Dental CE Courses & Conferences in Texas (2026–2027)

The 108th Annual Meeting, Scientific Sessions and Exhibition of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is the main yearly meeting for oral and maxillofacial surgeons and their teams.

• Dates: September 28 – October 3, 2026
• Venue: Seattle Convention Center Summit and Hyatt Regency Seattle, Seattle, WA
• Theme: “Together We Thrive: Celebrating Family and Our OMS Community”
• Who it’s for: oral and maxillofacial surgeons, residents and OMS staff

Next year: the 109th AAOMS Annual Meeting is scheduled for September 20 – 25, 2027 in San Antonio, TX.

Program and registration: aaoms.org

The 108th Annual Meeting, Scientific Sessions and Exhibition of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is the main yearly meeting for oral and maxillofacial surgeons and their teams.

• Dates: September 28 – October 3, 2026
• Venue: Seattle Convention Center Summit and Hyatt Regency Seattle, Seattle, WA
• Theme: “Together We Thrive: Celebrating Family and Our OMS Community”
• Who it’s for: oral and maxillofacial surgeons, residents and OMS staff

Next year: the 109th AAOMS Annual Meeting is scheduled for September 20 – 25, 2027 in San Antonio, TX.

Program and registration: aaoms.org

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Join us at the highly anticipated International Symposium on Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Education (ISPDDE – 26), taking place in Columbus, USA on 1st – 2nd October 2026 . Hosted by one of the most trusted organizations, APSTE, the conference provides a premier global platform for exchanging ideas and insights on the latest developments across various fields. Our goal is to offer a competitive venue for industry professionals and academic researchers to showcase and discuss cutting-edge advancements in their respective fields.

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It is the hope of the IFD-PD Conference that you will join us, either in person or online, to take complete advantage of all that this event has to offer. This entire conference has been organized with the sole intention of allowing participants access to the latest research insights, opportunities to disseminate research, network with fellow professionals, and take advantage of opportunities to accelerate their careers in the discipline of International Forum on Dentistry and Pediatric Dentistry.

Smiles at Sea is a dental continuing-education cruise that combines CE lectures, networking and a vacation for dentists and their teams.

• Dates: October 8 – 12, 2026 (starts with a one-day land event in Miami on October 8)
• Route: Miami → Nassau → Perfect Day at CocoCay aboard Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas
• Who it’s for: dentists, hygienists, office managers and whole practice teams

Next cruise: March 10 – 15, 2027 aboard Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady (Miami → Key West → Bimini).

Details and booking: smilesatsea.com

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Join us at the highly anticipated International Forum on Pediatric Dentistry and Oral Development (IFPDOD – 26), taking place in San Francisco, USA on 9th – 10th October 2026 . Hosted by one of the most trusted organizations, APSTE, the conference provides a premier global platform for exchanging ideas and insights on the latest developments across various fields. Our goal is to offer a competitive venue for industry professionals and academic researchers to showcase and discuss cutting-edge advancements in their respective fields.

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We are thrilled to invite you to attend the International Workshop on Pediatric Dentistry and Behavior Management – (IWPD-BM-26) conference, taking place on 9th – 10th October 2026 at Boston, USA. The event will bring together leading experts, thought-provoking discussions, and a diverse group of attendees from around the world. With over 500 participants expected, the conference will provide ample opportunities for networking and professional growth.

The 112th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) is the largest yearly gathering for periodontists, with lectures, hands-on workshops and scientific sessions on regeneration, implants and periodontal care.

• Dates: October 29 – November 1, 2026
• Venue: Seattle Convention Center, Seattle, WA
• Who it’s for: periodontists, general dentists with an interest in perio, residents, hygienists and dental teams

Program, CE details and registration: am2026.perio.org

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

The 112th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) is the largest yearly gathering for periodontists, with lectures, hands-on workshops and scientific sessions on regeneration, implants and periodontal care.

• Dates: October 29 – November 1, 2026
• Venue: Seattle Convention Center, Seattle, WA
• Who it’s for: periodontists, general dentists with an interest in perio, residents, hygienists and dental teams

Program, CE details and registration: am2026.perio.org

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Welcome to International Forum on Dentistry and Oral Rehabilitation (IFDOR – 26), an exciting event that strives to bring together all stakeholders in the discipline of International Forum on Dentistry and Oral Rehabilitation to promote authentic and accelerated scientific research progress. At our conference, participants, keynote speakers, presenters, volunteers, and others will gain access to best-in-class resources, infrastructure, and opportunities to help them achieve their professional objectives, no matter how diverse and varied they may be.

The Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM) is one of the largest dental congresses in the United States, held every year after Thanksgiving in New York City.

• Meeting dates: Friday, November 27 – Tuesday, December 1, 2026
• Exhibit hall: Sunday, November 29 – Tuesday, December 1, 2026
• Venue: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, 11th Avenue between 34th & 39th Street, New York, NY
• Who it’s for: dentists, hygienists, assistants, lab technicians and practice teams

Next year: GNYDM 2027 runs November 26 – 30, 2027, also at the Javits Center.

Full program, CE courses and registration: gnydm.com

The Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM) is one of the largest dental congresses in the United States, held every year after Thanksgiving in New York City.

• Meeting dates: Friday, November 27 – Tuesday, December 1, 2026
• Exhibit hall: Sunday, November 29 – Tuesday, December 1, 2026
• Venue: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, 11th Avenue between 34th & 39th Street, New York, NY
• Who it’s for: dentists, hygienists, assistants, lab technicians and practice teams

Next year: GNYDM 2027 runs November 26 – 30, 2027, also at the Javits Center.

Full program, CE courses and registration: gnydm.com

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IARF Conference is the only explanation that focuses exclusively on the interface between the science system and the environment at surfaces. It is the perfect occasion for macro experiment between basic scientists and industry professionals working on pathways of different spheres of science. The organization was with a vision to reintroduce the renaissance of science globally. For an intellectually stimulating and socially memorable occasion, IARF Conference welcomes you into the world of innovative experiments and fantasies. The congress of thoughts and elimination of void thinking is what we believe in. According to us Science has no definition but all the entities in this world are derived and defined by Science. Science can take any shape of thoughts and can be implemented by any operations.

The 119th Rocky Mountain Dental Convention (RMDC), presented by the Metro Denver Dental Society, is the largest gathering of dental professionals in the Rocky Mountain region.

• Dates: January 21 – 23, 2027
• Venue: Colorado Convention Center, downtown Denver, CO
• What’s on: in-person lectures, hands-on workshops and an expo hall with 250+ booths
• Who it’s for: dentists, hygienists, assistants and the whole dental team

Program and registration: rmdconline.com

Yankee Dental Congress is New England’s largest dental meeting, offering continuing-education courses, a large exhibit floor and social events for the entire dental team. The 2027 theme is “Connecting for Oral Health.”

• Dates: January 28 – 30, 2027
• City: Boston, MA (Boston Convention & Exhibition Center)
• Who it’s for: dentists, hygienists, assistants, lab technicians and office teams

Program, CE details and registration: yankeedental.com

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

The Crown Council Annual Event brings together Crown Council member dentists and their teams to share ideas on practice growth, leadership and patient care.

• Dates: January 28 – 30, 2027 (check-in Thursday; sessions Friday, January 29 – Saturday, January 30)
• City: Nashville, TN
• Who it’s for: dentists and dental teams in the Crown Council community

Details and FAQs: crowncouncil.com

The Annual Hawaiian Dental Forum combines dental continuing education with a stay in Hawaii. Attendees can register for one week or both.

• Week 1: February 13 – 20, 2027 · Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, Maui
• Week 2: February 20 – 27, 2027 · Hilton Waikoloa Village, Big Island
• Who it’s for: dentists and dental teams who want destination CE

Program, CE details and registration: hawaiiandentalforum.com

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

The Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting is one of the largest and longest-running dental meetings in the United States, with hundreds of CE courses and a major exhibit hall.

• Dates: February 25 – 27, 2027
• Venue: McCormick Place West, 2301 S. Indiana Avenue, Chicago, IL
• Who it’s for: dentists, specialists, hygienists, assistants and office teams

Program, CE details and registration: cds.org

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

Smiles at Sea is a dental continuing-education cruise that mixes CE lectures and networking with a vacation for dentists and their teams.

• Dates: March 10 – 15, 2027
• Ship & route: Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady · Miami → Key West → Bimini Beach Club
• Who it’s for: dentists, hygienists, office managers and practice teams

Program, CE details and registration: smilesatsea.com

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

The Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting in Atlanta is one of the major dental meetings in the Southeast, with a large CE program and exhibit hall.

• Dates: March 18 – 20, 2027
• Venue: Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA
• Exhibit hall: March 18–19, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; March 20, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
• Who it’s for: dentists, hygienists, assistants and office teams

Program, CE details and registration: hinman.org

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) Scientific Session is the annual conference for cosmetic and esthetic dentistry, with lectures, hands-on workshops and an exhibit hall.

• Dates: March 31 – April 3, 2027
• Venue: Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort, Hollywood, FL
• Who it’s for: dentists, lab technicians and teams focused on cosmetic dentistry

Program, CE details and registration: aacdconference.com

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) Scientific Session is the annual conference for cosmetic and esthetic dentistry, with lectures, hands-on workshops and an exhibit hall.

• Dates: March 31 – April 3, 2027
• Venue: Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort, Hollywood, FL
• Who it’s for: dentists, lab technicians and teams focused on cosmetic dentistry

Program, CE details and registration: aacdconference.com

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

The Pacific Northwest Dental Conference (PNDC), presented by the Washington State Dental Association, offers 20+ CE credits over three days, with lectures included and optional paid hands-on workshops.

• Dates: April 1 – 3, 2027
• Venue: Seattle Convention Center Summit, Seattle, WA
• Who it’s for: dentists, hygienists, assistants and office teams

Program, CE details and registration: wsda.org

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

Star of the North is the Minnesota Dental Association’s annual scientific session, first held in 1883, with a strong focus on the whole dental team.

• Dates: April 22 – 24, 2027
• Venue: Saint Paul RiverCentre, St. Paul, MN
• Who it’s for: dentists and dental teams from Minnesota and the upper Midwest

Program, CE details and registration: star.mndental.org

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

CDA Presents The Art and Science of Dentistry, from the California Dental Association, is one of the largest dental conventions in the U.S., with 200+ courses, 130+ speakers and 450+ exhibitors.

• Dates: May 13 – 15, 2027
• Venue: Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
• Who it’s for: dentists, hygienists, assistants, lab technicians and office teams

Program, CE details and registration: cda.org

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

The TDA Meeting, hosted by the Texas Dental Association, offers three days of CE, hands-on learning and an exhibit hall with the newest dental products.

• Dates: May 13 – 15, 2027
• Venue: Henry B. González Convention Center, 900 E. Market Street, San Antonio, TX
• Registration: opens January 20, 2027 (early-bird rates through end of February)
• Who it’s for: dentists and dental teams

Program, CE details and registration: tdameeting.com

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

The Florida Dental Convention (FDC), from the Florida Dental Association, features 150+ continuing-education courses and 350+ vendors. The 2027 theme is “Uniting Dentistry’s All Stars.”

• Dates: June 24 – 26, 2027
• City: Orlando, FL
• Who it’s for: dentists, hygienists, assistants and office teams

Program, CE details and registration: floridadental.org

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

AGD2027 is the annual meeting of the Academy of General Dentistry — a conference for general dentists with 100+ hours of CE, hands-on workshops and networking.

• Dates: July 8 – 10, 2027
• City: Chicago, IL
• Who it’s for: general dentists and their teams

Program, CE details and registration: agd.org

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.

The Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM) is one of the largest dental congresses in the United States, held every year after Thanksgiving in New York City.

• Meeting dates: November 26 – 30, 2027
• Exhibit hall: November 28 – 30, 2027
• Venue: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, NY
• Who it’s for: the whole dental team

Program, CE details and registration: gnydm.com

Always confirm dates and details on the organizer’s official website before registering or booking travel.