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A board certified orthodontist is committed to the highest level of care. Find an ABO certified orthodontist by searching below.




Latest News & Events

    ABO Examinations
  • September 25-28, 2018 Traditional Clinical Exam (ICE)
        St. Louis, MO
  • February 19-22, 2019 Traditional Clinical Exam (ICE)
        St. Louis, MO
  • February 19-22, 2019 Scenario-based Oral Clinical Exam
        St. Louis, MO
  • April 9-12, 2019 Written Exam
        U.S. and Canada
  • November 19-22, 2019 Scenario-based Oral Clinical Exam
        St. Louis, MO

  • Upcoming Events
  • May 4 - 8, 2018 AAO Annual Session
        Washington, DC


Why Board Certification

Board certification represents the highest level of commitment in orthodontics. Learn more.


General Public: Board certified orthodontists are trained specialists that are committed to providing the highest level of patient care. Learn more.

Orthodontic Residents:You are the future of our specialty. The ABO is here to support you throughout residency as you prepare to challenge the Board Certification Process. Check out our study tools and online resources.

Board Certified Orthodontists: Board Certification shows a committement to being a lifelong student in the specialty of orthodontics, therefore elevating the standard of care. Locate the ABO toolkit to help distinguish your accomplishment.


AAO 118th Annual Session


Washington, D.C.
May 4-8, 2018


Visit the ABO Open House/Info Sessions:
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Saturday, May 5 from 9:30-11:30 am
Sunday, May 6 from 9:30-11:30 am


Check out these tools to
- help you prepare -
for the ABO Examination.

Measurement Demonstration

Superimpositions

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Board Certification.
It makes a difference – for you,
for your patients, for our specialty.

What is a Board Certified Orthodontist?

Educational Toolkit


The following items are available for all board certified orthodontists so that together we can use a unified voice to clarify the importance of the Board Certification process.





Board Certification Pin

The Board Certification Pin distinguishes your Board Certified status and is intended to be worn as a reminder to yourself and to others of your dedication to continuing education and professional excellence.



Window Cling

The Window Cling is intended to be applied to a glass surface in your office signifying that there is a board certified orthodontist in that practice. The product should be wet applied for optimum adhesion and best results.



Certificate and Custom Frame

The Certificate and Custom Frames are available for purchase if you would like duplicate certificates for multiple offices. This informs patients and colleagues of your achievement and should be displayed in your orthodontic practice and/or academic workplace.



Consumer Brochure

The Consumer Brochure outlines what it means to be board certified and why a consumer should choose a board certified orthodontist. The ABO recommends that these be available to consumers in waiting areas and patient consult packets.