
Ohio Dental Association - ODA 2026
Event Date
September 17–19, 2026
Location
Columbus, OH
Expected Exhibitors
150
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Ohio Dental Association (ODA) Annual Session is a three-day dental meeting and exposition held in Columbus, Ohio. The 2026 event marks the 160th Annual Session and combines continuing education, an extensive exhibit hall, and social events for the entire dental team. The ODA describes the Annual Session as one of the largest dental conferences in the five-state region.
The program is built for dentists, specialists, hygienists, dental assistants, EFDAs, lab technicians, office managers, front-office staff, and dental students. More than 3,000 dentists and staff from Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Pennsylvania and West Virginia are expected to attend the 2026 event.
Attendees can earn continuing-education credit across a wide range of clinical and practice-management topics while exploring the latest products and services in the exhibit hall. The 2026 program features 44 CE courses, 150 vendors, 30 expert speakers, 8 special events and 7 hours of free CE, all in one convenient location. The combination of education, networking, and shopping under one roof makes it a valuable annual gathering for dental professionals across the Midwest.
Show Highlights
- 44 CE courses with options for dentists, specialists and all team members.
- An expansive Exhibit Hall with more than 150 companies on-site.
- 30 expert speakers and 8 special events across the three days.
- 7 hours of free CE included in the program.
- Dedicated opportunities for new dentists, dental students, and dental residents, plus poster sessions and an AGD MasterTrack.
- Special free event (Event Code E96) for dental students, residents and new dentists.
Attendance
More than 3,000 dentists and staff are expected to attend the 2026 Annual Session, drawn from Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Registration
There are three ways to register: online at prereg.net/2026/oda, by completing the registration form and mailing or faxing it, or on-site at the Annual Session.
Key deadlines and policies:
- To be eligible for reduced registration fees, your registration form and payment must be postmarked by August 7.
- Mail registrations must be postmarked by August 28, faxed registrations with credit card payments are accepted through September 1, and online registration is available through the close of Annual Session.
- Registration and a name badge are required to participate in all on-site Annual Session activities.
Approximate 2026 registration fees (by 8/7/26 / after / on-site):
- ODA member dentist: $95 / $120 / $120.
- Non-member dentist: $505 / $530 / $530.
- Hygienist: $45 / $55 / $55; EFDA, assistant, office manager and front office staff: $25 / $35 / $35; lab tech: $35 / $45 / $45.
- Dental students, dental residents, hygiene students, spouses (non-office staff) and minor children: $0.
ODA members practicing 10 years or less receive a one-time $50 discount on any paid CE course added to their registration. For a cancellation refund, written requests must be received by the ODA no later than September 1, 2026, and a $20 service fee applies to each cancellation.
History
The 2026 event is the 160th Ohio Dental Association Annual Session, reflecting a long-running tradition of bringing together dental professionals from Ohio and neighboring states for continuing education, exhibits and networking.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: July 24, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2026 ODA Annual Session?
The 160th Ohio Dental Association Annual Session takes place September 17-19, 2026, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. The Hilton Columbus Downtown Hotel, connected to the convention center, serves as the headquarters hotel.
Who should attend the ODA Annual Session?
The event is designed for the entire dental team, including dentists, specialists, hygienists, dental assistants, EFDAs, lab technicians, office managers, front-office staff, and dental students. More than 3,000 dentists and staff from Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Pennsylvania and West Virginia are expected to attend in 2026.
How do I register and what does it cost?
You can register online at prereg.net/2026/oda, by mailing or faxing the registration form, or on-site. ODA member dentists pay $95 if registered by August 7, 2026, while non-member dentists pay $505; hygienists, assistants and office staff pay lower fees, and dental students and residents register for free.
What is the registration deadline for discounted pricing?
To receive reduced registration fees, your registration form and payment must be postmarked by August 7, 2026. Pre-registration is advised to save money and avoid being closed out of popular CE courses.
What makes the ODA Annual Session worth attending?
The 2026 program offers 44 CE courses, 150 vendors, 30 expert speakers, 8 special events and 7 hours of free CE, all in one location. The ODA describes it as one of the largest dental conferences in the five-state region.
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