Orlando, FL, United States — June 21, 2026 — The Florida Dental Convention (FDC), the official meeting of the Florida Dental Association (FDA), is set to open on June 25, 2026, building on a 9% attendance increase from its 2025 edition, which welcomed over 8,650 dental professionals. This annual gathering will provide a focused environment for dental specialists, educators, and exhibitors to engage with advancements relevant to clinical practice and operational efficiency.
Event Overview and Growth Trajectory
The 2026 Florida Dental Convention (FDC) will convene from June 25 to 27 at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida. This event, recognized as a significant national dental meeting, is anticipated to draw over 7,000 dental professionals and more than 350 vendors. The FDC has demonstrated consistent growth, with the 2025 convention welcoming over 8,650 dental professionals, marking a 9% increase from 2024. In 2016, the FDC attracted over 7,000 attendees, underscoring its established presence within the dental community.
Exhibition Focus: Technology and Specialized Care
The FDC exhibit hall will feature two core sectors: Dental Equipment & Advanced Technology and Specialized Dental Care & Practice Management Solutions. The former will showcase advanced digital dentistry, including CAD/CAM solutions, sophisticated digital imaging systems, and intraoral scanning technology. Attendees will also find AI-powered receptionist and front desk automation, alongside practice management software integrations such as Dentrix, EagleSoft, and OpenDental. The latter sector will address specialized clinical disciplines like orthodontics, clear aligners, dental implants, prosthetics, and cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Critical areas such as infection control, sterilization, and patient communication platforms will also be presented.
Educational Programming and Professional Development
A cornerstone of the FDC is its extensive continuing education program. It will offer over 150 courses and more than 30 hands-on workshops, allowing attendees to earn up to 22 CE hours towards licensure. The event is designed for a diverse audience of dental professionals, including general and specialty dentists, dental hygienists, and practice managers. The dynamic exhibit hall will also feature live product demonstrations and product launches, providing direct engagement with new products and techniques.
Organizational Context and Industry Participation
The Florida Dental Convention is organized by the Florida Dental Association (FDA), a statewide professional membership organization established in 1884. With a membership exceeding 8,100 individuals, the FDA is committed to advancing dental science and improving the oral health of Floridians. Its Committee on Conventions & CE is instrumental in curating the educational programs and exhibitions. Past exhibitors have included Medit Corp., Bausch Articulating Papers Inc., and adfuel inc., among hundreds of leading dental companies.
Further details regarding the Florida Dental Convention, including registration and the full program, are available at https://www.floridadental.org/convention-ce/convention/attend.