ISLAMABAD / LAHORE: In a major development following the recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Pakistan Dental Association (PDA) and the Dental Trade and Manufacturers Associates Pakistan (DTMA), the PDA has officially announced the dates for its flagship International Dental Conference 2025. The event will be held from 26 to 28 December 2025 in Lahore, in alignment with the DTMA Trade Exhibition, making it the country’s most significant joint platform for dental professionals, educators, researchers, and industry leaders.
This announcement was made by Dr Khurshid Ahmed, President of the Pakistan Dental Association, in an exclusive statement to Dental News. Dr Khurshid confirmed that the PDA International Dental Conference 2025 will be hosted by PDA Punjab and PDA Lahore, under the guidance and supervision of the PDA Central Council.
"We are proud to announce the official dates for this landmark conference. By aligning with DTMA’s trade exhibition, we are creating a powerful convergence of clinical excellence, academic advancement, and industry innovation on a single national platform," said Dr Khurshid Ahmed.
Unified platform: December 26–28, 2025
The PDA International Dental Conference and the DTMA Dental Trade Exhibition will now run simultaneously at the same time, allowing thousands of dentists, dental students, hygienists, suppliers, manufacturers, and oral health experts to engage in a seamless experience of learning, networking, and exploring new technologies.
This move follows the recently signed MoU between PDA and DTMA, which aims to:
- Streamline dental events across the country
- Avoid duplication and fragmentation
- Maximize the value for attendees and exhibitors
- Promote collaboration between academia and industry
PDA’s Educational Vision
PDA’s international conference will feature:
- Scientific lectures by renowned national and international speakers
- Hands-on workshops
- Poster presentations and research showcases
- Panel discussions on emerging trends
- CME credit sessions
- Clinical skill-building courses
- Student competitions and leadership tracks
The conference will serve as a hub for clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, and interdisciplinary dialogue, reflecting PDA’s strategic objectives to elevate the standards of dental care and professional development in Pakistan.
Strategic Impact
This integrated event will:
- Bring together education, innovation, and business under one roof
- Provide unmatched opportunities for collaboration
- Empower dental students and young professionals through exposure
- Strengthen Pakistan’s footprint in the global dental community
Save the Dates: December 26–28, 2025 – Lahore
The PDA International Dental Conference 2025, in conjunction with the DTMA Trade Exhibition, promises to be Pakistan’s most influential dental event of the year. Dental professionals, institutions, students, and industry stakeholders are encouraged to mark their calendars and prepare for an unparalleled experience in learning, networking, and growth.
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