— OVER 90 YEARS —
Elevating Dental Journalism and Communications
The MISSION of the AADEJ is to advance excellence in dental communications, journalism, and literature by providing educational resources and promoting ethical practice, professional leadership, and editorial integrity.
Our Vision:
To be the trusted leader in oral health communications, advancing dental journalism, literature and editorial excellence to the highest standards of integrity, quality, and impact.
The core values of the AADEJ are:
• Integrity: Upholding honesty and transparency in all editorial, literary and journalistic practices.
• Excellence: Striving for the highest standards in dental literature and communications.
• Education: Committing to continuous learning and professional development for members.
• Collaboration: Fostering a supportive dental writing and publishing community.
• Innovation: Embracing new ideas and technologies to advance dental literature and communications.
2026 Dental Editors University.
AADEJ 2025 Annual Conference and Meeting, San Diego.
Become a Member
Editors and staff associated with the production of dental publications and others interested in dental journalism are eligible to join the AADEJ. Enjoy networking with other editors and staff in the dental world. Take advantage of the webinars, seminars, annual meeting, and dental editor universities to enhance your skills, your publication, and awareness of current trends, in print, digital, and social media. AADEJ also offers credits to earn a Certified Dental Editor accreditation.
Congratulations to Our 2026 AADEJ Award Winners
2026 Gies Editorial Award Winners
1st Place: Dr. Karisa Yamamoto
"Cultivating Meaningful Connections in Dentistry and Beyond"
published in the Journal of the California Dental Association, Volume 53, Issue 1
1st Place: Andrew Young
"Loupe-Vision"
published in the Journal of the California Dental Association, Volume 53, Issue 1
2nd Place:Kristin Johnson
"Staying Afloat in the Ripples of Addiction”
published in the Journal of the California Dental Association, Volume 53, Issue 1
3rd Place:Dr. Stuart Segelnick
"Fire!”
published in the Journal of the New York State Dental Journal, Volume 91, Issue 15
2026 Distinguished Dental Editor Award
David A. Foe, MA, CDE
35 Year Managing Editor,
Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
