The American College of Dentists is comprised of dentists who have exemplified excellence through their outstanding leadership and exceptional contributions to dentistry and society. Membership is by invitation only. About 3.5% of dentists are Fellows of the American College of Dentists.
Founded in 1920, the American College of Dentists is the oldest national honorary organization for dentists. Throughout its history, it has undertaken and supported numerous initiatives to improve the profession and oral health care. Regarded as the “conscience of dentistry”, the American College of Dentists has come to epitomize ethics and professionalism in dentistry.