Yankee Dental Congress 2026: New England's Largest Dental Meeting

The Yankee Dental Congress is the largest dental meeting in New England and one of the top 5 dental conferences in the United States. Organized by the Massachusetts Dental Society, the 2026 edition brought together 25,000+ dental professionals, 323+ exhibiting companies, and 42+ speakers at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (Thomas Michael Menino Convention Center) for three days of education, exhibitions, and networking.

Yankee Dental 2026 At a Glance

Dates	January 29-31, 2026 (Thursday–Saturday)
Location	Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston, MA
Attendance	25,000-28,000 dental professionals
Exhibitors	323+ companies
Speakers	42+
CE Credits	Available across lectures, workshops, and seminars
Registration	yankeedental.com
Organized by	Massachusetts Dental Society (ADA CERP Recognized Provider)

What Makes Yankee Dental Unique

Yankee Dental Congress is the dominant dental event for the Northeast — drawing attendees from Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, Rhode Island, and beyond. With 25,000+ attendees, it rivals the Hinman and CDS Midwinter in size. The Massachusetts Dental Society is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider, ensuring CE credits are accepted across all states.

Education & CE Credits

• Lecture courses — clinical advancements, emerging technologies, practice management
• Hands-on workshops — practical skill building with equipment provided
• Practice management seminars — staffing, AI adoption, patient communication, revenue optimization

For the 2026 Massachusetts license renewal cycle, CE credits obtained between April 1, 2024 and March 31, 2026 (including 5 credits for general conference attendance) are accepted.

Practical Details

• Venue: Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 415 Summer St, Boston, MA 02210
• Transit: MBTA Silver Line (World Trade Center station) or Red Line to South Station + walk
• Hotels: Seaport District hotels within walking distance; group rates typically available

While You're at Yankee, Who's Answering Your Phones?

Three days in Boston means three days of missed calls at your practice. An AI receptionist answers every call 24/7, books directly into your PMS, and handles patient questions — so your schedule stays full while you're earning CE credits.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the Yankee Dental Congress?

Yankee Dental is one of the top 5 dental meetings in the US by attendance, drawing 25,000-28,000 dental professionals and 323+ exhibiting companies. It is the largest dental event in New England and a dominant event for the Northeast US.

How many CE credits can I earn?

CE credits vary by course selection. The Massachusetts Dental Society is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider, so credits are accepted across all states. For MA dentists, 5 credits for general conference attendance are allowed in the 2024-2026 renewal cycle.