AEEDC Dubai 2025 wraps up with landmark deals

Dental Tribune International

Thu. 13 February 2025

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DUBAI, UAE: The 29^th UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC Dubai) concluded last week with deals collectively surpassing AED 20 billion (€5.2 billion^*). AEEDC Dubai is the world’s largest annual scientific dental conference and exhibition, and this year welcomed over 85,000 visitors and participants from 177 countries and featured 5,328 brands, represented by 3,924 international companies. The unparalleled success of AEEDC Dubai 2025 further solidifies the UAE’s position as a global hub for innovation and development in dentistry.

Speaking to the press after the event, the chairman of AEEDC Dubai, Ambassador Dr Abdul Salam al-Madani, expressed his immense pride in the extraordinary success of AEEDC Dubai 2025. He highlighted the event’s significant achievements, including record-breaking participation and groundbreaking scientific and technological advancements in dentistry. He emphasised that the conference is a premier platform for knowledge exchange and strategic networking, ultimately elevating oral healthcare in the region and beyond.

Dr al-Madani further underlined that AEEDC Dubai exemplifies the continuous evolution of the UAE’s dental industry, strengthening the nation’s status as a world-class hub for innovation and excellence in the field. He stated, “The UAE is not only a distinguished tourist destination but has also become the definitive hub for medical tourism. The country is home to many of the most esteemed names in dentistry, and AEEDC Dubai continues to reinforce Dubai’s standing as the epicentre of international exhibitions and conferences. Moreover, the event is pivotal in advancing international cooperation, revolutionising healthcare services and facilitating the exchange of cutting-edge medical technologies and practices.”

The third day of the AEEDC Dubai 2025 Conference featured the 22^nd annual meeting of the Global Scientific Dental Alliance (GSDA), a network of dental experts committed to the promotion of oral health education. The meeting, led by GSDA Scientific Chairman Prof. Abdullah R. al-Shammery and GSDA Chairman Dr al-Madani, was attended by 412 representatives of over 200 international entities, including hospitals, academic institutions, dental associations and health ministries. The event also welcomed a distinguished group of university representatives and dental school delegates from around the world.

During the meeting, attendees discussed recommendations from the latest scientific studies, focusing on public health awareness and preventive oral healthcare. The discussions emphasised the importance of international collaboration in dental continuing education and research.

The GSDA meeting serves as a key platform for dental experts and practitioners from around the world to connect and exchange knowledge on the latest advancements and innovations in oral health. Through these meetings, the GSDA aims to enhance scientific education in dentistry, encourage knowledge-sharing and develop best practices that contribute to improving oral health globally.

Prof. al-Shammery stated: “Improvement in dental education and oral healthcare promotion, especially serving the community, is the reason why the GSDA is successful. There exists dedication, unity and loyalty among our members globally. Moreover, the number of members is increasing year after year, which inspires us to continue. The 22^nd meeting is another milestone indeed, generating much productivity and more partners and sponsors.”

Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, opended the event. (All images: INDEX Holdings)

Her Highness Sheikh Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed toured the exhibition.

The 2025 AEEDC exhibition is being held under the theme “Leading the dental world into the future”.

AEEDC Dubai is larger than ever this year, featuring more exhibition halls and new initiatives designed to enhance the attendee experience.

AEEDC Dubai 2025 is placing a strong emphasis on the integration of digital technologies.

This year, AEEDC featured 15 official country and regional pavilions.

With over 66,000 attendees and 3,900 exhibitors, AEEDC Dubai is the go-to destination for the latest innovations, networking opportunities, and educational sessions in the dental world.

Editorial note:

^* Calculated on the OANDA platform for 6 February 2025.