Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed inaugurated AEEDC Dubai 2026, highlighting its status as the world’s largest annual dental conference, drawing over 74,000 participants from 155 countries.

His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Health Board of Directors, officially inaugurated the 30th edition of the UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC Dubai 2026) at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

The three-day event, which runs until 21 January, has attracted more than 74,000 visitors and participants representing 155 countries, reinforcing Dubai’s role as a global hub for medical and scientific gatherings.

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During the opening, His Highness noted that AEEDC Dubai has firmly established itself as the world’s largest annual international scientific conference and exhibition dedicated to dentistry and oral health. He highlighted the event’s importance as a leading global platform for scientific knowledge exchange, professional development and the strengthening of international cooperation within the dental and oral healthcare sector.

His Highness said: “AEEDC Dubai serves as a specialised international platform that brings together experts, academic institutions, and global companies, supporting knowledge exchange and ongoing developments in dental technologies and practices.’’

His Excellency Dr. Abdulsalam AlMadani, Roving Ambassador of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean (PAM) for the GCC Region, Chairman of AEEDC Dubai and the Global Scientific Dental Alliance (GSDA), said: “Over the past 30 years, AEEDC Dubai has evolved from a specialised professional event into a comprehensive global platform that attracts the international dental community together under one roof. Today, it stands as the world’s largest specialised gathering in dentistry and oral health, and a recognised international reference for scientific, technological, and commercial decision-making within this vital sector. This achievement is the result of a clear long-term vision and sustained investment in quality, scientific excellence, and international partnerships.”

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Dr. Tariq Khoory, Honorary Chairman, AEEDC Dubai, Consultant, Dubai Dental Services, Dubai Health, said: “AEEDC Dubai is a global destination that brings together leading experts and decision-makers in the dental sector from around the world, creating a dynamic space to shape the future of this vital specialty. This year’s scientific programme reflects our commitment to delivering advanced content that keeps pace with rapid developments in medical technologies and clinical practices, while contributing to the advancement of a sustainable educational ecosystem that fosters innovation and enhances the quality of healthcare at the international level.”