News and Announcements
LRII Announcement
$2.5 million program designed to improve oral and systemic health and encourage referrals for periodontal care through research, education, and advocacy
The American Academy of Periodontology Foundation is launching an ambitious initiative to grow…
2026 Award Applications Open
The AAP Foundation’s 2026 awards cycle is underway. Awards are available for students, residents, faculty, clinicians, and institutions with periodontal programs. If your work involves research, teaching, clinical excellence, leadership, or strength…
PerioDash Spotlight: U of Utah
PerioDash Dental School Spotlight: University of Utah
Dr. David Okano, Professor (clinical), Assistant Dean for Advanced Dental Education Programs, Section Head of Periodontics
What inspired you to bring PerioDash to the University of Utah, a dent…
PerioDash Spotlight: Navy Perio
PerioDash Military Spotlight: Navy Perio
Dr. Jin Hwang, United States Navy Periodontics program
What first motivated your program to take part in PerioDash? I am spearheading the planning for PerioDash in our program as the AAP Foundation Student…
PerioDash Spotlight: L.A. Team
PerioDash Multi-Program Spotlight: L.A. Team
Drs. Flavia Pirih & Beatriz Bezerra of UCLA organizing a city-wide periodash including UCLA, West L.A. VA and USC
What first inspired your program to take part in PerioDash? We saw PerioDash as an…
Practice Transition & Estate Planning
Thank you for joining us at the Practice Transition, Retirement, and Estate Planning Breakfast. We appreciate your time and interest in planning for the future of your practice and legacy, and in learning how these life milestones can also create me…
PerioDash Spotlight: Walt Colón
PerioDash Private Practice Spotlight: Dr. Walt Colón
Dr. Walt Colón, Periodontal Associates of North Florida, AAP Board of Trustees member
What do you love most about being a periodontist? I enjoy having specialized knowledge and skills that allow…
Lace Up for PerioDash 2025
PerioDash 2025 is here. This virtual 5K brings together periodontists, dental teams, and supporters from around the world. Taking place between September 12 and October 10, the event offers a flexible and fun way to run or walk on your own schedule…