A summary and interpretation of the results of the American Academy of Periodontology's visioning process for periodontics in the future...
2020 Vision for Periodontics
The American Academy of Periodontology's vision for the future of our dental specialty.
Mission
Our specialty will be known for advancing oral health and well-being through expertise in periodontics, implants, periodontal medicine, periodontal plastic surgery, and oral reconstructive surgery.
Values
Science: Our Bridge to the Future
- Strategic solutions
- Compassionate care
- Innovation
- Education
- New technologies
- Collaboration
- Ethical Behavior
Long-Term Goals
By the year 2020…
- Periodontology will be a central component of all predoctoral and dental hygiene education.
- We will be known as the premier providers of surgical and non-surgical care for patients with periodontal diseases; and coordinators of care for patients with periodontal and/or other oral conditions related to systemic health.
- We will be known as the premier providers of periodontal plastic surgery, oral reconstructive surgery, regeneration, tissue engineering, and implant therapy as well as leaders in the coordination of interdisciplinary care.
- We will be the preferred partners of industry to advance innovations for patient care.
- We will optimize our influence to realize this vision.
Purpose of the Academy
The purpose of the American Academy of Periodontology is to advance the periodontal and general health of the public and promote excellence in the practice of periodontics.
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