A Letter of Invitation from the 2027 Program Co-Chairs

Dear Friends and Colleagues,

We are delighted to personally invite you to join us in Nashville, Tennessee, for the American Academy of Orofacial Pain’s 51st Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting.

Each year, the AAOP Annual Meeting brings our community together to reconnect with colleagues, welcome new faces, exchange ideas, and return home inspired by the people and conversations that continue to advance our field.

This year, under the theme New Horizons in Orofacial Pain: Artificial Intelligence and Beyond, we’ll explore how artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and the latest research are expanding what’s possible in diagnosis, treatment, and patient care. Together, we’ll consider not only where our profession is today, but where it’s headed next.

We’ve created a program that blends cutting-edge science with practical clinical education, offering opportunities to learn from leading experts, engage in meaningful discussions, and discover ideas you can bring directly into your practice. Whether you’re a longtime AAOP member or attending for the first time, we hope you’ll find inspiration, collaboration, and a renewed sense of connection.

Nashville’s creativity, hospitality, and vibrant energy provide the perfect backdrop for this year’s meeting. We look forward to welcoming you to Music City as we explore new horizons together and shape the future of orofacial pain care.

Warmly,

Liz Hatfield & Gary Klasser
2027 Program Co-Chairs