AAO | American Association of Orthodontists 2027
Event Date
January 22–24, 2027
Location
San Antonio, TX
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe AAO Winter Conference 2027 is a continuing-education meeting hosted by the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). Held January 22-24, 2027 in San Antonio, TX (Hill Country), the conference carries the theme "Next-Gen Clinical Excellence: Evidence-Based, Data-Driven, AI-Enabled," where orthodontists and residents come together to explore the evolution of the specialty, from time-tested principles to today's data-driven innovations and tomorrow's intelligent technologies.
The program is designed to show how evidence, technology, and AI are redefining clinical decision-making, efficiency, and patient outcomes. Its stated mission is to afford orthodontists and residents an opportunity to cultivate a broader understanding of existing concepts, applications, and techniques related to the management of non-surgical sagittal correction, while remaining informed of advances in clinical subject matter.
The event pairs focused clinical education with the relaxed setting of a Texas Hill Country resort. The AAO frames it as a blend of cutting-edge continuing education, relaxation, and connection with leading minds in orthodontics — a chance to collaborate with colleagues, learn the latest techniques, and elevate one's practice.
Show Highlights
- Theme: Next-Gen Clinical Excellence — Evidence-Based, Data-Driven, AI-Enabled, exploring how evidence, technology, and AI reshape clinical care.
- CE session content: A full schedule of lectures with speaker information, session descriptions, and actionable learning objectives. The AAO invites attendees to review the full conference schedule, speaker information, and session descriptions accompanied by actionable learning objectives.
- Sponsored Lunch & Learns: Hands-on product demonstrations organized by conference sponsors.
- Women's Leadership Workshop: A post-conference workshop held immediately after the Winter Conference. It is designed to sharpen leadership skills, build community, and refresh professional spirit.
- Destination experience: Set in the San Antonio Hill Country, the region combines scenery, history, and Southern charm, from the River Walk and dining to wineries, golf, and outdoor adventures.
Registration
Registration for Winter Conference 2027 opens in the fall of 2026. Registration fees are published on the AAO's Winter Conference registration page, with registration opening in early August.
- Attendees are advised to secure their hotel reservations upon registration.
- International attendees who require a visa letter can produce a personalized visa invitation letter through the link provided on the conference site.
- Consult the official AAO Winter Conference 2027 page for exact fee tiers and deadlines closer to the event.
History
The Winter Conference is an annual continuing-education meeting organized by the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). The AAO is headquartered at 401 N. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63141. The conference rotates among U.S. destinations, with the 2027 edition scheduled for San Antonio, Texas Hill Country. Specific founding-year and historical attendance details are not published on the official conference page.
Venue & Travel
Venue
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
23808 Resort Parkway
The JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is nestled amid 600 acres of oak-covered hills in Texas Hill Country near downtown San Antonio. Its refined event space offers 268,000 square feet, featuring outdoor pavilions and elegant ballrooms. Amenities include the River Bluff Water Experience — a 9-acre water park with a 1,100-foot lazy river — plus multiple resort restaurants and a full-service spa. The resort is also home to PGA TOUR-approved TPC golf courses that have hosted the Valero Texas Open.
Parking
Parking is available on-site at the resort. The property offers parking, which may be free or subject to additional fees. Accessible parking is also provided for guests. Confirm current self-parking and valet rates with the resort or the AAO conference materials.
Getting There
- Nearest airport: San Antonio International Airport (SAT). The resort is located at 23808 Resort Parkway and sits about 14 miles northeast of the airport, roughly a 35-minute drive.
- Driving/rideshare: The resort is approximately 21.7 km from San Antonio International Airport, about 22 minutes by car. Taxis and rideshare services serve the route from the airport.
- Rail: The San Antonio Amtrak Station is about 35 km from the resort, roughly a 30-minute drive.
Nearby Hotels
The conference takes place at the host resort itself, so on-site rooms are the most convenient option:
- JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa (host hotel) — rooms on the conference grounds; attendees are advised to secure hotel reservations upon registration.
The resort sits in the Stone Oak area of North San Antonio. Nearby landmarks include Sprouts Farmers Market (about 3.4 km), the Village at Stone Oak (about 4.8 km), and other retail in the Stone Oak district. Additional chain hotels are located along the Stone Oak Parkway and US-281 corridor a short drive away.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the AAO Winter Conference 2027?
The AAO Winter Conference 2027 takes place January 22-24, 2027, in San Antonio, Texas Hill Country. It is held at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa at 23808 Resort Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78261.
Who should attend the Winter Conference?
The conference is designed for orthodontists and residents. Its focus is on cultivating a broader understanding of clinical concepts and techniques, including the management of non-surgical sagittal correction, while keeping attendees informed of advances in the field.
What is the theme of the 2027 conference?
The 2027 theme is Next-Gen Clinical Excellence: Evidence-Based, Data-Driven, AI-Enabled. Sessions explore how evidence, technology, and AI are redefining clinical decision-making, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
How do I register?
Registration opens in the fall of 2026, with fees published on the AAO Winter Conference registration page. Attendees are encouraged to secure hotel reservations upon registering, and international attendees can generate a personalized visa invitation letter through the conference website.
How do I get to the venue from the airport?
The nearest airport is San Antonio International Airport (SAT). The JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is about 14 miles northeast of the airport, roughly a 22-to-35-minute drive by car or rideshare.
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