AAOP

03/20/2026

Misdiagnosed and Overtreated: The Hidden Face of Orofacial Pain.

Non-odontogenic orofacial pain is one of the most frequently mismanaged conditions in clinical practice. When the pain mechanism goes unrecognized, patients often undergo unnecessary treatments without relief.

Join us on Wednesday, March 25th at 8:00pm EST for an in-depth lecture on navigating these diagnostic pitfalls.

Presenters: Areeg Elmusrati, DDS, MMedSci, PhD and Chinmayee Patil, DDS

Key Takeaways:

• How to differentiate odontogenic from non-odontogenic pain with precision.
• Strategies to identify centralized and trigeminal–autonomic processes.
• Evidence-based management, including SPG blocks and pharmacologic strategies.

Learn More: https://learn.aaop.org/products/challenges-in-treatment-of-non-odontogenic-pain

02/23/2026

Join us for our third annual AAOP Research Committee Virtual 5k!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-virtual-5k-runwalkcycle-copy

02/20/2026

AAOP Mentorship Minutes: Educational Insights Created by AAOP Mentees

"Beyond the Ringing”
Dr. Diya Kamdar & Dr. Shanti Kaimal

To learn more about the AAOP Mentorship Program,
visit: https://aaop.org/mentor-program/

02/19/2026

American Academy of Orofacial Pain — Coast-to-Coast, Part 2

Explore CODA-accredited Orofacial Pain residencies in the Midwest & East Coast as Drs. Pratishtha Mishra and Jasjot Sahni speak with program directors:

• Dr. Alberto Malacarne — Tufts
• Dr. Liz Hatfield — University of Michigan

Listen: https://learn.aaop.org/products/coast-to-coast-part-2

02/09/2026

OROFACIAL PAIN ESSENTIALS: A Powerful Primer for Dentists

📅 **April 30, 2026
🕣 **8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (EDT)
📍 **Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Build a strong foundation in diagnosing and managing orofacial pain with this practical, fast-paced primer designed for the orofacial pain-curious.

Course Director: Sowmya Ananthan

Strengthen your diagnostic skills and elevate patient care — all in one powerful day.

🔗 Register now - https://member.aaop.org/event-6306457

01/22/2026

🚨 DEADLINE EXTENSION ALERT 🚨

The abstract submission deadline for the AAOP 50th Annual Scientific Meeting has been extended by 2 full weeks!

Now due: February 6, 2026

Don't miss the opportunity to share your research, clinical innovation, or case- based insights with the orofacial pain community as we celebrate 50 years of scientific excellence.

Submit: https://tinyurl.com/4xvfyyzh

01/20/2026

Reminder to Join Us !

🗓 Wed, Jan 21
⏰ 7 PM CST

Endotypic Determinants of Treatment Success in Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Presented by: Dr. Joao Luiz Gomes Carneiro Monteiro

Register: https://learn.aaop.org/products/endotypic-determinants-of-treatment-success-in-obstructive-sleep-apnea

01/16/2026

Mark Your Calendar!

🗓 Wed, Jan 21
⏰ 7 PM CST

Endotypic Determinants of Treatment Success in Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Presented by: Dr. Joao Luiz Gomes Carneiro Monteiro

Register: https://learn.aaop.org/products/endotypic-determinants-of-treatment-success-in-obstructive-sleep-apnea

01/13/2026

Join Us! AAOP Webinar

🗓 Wednesday, January 14, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM CST

TMJ Arthritis in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Clinical Features, Imaging, and Treatment
Presented by: Dr. Matthew Adams.
Hosted by the American Academy of Orofacial Pain

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/3w6tmbmp

12/11/2025

Reminder!
The American Academy of Orofacial Pain invites you to contribute to the scientific program of the
50th Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting, taking place April 30 - May 3, 2025 at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa.

Submit your abstract by January 23, 2026.

Learn more: https://aaop.org/call-for-poster-abstracts/

Abstract Submission The American Academy of Orofacial Pain (AAOP) invites members and non-members to submit abstracts for consideration at the 50th Annual Meeting. Abstracts may present a research project or a case report/case series and will be considered for either

12/09/2025

American Academy of Orofacial Pain: Coast to Coast, Part 1 - USC & UCLA

This episode is the first in a two-part Coast to Coast series, spotlighting CODA-accredited Orofacial Pain training programs across the country. Episode 1 focuses on the West Coast, where hosts Dr. Pratishtha Mishra and Dr. Jasjot Sahni speak with two program directors leading established OFP residencies: Dr. Mariela Padilla from USC and Dr. Sherwin Arman from UCLA.

https://learn.aaop.org/products/coast-to-coast-part-1-usc-ucla