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Latest From AAPD
National Children's Dental Health Month
National Children's Dental Health Month shines a spotlight on the importance of children's oral health. But the truth is, keeping kids' smiles healthy isn't just a one-month job; it's something parents and caregivers work on every single day,
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The 2025-2026 Reference Manual is Now Available!
This comprehensive guide is packed with invaluable content, inluding the AAPD's clearly define positions on oral health policies for infants, children, adolescnets, and patients with special health care needs—reviewed and revised regularly to ensure the latest standards.
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The One Barrel Challenge: Supporting the AAPD Foundation
Dr. Joel Berg chats with Dr. Elise McCollum about how she turned a family hobby into a way to support community care. Dr. McCollum shares her journey as a dentist with an interest in wine to a full-fledged vineyard owner, and how her two passions have converged to support access to care and the AAPD Foundation.
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Upcoming Events
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Feb 13 Fri
Qualifying Exam Prep Course
February 13-15, 2026
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Sep 10 Thu
Oral Exam Review
September 10, 2026
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Sep 11 Fri
Comprehensive Review Course
September 11-13, 2026
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Sep 11 Fri
Mock Oral Exam Interviews
September 11-12, 2026
MyChildrensTeeth.org
Essential resources & tips for keeping your child's mouth Monster-free!
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AAPD Foundation
AAPD Foundation supports community-based initiatives that provide access to care for all children. Established in 1987, AAPD Foundation is the charitable arm of the AAPD dedicated to providing dental homes for children nationwide.
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