Top 10 Dental Conferences in the West in Spring 2026
12 Dental conferences take place in the West in Spring in 2026.
California tops the cut with 4, with Utah at 2 and New Mexico at 2.
Ranked list
10 conferences
1
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May 13–15, 2026·Portland, OR·2k–5k attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
Considering 2k–5k registered participants, Oregon Dental Conference (ODC) stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Dental vertical. Registration at $$ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Dental vertical, the show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
2
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Mar 25–28, 2026·San Diego, CA·1k–2k attendees·$$$$ ticket
Our take
Considering 1k–2k registered participants, Spear Summit stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Dental vertical. Registration at $$$$ signals a serious operator audience, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Dental vertical, the show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
3
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Apr 14–18, 2026·Salt Lake City, UT·2k–5k attendees·$$$ ticket
Our take
Based on 2k–5k annual attendees, AAE Annual Meeting ranks solidly as a flagship conference within the Dental sector. Entry at $$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Platinum using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Dental industry, this show is worth a serious look.
4
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Mar 6–7, 2026·Irvine, CA·1k–2k attendees·$$$ ticket
Our take
With 1k–2k industry professionals on the floor, Glidewell Winter Implant Symposium sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Dental space. Ticket pricing at $$$ signals a serious operator audience, and our team places it among Silver events informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Dental category, this gathering should be on your shortlist.
5
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ScanForward Digital Profitability Symposium stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Dental vertical. Registration at $$$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Dental space, this gathering belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
6
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May 1–2, 2026·Phoenix, AZ·<500 attendees·$$$ ticket
Our take
Considering <500 registered participants, WEvolution Dental Speaker Institute stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Dental vertical. Registration at $$$ signals a serious operator audience, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Dental vertical, the show deserves a line item in your event budget.
7
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ADS Annual Conference stands as a Bronze-rated gathering for the Dental vertical. Sales teams working the Dental vertical, this conference is worth a serious look.
8
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Eastern Dental Meeting stands as a Bronze-rated gathering for the Dental vertical. Registration at $$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, leading Orbital to rate it as a Bronze event based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Dental market, this conference should be on your shortlist.
9
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May 28–30, 2026·Albuquerque, NM·500–1k attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
Considering 500–1k registered participants, Fiesta NMDA stands as a Bronze-rated gathering for the Dental vertical. Registration at $$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, leading Orbital to rate it as a Bronze event using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Dental space, this gathering is worth a serious look.
10
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Based on <500 annual attendees, IOX Digital Dentistry Experience ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Dental sector. Sales teams working the Dental vertical, this conference is worth a serious look.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
PlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Frequently asked questions
How many Dental conferences are happening in West?
There are 10 Dental conferences listed for West in this guide. Browse the full list above to compare dates, locations, and expected attendance.
When is the biggest Dental event in West?
Oregon Dental Conference (ODC) is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 2k–5k attendees. It takes place May 13–15, 2026. Location: Portland, OR.
What's the cheapest Dental conference to attend?
Fiesta NMDA has the lowest ticket price on this list ($$). It's held in Albuquerque, NM. Expected attendance: approximately 500–1k.
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