2026 International Symposium in Milan

Over 1,300 Attendees from 48 Countries

It’s always memorable to get together, whether at our Board meetings, our House of Delegates Business Meeting, or at our International Symposium on Dental Hygiene. As one delegate said, “These meetings have taught me so much through learning from presidents, delegates, and leaders around the world sharing experiences, overcoming challenges, exchanging ideas, and bringing those lessons back home to strengthen our profession and improve patient care.”

With over 1,300 participants from 48 countries, 100 oral presentations and 175 posters from around the world, the 2026 International Symposium on Dental Hygiene in Milan was a great success! Our local host organization, Associazione Igienisti Dentali Italiani (AIDI), pulled out all the stops – to ensure an excellent experience. Read the article and see more photos.

Members Proud to Represent Their Country

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(L-R): Belgium, Italy, United Kingdom & Ireland, United Sates

House of Delegates Business Meeting

In the city of Baveno, Italy, on Lake Maggiore and 45 minutes outside of Milan, three days prior to ISDH, representatives from 22 IFDH national association member countries met to renew and develop new friendships and discuss common issues. Read More.

Delegate Leadership Workshop

The 2026 Leadership Workshop engaged and inspired IFDH delegates with two exciting, 90-minute sessions:

• The Intelligent Hygienist and Therapist: Using AI to Elevate Care, Careers, and Clinical Impact
• Beyond the Basics: The Scope, Skills, and Service of our Therapist Colleagues Read more.