Greater than 20,000 dental professionals gathered on the Chicago Dental Society (CDS) Midwinter Assembly, held Feb. 20-22 at McCormick Place West, to have a good time its a hundred and sixtieth anniversary.
“It’s a large milestone to have a good time 160 years of the Midwinter Assembly, and I consider its success lies in our distinctive mix of custom and innovation,” stated Heather Nash, chief government officer of CDS.
Attendees—together with basic dentists, specialists, hygienists and workplace workers—got here from all 50 U.S. states and 74 international locations. That they had entry to greater than 250 CE-accredited programs, explored the newest merchandise and applied sciences from 512 exhibitors, and took half in networking alternatives.
Museum-like setting
New choices included the Dental Innovation Lab, which showcased the newest dental merchandise that debuted on the 2025 Midwinter Assembly in a museum-like setting. One other addition, the CDS Midwinter Closet, allowed attendees to buy CDS-branded merchandise and Midwinter Assembly souvenirs in a single location.
Including to this yr’s historic celebration, dentistry’s favourite mascot, Hadley the Hound, marked his tenth birthday. In honor of Hadley, a birthday bash was held on the Expertise CDS sales space with mascot pals Southpaw from the Chicago White Sox and DIBS from DePaul College.
“If there’s one factor that brings dentists collectively—aside from the Midwinter Assembly—it’s a beloved mascot,” stated Dr. Victoria Ursitti, 2025 CDS board secretary. “Hadley’s celebration was the cherry on high of a really exceptional occasion, including an additional layer of enjoyable and pleasure to an already unforgettable celebration of our career.”
The occasion additionally had a major financial influence on town. In keeping with Select Chicago, the Metropolis of Chicago’s tourism company, the 2025 Midwinter Assembly contributed practically $25 million to the native financial system, generated $1 million in state taxes, $997,000 in native taxes, and supported greater than 6,000 jobs.
