FROM FREE CE TO 150+ VENDORS: WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE 2026 ODA ANNUAL SESSION
The 2026 ODA Annual Session Exhibit Hall will feature more than 150 vendors and will have new hours this year, open on Thursday, Sept. 17 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This year’s ODA Annual Session is Sept. 17-19 in Columbus at the Greater Columbus Convention Center and the Hilton Columbus Downtown Hotel.
“We are thrilled about everything we have to offer at this year’s Annual Session,” said Dr. Sharon Parsons, 2026 ODA Annual Session general chair. “We have a reimagined Exhibit Hall, free live courses on-site, great speakers, plus all of the fun events that you and your teams know and love. You won’t want to miss this year’s event!”
This year’s Exhibit Hall will be back in Hall A for easier convenience and a shorter walk to the Hilton.
“Based on feedback we’ve received from our exhibitors and attendees, the Annual Session Committee has decided to adjust our Exhibit Hall hours for our 2026 meeting,” said ODA Annual Session Junior Exhibits Chair Dr. Ruchika Khetarpal. “This will allow for extended shopping hours on Thursday and Friday, while freeing up Saturday for attendees to take more in-depth courses.”
This year’s Exhibit Hall will be open on Thursday, Sept. 17 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
New this year, the Exhibit Hall will feature special free CE events off the floor, a Best of Show competition and a fashion show with the latest trends in dental uniforms and scrubs.
As always, attendees can expect hands-on shopping with tips and advice from company representatives and comparison shopping with more than 150 vendors.
This year’s Annual Session will feature 44 CE courses presented by 30 expert speakers. Workshops and courses will be available for dentists, dental specialists, hygienists, dental assistants and EFDAs, as well as courses for front desk staff and office managers.
CE highlights include:
- A course that fulfills the requirement for deep sedation/general anesthesia permit or moderate sedation permit holders to complete six hours of sedation-related medical emergency CE training for the 2026-27 biennium.
- Courses presented by the Dawson Academy.
- A course presented by ODA Director of Dental Services Chris Moore on OSHA and HIPAA updates.
- Healthcare provider BLS.
- Radiography review.
- A laser workshop for hygienists and a course for the entire team about incorporating lasers into your practice.
- A medical emergencies course presented by Dr. Steve Shufflebarger.
Other topics include pain management, metabolic diseases, oral pathology, implant therapy and periodontics for dental hygienists, dental practice marketing and restorative care.
Annual Session will also feature special events, where attendees can enjoy time with friends and colleagues. Popular events include The Bash! featuring casino games and prizes, events for new dentists and dental students, and an exclusive wine tasting event. Plus, new dentists receive $50 off of a paid CE course!
Register for ODA Annual Session by Aug. 7 to receive an early bird registration discount! Learn more by clicking here.
Featured Speakers
Thursday, Sept. 17
- Katherine Eitel Belt, CSP
- Central Ohio CPR
- Tija Hunter, CDA, CDIPC, CPFDA, EFDA, CDIA, CDSO, CDSH, MADAA
- Dr. Neeraj Khanna, Dawson Academy
- Dr. Uche Odiatu
- Dr. Shaun Rotenberg
- Katrina M. Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF
- Dr. Steve Shufflebarger
Friday, Sept. 18
- Larry Guzzardo, BSBA, Dawson Academy
- Dr. Neeraj Khanna, Dawson Academy
- Joy Raskie, RDH
- Dr. Mario Romero
- Katrina M. Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF
- Joshua Scott
- Kandra Sellers, RDH, BA
- Dr. Steve Shufflebarger
- Dr. John Svirsky
- Dr. Kyle Stanley
- Kelly Tanner, RDH, PhD
- Korey Walsh, RDH, EFDA, BA
Saturday, Sept. 19
- Dr. Jimmie Harper
- Dr. Purnima Kumar
- Christopher A. Moore, MA
- Dr. James Phero
- Joy Raskie, RDH
- Dr. Kumar Subramanian
- Kelly Tanner, RDH, PhD
- Dr. Daniel H. Ward
Exhibit Hall Hours
Thursday, Sept. 17
- 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 18
- 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
