The International Federation of Dental Hygienists (IFDH) is thrilled to welcome you to the incredible city of Milan! With its breathtaking architecture, world renown cultural offerings, outstanding food, and vibrant people, Milan is the perfect destination for the International Symposium on Dental Hygiene. And while the city itself beckons you, the International Symposium offers its own reasons for you to spend July 9-11, 2026, with us.
The theme for the 2026 International Symposium is “Oral Health and General Health: Prevention & Progress”. Our host organization, Associazione Igienisti Dentali Italiani (AIDI), fare il possibile – pulled out all the stops – to ensure an excellent experience.
The scientific program has something for everyone, and clinicians, educators, researchers, and students will all find educational programs to enhance their knowledge and skills. With focused programs related to all stages of life, attendees will find engaging sessions on topics related to oral health during childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and old age.
Valuable networking opportunities abound with the lunch & coffee breaks and Welcome Reception. And the Gala Dinner promises to be an evening unlike any other at a beautiful setting with fantastic entertainment. But…c’è di piu – there’s more!
The Opening Ceremony is not to be missed, with the IFDH member countries proudly presenting their flags. This long-standing tradition symbolizes how we come together as colleagues to learn, advocate, and advance our profession. This year, we welcome our newest IFDH members, dental therapists, oral therapists, and oral health therapists. As primary oral healthcare providers, we embrace these professionals and foster collaboration to improve patient care. It’s wonderful to have them here!
A special thank you to our supporters, sponsors and exhibitors. Without you we wouldn’t be able to organize this exceptional event. You are the wind beneath our wings that enables us to soar #Upward!
La Vita è Bella – Life is Beautiful! The 2026 International Symposium in Milan exemplifies this saying. Enjoy all that beautiful Italian life has to offer, and Grazie Mille for joining us.
