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Top 10 Premium Dental Conferences 2026

Premium dental conferences in 2026 span a wide range of specialties, from orthodontics and implants to digital workflows and endodontics.

By the numbers

  • Total Dental conferences: 10
  • Largest city by count: Anaheim (1)
  • Tier mix: 2 Tier A / 0 Tier B / 4 Tier C / 4 Tier D
  • Price mix: 0 $ / 0 $$ / 10 $$$
  • Date range: Feb 03, 2026 to May 02, 2026

Breakdowns

Here are two views on how the set distributes.

States by Premium Dental conference count

StateConferences
California4
Florida2
Texas2
Delaware1
Utah1

Premium Dental conferences by tier

TierConferences
Tier A2
Tier C4
Tier D4

Takeaways

Out of the 10 Dental conferences at the Premium ($$$) price tier, 2 are rated Tier A. Anaheim hosts the most events in this cut, with 1 on the calendar. March is the busiest month, with 4 conferences scheduled. Ticket pricing splits 0 at the $ tier and 10 at the $$$ tier, so entry costs vary widely across the set. AAE Annual Meeting tops the Tier-ranked list, held in Salt Lake City. The most common stated purpose is Training / Certification, covering 8 of the 10 events in this cut. Event length averages 3.0 days across the set, with the longest running 5 days.

Ranked list

10 conferences
  1. 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.

    MD&M West

    Feb 3–5, 2026Anaheim, CA10k+ attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    Given its 10k+ expected attendees, MD&M West has cemented its place as a marquee event in the Dental industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and the Orbital team rates it in the top tier informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Dental vertical, this show is worth a serious look.

  2. 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.

    Ormco Forum

    Feb 19–21, 2026Aventura, FL1k–2k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on 1k–2k annual attendees, Ormco Forum ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Dental sector. Entry at $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Dental space, this gathering deserves a line item in your event budget.

  3. 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.

    Glidewell Winter Implant Symposium

    Mar 6–7, 2026Irvine, CA1k–2k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on 1k–2k annual attendees, Glidewell Winter Implant Symposium ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Dental sector. Entry at $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Sales teams working the Dental market, this conference should be on your shortlist.

  4. 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.

    DS World Germany

    Mar 13–14, 2026Bonn, DE500–1k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on 500–1k annual attendees, DS World Germany ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Dental sector. Entry at $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Bronze drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Dental category, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.

  5. 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.

    BioHorizons Global Symposium

    Mar 20–22, 2026Miami Beach, FL<500 attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    With <500 industry professionals on the floor, BioHorizons Global Symposium sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Dental space. Ticket pricing at $$$ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, 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.

  6. 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.

    ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition

    Mar 21–24, 2026Montreal, CA500–1k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on 500–1k annual attendees, ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Dental sector. Entry at $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Bronze based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Dental space, this gathering belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

  7. 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.

    AAE Annual Meeting

    Apr 14–18, 2026Salt Lake City, UT2k–5k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    With 2k–5k industry professionals on the floor, AAE Annual Meeting sits firmly as a Platinum-rated show across the Dental space. Ticket pricing at $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and our team places it among Platinum events based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Dental vertical, this show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

  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.

    axiUm Academic Summit

    Apr 14–16, 2026Austin, TX<500 attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on <500 annual attendees, axiUm Academic Summit ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Dental sector. Entry at $$$ signals a serious operator audience, which is why Orbital rates it at Bronze using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Dental industry, this show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

  9. 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.

    ScanForward Digital Profitability Symposium

    Apr 24–25, 2026Costa Mesa, CA$$$ ticket

    Our take

    ScanForward Digital Profitability Symposium has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Dental industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Dental industry, this event belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

  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.

    DEO Summit & Operations Intensive

    Apr 30–May 2, 2026Dallas, TX$$$ ticket

    Our take

    DEO Summit & Operations Intensive has cemented its place as a niche event in the Dental industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and the Orbital team rates it in the specialist tier based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Dental category, this gathering should be on your shortlist.

Quick reference

All 10 conferences at a glance

ConferenceTier
MD&M WestPlatinumOrbital’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.
Ormco ForumSilverOrbital’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.
Glidewell Winter Implant SymposiumSilverOrbital’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.
DS World GermanyBronzeOrbital’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.
BioHorizons Global SymposiumSilverOrbital’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.
ADEA Annual Session & ExhibitionBronzeOrbital’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.
AAE Annual MeetingPlatinumOrbital’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.
axiUm Academic SummitBronzeOrbital’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.
ScanForward Digital Profitability SymposiumSilverOrbital’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.
DEO Summit & Operations IntensiveBronzeOrbital’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 2026?

This guide covers 10 Dental conferences for 2026. Scroll up to see dates, locations, and details for each event.

When is the biggest Dental event?

MD&M West is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 10k+ attendees. It takes place Feb 3–5, 2026. Location: Anaheim, CA.

What's the cheapest Dental conference to attend?

DEO Summit & Operations Intensive has the lowest ticket price on this list ($$$). It's held in Dallas, TX.

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