The ADA 2026 Scientific Session focuses in on what matters most: better results for your patients. To achieve this, you need to immerse yourself in dentist-first, evidence-based education based on the latest research. When you go home, you’ll take with you not only memories and CE hours, but new methods and insights you can use in your practice on day one.
Who’s Coming to the 2026 Scientific Session?
A visit to this year’s meeting is not reserved for just one specialty, career stage or type of practice. If you’re driven by a passion for dentistry and value credible, research-driven education, practical guidance for improving lives, this one’s for you.
Why Attend the 2026 Scientific Session Oct. 8–10?
- Strengthen Your Clinical Practice — Gain practical knowledge and skills that directly support sound clinical decision-making and high-quality patient care.
- Evidence-Based Continuing Education — Deepen your expertise through science-driven continuing education focused on oral cancer and radiography guidelines, oral-systemic health and JADA research-based topics.
- Dentist-Focused CE Programming — Curated courses designed specifically for dentists, ensuring every session delivers relevant, applicable value. Content is informed through a highly competitive peer review process, with specialty colleagues serving as content SMEs to help shape and recommend course topics.
- Focused Skill Building — Enhance clinical proficiency through targeted workshops and hands-on learning opportunities aligned with core practice needs.
- Meaningful Peer Connection — Engage with fellow dentists to share insights, challenges, and best practices grounded in real-world experience.
- Efficient, Intentional Learning — Maximize learning with a focused agenda.
- Comprehensive Access — One registration pass gives you access to CE presentations, panels, General Session, peer engagement opportunities, and the exhibit hall for a cohesive learning experience.
