Fuel your professional growth

Advance your clinical expertise through evidence-based learning and meaningful connection Oct. 8–10 in Indianapolis.

Registration is now open
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Registration details

View pricing and pass options and secure your place at the Scientific Session.

Why in-person learning matters

Hear from Maria Geisinger, D.D.S., M.S., and fellow attendees about the value of CE, hands-on learning and peer interaction. 

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Evidence-based CE  excellence

Deepen your expertise through science-driven continuing education grounded in the latest research and clinical guidelines.

Start your engines!

The ADA 2026 Scientific Session will be held alongside the Indiana Dental Association Center for Excellence program.

SmileCon

Schedule of Events: Join us in Indianapolis, Oct. 8–10 at the Indiana Convention Center.

Wednesday, Oct. 7
1–5 p.m. Registration
Thursday, Oct. 8
7 a.m.–6 p.m. Registration
7:45 a.m.–9 a.m. General Session
9 a.m.–6 p.m. Exhibit Hall
Happy Hour, 5–6 p.m.
9:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m. CE Courses and Hands-On Workshops
1:30–5 p.m. CE Courses and Hands-On Workshops
Friday, Oct. 9
7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Registration
8:30 a.m.–Noon CE Courses and Hands-On Workshops
9 a.m.–3 p.m. IDA Center for Excellence Program
9 a.m.–5 p.m. Exhibit Hall
1:30–5 p.m. CE Courses and Hands-On Workshops
5–6 p.m. Changemakers Celebration Reception
Saturday, Oct. 10
7:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Registration
8:30 a.m.–Noon CE Courses and Hands-On Workshops
9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall

 

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Explore cutting-edge products, services and solutions from leading industry exhibitors.
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Hear from ADA leadership on the state of the Association and what to expect next.
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Cheers! Relax and mingle with colleagues at Happy Hour.

Additional information:

Learn what’s on the horizon for the future of ADA’s annual meeting.
Confirm your CE from past annual meetings, 2020 through 2025.
Got a question? Peruse our FAQ and see if an answer already awaits you!
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2026 House of Delegates

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