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BAY AREA DENTAL EXPO 2024 RECAP

Discover the future of
dental practice at the
Bay Area Dental Expo

THE BAY AREA DENTAL EXPO IS A FIRST OF ITS KIND IN THE BAY AREA, FOCUSING ON INNOVATION AND CONCEPTS THAT WILL IMPACT THE FUTURE OF THE DENTAL PROFESSION.

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What to Expect

Innovative Topics

Buckle up for in-person presentations across two stages by dynamic speakers, covering ground breaking research, next-generation technologies and ideas that will propel dentistry into the future.

Convenient Location

Discover the future of dental practice at the Bay Area Dental Expo, a unique event taking place on August 22 and 23, 2025, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA.

Meet and Connect

Dental professionals and teams can meet up at our Kick-Off Breakfast or Expo Reception to enjoy refreshments, network with colleagues and keep the conversation going.

Hands-On Demos

Attendees will have the opportunity to get hands-on experience with new technologies and materials with reserved sessions in our exciting Dental Technology Discovery Zone.

Speakers

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YOUR HOST

SHEILA DOBEE, DDS

Dentist, Author, Media Personality, and Speaker. KOL- Dental Key Opinion Leader. Advisor to several dental companies. Dental Consultant.

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Ready to network and learn?

TWO DAYS OF DENTAL INNOVATION

PIONEERING SPEAKERS & HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS

Schedule

Time Activity
6 am - 8 am
Exhibitor Move In
8 am
Offical Expo Opening

  • Badge Pickup
  • Information Desk Opens
8 am - 11 am
Coffee and Connections (in the Expo Hall)
9 am - 10 am
Team Wellness (Speaker TBD)
11:00 am - 11:30 am

Main Stage: Welcome / Acknowledgements / Opening Remarks from SCCDS, CDA, ADA

11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Main Stage: ♦Keynote: Edward Zuckerberg, DDS, FAGD

12:30 -1:30 pm

Lunch

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Main Stage: Ryan Walsh, DDS, MS

Stage 2: Amy Wood, CEO, Copper Penny Consulting

2:30 pm - 2:45 pm
Break, Networking, Sponsor Presentations
2:45 pm - 3:45 pm

Main Stage: Hai Zhang, DMD, PhD
Stage 2: Adrian Lefler - How AI is changing the Front Office

3:45 pm - 4:00 pm
Break, Networking, Sponsor Presentations
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Main Stage: Wenyuan Shi, PhD
Stage 2: Adrian Lefler - Online Reputation Workshop

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Reception / Mixer

Time Activity
8:00 am

Registration Open / Networking

8:55 am
Day Two Welcome
9:00 am - 10:30 am

Main Stage: Takahiro Ogawa, DDS, PhD
Stage 2: Melia Lewis, MED, BSDH, RDH

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Break, Networking, Sponsor Presentations

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Main Stage: Ankur Gupta, DDS
Stage 2: Sam Shamardi, DDS

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Lunch
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Main Stage: Sam Shamardi, DDS
Stage 2: Ankur Gupta, DDS

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Break, Networking, Sponsor Presentations

2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Main Stage: Amey Patil, MSD
Stage 2: Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Main Stage: ♦Closing: Gordon Christensen, DDS, MSD, PhD

Tickets

SOLD OUT!

*Expo Coalition Dental Societies = Contra Costa County, Marin County, Monterey Bay, Mid-Peninsula, San Francisco, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Southern Alameda County

 

In order to get any of the discounts, a dental license is required.  Staff can only be registered by a licensed dentist.

FAQ

The Bay Area Dental Expo is scheduled for Friday, August 22, 2025 and Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA.

The Expo is a pioneering event focusing on dental innovation and the future of the dental profession. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with dental professionals from Northern California, attend more than 15 in-person presentations across two stages, engage in lively networking, and gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and materials.

The content is carefully curated to showcase emerging technologies such as digital imagery, 3D printing, machine learning, AI-assisted diagnostics and design, and more.

The Bay Area Dental Expo is produced by the Santa Clara County Dental Society in collaboration with a coalition of Bay Area Dental Societies including Contra Costa County Dental Society, Marin County Dental Society, Monterey Bay Dental Society, Mid-Peninsula Dental Society, San Francisco Dental Society, San Mateo County Dental Society, and Southern Alameda County Dental Society.

All of our main stage speaker presentations will provide CE credits based on the length of the presentation.

Dentists and their teams will be able to obtain CE credit for these presentations.

To receive Continuing Education (CE) credits, visit our CE portal:

https://app.jotform.com/240526016282146/240526034117042

Click the CE button in the app, or use the QR codes displayed at the end of each session. You’ll need to enter the keyword for the presentation. Certificates will be emailed to you within a week. If you can’t access your CE, via the app or have technical difficulty, please contact SCCDS at info@sccds.org after the Expo and we’ll be happy to help.

More details to come

Pricing details will be announced soon. Please enter your email to be among the first to know when tickets go on sale.

Printed and digital programs will be available at the event and via this website on the day of the event.

Seats in the theater(s) for each presentation are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and are not guaranteed. The main stage accommodates 650 seats. Stage 2 accommodates 150 seats.

Seats can not be reserved or saved. Once an attendee leaves a seat, that seat will become available.

Yes, parking at the Santa Clara Convention Center is free for Expo attendees.

The Hilton Santa Clara is the nearest hotel. Attendees are encouraged to inquire directly with the hotel.

Stay informed by bookmarking this site and following our social media channels for the latest updates and announcements.

For any further inquiries, please reach out to the Bay Area Dental Expo organizers through the contact information provided on the official event website, bayareadentalexpo.com.


We will continue to update this page frequently so check back often for the latest information.

Don't Miss This Opportunity!

The Bay Area Dental Expo provides a practical and informative space for professionals to stay updated on the latest advancements in dental care.

Join us for this milestone event and connect with peers, explore new technologies, and stay at the forefront of the evolving dental profession.

In Their Words: Dental Practitioners' Anticipation

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2024 EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS

EXHIBITOR BOOTHS ARE SOLD OUT FOR 2024!
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR EXHIBITORS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Contact shadik@sccds.org for information ON HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN 2025!

2024 DENTAL DISCOVERY ZONE

The Dental Discovery Zone is an interactive space where dental professionals can explore the latest innovations in dentistry. The exhibitors in this space have been curated because of their ability to provide hands-on experiences with cutting-edge technologies, tools, and techniques.

The Future is in Your Hands

We thank you for helping to make the Bay Area Dental Expo a success! We hope to see you in 2025!