AAE Recognizes 2026 Resident Award Winners
The American Association of Endodontists recognized outstanding resident research and clinical presentations at the 2026 Annual Meeting, honoring excellence across oral research, poster research, and table clinic categories. Oral Research…
Read MoreDr. W Craig Noblett Becomes AAE President
Dr. Noblett is Director, Division of Endodontics, University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, Minneapolis, Minnesota Dr. W Craig Noblett received his dental degree from UCLA School of Dentistry and his…
Read MoreCelebrating Excellence: 2026 AAE Award Winners Honored at Coolidge Brunch
At the AAE26 in Salt Lake City, the American Association of Endodontists is recognizing a distinguished group of individuals whose contributions have advanced the specialty through innovation, research, education, leadership,…
Read MoreAAE Unveils New Board Officers and Directors for 2026-2027
We are pleased to announce our Officers of the Board of Directors for the 2026-2027 year. They were installed on April 17, 2026. W Craig Noblett, D.D.S., M.S., will serve…
Read MoreCelebrating President’s Award Winner Dr. Samuel O. Dorn
For decades, the specialty of endodontics has advanced through the dedication of individuals who commit themselves fully to patient care, education, scholarship, and service. This year, we are proud to…
Read MoreCongratulations to the Journal of Endodontics 2026 Paper of the Year Award Winners
The AAE is pleased to recognize the recipients of the 2026 Journal of Endodontics (JOE) Paper of the Year Awards, honoring outstanding contributions across a range of research categories. The…
Read MoreRemembering Mbachan Collins Okwen, DDS, MBA, MSD
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mbachan Collins Okwen, DDS, MBA, MSD, endodontist, educator, and leader, who died on January 21, 2026, in Conroe, Texas.…
Read MoreQ&A: Dr. Robert Hanlon on Being the First Endodontic CDA President
Compiled by Rae Burach Robert Hanlon, D.M.D., is a practicing endodontist and AAE member residing in Southern California. A longtime member and volunteer of the California Dental Association (CDA), Dr.…
Read MoreAnalyzing the First Root Canal Treatment on Film
Compiled by Rae Burach This is the story behind a historic and significant piece of footage—believed to be the first-ever recording of a root canal treatment. The footage was brought…
Read MoreCall for Award Nominations – Please Note the Accelerated Deadline: September 26!
Dear Colleagues, The Honors and Awards Committee is seeking nominations for AAE awards to be presented at AAE27 in San Antonio. As you think back on your career, is there a mentor…
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