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The 2026 Annual Meeting will be held May 28-29, 2026, and we will be returning to the University of Montana Campus in Missoula!

CE Courses from these experts: Dr. Gordon Christensen, Dr. Jim Grisdale, Jamie Marboe RDH, BS, and Dr. Uche Odiatu.

Presented by WSDA, the Pacific Northwest Dental Conference unites thousands of dental professionals for three compelling days designed to elevate your practice, energize your team, and keep you at the forefront of dentistry.

From cutting-edge dental CE lectures to hands-on workshops, PNDC offers the opportunity to earn 20+ credits from an exceptional lineup of world-class speakers from the Pacific Northwest and across the United States. See our full dental CE schedule. Plus, explore a dynamic three-day Exhibit Hall showcasing the latest dental technologies, products and innovations.

Date & Time: June 25th, 2026, 8-11am

Descriptive Summary: Learn practical biomimetic dentistry techniques to preserve tooth structure, strengthen bonds and reduce endodontic treatment needs. This evidence-based workshop teaches advanced bonding, crack stabilization and stress-reducing layering for durable, conservative restorations with fewer complications—using protocols adaptable to any adhesive or restorative system.

Learning Objectives: Participants will understand biomimetic dentistry principles, improve bond strength and reduce microleakage and post-operative sensitivity. They will apply minimally invasive techniques for deep caries and cracked teeth, optimize existing bonding systems and incorporate immediate dentin sealing and stress-reducing restorative strategies into everyday clinical practice.

For more information or to register: https://www.floridadental.org/convention-ce/convention 

Plug in, amplify, and rock your practice at the 2026 Florida Dental Convention, where education meets energy and the whole dental team can reconnect, recharge, and have some serious fun. Come for the CE, Stay for the Fun! From inspiring education to lively networking, FDC is not your average dental meeting. Make plans now to visit us in Orlando!

Date & Time: June 27th 2026, 2-5pm

Descriptive Summary: 

This hands-on workshop teaches predictable posterior composite techniques for large three- to four-cusp restorations. Participants will practice adhesion, composite selection, layering and anatomy using Dr. Gammichia’s everyday materials, gaining confidence to deliver more aesthetic, durable restorations. Complements courses C50 and W27 for a full-day learning experience.

Learning Objectives: Participants will learn advanced techniques for aesthetic, durable composite restorations, including management of cracked and post-endodontic teeth. They will understand the philosophy behind complex restorative dentistry, elevate routine procedures to a higher standard and gain renewed enthusiasm and confidence to enhance patient care and practice growth.

For more information or to register: https://www.floridadental.org/convention-ce/convention 

AGD2026 is the premier dental conference for general dentistry, taking place June 24-27, 2026, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. As one of the largest continuing education conferences for dentists, AGD's annual Scientific Session offers 100+ hours of CE credits to choose from, hands-on workshops, cutting-edge clinical education, and networking opportunities with dental professionals from across the country. Whether you're seeking the latest advances in restorative dentistry, practice management strategies, or emerging technologies, AGD2026 delivers the education and connections general dentists need to elevate their practice.

Date & Time: July 11th 2026, 9 AM to 12 PM

Descriptive Summary: Practice costs grow year by year, however reimbursement rates stay flat. In order to remain as profitable, we face only once option….to increase our efficiency. Working smarter and faster is the only way. This course will help clinicians stay fast and efficient at the most common restorative procedures.

Learning Objectives:

• Discuss and perform several placement techniques for bulk fill posterior composites that will save time and increase predictability
• Review quick and effective polishing techniques for posterior restorations
• Examine different matrix systems and their best uses

For more information or to register: https://gulfcoastdentalconference.org 

RDH Under One Roof is a three-day action-packed event offering quality dental hygiene education. Dental hygienists learn from leading speakers in the industry during the educational courses. All attendees are also invited to visit the exhibit floor to view the newest dental hygiene products and dental equipment from the exhibitors.

Date & Time: Starts August 14th, 2026 at 8:00 AM, Ends August 15th, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Descriptive Summary: Direct composite is something we do every day in our practices. Yet, they can sometimes be frustrating when we don’t get a tight contact or a beautiful anterior result. The choice of materials and techniques today is complex and challenging to differentiate between. We will look at the science of the materials and step by step techniques to get predictable and beautiful results every day. The hands-on component will allow you to utilize the different techniques and materials. 

Learning Objectives: 

• The differences between the current generations of adhesives
• The current materials available
• When and Why to Use Bulk Fill
• How to get predictably tight posterior contacts
• Anterior layering for maximum Aesthetics
• How to Use Anterior composite stains

For more information or to register: https://pankey.org/course-category/composite/ 

Now in our third year, the Bay Area Dental Expo is a first-of-its-kind conference in the heart of Silicon Valley focusing on technology, innovation, research, and ideas that will shape the future of dentistry.

Date & Time: Starts September 11th at 8:00 AM, Ends September 12th at 2:30 PM

Descriptive Summary: The evolution of composite materials together with adhesive techniques are meeting the requests of patients, who ask less invasive therapies combined with highly esthetic results in posterior and anterior regions. The range of restorative options, is getting wider, thanks to composite that can adequately respond to mechanical stress, offering natural aesthetics and an effective adhesion when treated with specific protocols. At the same time there are situation where ceramic is more indicated. The main goal of this course is to provide indications and protocol for direct and indirect (composite; ceramic; zirconia restorations) through analog plus digital CAD-CAM and 3D printed restorations. All the steps will be addressed with step-by-step photos and videos on patients.

Learning Objectives: 

• Direct & Indirect Adhesive Restorations: Different Cavity Preparations for Direct, Partial Indirect & Full Indirect Restorations
• Different Adhesive Options/Protocols for Direct Restorations
• Different Adhesive & Cementation Options/Protocols for Indirect Composite, Ceramic & Zirconia Restorations
• Analog & Digital Workflows for Adhesive Indirect Restorations

For more information or to register: https://pankey.org/course-category/adhesive-posterior-restorations-direct-onlays-through-analog-digital-workflows/ 

Date & Time: Friday (11/6/2026): 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturday (11/7/2026): 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

Descriptive Summary: Every practice day, you need to provide practical and profitable preventive procedures; predictable, esthetic long-lasting restorative procedures; as well as single crowns. See, use, evaluate, and take home samples of the newest, best, most highly essential restorative materials and techniques. Gordon will help increase your expertise in all phases of restorative dentistry and show you how to be more profitable in your everyday dental procedures.

Learning Objectives: 

• Decide which esthetic restorative procedures to include in your practice
• Class II resins – predictable, non-sensitive, fast, profitable, and easy
• Tooth-colored inlays & onlays, both laboratory made and in-office milled. Learn high-quality techniques and how to receive optimum third-party and patient payment!
• Zirconia-based and full-contour zirconia restorations – are they working?

For more information or to register: Email: courses@pccdental.com
Or go to their website here: https://www.pccdental.com/products/ce-courses/hands-on-courses/restorative-dentistry