Arizona Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Bylaws If you qualify, please download the membership application and send it to our Secretary/Treasurer as per the application. — Thank You
Membership Categories & Eligibility:
ACTIVE: An applicant for Active membership shall be a member of or an applicant to the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry; he/she shall be involved with the practice of dentistry, dental administration, dental education or oral health research in the State of Arizona.
ASSOCIATE: This category of membership is available, upon application, to (1) dentists who are educationally qualified in one of the other specialty areas of dentistry recognized by the American Dental Association and who have a demonstrable interest in pediatric dentistry, (2) non-pediatric dentists residing in Arizona whose interests are consistent with the mission of the Academy (3) non-dentist individuals whose primary concern and activity is in an area of education or research specifically related to pediatric dentistry. Associate members may not use the Academy name, membership status or logo, nor imply special expertise or training in pediatric dentistry.
HONORARY: Individuals who are not otherwise eligible for membership in the Academy may be nominated for Honorary Membership. Honorary members may be elected for unusual and outstanding contributions to the profession following nomination by a voting member, who shall submit substantiating evidence of the nominee’s qualification for membership to the Membership Committee. Unanimous recommendation of the Membership Committee and unanimous approval of the Board of Directors shall be required for consideration for election. An affirmative vote of three-fourths of the membership present, entitled to vote, and voting, at any General Assembly shall be required for approval.
RETIRED: This category of membership is reserved for persons who were previously Active or Associate members and who now receive no income from dentistry but wish to maintain a relatively close association with the Academy. This member has the same opportunities as an active member but does not pay dues. The member must apply annually for this membership classification and is financially responsible for any personal expenses incurred during meetings.
STUDENT: This category of membership is available, upon application, to postdoctoral students enrolled in an educational program in pediatric dentistry. The member must apply annually for this membership classification and is financially responsible for any personal expenses incurred during meetings.
