Get ready for an unforgettable experience at AAOSH Annual Session 2026!

Where innovation, collaboration, and whole-body health take center stage.

This year’s event brings together leading voices in oral–systemic health for dynamic lectures, hands-on learning, and meaningful networking designed to elevate your practice and expand your impact. From cutting-edge science to practical, real-world strategies, you’ll gain insights you can immediately apply all while connecting with a passionate community dedicated to transforming healthcare.

Join us for an energizing, forward-thinking event that will leave you inspired, informed, and ready to make a difference.

Brian Nový, DDS

Dr. Nový teaches cariology at Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University, and the University of Pikeville. He served the American Dental Association Council of Scientific Affairs from 2010-2014, and in 2016 was appointed the consumer representative to the United States Food & Drug Administration Dental Products Panel. His papers are published in various journals including the Journal of the American Dental Association, the Journal of Dental Research, the Journal of Evidence-Based Dentistry, Dentistry Today, Inside Dentistry, Dental Economics, the National Academies of Medicine, the International Journal of Health Equity, and General Dentistry.

Paul Reynolds, PhD

Paul Reynolds earned a PhD in molecular and developmental biology. As a professor at Brigham Young University, he primarily studies the effects of inflammation and glycation. His research explores the pulmonary apparatus (exposure to particulates and how exposure influences systemic health) and inflammation caused by hyperglycemia and how ketogenic states mitigate inflammatory outcomes. His research program has received numerous grants from private institutes and the National Institutes of Health.

Graham Lloyd-Jones, BA, MBBS, MRCP, FRCR

Dr. Graham Lloyd-Jones is a Consultant Radiologist based in Salisbury, UK, and founder and CEO of Radiology Masterclass, a leading medical imaging education platform. Following research and educational projects related to COVID-19, he developed a strong interest in the biological mechanisms linking oral pathogens to systemic disease. Bringing a whole-body anatomical perspective to oral-systemic health, Dr. Lloyd-Jones challenges conventional paradigms and advocates for greater collaboration across healthcare. He serves as Section Editor for Current Oral Health Reports (Springer Nature), overseeing oral-systemic health content, and collaborates on improving oral care pathways for hospital patients in the UK.

David Wong, DMD, DMSc

David T.W. Wong DMD, DMSc is Professor and Director of the Oral/Head and Neck Oncology Research Center at UCLA. He is a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Sciences (AAAS), Fellow of AADR, past member of the ADA Council of Scientific Affairs, and the past president of American Association of Dental Research (AADR). He is the current chair of the NCI Liquid Biopsy Consortium and past chartered member and chair of the NIH CSR Molecular Cancer Diagnostics and Classification (MCDC) study section.

Mark Cannon, DDS, MS

Dr. Mark L. Cannon is a Professor Emeritus and pediatric dentistry expert with over 45 years of experience, holding academic and clinical roles at leading institutions, including Northwestern University and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital, and has lectured extensively worldwide on oral-systemic health and microbiome research. A former President of the American Academy for Oral & Systemic Health, he is also an active researcher, patent holder, and dedicated family man who takes pride in his accomplished children and grandchildren.

Ellie Campbell, DO & Kathleen Carson, DDS

Oral health is not separate from whole-body health — and this session shows you how to put that into practice. Drs. Kathleen Carson and Ellie Campbell pair a focused teaching session with a candid podcast conversation to walk through a practical, build-from-scratch model for oral–systemic care: how to spot risk, structure the workup, coordinate medical–dental referrals, and track whether what you’re doing is actually working. You’ll leave with a ready-to-use toolkit of checklists and templates for Monday morning.

Kjersti Aagaard, MD, PhD, MSCI

Dr. Kjersti Aagaard is a nationally recognized maternal-fetal medicine physician, researcher, and educator whose groundbreaking work has transformed our understanding of pregnancy, early-life health, and the microbiome. As National Medical Director and Physician Advisor for Women’s Research at HCA Healthcare, she leads innovative research focused on environmental exposures, maternal health, and infant development. A prolific scientist with more than 350 published manuscripts and continuous NIH funding since 2005, Dr. Aagaard has received numerous prestigious awards for her research, mentorship, and clinical excellence. Her work bridges cutting-edge science and patient care to improve outcomes for mothers and children worldwide.

Mia Geisinger, DDS, MS

Dr. Mia L. Geisinger is a nationally recognized periodontist, educator, researcher, and leader in oral healthcare. She is Professor, Director of Advanced Education in Periodontology, and Acting Chair of Periodontology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. A Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, she has held prominent leadership roles with the American Academy of Periodontology and American Dental Association. With more than 80 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Geisinger’s research focuses on periodontal-systemic interactions, implant therapy, and regenerative strategies. She is a sought-after national and international speaker known for translating emerging science into practical, evidence-based patient care.

This annual competition is designed to advance interdisciplinary thinking, ignite scientific curiosity, and inspire next-generation leaders in oral and systemic health. Participants will explore one of two transformative themes: The Oral/Systemic Revolution or The Oral/Systemic Movement into the Future with AI. Students may submit research, case studies, public health concepts, or technology-driven innovations that advance understanding of the oral & systemic connection. Selected posters will be showcased at the AAOSH Annual Session 2026 in New Orleans, with top projects recognized before leaders in medicine, dentistry, and healthcare innovation.

Annual Session 2026 Ticket PricinG

We hope you will join us in New Orleans, LA in September 2026.

Just like last year, this year's show will SELL OUT!

What's Included in Your Ticket:

Access to all lectures for all 3 days
Access to the Exhibitor Floor during the event
1 Ticket to the Thursday night reception with the exhibitors
1 Ticket to the Friday night gala
Food and drinks during breaks, the gala, and reception
Ability to claim CDE/CME for qualifying lectures
Attendee bag (with swag), and a personal badge with lanyard

VIRTUAL EVENT TICKET PURCHASES: If you find that you are unable to attend an event, you may sell your ticket to a friend or colleague (this is a freely transferrable ticket).

You may request a refund of your ticket prior to 90 days before the start of the event, minus a $15 processing fee. Due to financial obligations incurred by AAOSH, we can offer a 50%, minus a $15 processing fee, refund 31-90 days before the start of the event. We cannot offer refund requests made 0-30 days before the start of the event.

If you wish to transfer your ticket, the initial registrant is responsible for finding and soliciting the ticket transferee and communicating the new attendee's contact information to AAOSH via email at support@aaosh.org.

Due to financial obligations incurred by AAOSH, no refunds or credits will be issued on cancellation requests less than 30 days before the start of the event.

LIVE EVENT TICKETS:
If you find that you are unable to attend an event, you may sell your ticket to a friend or colleague (this is a freely transferrable ticket).

You may request a refund of your ticket prior to 90 days before the start of the event, minus a $15 processing fee. Due to financial obligations incurred by AAOSH, we can offer a 50%, minus a $15 processing fee, refund 61-90 days before the start of the event. We cannot offer refund requests made 0-30 days before the start of the event.

If you wish to transfer your ticket, the initial registrant is responsible for finding and soliciting the ticket transferee and communicating the new attendee's contact information to AAOSH via email at support@aaosh.org.

Due to financial obligations incurred by AAOSH, no refunds or credits will be issued on cancellation requests less than 60 days before the start of the event.

All refunds incur a $15.00 processing fee.

All membership sales are final and not subject to refunds. All memberships renew on an annual basis. In order to cancel your membership, you must notify AAOSH 30 days in advance of your renewal date by contacting support@aaosh.org. If your membership tier changes (i.e. professional to retired), you must notify AAOSH 60 days prior to your renewal date so that we can change your status to the appropriate billing code.

All Exhibiting Partner Sales are final and non-refundable.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at AAOSH Annual Session 2026!

Meet the Speakers:

The Keynotes:

The Main Stage Speakers:

About the venue

Annual Session 2026 Ticket PricinG

Tentative schedule

Day 1: Thursday, September 10

Exhibit hall | speaker | Breaks | Gala

registration opens

Poster contest Judging starts

implementation stage (Exhibit hall) opens

Pre-Conference Event: The Xylitol Science Exchange 2026 presented by Xlear

Lecture

Thursday night reception sponsored by xlear:

implementation stage (Exhibit hall) Closes

Day 2: Friday, September 11

Exhibit hall | speaker | Breaks | Gala

implementation stage opens

Coffee & Snacks

Opening remarks

keynote lecture

Break

Podcast - Sleep, Sex, and Senility

ProBiora Health presentation

Lecture

Lunch

Henry Schein presentation

Lecture

Innovative Oral Solutions presentation

Lecture

Break

Film Introduction

Movie Premiere

Poster Contest Judging Ends

Lecture

implementation stage Closes

Friday Night Gala

Second Line Band out to Bourbon Street

Day 3: Saturday, September 12

Exhibit hall | speaker | Breaks | Gala

implementation stage opens

Coffee & Snacks

Opening Remarks

keynote lecture

SuperMouth Presentation

Lecture

Break

Lecture

Lunch

Lecture

StellaLife Presentation

Lecture

CLosing remarks

implementation stage Closes

Meet the exhibiting partners