Northern Lights 2027 Dental & Medical Conference (17-26 January 2027)
About this event
The Northern Lights 2027 Dental & Medical Conference is a multidisciplinary dental and medical conference organized by Unconventional Conventions. The event combines continuing professional education with an immersive Arctic expedition through the Lofoten Islands and Sápmi (Swedish Lapland). The conference takes place from 17–26 January 2027 and focuses on blending scientific sessions with once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences.
The program includes lectures and workshops in areas such as emergency dentistry, conscious sedation, oral medicine, pathology, orthodontics, implants, and mucocutaneous conditions. Confirmed speakers include Dr Cheng-Yee Rossiter, Dr Andrew Ip, Dr Anastasia Georgiou, and Dr Simon Lee.
The journey includes:
- 7 nights inside the Arctic Circle
- Stays in the famous ICE Hotel
- Northern Lights viewing opportunities
- Dog sledding and reindeer sledding
- Sami cultural experiences
- Snowshoe hiking and fjord expeditions
- Scenic travel through Norway and Sweden
Optional extensions include a pre-conference tour in Oslo and a post-conference stay in Stockholm.
Why Attend
1. Unique combination of education and expedition
Unlike traditional congresses held in convention centers, this event combines accredited professional education with Arctic exploration. Delegates attend conference sessions while traveling through some of Scandinavia’s most remote and visually dramatic landscapes.
2. Exceptional Northern Lights experience
The itinerary was specifically designed to maximize opportunities to see the Aurora Borealis, with multiple nights spent deep inside the Arctic Circle away from heavy urban light pollution.
3. High-value networking environment
Because the conference operates as a shared expedition, participants spend extended time together during activities, transfers, and excursions. This creates more meaningful networking opportunities than standard large-scale conferences.
4. Immersive Scandinavian experiences
Attendees can experience:
- Traditional Sami indigenous culture
- Ice sculpting workshops
- Arctic wildlife and fjord landscapes
- Snowmobile and husky sled experiences
- Overnight stays in handcrafted ice rooms
- Bucket-list destination appeal
The conference visits destinations that many travelers consider once-in-a-lifetime experiences, including the Lofoten Islands and the original ICEHOTEL.
Community reactions from travelers who have visited Northern Lights destinations in Scandinavia frequently describe the experience as “magical,” “unbelievable,” and “bucket-list worthy.”
About Lofoten Islands
Lofoten Islands
The Lofoten Islands are one of Norway’s most spectacular Arctic archipelagos, known for dramatic mountains, deep fjords, fishing villages, and pristine wilderness. Located above the Arctic Circle, the region offers exceptional winter scenery with snow-covered peaks rising directly from the sea.
Lofoten is famous for:
- Arctic landscapes and photography
- Traditional Norwegian fishing culture
- Sea eagle safaris
- Winter outdoor adventures
- Northern Lights visibility
Sápmi
Sápmi, historically referred to as Lapland, spans northern parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia. It is the traditional homeland of the Sami people, the indigenous inhabitants of the Arctic region.
Winter in Sápmi is characterized by:
- Frozen forests and tundra
- Minimal light pollution
- Strong Aurora Borealis visibility
- Deep cultural traditions
- Reindeer herding communities
The conference includes cultural activities with Sami communities, including reindeer sledding and traditional Arctic meals.
Stockholm
Stockholm, the optional post-conference destination, is often called the “Venice of Scandinavia” because it is built across 14 islands connected by bridges. During winter, the city transforms into a snowy Nordic capital with frozen waterways, historic architecture, and vibrant culinary and cultural scenes.