The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is the largest professional society representing oral and maxillofacial surgeons in America and the world. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons here and abroad look to AAOMS as the premier source of information and guidance on educational, clinical and professional conduct standards.
Purpose and Mission
AAOMS’s purpose is to contribute to the public welfare by advancing the profession of dentistry and in particular the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery. The Association does this by:
- Fostering programs of education, research, standards of practice and scientific investigation in the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery.
- Providing means of self government relating to professional standards, ethical behavior and responsibilities of fellows and members.
- Providing opportunities for social and professional development.
- Publishing the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
AAOMS’s mission: Advancing, promoting and preserving the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery as well as the skills and professionalism of AAOMS members to ensure patient access to safe and effective care.
AAOMS Governing Documents
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons achieves its purpose and mission through activities, structures and policies outlined in the AAOMS Governing Documents. The publication consists of four parts.Â
Constitution
The AAOMS Constitution contains the fundamental provisions defining the Association’s incorporation, purpose, basic governing structure, and obligation to promulgate a code of professional conduct and ethics.
Bylaws
The AAOMS Bylaws detail the structure of the Association, its composition and function, and the relationship between the Association and its members, including the rights, obligations, powers, and duties of each.
Procedural Manuals
Consisting of five separate volumes covering Membership, House of Delegates, Board of Trustees, Committees and General Provisions, each Procedural Manual serves as the authoritative reference and operational guide for its subject area. Â
Code of Professional Conduct
The Code of Professional Conduct with Official Advisory Opinions and Judicial Procedures is the official guide for the Association and its fellows and members in maintaining high ethical standards in delivering oral and maxillofacial surgical care. The Advisory Opinions are interpretations, opinions, and statements of the Association’s Commission on Professional Conduct, which is charged with enforcing and maintaining the Code. The Judicial Procedures govern the operations of the Commission on Professional Conduct and are used in the adjudication of professional conduct matters.Â
