Discover the Future of Dentistry

The Bay Area Dental Expo returns on August 21 and 22 at the Santa Clara Convention Center.

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2 Days of
Dental Innovation

Pioneering Speakers & Hands-On Demonstrations

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Unleash Dental Innovation Insights

Harness the power of emerging technologies and treatment methods, and catapult your dental practice into the future.

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August 21 and 22, 2026

Santa Clara Convention Center

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

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What to Expect

Arrive

The Bay Area Dental Expo takes place at Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA in the heart of the Silicon Valley, known world wide as the cradle of innovation and technology.

Learn

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

Connect

Dental professionals and teams can meet up at our Great Start Breakfasts or Expo Happy Hour to enjoy refreshments, network with colleagues and keep the conversation going.

Experience

Attendees will have the opportunity to glimpse the dental practice of the future with precision 3D printing, AI-assisted diagnostics, digital imaging technology and streamlined workflows.

Speakers

Main Stage

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Sheila Dobee, DDS
Bay Area Dental Expo Host

Dr. Dobee is a nationally recognized expert in AI, dental innovation, and emerging technologies shaping the future of oral healthcare. With over 22 years of experience, she bridges the gap between high-tech solutions and real-world clinical success. As a Key Opinion Leader and advisor to companies like Colgate, Dr. Dobee advances caries detection, CBCT diagnostics, and patient-centered technologies. She also shares her expertise through global dental conferences, red carpet events, and health-focused programs. Beyond innovation, Dr. Dobee is deeply committed to leadership development, team building, and practice growth. She holds a Master’s degree in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), which she integrates into her coaching and speaking to elevate communication and patient experience. She is also the author of "Ninja Tooth Battles", a playful and educational children’s book that inspires healthy oral habits from an early age. Through consulting, speaking, media, and mentorship, Dr. Dobee continues to lead the way in shaping dentistry’s future—where innovation and human connection go hand in hand.

Sheila Dobee, DDS

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Stephenie Goddard
Keynote Speaker

Stephenie Goddard, CEO of Glidewell Dental, leads one of the world’s largest dental laboratories and producers of dental technology, continuing education programs, and restorative materials. With nearly 30 years of leadership experience, she has been instrumental in driving Glidewell’s expansion, business development, and customer experience worldwide. Stephenie joined Glidewell in 2006 as Vice President of Human Resources and has held progressive leadership roles, including Executive Vice President of Business Development and Chief Experience Officer, before becoming CEO. She was pivotal in launching the glidewell.io™ In-Office Solution, a same-day dental restoration technology. A passionate advocate for the dental community, Stephenie founded Guiding Leaders in 2019 to develop dentists’ leadership and business acumen. The six-month intensive program began with just 14 participants and has since grown to host 50 dentists annually. Today, Guiding Leaders boasts a national network of more than 150 alumni who have gone on to scale practices, form strategic partnerships, and serve as influential voices in the profession. --->MORE

Stephenie goddard

Joy V. Poskozim,
DDS, FSCD, CDP

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Joy Poskozim, DDS, FSCD, CDP
Main Stage Speaker

Joy V. Poskozim, DDS, FSCD, CDP teaches dental and medical audiences what they need to know and what they need to do to provide mobile dental care to patients in the comfort of their home environments. Through geriatric house call dentistry, clinicians provide dental care when, where and how it meets the individual patient’s needs.

Philip Kang, DDS

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Philip Kang, DDS
Main Stage Speaker

Dr. Philip Kang is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a Professor in the Division of Periodontics at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, where he also served as Program Director of Postgraduate Periodontics. He previously held a faculty appointment at the University of Pennsylvania as a Clinical Assistant Professor. He earned his DDS from the University of Michigan, followed by advanced training in Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) at Harvard University and a certificate in Periodontics from the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to his academic role, Dr. Kang maintains a full-time clinical practice with a focus on dental implants and laser-assisted therapies. He has developed extensive expertise in multiple laser wavelengths, including Er,Cr:YSGG, Er:YAG, Nd:YAG, CO₂, and diode lasers. His research on laser applications and implant-related therapies has been widely published in peer-reviewed journals, and he lectures internationally on advanced surgical and prosthetic techniques in periodontology and implant dentistry.

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Bianca Clark, DDS
Main Stage Speaker

Dr. Bianca Clark is an esteemed cosmetic and biomimetic dentist celebrated for her expertise in printed complex restorations and her commitment to advancing technology in dentistry. A graduate of the University of Tennessee, and a Guiding Leader, Dr. Clark has also achieved mastership in biomimetic dentistry, reflecting her dedication to the art and science of conservative, patient-centered care. Passionate about pushing the boundaries of digital design and 3D printing, Dr. Clark is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology with minimally invasive techniques to create lasting, natural results. Her work bridges innovation with precision. An engaging and dynamic speaker, Dr. Clark brings her expertise and enthusiasm to audiences across the dental field, empowering them to embrace the future of digital dentistry while staying true to its core values of preservation and excellence.

Bianca Clark, DDS

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Setareh Lavasani DDS, MS, Dip ABOMR
Main Stage Speaker

Dr. Setareh Lavasani is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and globally recognized authority in oral and maxillofacial radiology and advanced imaging. A Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Radiologist, she is a Tenured Full Professor and Director of Oral Radiology & Advanced Imaging at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA and holds a Certificate in "AI in Dentistry" from Harvard School of Dental Medicine. She is the founder of the "Lavasani Diagnostic Institute" (www.lavasanidx.com), through which she has spent more than two decades bridging academia and clinical dentistry via continuing education and CBCT consultations empowering clinicians to strengthen diagnostic accuracy and master CBCT interpretation. Dr. Lavasani’s leadership extends across organized dentistry as the 2026 President of the Tri-County Dental Society, a delegate to the California Dental Association House of Delegates, and a member of the Society’s Board of Directors. She is the recipient of WesternU’s "Distinguished Faculty Award" and a graduate of Glidewell’s "Guiding Leaders" executive leadership program, and her national recognition includes Incisal Edge’s “40 Under 40,” Dentistry Today’s Leading Women in Dentistry cover feature, and Continuing Education Leader honors (2023–2024 and 2025). She is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists.@slavasanidds.

Setareh Lavasani,
DDS, MS, Dip ABOMR

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Balazs Feher, DMD, PhD
Main Stage Speaker

Balazs Feher is an Assistant Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Harvard University. The Feher Lab conducts research at the intersection of applied artificial intelligence and clinical decision making. Feher serves as an invited contributor to the ITU/WHO/WIPO Global Initiative on Artificial Intelligence for Health, as well as Chair of the European Association for Osseointegration’s Junior Committee. Feher earned his DMD and PhD from the Medical University of Vienna, where he trained as a postgraduate assistant in oral surgery and later habilitated, earning the venia docendi in dental medicine. He subsequently completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard before joining the Faculty of Medicine.

Balazs Feher, DMD, PhD

Stage Two

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Cheryl Calmis, RDH, BS, MEd
Stage Two Speaker

Cheryl Calmis, RDH, BS, MEd, is a seasoned dental hygienist with over 30 years of clinical experience specializing in periodontics, laser therapy, and Guided Biofilm Therapy. She holds a bachelor’s degree in both biology and dental hygiene, and earned her Master’s in Education with honors, focusing on Instructional Design. Cheryl is passionate about translating clinical expertise into impactful education. She has delivered continuing education courses for RDH Under One Roof Extended, Cloud Dentistry, and numerous dental and hygiene organizations nationwide. Her writing has been featured in respected platforms, including Today’s RDH, Cocofloss, and DoctorBase, and she has shared her insights as a guest on the Phil Klein Dental Podcast and the Dental Bun podcast.Now in her eighth year as a Professional Educator for Waterpik™, Cheryl brings research-based knowledge and real-world relatability to every course she teaches.

CHERYL CALMIS,
RDH, BS, MEd

Amanda Hill,
BSDH, RDH, CDIPC

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Amanda Hill, RDH
Stage Two Speaker

With over 25 years of clinical dental hygiene experience, Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC, is an enthusiastic speaker, innovative consultant, and award-winning author of more than 100 articles. She is an active participant with the advisory board for RDH magazine, Dentistry IQ, and OSAP’s Infection Control In Practice Editorial Review Board and membership committee. Amanda returns to the Expo to make dental topics accurate, accessible, and fun!

Early Bird Tickets On Sale Now!

$ 139 Monthly

Incredible Networking
Cutting edge presentations
2 Great Start Breakfasts
Souvenir Swag Bag
Free Parking
Friday Happy Hour
Dental Discovery Zone
Fun, Games, and Surprises

$ 59 Monthly

Incredible Networking
Cutting edge presentations
2 Great Start Breakfasts
Souvenir Swag Bag
Free Parking
Friday Happy Hour
Dental Discovery Zone
Fun, Games, and Surprises

$ 259 Monthly

Incredible Networking
Cutting edge presentations
2 Great Start Breakfasts
Souvenir Swag Bag
Free Parking
Friday Happy Hour
Dental Discovery Zone
Fun, Games, and Surprises

$ 25 Monthly

Incredible Networking
Cutting edge presentations
2 Great Start Breakfasts
Souvenir Swag Bag
Free Parking
Friday Happy Hour
Dental Discovery Zone
Fun, Games, and Surprises

*As low as $59 for ADA/CDA Members and $39 for ADA/CDA Team Members
after Bay Area Coalition Society Discount!

FAQ

When and where is the Bay Area Dental Expo taking place?

The Bay Area Dental Expo is scheduled for Friday, August 21, 2026 and Saturday, August 22, 2026 at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA.

What can I expect at the Expo?

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 the California Dental Association and a coalition of Bay Area Dental Societies including Contra Costa County Dental Society, Fresno-Madera District 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.

Will CE credits be awarded for attending the Bay Area Dental Expo?

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.

How will continuing education credits be issued?

Continuing education credits will be issued by the Santa Clara County Dental Society. More information will be provided soon.

Is there an official mobile app?

More details to come

How much are tickets for dental team members?

More details to come.

Where can I get an event guidebook?

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

Am I guaranteed a seat for the speaker/presentation I am interested in?

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.

Can I reserve or save seats for presentations?

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

Is parking available at the convention center?

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

Where is the nearest hotel?

The Hyatt Regency Santa Clara is the official hotel of the Bay Area Dental Expo. Attendees should book at this link: BOOK YOUR HOTEL STAY HERE.

How can I stay updated on event details and announcements?

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

How can I contact the organizers for additional information?

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.

Are discounts available?

Discount Coupon Codes are available for members of Bay Area Dental Expo Coalition Societies. If you are a member with one of the societies listed below, please ask your dental society for a coupon code.

Exhibitors and Sponsors

Our third Bay Area Dental Expo is shaping up to be nothing short of incredible thanks to the support and participation of our amazing Exhibitors and sponsors. Whether you’re looking for tried-and-true or cutting edge, your favorite products and services will all be represented in our Exhibit Hall!

In Their Words: Dental Practitioners' Anticipation

Rated 5 out of 5

"I cannot wait for this innovative conference. I look forward to bringing fresh ideas into my dental practice."

"The topics that intrigue me the most are digital imagery, 3D printing, machine learning, and AI-assisted diagnostics and design. These will certainly help elevate my dental practice."

"I most look forward to learning more about the emerging technologies and treatments in the industry. The hands-on experience will help tremendously."

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.

The Future is in Your Hands

With everything it has to offer, the Bay Area Dental Expo is an exciting addition to the dental conference landscape. Expectations are high for its third year. Don't wait to secure your tickets!

August 21 and 22, 2026