Member Benefits

AADOCR Membership Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is AADOCR?

  The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) is the leading professional community for multidisciplinary scientists who advance dental, oral, and craniofacial research. Previously the American Association for Dental Research, the 3,000-member organization connects the scientific community of professionals who champion research that contributes to overall health and well-being.

• Why join the AADOCR?

  AADOCR represents you—the multidisciplinary scientists who work every day to advance dental, oral, and craniofacial research. Discover, network and advance your career with an IADR/AADOCR membership! Join our extensive and valuable network of over 3,100 members in the U.S. and over 10,000 members worldwide. Whether you are a researcher, student or other individual interested in dental, oral and craniofacial research, the IADR/AADOCR welcomes you as a member.

• How much are AADOCR dues?

  Membership Category	2027 Dues Rates
  IADR/AADOCR Member	$489
  IADR/AADOCR Student Member	$153
  IADR/AADOCR Retired Member	$153
  IADR/AADOCR Affiliate Member	$373

   

  All AADOCR membership dues amounts are inclusive of IADR dues. Starting in 2015, IADR Member and Retired Member dues include membership in one IADR Scientific Group/Network. IADR student members must join at least one Group/Network, and may join up to a total of three Groups/Networks at no charge. IADR Affiliate Members are not eligible to join Groups/Networks. Please click here for Group/Network descriptions.

  IADR/AADOCR Retired membership is available to individuals who have 25 years of membership in the Associations and are no longer working full time for remuneration.

  AADOCR Sections also charge dues, please refer to the membership application (available at www.iadr.org/membership) for more information.

  If you are unsure of your appropriate category of membership, please click here  for more details  or  contact AADOCR

• How do I join AADOCR?

  You may join online, or if you prefer to pay by check, print the form at https://www.aadocr.org/aadocr-membership and send it with payment via mail. Upon receipt and processing of your application, the IADR will send an email receipt and welcome message. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing and delivery.

• When does IADR/AADOCR membership expire?

  IADR/AADOCR membership follows a calendar year period. All memberships expire on December 31 of the current calendar year.

• Where should I mail my membership payment?

  Please send payments to:

  IADR/AADOCR
  1619 Duke Street
  Alexandria, VA 22314-3406
  USA

• What is AADOCR's refund policy?

  AADOCR follows IADR's membership and publications refund policy is listed below.

  Refunds due to an error by the IADR/AADOCR will be processed immediately and in full. A $20 processing fee will be withheld from all other refunds. Overpayment of $30 or less will be treated as a contribution and will not be refunded. Refunds will normally be sent in the same manner as the original payment (i.e., checks will be issued for payments by check, and credit cards will be credited for payments by credit card). If a wire transfer is requested, IADR/AADOCR will pass on all wire transfer fees to the recipient. Please allow 6-8 weeks for your refund to be processed. IADR does not offer refunds for canceled memberships, according to the IADR Constitution & Bylaws.

• How can I get my ID number?

  Members will see the ID number by logging in to the IADR/AADOCR Member Portal. Members may also contact IADR to request the membership card.

• I’ve forgotten my password. What should I do?

  Your password can be sent to you automatically if the Global Headquarters has your email address on file. Please go to https://my.iadr.org and click on the link marked "Forgot your password?" to request your password. Your user name or email is required for your request to be processed. If your account information cannot be located, please contact @email 

• How can I change my user name or password?

  You will need to log into the Member portal, https://my.iadr.org/ to change your password. Then select Edit My Profile and follow on-screen instructions.