Northeastern Society of Orthodontists - NESO 2026 in Boston, MA

Northeastern Society of Orthodontists - NESO 2026

November 6–7, 2026
Boston, MA

Event Date

November 6–7, 2026

Location

Boston, MA

About This Show

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The Northeastern Society of Orthodontists (NESO) Annual Meeting is a regional orthodontic conference held each fall for orthodontists and their teams. The 2026 edition, themed "In Sync: Aligning Disciplines for Exceptional Care," takes place November 6–7, 2026 at The Westin Copley Place in Boston, Massachusetts. NESO is a constituent organization of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).

NESO's Annual Meeting is described as the premier professional development and networking event for orthodontists and their staff in the northeastern U.S. and Canada, featuring dynamic lectures, workshops, and an Exhibit Hall showcasing orthodontics' leading partners. The program is built around dual tracks that pair clinical education with practice-management and business-growth content, plus sessions tailored for both doctors and their teams.

Attendees can earn continuing education credit, connect with regional colleagues, and engage industry partners in the exhibit hall. With social events such as a Friday Welcome Reception and Boston's Back Bay location as a backdrop, the meeting blends learning, networking, and a memorable host-city experience—ideal for practicing orthodontists, academics, residents, and clinical and administrative staff.

Show Highlights

  • Theme: "In Sync: Aligning Disciplines for Exceptional Care."
  • Dual education tracks designed to sharpen clinical expertise while strengthening the business side of the practice, with practical strategies attendees can implement right away.
  • Sessions for doctors and their teams covering the trends, technologies, and team dynamics shaping today's orthodontic practices.
  • Exhibit Hall showcasing orthodontics' leading partners, with morning treats, breaks, and lunch held in the exhibition space.
  • Friday Welcome Reception at Kings Back Bay, an offsite venue offering gaming, food, drink, and entertainment, sponsored by LightForce.
  • NESO Cup Poster Competition, a Career Fair, and a Resident Reception and lounge for orthodontic residents.
  • 9.25 continuing education credits designated for the activity; NESO is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

Booth Pricing

Exhibit space is offered as one 6'x8' space with a 6' tabletop, two chairs, and two complimentary table representatives.

  • Early-bird exhibit space (before Feb 1, 2026): $3,400
  • Standard exhibit space: $3,750
  • Premium corner exhibit: $3,950 (listed as sold out)

Sponsorship packages, which include exhibit space or discounts, range from an A la Carte tier (items from $500 to $2,000) and Sapphire ($4,000) and Silver ($6,500) levels (each with a 50% exhibit-space discount) up through Gold ($8,500), Gold Plus ($10,000), and Platinum ($12,500), which include a complimentary premium exhibit space. Invoices over $10,000 are not eligible for credit-card payment.

Registration

Registration is open online via the meeting's Evenium registration page. Before registering, attendees should ensure their membership is in good standing with the AAO Member Service Center.

Registration tiers (early / regular / onsite):

  • NESO/AAO Member: $795 (by Sept 4) / $895 (by Oct 30) / $950 onsite
  • NESO Academic Member: $600 / $700 / $800
  • Clinical/Admin Staff: $425 / $525 / $550
  • Resident: $200 (flat rate, available to all orthodontic residents)
  • Guest Badge: $425
  • Exhibitor: $350
  • Non-AAO Member doctors/All Others: $1,250 / $1,250 / $1,350

All fee categories include admission to conference sessions, receptions, and the exhibit hall, though CE is not available to Guests or Exhibitors. To qualify for a refund (less a $50 administrative fee), written cancellation must be received by 11:59 PM EST on October 30, 2026; no refunds are given after that date. Substitutions are permitted at any time in writing.

History

The Annual Meeting is the flagship event of the Northeastern Society of Orthodontists, a professional member organization representing orthodontists across the U.S. states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont, and the Canadian provinces of Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland. NESO is recognized as a constituent of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), and its mission is to engage and inspire members through education, advocacy, and research in orthodontics. Specific founding-year details were not published on the meeting website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the NESO 2026 Annual Meeting?

The 2026 Northeastern Society of Orthodontists Annual Meeting takes place November 6–7, 2026 at The Westin Copley Place, located at 10 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116.

Who should attend NESO 2026?

The meeting is designed for orthodontists and their teams across the northeastern U.S. and Canada, including practicing orthodontists, academics, residents, and clinical and administrative staff. It offers dual tracks covering clinical excellence and practice/business growth.

How do I register and how much does it cost?

Registration is open online through the meeting's Evenium page, and members should confirm their AAO membership is in good standing first. Fees range from $200 for residents and $425 for clinical/admin staff to $795–$950 for NESO/AAO members, depending on when you register.

How many continuing education credits are offered?

NESO designates the activity for 9.25 continuing education credits, and it is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. CE is not available to those registered as Guests or Exhibitors.

What is the host hotel and group rate?

The Westin Copley Place, Boston is the host hotel, offering a group rate of $309 plus tax per night for a King or Two Queens room. Reservations must be made by October 8, 2026 to guarantee the group rate.

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