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Gifted Smiles

A Charitable Orthodontic Program of the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation

Since its inception more than a decade ago, the Gifted Smiles, formerly Donated Orthodontic Services (DOS) program has provided orthodontic treatment for over 1,000 children from families with a financial need. Today, our purpose remains the same - create opportunities for children to have access to professional orthodontic intervention through a volunteer network of AAO members.

Gifted Smiles is a program of the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation (AAOF) that serves as a conduit to orthodontic treatment for children who lack access to care.

Through this program, children receive help during a critical time in their development where bullying and self-esteem issues are prevalent. Ultimately, we want children to feel more confident as they move forward in life with their best smile.

BE THE REASON A CHILD SMILES

Two Ways to Volunteer

1. As a Gifted Smiles Provider

  Help a child access a healthy smile by donating your time and services as a provider.

2. State Champion

  Serve as an ambassador for the program and help recruit Gifted Smiles volunteers in your state.

  Share your experiences as a Gifted Smiles volunteer with your network.

  Recruit AAO members in your state to serve as volunteers.

WHY GIFTED SMILES?

While some orthodontists choose to affiliate with similar outreach programs or seek out pro bono cases on their own, AAO members often decide to volunteer through Gifted Smiles because they want to join a network of professionals recognized by the American Association of Orthodontists.

  • Patients are currently waiting for YOU! The Gifted Smiles program has children ready to be matched with a volunteer orthodontist in their area.
  • Join the team of more than 600 AAO Member Orthodontists who continually support the Gifted Smiles program.
  • Gifted Smiles takes all the guesswork out of pro-bono volunteering.
  • Use your knowledge and skills to benefit your community and give back right from your office.

 

A SMILE IS A CURVE THAT SETS EVERYTHING STRAIGHT

Click below to join our nationwide network of Gifted Smiles volunteers today!

 

Need more information about how you can get involved? Contact our the AAO Foundation office at 800.424.2841 or [email protected].

"Gifted Smiles, formerly knows as Donated Orthodontic Services (DOS) provides an opportunity to give someone in need one of the greatest gifts we can and that is the gift of a beautiful smile. Restoring confidence, restoring health, and restoring belief in oneself is something that we as orthodontists are able to accomplish on the daily. Gifted Smiles allows you, the practitioner, a streamlined way to bring back a smile that otherwise may go untreated. We invite you to join us in helping spread smiles across the country!” - Dr. Daniel Keith

ASAE Silver Award

 

THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS!

 

Henry Schein Cares Foundation

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Interested in becoming a Corporate Sponsor of AAOF? Click here.

American Association Of Orthodontists Foundation

  • American Association Of Orthodontists Foundation - 401 N. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63141 Phone: (800) 424-2841 Fax: (800) 708-1364
Federal Tax ID 43-6056320

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