Glossary of Prosthodontic Terms
The Glossary of Prosthodontic Terms was created by the Academy to describe accepted terminology in the practice of prosthodontics. View Glossary
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Founded in 1918, the Academy of Prosthodontics is the oldest specialty organization in prosthetic dentistry, boasting a Fellowship of distinguished clinicians, educators, and leaders of the profession from around the world.
Save the Date for the Academy of Prosthodontics Annual Meeting on May 3-6, 2023.
It is our pleasure to invite you to attend the Annual Meeting of the Academy of Prosthodontics, to be held in Naples, Florida. Dr. Mijin Choi is the 2023 program chair and has put together a spectacular program with world renowned speakers for a very exciting meeting.
The 2023 meeting will consist of scientific presentations, an exhibit hall, poster presentations, and several networking opportunities.
Mark your calendars and save the date for the 2023 AP Scientific Session at the beautiful La Playa Hotel in sunny Naples, Florida, June 3-6, 2023. Read more
Link to the 2023 Meeting Information Page
Future Meeting Dates and Locations:
2023 - Naples, Florida - La Playa Hotel - May 3-6
2024 - Denver, Colorado - Four Seasons Hotel - May 29 - June 1
2025 - Scottsdale, Arizona - Westin Kierland Hotel- May 29-31
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The Glossary of Prosthodontic Terms
Ninth Edition GPT-9 App URL GPT-9 PDF
The Glossary of Prosthodontic Terms is a document created by the Academy that describes accepted terminology in the practice of prosthodontics. This ninth edition of the Glossary of Prosthodontic Terms upholds the same objectives and standards as it did when it was first authored by the Academy of Denture Prosthetics in 1956. Throughout the world of prosthodontics, it has been valued as a reference for "uniform terminology [that] would permit authors to discuss their concepts and techniques and be sure that these would be understood by those who would read the articles, regardless of the geographic location or the specialty of the reader".
This is copyrighted material and reproduction requires express written permission from the AP using the application document.
The Annual Meeting of the Academy is held in the spring. Locations of the meetings provide the opportunity for learning and fellowship in beautiful surroundings. Please look at where we have traveled and where we plan to go in the near future.
The Academy of Prosthodontics Foundation (APF) was established in 1990 with the intent to assist the Academy of Prosthodontics meet the challenge of an expanding participation in research, education and patient care.
The Academy of Prosthodontics is one of the three organizations that founded the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry now available on-line. AP Fellows have free access the journal from their Fellowship Home webpage. Log-in required.
The Academy's Mission
To provide key knowledge and leadership in prosthodontics
The Academy of Prosthodontics will:
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1be recognized as the ethical standard bearer for the specialty
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2provide an advisory board to the prosthetic dental industry
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3be the mentors to emerging prosthodontics leaders
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4maintain and expand the Glossary of Prosthodontic Terms
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5present a premier prosthodontics meeting
Glossary of Prosthodontic Terms
The Glossary of Prosthodontic Terms was created by the Academy to describe accepted terminology in the practice of prosthodontics. View Glossary