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The Thai Association of Orthodontists (ThaAO) successfully concluded its highly anticipated 2/2026 Midyear Scientific Conference, gathering nearly 500 participants from July 15–17, 2026. Held at the iconic ICONSIAM Hall in Bangkok, Thailand, this year’s event centered around the compelling theme: “All Dimensions Matter.” Global Pioneers Take the Stage The event commenced with a powerful keynote address

Report to APOS – VAO Congress 2026 Dear APOS Leadership,On behalf of the Vietnam Association of Orthodontists (VAO), we are pleased to submit a report on the VAO Congress 2026, which was held from March 20–22, 2026, in Da Nang, Vietnam, under the theme: “Shaping the Future of Orthodontics.” The congress brought together a total of

The VAO-WIOC 2025 Conference which was the joint conference between Vietnam Association of Orthodontists (VAO) and World Implant Orthodontic Association (WIOA), held in Ho Chi Minh City from July 25–27, 2025, marked a milestone event in orthodontics, drawing nearly 30 internationally renowned speakers and around 700 delegates from around the world.A highlight of the conference

2/2025 Thai Association of Orthodontists Scientific Meeting Conference took place on 2-4 July 2025 at Centara Grand at Central World, Bangkok. With the theme “Best of Both Worlds”reflecting the transitional phase in orthodontics was currently experiencing as we embraced new technics and technologies while honoring the foundational practices. Nearly 500 local and international registrants had

By Dr Annu Nangia, ASOFRE Chair  The Australian Society of Orthodontists Foundation for Research and Education (ASOFRE) Foundation Meeting was held at the Grand Chancellor Hotel in Hobart on the 28th + 29th March 2025. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Hobart’s Constitution Dock, over 250 attendees enjoyed the opportunity to take in Tasmania’s stunning scenery

The 2024 TAO APOC concluded with an overwhelming sense of accomplishment, unity, and inspiration. Held from December 2 to 5 in the vibrant city of Taipei, Taiwan, this major international orthodontic congress represented a powerful convergence of global expertise and youthful innovation. It marked the 37th Annual Meeting of the Taiwan Association of Orthodontists (TAO),

The 6th Annual Congress of the Vietnam Association of Orthodontists was held in Hanoi from March 9th to 10th, 2024, under the theme “Innovation – Creation – Development.” This two-day event was a milestone, featuring presentations by eight distinguished international speakers from Italy, Switzerland, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, as well as

By Dr. Dennis C. Lim

Thai Association of Orthodontists’ Scientific Conference 1/2024 was successfully held in Chiangmai Thailand from Feb 4-6, 2024, under the theme of “All about TADs and more.” The Thai Association of Orthodontists’ Scientific Conference 1/2024 (President, Dr. Ruangrat Komolpis) took place at Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai Feb 4-6, 2024. The conference is bringing together almost about 500

Everyone is looking forward to 2024, and as they say, “New Year, New Beginning.” Let us all remember to look back at 2023 and be grateful for what it has brought us. For almost three years in hiatus, the COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted many aspects of our lives, such as our health, education, economy, employment, livelihood, and especially our Orthodontic Organization activities.

Written by: Crissie Camara Santayana
APOS Honorary Fellow

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The 56th Annual Scientific Congress of the Korean Association of Orthodontists (KAO) was successfully held in Jeju Island from Oct 25th to 27th, under the theme of “Goal-driven Excellence – Embracing Orthodontic World.” Figure 1. Opening ceremony and Speech by the president of the APOS (Dr. Tan)The annual scientific congress of the KAO (President, Dr. Seung-Hak

It’s been 20 years since Mongolian Association of Orthodontists, one of the first-born professional communities in Mongolia has been established. In the past years, we have been able to introduce and stabilize the modern trends and techniques in orthodontic diagnosis and treatment to our country and carry out major research projects. Moreover, by nurturing and

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The Association of Orthodontists (Singapore) Congress (AOSC) 2023 celebrated a successful return to in-person events with its first physical edition out of the pandemic. The congress took place from 17 – 19 February 2023, at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore. The congress drew a total of 707 attendees from 37 countries, once

It is with great sadness I share the news to the APOS family of the sudden loss of Emeritus Professor Kazuo Tanne on 4 March 2023. He was a tremendous supporter of APOS, being President 2012-14. During his time as President, APOS was recognized as an academic society; the APOS bank account was established in Singapore,

Written by;Dr. Sylvia Tan,Assistant Treasurer and Website Editor APOSThe 2022 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Asian Pacific Orthodontic Society (APOS) Executive Committee Members (ECM) was held as a hybrid meeting on 30th October 2022 in conjunction with the joint conference of the 55th Annual Congress of the Korean Association of Orthodontists (KAO) and the

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