The California Dental Association's flagship spring event brings 17,000+ dental professionals and 600+ exhibitors to Anaheim. Free for CDA members, 180+ CE courses, and the largest dental expo on the West Coast.
CDA Presents is the California Dental Association's premier annual event — the largest dental meeting on the West Coast. The May 2026 edition in Anaheim brings together 17,000+ dental professionals, 600+ exhibitors, and 180+ CE courses over three days at the Anaheim Convention Center. Registration is free for CDA members.
Why CDA Presents Matters
California is the largest dental market in the United States with over 30,000 licensed dentists. CDA Presents captures the majority of California dental decision-makers in one location. With attendance growing from 15,000 (2022) to 18,500 (2025), this event is gaining momentum. For dental technology companies, it is one of the highest-value exhibitions in the country.
Key Topics for May 2026
- AI and digital dentistry — artificial intelligence in front desk automation, diagnostics, and patient communication
- Practice management and growth — staffing challenges, workflow optimization, and revenue cycle management
- Clinical innovations — restorative, implant, endodontic, and minimally invasive techniques
- Hands-on workshops — CE-intensive sessions with equipment and material demonstrations
Who Should Attend
This event is ideal for dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, office managers, and practice owners — particularly those in California, Nevada, Arizona, and the broader West Coast market. With 600+ exhibitors, it is a one-stop shop for evaluating dental technology, materials, and practice management solutions.
Attendance & Exhibit Hall
CDA Presents consistently draws 17,000–18,500 attendees with 600+ exhibiting companies. Attendance has grown steadily: 15,038 (2022), 17,229 (2023), 17,177 (2024), 18,459 (2025). The exhibit hall is one of the largest in dental, spanning multiple halls of the Anaheim Convention Center.
Location: Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
Date: May 14-16, 2026
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