miller, the AACD developed an examination process for cosmetic dentistry and began offering postgraduate certification in the field in 1986. The credential is available to both dentists and laboratory technicians, worldwide. While the American Dental Association has not recognized cosmetic dentistry as a specialty, a court case in Florida, Ducoin v Viamonte determined that AACD Accreditation is a legitimate credential that can be announced by a dentist to the public.

American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry’s Charitable Foundation

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry's Charitable Foundation's (AACDCF) purpose is to serve the philanthropic efforts of the AACD. It maintains three programs: Give Back A Smile,[14] the Give Back A Smile Whitening Program,[15] and the Disaster Relief Fund.[16]

Other activities

The AACD runs competitions for dental students.[17]

References
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  2. Rinzler, Carol Ann (2010). The Encyclopedia of Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery. Facts on File Library of Health & Living. Infobase. p. 210. ISBN 978-0-8160-6285-0. Retrieved 26 February 2023 – via Internet Archive.
  3. Staff (7 August 1996). "People And Businesses On The Fast Track of Success". The Folsom Telegraph. Vol. 141, no. 32. Roseville, California: Placer Community Newspapers. p. D4 (30). Retrieved 26 February 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
  4. Staff (17 June 2001). "Malone elected to lead group". Abbeville Meridional. Vol. 145, no. 120. Abbeville, Louisiana. p. 5A (5). Retrieved 26 February 2023.
  5. Dahl, Jonathan (2009). "10 Things Your Dentist Won't Tell You". 1,001 Things They Won't Tell You (Scanned and indexed book.). Contributions from the editors of SmartMoney (First printing ed.). New York, New York: Workman Publishing. p. 382. ISBN 978-0-7611-5137-1 – via Internet Archive.
  6. Geissberger, Mark (2010). "Chapter 1: Introduction to Concepts in Esthetic Dentistry". In Geissberger, Marc (ed.). Esthetic Dentistry in Clinical Practice (Scan and index of paper copy.). John Wiley & Sons. p. 8. ISBN 978-0-8138-2825-1 – via Internet Archive.
  7. Wilson, Dru (17 May 1998). "More adults today are choosing to undergo cosmetic dental work". The Indianapolis Star (City final ed.). p. J9 (188). Retrieved 26 February 2023.
  8. Edwards, Warren C (21 July 2003). "How To Get That Brighter, Whiter Smile". Florida Today. p. G3 (55). Retrieved 26 February 2003.
  9. Liddane, Lisa (10 September 2002). "Lighten up: Methods of whitening teeth grow in popularity". Springfield News-Sun. Vol. 21, no. 253. Springfield, Ohio: Cox. Knight Ridder News Service. p. 11. Retrieved 26 February 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
  10. "Paying the price for pearly whites". The Daily Herald. Vol. 136, no. 162. Arlington Heights, Illinois: Paddock Publications. U.S. News and World Report. 24 March 2008. p. 4, section 3 (90). Retrieved 26 February 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
  11. Wilson, Dru (14 May 1998). Written at Colorado Springs, Colorado. "Adults flock to cosmetic dentistry in quest for perfect smile". Calgary Herald. Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Knight Ridder Newspapers. p. WB6 (92) – via Newspapers.com.
  12. "Meet the A Team at LK Dental Studio | Laura Kelly | President, LK Dental Studio". LK Dental Studio. Archived from the original on 9 January 2012. Retrieved 4 August 2012.
  13. Staff (29 October 2008). "Dentist raises funds for charity". Germantown News. Vol. XXXIV (34), no. 38. Germantown, Tennessee: Mid-South Publications. p. 8A (8). Retrieved 26 February 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
  14. "Give Back A Smile's Mission". American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Archived from the original on 27 February 2007.
  15. "Give Back A Smile Whitening Program". American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Archived from the original on 27 February 2007.
  16. "AACDCF's Disaster Relief Fund for AACD Members". American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Archived from the original on 27 February 2007.
  17. "Student Recognized in American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Scientific Poster Competition". University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. 19 May 2019. Retrieved 26 February 2023.
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