CDA Presents May 2026: The Art and Science of Dentistry in Anaheim

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.

CDA Presents May 2026 At a Glance

Dates	May 14-16, 2026 (Thursday–Saturday)
Location	Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
Attendance	17,000-18,500 dental professionals
Exhibitors	600+
Speakers	130+ nationally recognized
CE Credits	Up to 24 CE units, 200+ courses
Registration	cda.org — 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is CDA Presents free?

Registration is free for CDA members. Non-member pricing ranges from $0 to $1,050 depending on courses selected. 600+ exhibitors in the exhibit hall.

How many CE credits can I earn?

Up to 24 CE units across 200+ courses including lectures, hands-on workshops, and online options. An additional 180+ online courses available for pre/post-event learning.

Date: May 14-16, 2026

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