CTOR Academy has achieved a major milestone: the Advanced Education Program in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics has received full accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
CTOR at the AAO General Meeting
CTOR Clinical Faculty
Graduating Class 2025
This accomplishment reflects the strength of the program, the dedication of its faculty and students, and CTOR Academy’s commitment to excellence in education, research, and clinical care. Since its founding, the Academy has pursued a singular vision—to build the future of Orthodontics and Craniofacial Orthopedics through the integration of translational research and advanced clinical training.
The residency program is designed to prepare clinician-scientists who not only master the science behind diagnosis and treatment but also translate emerging discoveries into improved patient care. Residents are immersed in an environment that fosters critical thinking, innovation, and collaboration across disciplines including biology, physics, and developmental sciences.
Since receiving initial CODA accreditation in 2022, CTOR Academy has made significant strides. The Class of 2025, its inaugural cohort, graduated this past June, and the continued progress of the Classes of 2026 and 2027 has demonstrated the program’s academic and clinical strength. CODA’s decision to grant full accreditation in 2025 is a formal recognition of the high standards upheld at the Academy and its impact on the profession.
This milestone was made possible through the collective efforts of CTOR faculty, students, and collaborators over the past 18 years. Full accreditation marks not an end, but a new beginning—expanding CTOR Academy’s ability to grow its reach, deepen partnerships, and shape the next generation of leaders in Orthodontics and Craniofacial Orthopedics.
