Platinum Sponsor
Dental Congress 2026
Conference: Thursday 27th - Saturday 29th August 2026
Where: New Zealand International Conference Centre, Auckland
Get ready for the biggest dental event of 2026!
The New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA), New Zealand Oral Health Association (NZOHA), and New Zealand Institute of Dental Technologists (NZIDT) are joining forces to deliver the New Zealand Dental Congress 2026.
Congress will kick off with an opening session bringing everyone together, followed by each association presenting its own tailored scientific programme, with select open sessions to foster collaboration. The shared industry expo will be a buzzing hub of activity, connection and energy.
Expect inspiring sessions, hands-on learning, networking opportunities, and a vibrant social programme that keeps wellbeing front of mind.
The event will take place from 27 – 29 August 2026 at the brand-new New Zealand International Convention Centre in Auckland.
SPEAKERS
Richard J. Johnson, M.D
Professor of Medicine at the University of Colorado
Associate Professor Leanne Teoh
B.DSc(Hons) B.Pharm(Hons) PhD FICD FPFA
Mr Hone Hurihanganui
Tūhourangi - Ngāti Wāhiao Ngāti Whakaue Ngāti Porou Ngāi Tāmanuhiri
Dr Susan Wise
BDSc (Melb), Masters of Dental Science (Periodontics)
Congress Call for Abstracts
Oral Presentation & Poster
The conference committee is now calling for abstracts for oral presentations (15 minutes) and poster presentations. Practitioners, researchers, and students are encouraged to share their research outputs related to oral health. Research with preliminary findings is accepted for consideration.
SPONSORS
Thank you to our event sponsors
Contact us with any questions or to join NZOHA
Key Links
Thank you to the Clare Foundation for supporting Te Ohu Pūniho Ora o Aotearoa – New Zealand Oral Health
