The IADR/AADOCR/CADR 2026 General Session in San Diego brings together dental researchers worldwide to present cutting-edge research in oral health, biomaterials, and clinical science.
The IADR/AADOCR/CADR General Session is the world's premier dental research conference, bringing together scientists, clinicians, and educators in San Diego for four days of groundbreaking research presentations.
Conference Overview
The International Association for Dental Research (IADR), along with the American and Canadian Associations for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research, hosts this annual session featuring thousands of research abstracts, symposia, and workshops. It's the go-to event for evidence-based advances in oral health.
Key Topics & Industry Drivers
- Oral Microbiome Research — new findings in how oral bacteria affect systemic health and disease
- Regenerative Dentistry — stem cell therapies, tissue engineering, and bioactive materials
- AI in Dental Diagnostics — machine learning for caries detection, radiograph analysis, and risk prediction
- Global Oral Health Disparities — research addressing access to care and public health interventions
Main Players & Speakers
Organized by IADR, AADOCR, and CADR. Attracts researchers from top dental schools including Harvard, UPenn, Michigan, UCSF, and international institutions. Funded by NIH/NIDCR grants and industry partners.
Why Attend?
- Access thousands of peer-reviewed research presentations and poster sessions
- Collaborate with leading dental researchers from 70+ countries
- Discover translational research bridging lab science to clinical practice
- Explore career opportunities in dental academia and industry R&D
Who Should Attend
Dental researchers, faculty, PhD students, postdocs, clinician-scientists, and R&D professionals in dental manufacturing. Essential for anyone at the intersection of dental science and clinical innovation.
Location: San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, CA
Date: March 25-28, 2026
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