The Nation's Premier Dental Meeting Boasts an Enhanced Scientific Program, Flexible Learning Opportunities, and Improved Convenience for Attendees
CHICAGO, Nov. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Chicago Dental Society (CDS) announced that registration is now open for the 2027 Midwinter Meeting, which returns to McCormick Place West in Chicago on February 25-27, 2027.
The Midwinter Meeting is the largest and most renowned scientific dental meeting in North America, attracting tens of thousands of dental professionals every year from around the world. Attendees can look forward to an enhanced scientific program, both in-person and virtual, to help make the most of their three-day experience.
"We are always trying to improve the Midwinter Meeting experience to provide attendees and exhibitors with a highly valuable experience," said 2027 CDS President Dr. Victoria Ursitti. "I'm super excited to share that we are making even more improvements to this year's meeting. While last year we focused on enhancing the Exhibit Hall experience, this year we are focused on improving the already excellent scientific program. From a new Midwinter Meeting Digital Pass to new speakers and topics, the 2027 Midwinter Meeting puts the power in the attendee's hands to build a schedule that advances their career on their terms."
For the first time ever, the Chicago Dental Society is debuting the Midwinter Meeting Digital Pass to offer unlimited virtual access to recorded lectures. Attendees who purchase the Midwinter Meeting Digital Pass can access and earn up to 94.5 CE credits through eligible on-demand content. The Midwinter Meeting Digital Pass allows attendees to spend more time in hands-on workshops, exploring new innovations in the Exhibit Hall, or attending exclusive networking events without missing out on the premier Midwinter Meeting scientific program. The Digital Pass may also be purchased separately from registration, allowing those who are unable to attend in person a new way to experience the Midwinter Meeting.
The 2027 Midwinter Meeting scientific program boasts more than 240 courses led by 149 dental industry leaders, of which 50% of this year's speakers are new to the Midwinter Meeting. This year's program includes over 50 workshops providing experiential learning, curated learning pathways, expanded wellness programming focused on health, ergonomics, and career longevity, and a partnership with The Pankey Institute. The Midwinter Meeting once again provides best-in-class scientific programming that gives every member of the dental team, from hygienists to assistants, the ability to learn what they want when they want it.
"The Midwinter Meeting is the place to build your career," said 2027 CDS Early Career Director Dr. Michael Shen. "You never know where or what opportunities you'll encounter at the Midwinter Meeting. In any given course, networking event, or the Exhibit Hall, you may find a new job opportunity, make connections that lead to future opportunities, find new friends and colleagues, learn something that takes you to the next step of your career, or find something that reignites your passion for dentistry. The world's best speakers, companies, and professionals are all gathered in one place just for you."
This year's Exhibit Hall will continue the enhancements debuted at last year's Midwinter Meeting, such as Relax and Recharge Lounges stationed throughout the exhibit floor, Hadley's Pet Park, and more accessible options for food and drinks in the Exhibit Hall. The Early Career Dentist Lounge and Dental Student Lounge will also receive updates this year, featuring a new location and layout.
Keeping attendee health and wellness in mind, the 2027 Midwinter Meeting will include a Quiet and Prayer Room just outside the central Exhibit Hall, as well as afternoon yoga sessions. Other events returning to the Midwinter Meeting include the Dental Student Reception, the Smile and Shine Hygienist Luncheon, Pop-In for Popcorn, the Sips, Suds, & Sales Happy Hour, Midwinter Live! (formerly known as Beats, Bites, & Bash), and the Keynote Session, featuring iconic figure skating champions and Olympic broadcasters Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir. Outside of McCormick Place, CDS offers brand-new Dine-Arounds that blend the tastes of local Chicago restaurants with the unmatched networking opportunities of the Midwinter Meeting.
Attendees can register now for the 2027 Midwinter Meeting at www.cds.org/register. Visit www.cds.org/mwm for more information on this year's events, registration fees, Midwinter Meeting Digital Pass pricing and details, course program, list of exhibitors, and additional Midwinter Meeting information.
About the Chicago Dental Society
Trust a Chicago Dental Society (CDS) dentist with more than just your smile. Talk with them and you'll see their work is an investment in not just your oral health, but your overall health. They are current on the dental trends and technology through extensive CDS continuing education programs, including the Midwinter Meeting. Ranking among Chicago's top 20 conventions, the CDS Midwinter Meeting – one of North America's largest exhibits of dental products and professional dentistry – typically welcomes nearly 25,000 dental professionals each year and generates more than $32 million for the local economy (according to Choose Chicago). The largest local component of the American Dental Association, the non-profit Chicago Dental Society represents dentists across the Chicago region. They're your neighbors, friends and community anchors. Connect with the Chicago Dental Society at cds.org, where you'll find our easy-to-navigate Find-a-CDS Dentist search tool. Or, connect on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube and Instagram.
Media Contact
Anahi Leyva, Chicago Dental Society, 1 8478484729, [email protected], https://midwintermeeting2027.eventscribe.net/
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