American Academy of Orofacial Pain

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50th SCIENTIFIC MEETING
April 30th – May 3rd, 2026
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

The American Academy of Orofacial Pain (AAOP) is dedicated to advancing an interdisciplinary approach to orofacial pain management and promoting the highest patient care standards. It encourages collaboration among dental professionals, medical doctors, physical therapists, and mental health specialists to provide comprehensive, holistic patient care. The AAOP’s success is driven by the exceptional work of its volunteer leaders and diverse membership. The AAOP was founded in 1975 as a professional member organization.

Orofacial Pain is the specialty of dentistry that encompasses the diagnosis, management and treatment of pain disorders of the jaw, mouth, face, head and neck. The specialty of Orofacial Pain is dedicated to the evidenced-based understanding of the underlying pathophysiology, etiology, prevention, and treatment of these disorders and improving access to interdisciplinary patient care.

The American Academy of Orofacial Pain, an organization of dentists and other health professionals, is dedicated to alleviating pain and suffering through the promotion of excellence in education, research, and patient care in the field of orofacial pain and associated disorders.

OFP associated disorders include but are not limited to temporomandibular muscle and joint (TMJ) disorders, jaw movement disorders, neuropathic and neurovascular pain disorders, headache, and sleep disorders.

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Michele A Schultz-Robins

I am grateful to walk this path with all of you. Let’s continue to lead, to elevate, and to advocate—together.

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2026 – Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

April 30th to May 3rd