The FDI Annual World Dental Congress is the flagship meeting of FDI World Dental Federation, convening the global oral health community for high-level science, policy dialogue, and hands-on learning. Hosted at The Moscone Center in SoMa, San Francisco (747 Howard St), the congress brings together dentists, specialists, dental team members, researchers, educators, industry leaders, and national dental associations from around the world.
FDI’s congress pairs a rigorous scientific program with a major international dental exhibition, creating a one‑stop forum to explore evidence-based clinical advances alongside emerging technologies. Attendees can expect multi-track continuing education led by renowned faculty, live technique demonstrations, policy and advocacy forums focused on global oral health targets, and networking events that connect private practitioners with academia, public health, and industry.
Ideal for general dentists, specialists (endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery), hygienists and therapists, technicians, practice managers, educators, researchers, students, and oral health policymakers seeking CE credits, peer exchange, and exposure to international best practices.
The congress leverages Moscone’s expansive North, South, and West facilities for concurrent tracks, exhibition halls, and lounges—making it easy to move between CE sessions and the show floor. SoMa’s central location provides quick access to hotels, transit (BART/Muni at Powell St and Montgomery St), and dining within walking distance.
Plan your schedule early—popular workshops and specialty tracks fill quickly. Bring a charging plan for a full day of note‑taking and app-based session scanning; comfortable shoes are essential for covering the exhibition. International participants should confirm visa timelines and carry documentation for CE verification. For logistics, accessibility, and the latest program and registration details, consult FDI’s official website and the event’s mobile app.
Congress check-in, event pass pickup, explore SoMa neighborhood, relax.
Opening keynote with Global Experts, sessions commence, evening networking.
Final sessions, community roundtables, closing ceremony.
Featured appearances from leaders in global dentistry and oral health, alongside keynotes from esteemed Global Experts. Speaker lineup, subject to change.
Skip the surge pricing. Keep the good nights' sleep. Downtown hotels near Moscone Center book up fast and surge in price during FDI Annual World Dental Congress week. Marina Motel puts you in a quieter, classic San Francisco neighborhood — walkable to the waterfront, Chestnut Street shops and restaurants, and just a short ride to SoMa and the convention center via rideshare, bus, or the Marina/Union Street corridor. It's a good fit for attendees who want to end a long conference day away from the downtown crowds, with easier parking and a more relaxed, residential feel.
