19th World Congress on

Dental Health

Berlin, Germany   August 27-28, 2026

Dental Health2026

Theme: Innovating Smiles: Shaping the Future of Oral Health

19th World Congress on Dental Health 2026
August 27–28, 2026 | Berlin, Germany | Hybrid Event

We are excited to announce the 19th World Congress on Dental Health 2026, taking place in a hybrid format that allows participants to join in person in Berlin, Germany. The conference will be held under the theme “Innovating Smiles: Shaping the Future of Oral Health”, highlighting the latest advancements in dental science, technology, and patient-focused care.

The Dental Health 2026 serves as a leading platform for advancing awareness, education, and excellence in oral healthcare, inspiring professionals and communities to adopt and maintain effective dental health practices. The conference addresses critical issues in dentistry through a comprehensive scientific program featuring keynote lectures, oral presentations, workshops and symposia, poster sessions, and exhibitions. Attendees will explore the latest research developments, evidence-based clinical practices, and innovative technologies shaping the future of oral health.

Organizing interactive and educational sessions on dental health serves as a valuable way to enhance awareness and foster good oral hygiene. Here are some session ideas:

Session 1: Preventive Dentistry & Oral Health

Focuses on early diagnosis, risk-based interventions, and patient education to maintain long-term oral health. It includes the use of fluoride therapy, sealants, and routine check-ups to prevent dental diseases. Community programs and awareness campaigns further highlight the public health impact of preventive strategies. Highlights the role of community programs and public awareness campaigns in promoting oral health at a population level. Innovations in preventive dentistry, digital tools, and cosmetic interventions are examined for their role in enhancing patient care.

Caries prevention | Oral hygiene education | Risk assessment | Community programs | Public awareness campaigns | Preventive Dentistry | Oral Health | Digital Dentistry | Smart Technologies | Cosmetic Dentistry 

Session 2: Digital Dentistry & Smart Technologies

Integrates CAD/CAM systems, intraoral scanners, 3D printing, and digital workflows to enhance precision and efficiency. This session highlights innovations that improve patient-centered care and streamline clinical procedures. Real-world applications of these smart dental solutions are explored to demonstrate their impact in modern practice. Explores digital solutions across specialties such as implantology, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, and endodontics.

Digital impressions | 3D printing | CAD/CAM prosthetics | Digital workflow integration | Smart dental solutions | Implantology | Surgical Advances | Pediatric Dentistry | Orthodontic | Endodontics 

Session 3: Dentofacial Orthopedics & Orthodontics

Focus on diagnosing and correcting malocclusion and jaw discrepancies in children and adults. Techniques include growth modification, clear aligners, and advanced orthodontic appliances. The session emphasizes improving function, facial aesthetics, and long-term oral health outcomes. Examine interdisciplinary approaches combining orthodontics with periodontology and endodontics to achieve holistic treatment results

Malocclusion correction | Aligner therapy | Jaw growth modification | Occlusion management | Facial aesthetics | Root Canal Innovations | Periodontology | Gum Therapies 

Session 4: Restorative & Esthetic Dentistry

Highlights modern restorative techniques and esthetic procedures, including smile design, veneers, crowns, and minimally invasive treatments. It explores materials and approaches for functional and esthetic rehabilitation. Patient-centered solutions for contemporary cosmetic dentistry are emphasized throughout. Patient-centered solutions, combined with laser dentistry, 3D printing, and AI-assisted diagnostics, are emphasized to elevate the standard of care in restorative and esthetic dentistry.

Dental restorations | Veneers | Crowns | Smile design | Esthetic rehabilitation | Laser Dentistry | Forensic Dentistry | Dental Materials | 3D Printing Dentistry | AI in Diagnostics | Dental Radiology & Imaging 

Session 5: Implantology & Oral Rehabilitation

Focus on dental implants, surgical procedures, bone regeneration, and prosthetic planning. Full-mouth and implant-supported rehabilitation strategies are discussed to optimize function and aesthetics. Promotes oral wellness, confidence, and improved quality of life for patients. The session integrates invasive techniques, maxillofacial surgery, and infection control principles for comprehensive oral rehabilitation.

Dental implants | Guided surgery | Bone grafting | Implant prosthetics | Full-mouth rehabilitation | | Invasive Techniques | Maxillofacial Surgery | Infection Control 

Session 6: Periodontology & Gum Health Innovations

Addresses the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal diseases and their systemic links. Regenerative therapy, laser-assisted procedures, and long-term maintenance strategies are explored. Cutting-edge approaches integrate gum health with overall systemic wellness for comprehensive care. Emphasizes how integrating gum health with systemic wellness supports comprehensive dental care.

Periodontal therapy | Regenerative procedures | Laser dentistry | Systemic health | Dental Maintenance | Periodontal therapy | Regenerative procedures | Laser dentistry | Dental health | Infection Control 

Session 7: Endodontics & Advanced Root Canal Therapy

Focuses on pulp biology, modern instrumentation, irrigation, and retreatment strategies. Pain management and minimally invasive root canal techniques are emphasized. The session aims to preserve natural teeth and enhance long-term dental outcomes. Integration with periodontal therapy, geriatric dentistry, and tele-dentistry demonstrates a patient-centered approach across all age groups.

Root canal therapy | Pulp preservation | Irrigation techniques | Retreatment | Pain management | Periodontal therapy | Oral health | Infection Control | Dental Education | Geriatric Dentistry | Tele-dentistry 

Session 8: Pediatric Dentistry & Adolescent Oral Health

Covers preventive and restorative care for infants, children, and adolescents. Behavior management, early interventions, and oral hygiene education are key topics. The session encourages lifelong dental habits and early detection of developmental issues. Emphasis is placed on early interventions, oral hygiene education, and behavior management to encourage lifelong healthy dental habits.

Pediatric oral care | Dental management | Oral intervention | Restorative care | Oral hygiene education |

Session 9: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Deals with the surgical management of oral diseases, trauma, deformities, and pathology. Reconstructive and corrective procedures using modern techniques are highlighted. The session focuses on functional restoration and patient-centered surgical outcomes. Integration with periodontal therapy, regenerative procedures, and infection control emphasizes holistic oral surgical care.

Surgical dentistry | Facial reconstruction | Oral management | Cavity Pathology | Oral surgery | Periodontal therapy | Regenerative procedures | | Dental health | Infection Control | Dental Education | Geriatric Dentistry 

Session 10: Prosthodontics & Advanced Dental Prostheses

Focuses on restoring missing teeth using fixed, removable, and implant-supported prostheses. Treatment planning, occlusion, and esthetic rehabilitation are key topics. Innovations in prosthetic materials and patient-centered design are emphasized. Treatment planning, occlusion management, and esthetic rehabilitation are emphasized, alongside innovations in prosthetic materials and patient-centered design.

Fixed prostheses | Removable prostheses | Implant-supported restorations | Occlusion management | Esthetic rehabilitation | Periodontal therapy | Regenerative procedures | Tele-dentistry 

Session 11: Regenerative Dentistry & Stem Cell Therapy

Explores stem cell applications, tissue engineering, and regenerative approaches in dentistry. Topics include pulp regeneration, dental tissue repair, and bone reconstruction. Cutting-edge research shaping the future of dental treatments is highlighted throughout. Cutting-edge research in regenerative dentistry highlights opportunities for innovation and improved patient outcomes.

Stem cells | Tissue engineering | Pulp regeneration | Bone regeneration | Dental therapies | Fixed prostheses 

Session 12: Oral Pathology & Oral Medicine

Focus on the diagnosis and management of oral lesions, infections, and systemic oral conditions. Early detection, clinical assessment, and evidence-based interventions are emphasized. The session underlines the critical role of oral health in overall wellness. Focusing on diagnosis and management of oral lesions, infections, and systemic oral conditions, this session emphasizes early detection, clinical assessment, and evidence-based interventions.

Oral lesions | Oral infections | Systemic oral conditions | Early diagnosis | Clinical management | Oral hygiene education |

Session 13: Dental Radiology, 3D Imaging & AI Diagnostics

Covers CBCT, digital radiography, and AI-assisted diagnostics to enhance precision in dental care. Treatment planning, monitoring, and early disease detection are explored. Integration of imaging and AI into modern clinical workflows is highlighted. This session explores CBCT, digital radiography, and AI-assisted diagnostics to enhance precision in dental care.

Caries prevention | Oral hygiene education | Risk assessment | Community programs | Public awareness | Preventive Dentistry | Oral Health |

Session 14:  Laser Dentistry & Minimally Invasive Techniques

Focuses on soft and hard tissue applications for minimally invasive procedures. The session highlights patient-friendly treatments that reduce discomfort and promote faster healing. Precision, safety, and advanced clinical outcomes are emphasized. Highlighting soft and hard tissue applications, this session demonstrates minimally invasive procedures that reduce patient discomfort and accelerate healing.

Dental implants | Oral surgery | Bone grafting | Implant prosthetics | Full-mouth rehabilitation  | Invasive Techniques | Maxillofacial Surgery | Infection Control 

Session 15: Teledentistry & Remote Patient Care

Explores virtual consultations, remote monitoring, and digital patient engagement tools. Platforms that improve access to oral healthcare globally are highlighted. The session emphasizes convenience, early intervention, and continuity of care. Participants will explore tools enabling early interventions, continuous care, and patient convenience, demonstrating how technology bridges gaps in oral health delivery.

Cavity health | Remote monitoring | Telehealth platforms | Digital engagement | Oral Accessibility | Dental implants | Implant prosthetics 

Session 16: AI & Robotics in Dentistry

Transforming dental diagnostics, treatment planning, surgery highlights precision, workflow optimization, and clinical innovation. Emerging trends in AI-driven dentistry are explored for global dental care. Will explore emerging trends in AI-driven dentistry and their impact on global dental care.

Robotic surgery | Oral Automation | Precision dentistry | Digital innovation | Dental implants | Guided surgery | Bone grafting | AI diagnostics 

Session 17: Cosmetic Dentistry

Focuses on the latest advances in cosmetic dentistry, including smile design, teeth whitening, and veneers. Minimally invasive techniques for natural-looking outcomes are emphasized. The session also highlights global trends and patient expectations in dental aesthetics. Will also explore global trends, patient expectations, and integration with restorative and implant dentistry for comprehensive aesthetic outcomes.

Smile design | Whitening | Veneers | Esthetic dentistry | Minimally invasive | cosmetic procedures | Dental implants | Guided surgery | Bone grafting | Implant prosthetics

Session 18: Pain Management in Dental Practice

Explores delivering safe and effective anesthesia and pain management is critical for modern dental practice, particularly in complex procedures, pediatric care and advanced anesthesia techniques, sedation strategies, and comprehensive pain management approaches tailored for dental procedures. Covers complex procedures, pediatric and geriatric care, sedation techniques, and comprehensive pain control protocols tailored to optimize patient comfort.

Anesthesia in Dentistry | IV and Oral Sedation | Nitrous Oxide Sedation | Anesthesia in Dental Procedures | Pediatric Anesthesia | Pain Control | Geriatric Patient Anesthesia

Session 19: Neuro- Dentistry

Deals on interplay between oral health and neurological conditions that has become increasingly evident, highlighting the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and neurologists can work together to enhance diagnosis, treatment, and oral manifestations of neurological disorders, temporomandibular bruxism, orofacial pain syndromes. Will learn about the oral manifestations of neurological disorders, temporomandibular bruxism, orofacial pain syndromes, and neurorehabilitation strategies that improve patient-centered care.

Neurorehabilitation | Oral Function | Sleep Disorders | Bruxism | Neurological | Oral health | Patient-Centered Care | Trends in Neuro-Dental

Session 20: Dental Materials & Biomaterials

Explores the development and application of dental materials and biomaterials used in restorative, prosthetic, and regenerative dentistry to enhance durability, biocompatibility, and clinical outcomes. Emphasis is placed on durability, biocompatibility, and integration with robotic and AI-assisted dental procedures for optimized clinical outcomes.

Dental Materials | Biomaterials Congress | Dental Research | Robotic surgery | Automation | Precision dentistry 

 

Dental Services Market Overview

The global dental services market was valued at approximately USD 433.2 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach about USD 610.4 billion by 2030, reflecting an estimated CAGR of 4.5% between 2023 and 2030. Dental services include the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral health conditions provided by dentists and other dental care professionals.

Key Insights and Market Trends

  • North America led the market in 2022, accounting for more than 48% of total revenue.
  • Increased government support for Medicare and Medicaid in the U.S. is anticipated to boost demand for dental care, as patient out-of-pocket costs decline.
  • Dental implants represented the largest product segment, contributing over 21% of revenue.
  • Dental clinics  were the leading end-use segment, generating more than 68% of total revenue, and are projected to continue growing at over 4% CAGR through 2030.

Market Size Snapshot

  • 2022 Market Value: USD 433.2 billion
  • 2030 Expected Value: USD 610.4 billion
  • Growth Rate (2023–2030): 4.5% CAGR
  • Largest Region (2022): North America
  • Fastest Growing Region: Asia Pacific

Growth Drivers

Major factors supporting market expansion include:

  • Rising awareness of oral hygiene and oral disease prevention
  • Increasing cases of dental caries and gum disease
  • Advancements in digital and laser dentistry
  • Growing demand for cosmetic and aesthetic dental procedures

Top Dental Science Universities Globally

University of Michigan –USA
University of Hong Kong (HKU), Hong Kong
 King’s College London – Faculty of Dentistry, UK
Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU), Japan
Harvard University School of Dental Medicine, USA
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Dentistry,USA
University of Bern, Switzerland
University of Zurich, Switzerland
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA
Karolinska Institute, Sweden
KU Leuven, Belgium
Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Saudi Arabia
Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Dentistry, Thailand

      

Meetings International proudly announces the Young Scientist Awards through the 19th World Congress on Dental Health 2026, scheduled for August 27–28, 2026, in Berlin, Germany. This Dental Health 2026 conference will focus on “Innovating Smiles: Shaping the Future of Oral Health”

Dental Health 2026 and upcoming conferences will recognize participants who have made significant contributions to the scientific community in dental and medical sciences by honoring them with the Young Scientist Awards. These awards provide a unique professional development opportunity for young researchers to engage with global experts, exchange knowledge, and showcase their innovative research on an international platform.

The conference will cover a wide range of topics, including Dental Hygiene & Oral Care, Dentofacial Orthopedics & Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontology, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Cancer, Dentures, Geriatric & Nano Dentistry, Digital Dentistry & 3D Imaging (CAD/CAM), Dental Laboratory Materials and Processes, Advanced Tools and Techniques in Dentistry, Dental Nursing & Public Health Dentistry, Laser Therapy in Dentistry, Prosthodontics, and Cosmetic Dentistry. Dental Health 2026 provides a platform for young researchers, postdoctoral fellows, Ph.D. scholars, and students to present their research, innovations, and contributions to the field.

Eligibility:

Young scientists, faculty members, postdoctoral fellows, Ph.D. candidates, and outstanding final-year MSc or M.Phil. students, as well as professionals from scientific industries, are eligible to participate.

Benefits:

  • Recognition as a Young Scientist Awardee
  • Promotion on the conference website and award page
  • Certificate of recognition
  • Link and acknowledgment on the Meetings International platform
  • Opportunities to network and collaborate with global partners
  • Option to publish research in a relevant journal without any publication fee

Award Criteria:

  • All submitted abstracts will automatically be considered for the award
  • Presentations will be evaluated during the conference
  • Awards will be selected by a panel of expert judges
  • Evaluation will consider originality, methodology, analytical approach, knowledge of prior work, presentation quality, clarity of message, visual content, and overall impact
  • Winners will receive a certificate recognizing their achievement

Guidelines:

  • All submissions must be in English
  • Topics must align with the scientific sessions of the conference
  • Each participant may submit a maximum of two abstracts
  • Abstracts must be submitted online using the official template
  • Abstracts must be in Times New Roman, font size 12, and include title, author name, affiliation, country, speaker biography, recent photograph, images, and references

Conditions of Acceptance:

Awardees must submit the presentation for which the award is given, along with author permission, for publication on the conference website. Failure to submit within the designated timeframe will result in forfeiture of the award.

Award Announcements:

The official announcement of the Young Scientist Award recipients will be made after the completion of Dental Health 2026.

Meetings International has taken the initiative to felicitate attendees with awards to recognize, celebrate, and encourage excellence at its conferences and events. We acknowledge achievements within an industry that is continuously evolving and redefining best practices. These awards represent the pinnacle of professional accomplishment, and recipients are endorsed by our distinguished panel of industry experts a clear testament to their exceptional credentials.

Outstanding Speaker in Dental Health 2026: This award recognizes academic and professional speakers for their exceptional presentation skills and significant contributions to their field, teams, and patients through practice, leadership, or research. Recipients will be chosen by the session chair and co-chair and will be felicitated after the completion of their oral session. Dental Health 2026 encourages global researchers to participate as speakers at this prestigious event.

Best Keynote Speaker in Dental Health 2026: This award honors keynote presentations that made a notable impact during the conference. It also acknowledges the speaker’s enthusiasm and dedication to improving the experience of attendees. Selection will be based on presentation impact, audience engagement, and citations. Awardees will be felicitated by a member of the organizing panel during the conference.

Best Organizing Committee Member in Dental Health 2026: This award recognizes the continuous support and contributions of the organizing committee members. Recipients will be selected by the operating committee based on their cooperation and assistance from the start to the successful completion of the conference.

Outstanding Masters/Ph.D./Postdoc Thesis Presentation in Dental Health 2026: This award celebrates the innovative research and presentation skills of young researchers. Eligible participants include Masters, Ph.D., and Postdoctoral scholars. Recipients will be selected by the Young Researchers Forum judges and will be felicitated after the completion of all oral presentations under the Young Researchers Forum category.

Best Poster Award in Dental Health 2026: This award recognizes the best poster presentation during the conference. Evaluation criteria include presentation content, clarity, innovativeness, communication quality, scientific merit, layout, research insights, and analysis. Awardees will be felicitated after the completion of the poster session. Each poster should be approximately 1x1 meter, with title, content, and author information clearly visible from a distance of 1–2 feet.

These honors acknowledge the dedication and innovation of participants who advance the latest developments and practices in dental health research and education. Dental Health 2026 aims to enhance research standards and present new insights to the global dental community.

Criteria:

  • All presented abstracts will automatically be considered for awards.
  • Awards will be selected by judges of the respective categories.
  • Winners will be formally announced during the closing ceremony.
  • Poster awardees will receive an award certificate.
  • Evaluation will consider originality, methodology, argumentation, knowledge of prior work, presentation quality, clarity, visual content, and overall impression.

Guidelines:

  • All submissions must be in English.
  • Topics must align with the scientific sessions of the conference.
  • Each participant may submit a maximum of two papers.
  • Abstracts must be submitted online using the official template.
  • Abstracts must be in Times New Roman, font size 12, and include title, author name, affiliation, country, speaker biography, recent photograph, images, and references.

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  • Preventive Dentistry & Oral Health
  • Digital Dentistry & Smart Technologies
  • Digital Dentistry & Smart Technologies
  • Digital Dentistry & Smart Technologies
  • Restorative & Esthetic Dentistry
  • Implantology & Oral Rehabilitation

4 Organizing Committee Members

7 Renowned Speakers

Roger L. Price

Airway & Dental Sleep Medicine Consultant.
Australia

Azhar Najjar

King Abdulaziz University
Saudi Arabia

Dr. Jasmine Haddad

Founder of Smart Dental Boss
UAE

Noha M. El Adl

Dental Research Institute of the National Research Centre
Egypt

Dr. Luisa Gerstner

Dental Core Trainee at East Surrey Hospital
United Kingdom

Ali Jourk

Sehaty Medical Complex
Saudi Arabia

Dr. Yuris Idris Bayramov

Azerbaijan Medical University
Azerbaijan