Conferences.Dental Editorial Selection

Best Dental Conferences 2027

Plan your continuing education calendar early. These are the dental congresses, symposiums and meetings worth booking in advance for 2027 — across 5 continents and 8 specialties.

22Selected events
5Continents
8Specialties
📅 Why plan your 2027 dental education now? Many major congresses open registration 12–18 months in advance, and early-bird pricing usually closes several months before the event. For destination events in Aruba, Lofoten or Osaka — booking flights and accommodation early can save significantly.

How we selected these events Events were chosen based on organizing body reputation, international scope, specialty coverage and clinical relevance, and are listed by region in date order, with destination events at the end of each region. Last updated: October 2026. As 2027 programs are still being finalized, details may be updated — check each event page for the latest information.
🌍 Europe
1
Trade ShowDigital Dentistry
IDS 2027 — Cologne
📅 16–20 March 2027📍 Cologne, Germany👥 Koelnmesse / GFDI
IDS is the world's leading trade fair for the dental industry, held every two years in Cologne. The 2027 edition is the place to see new digital workflows, materials and equipment from manufacturers worldwide — a must-visit for practice owners, lab owners and anyone planning technology purchases.
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2
ImplantologyProsthodontics
Meeting Mediterraneo 2027 — Riccione
📅 15–17 April 2027📍 Riccione, Italy👥 AIOP
The Italian Academy of Prosthetic Dentistry's flagship congress, held on the Adriatic Riviera. Strong reputation for high-level clinical content in prosthodontics, implantology and oral rehabilitation with an international faculty and relaxed atmosphere.
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3
Implantology
ITI World Symposium 2027 — Milan
📅 6–8 May 2027📍 Milan, Italy👥 International Team for Implantology
The ITI World Symposium is the flagship scientific event of the International Team for Implantology, bringing clinicians and researchers together to review the evidence and clinical practice of implant dentistry. The 2027 edition takes place in Milan.
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4
General Dentistry
British Dental Conference & Dentistry Show 2027 — Birmingham
📅 14–15 May 2027📍 Birmingham, United Kingdom
A major UK event that combines a continuing-education conference programme with a large trade exhibition in Birmingham. A convenient two-day option for UK dentists and their teams to earn CPD and discover new products.
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5
Endodontics
ESE 2027 Biennial Congress — Rome
📅 8–11 September 2027📍 Rome, Italy👥 European Society of Endodontology
The ESE Biennial Congress is the premier European event for endodontists. Rome 2027 promises a world-class scientific program combining cutting-edge research with hands-on clinical education in one of the world's most iconic cities.
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6
ImplantologyPeriodontics
EAO Congress 2027 — Madrid
📅 23–25 September 2027📍 Madrid, Spain👥 European Association for Osseointegration
The EAO Annual Congress is Europe's most prestigious implantology event, attracting over 5,000 specialists each year. The 2027 Madrid edition will cover the full spectrum of osseointegration — from surgical protocols to prosthetic solutions and digital workflows. Madrid is an outstanding host city for this landmark meeting.
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7
General Dentistry
Northern Lights 2027 — Lofoten Islands
📅 17–26 January 2027📍 Lofoten Islands, Norway👥 Unconventional Conventions
One of the most unique dental conferences in the world — combining CE education with an unforgettable Arctic experience. Northern Lights 2027 is for dental professionals who want to learn in an extraordinary environment, with the possibility of witnessing the aurora borealis between sessions.
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🌎 North America
8
ImplantologyProsthodontics
ICOI Winter Implant Symposium 2027 — Palm Springs
📅 4–6 February 2027📍 Rancho Mirage, California, USA👥 ICOI
The ICOI's winter symposium in the sunny California desert — a focused CE event covering surgical and prosthetic implantology, bone grafting and full-arch rehabilitation, with an intimate format that encourages direct interaction with faculty.
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9
Endodontics
IAE Annual Meeting 2027 — Irving, Texas
📅 4–6 March 2027📍 Irving, Texas, USA👥 International Academy of Endodontics
One of the most respected endodontic congresses globally, known for high scientific standards and elite membership. The 2027 Texas edition focuses on advances in endodontic treatment, regenerative procedures and digital technologies in root canal therapy.
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10
General DentistryDental Education
ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition 2027 — Chicago
📅 13–16 March 2027📍 Chicago, Illinois, USA👥 American Dental Education Association
The leading annual meeting for dental educators and academic researchers in North America. The Chicago 2027 edition brings together leaders in dental education to shape the future of how dentistry is taught — essential for faculty, researchers and anyone involved in dental academic programs.
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11
Cosmetic Dentistry
AACD 2027 Annual Scientific Session — Hollywood, FL
📅 31 March – 3 April 2027📍 Hollywood, Florida, USA👥 American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
One of the leading meetings for cosmetic and restorative dentistry, combining lectures, hands-on workshops and the AACD community. The 43rd Annual Scientific Session takes place in Hollywood, Florida.
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12
Endodontics
AAE 2027 Annual Meeting — San Antonio
📅 14–17 April 2027📍 San Antonio, Texas, USA👥 American Association of Endodontists
The premier annual meeting for endodontists in North America, with a programme covering clinical technique, research and practice management. The 2027 edition is held in San Antonio, Texas.
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13
General Dentistry
AGD Annual Dental Conference 2027 — Chicago
📅 8–10 July 2027📍 Chicago, Illinois, USA👥 Academy of General Dentistry
The Academy of General Dentistry's annual conference is designed for general practitioners, with broad multi-specialty continuing education across three days in Chicago.
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14
ImplantologyGeneral Dentistry
Aruba Dental Conference 2027
📅 14–17 January 2027📍 Noord, Aruba👥 Clinical Research Dental
The most popular CE destination event in the Caribbean — combining high-quality continuing education with a luxury resort experience. The 2027 edition covers implantology, restorative dentistry and esthetics with CE credits in an unbeatable setting. Book early — places sell out well in advance.
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15
ImplantologyOrthodonticsEndodontics
47th Annual Hawaiian Dental Forum 2027 — Big Island
📅 13–20 February 2027📍 Big Island, Hawaii, USA
One of the most beloved dental CE destination events in the world — a full week of multi-specialty education in the extraordinary setting of Hawaii's Big Island. The 47th edition covers implantology, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontology and cosmetic dentistry.
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🌎 South America
16
General Dentistry
44th CIOSP — São Paulo
📅 27–30 January 2027📍 São Paulo, Brazil👥 APCD
The São Paulo International Dental Congress (CIOSP) is among the largest dental events in Latin America, combining a broad scientific programme with a major trade exhibition.
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17
PeriodontologyImplantology
International Perio Master Clinic 2027 — Rio de Janeiro
📅 30 April – 1 May 2027📍 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil👥 European Federation of Periodontology (EFP)
The EFP's elite master clinic format comes to South America for the first time, bringing world-leading periodontists and implantologists to Rio de Janeiro. A landmark opportunity for periodontists and implantologists in the region to access the highest level of European expertise.
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🌏 Asia & Middle East
18
General DentistryExhibition
AEEDC Dubai 2027
📅 19–21 January 2027📍 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
AEEDC Dubai pairs a large international exhibition with a scientific conference, drawing dental professionals from across the Middle East, Asia and beyond. A strong choice for combining continuing education with product discovery.
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19
ImplantologyGeneral DentistryFree
IDEX Istanbul 2027 — International Dental Exhibition
📅 14–17 April 2027📍 Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul's major international dental exhibition bringing together manufacturers, distributors and dental professionals from Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia. Free to attend, IDEX 2027 is unmissable for discovering new products, technologies and clinical approaches in one of the world's most strategically positioned dental markets.
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Pediatric DentistryOrthodontics
31st IAPD Congress 2027 — Osaka
📅 2–5 June 2027📍 Osaka, Japan👥 International Association of Paediatric Dentistry
The world's premier congress for pediatric dentistry, held every two years. Osaka 2027 promises a landmark edition in one of Asia's most dynamic cultural destinations, covering preventive approaches, behavioral management, orthodontic considerations and the future of pediatric dental care worldwide.
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🌏 Oceania
21
General DentistryImplantologyOrthodontics
Australian Dental Congress 2027 — Adelaide
📅 19–22 May 2027📍 Adelaide, Australia👥 Australian Dental Association
The flagship event of Australian dentistry, held every two years by the Australian Dental Association. The Adelaide 2027 edition covers all major specialties across four days, attracting thousands of dental professionals from Australia, New Zealand and the wider Asia-Pacific region — the premier dental event in the Southern Hemisphere.
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22
Research
IADR/APR General Session 2027 — Melbourne
📅 23–26 June 2027📍 Melbourne, Australia👥 IADR
A major international meeting on dental, oral and craniofacial research, bringing researchers, academics and clinicians together in Melbourne. Best for those who follow the science behind everyday practice.
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📋 This is an editorial selection by the Conferences.Dental team. Programs and dates for 2027 events are subject to change. For the complete list of all confirmed dental conferences in 2027, browse all upcoming events. New events are added daily as organizers announce their schedules.