a Intelligence Driven Dentistry 2026 | Annual Dental Conference
9 – 10 October 2026 · Ajman, UAE
Annual Dental Conference

Intelligence
Driven Dentistry.

Smarter Dentistry. Stronger Communities.

09 – 10 Oct 2026
Thumbay Medicity, Al Jurf, Ajman
500+ Dentists Expected
Register for the Conference / Preconference Workshop Student Poster Abstract Submission
5 CME Points
Annual Dental Conference
Gulf Medical University College of Dentistry
Thumbay Dental Hospital Academic Health Center
Annual Dental Conference

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About the conference

The region's sharpest conversation on the future of clinical dentistry.

Presented by the College of Dentistry, Gulf Medical University, in collaboration with Thumbay Dental Hospital. Two days of scientific sessions, hands-on workshops, and direct exchange with the people shaping dental practice across the Gulf and beyond.

2
Days of programme
10+
National & international speakers
500+
Delegates & attendees
Meet the Experts

Distinguished Speakers

Dr. Ahmed El Sayed

Dr. Ahmed El Sayed

BDS, DMS, DDS, DHM, MSc, PhD, FDSRCS

Conference / Workshop Speaker
Dr. Ahmed Adel Ali Salama

Dr. Ahmed Adel Ali Salama

Associate Professor of Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry GMU and Cairo University

Conference Speaker
Dr. Julia Michelin

Dr. Julia Michelin

Founder / CEO of Dental AI Technologies and Luma Brush Medical

Conference Speaker
Prof. Hend Abou El Nasr

Prof. Hend Abou El Nasr

Professor of Endodontics, Cairo University
Consultant - DHA, UAE

Conference Speaker
Prof. Kamis Gaballah

Prof. Kamis Gaballah

Professor, University of Sharjah PhD, FDSRCS, FFD, RCSI (OSOM)

Conference Speaker
Dr. Nael Eid

Dr. Nael Eid

Adjunct Professor at UOS,
Diplomate of American & Canadian Board of Prosthodontics
Consultant Prosthodontics & Implantologist, Dubai Police

Conference Speaker
Dr. Mostafa Anwar

Dr. Mostafa Anwar

Visiting Lecturer of Endodontics, Ajman University (UAE)
Micro-Endodontics Specialist - Egypt, UAE & Kuwait

Conference / Workshop Speaker
Dr. Nabeel Ayappali Kalluvalappil

Dr. Nabeel Ayappali Kalluvalappil

Lecturer, Fujairah University

Conference Speaker
Prof. Osama Shahawy

Prof. Osama Shahawy

Professor of Pediatric Dentistry, Cairo University
Head of Pediatric Dentistry Dept. Future University
President of ESPSN and ArAPD

Conference Speaker
Dr. Nesma Shemais

Dr. Nesma Shemais

Assistant Professor of Periodontics, Gulf Medical University, UAE
Associate Professor of Periodontics, Cairo University

Conference Speaker
Dr. Chadi Ferangie

Dr. Chadi Ferangie

BDS, MSc in Laser Dentistry from the University of Genoa, Italy

Workshop Speaker
Dr. Amr ElKhadem

Dr. Amr ElKhadem

Professor of Prosthodontics
BDS, MSc in Prosthodontics, PhD in Prosthodontics

Conference Speaker
Who Attends

Built for clinicians, educators, students, and industry.

Here's who you'll meet.

Practising dentists and specialists
Academic leaders and clinical educators
Dental industry decision-makers and procurement leads
Postgraduate residents, interns & undergraduate students
Hands-on Training

Workshops

Direct Composite Resin Veneer
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Direct Composite Resin Veneer for a Single Central Incisor

Dr. Ahmed Elsayed

Diode Laser in Modern Dentistry
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Diode Laser in Modern Dentistry

Dr. Chadi Frangie

The Art of Bypass: For Ledges & Broken Files
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The Art of Bypass: For Ledges & Broken Files

Dr. Mostafa Anwar

Additional Notes

  • All three workshops will be held on 9 October 2026, at Thumbay Medicity, Al Jurf, Ajman, UAE
  • All workshops run concurrently at the same time.
What to expect

Six tracks. One unmissable programme.

From AI in diagnostics to hands-on clinical training and student poster competitions, the schedule is built for clinicians who want to leave with skills they can apply on Monday morning.

Pre-conference workshops

Session on emerging clinical techniques with top clinicians.

Limited Seats are available – Register Now

Scientific sessions on AI-driven dentistry

Speakers from across the region highlighting on what AI actually changes in dentistry.

International & national speakers

Voices from leading universities, hospitals, and clinics — sharing real-world cases, data, and outcomes.

Student poster competition

Postgraduate and undergraduate students present original research, Prizes, and recognition.

Trade fair exhibition

Hands-on with the latest dental tech, materials, and software. Meet the procurement leads, founders, and product teams behind them.

Awards ceremony

Closing the conference with recognition for clinical excellence, research, and the industry partners powering it all.

1. Annual Dental Conference

Attendee Category Fee
GMU
Undergraduates, Postgraduates, Interns, Alumni, Faculty		 Registration Closed
Non-GMU
Undergraduate Students		 Registration Closed
Non-GMU
Postgraduates, Interns, Faculty		 AED 100
Others
Dentists, Hygienists, Dental Assistants		 AED 200

2. Hands-on Workshops

Attendee Category Fee
GMU
Undergraduates, Postgraduates, Interns, Alumni, Faculty		 AED 400
Non-GMU
Undergraduate Students		 AED 500
Non-GMU
Postgraduates, Interns, Faculty		 AED 500
Others
Dentists, Hygienists, Dental Assistants		 AED 500
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