Special Events & Features at RMDC
RMDC is so much more than your typical dental convention. Check out thrilling social events, bonus features and amazing local discounts that make RMDC 2026 an event you will not soon forget!
RMDC Special Events
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Mile High Happy Hour
Kick off RMDC in style! Enjoy live entertainment, complimentary drinks, tasty bites, giveaways and plenty of networking to start the convention on a high note.
Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Location: CCC Expo Hall “D”
Rate: FREE
Friday, January 23, 2026
New Dentist Lunch
Take your career to the next level with insights from seasoned dentists at the New Dentist Lunch. Connect with peers, gain practical tips and pearls for success and enjoy a complimentary lunch. Attendance is limited to dentists 1-6 years out of dental school and only 50 attendees.
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm
Location: CCC Room 103
Rate: FREE
Friday, January 23, 2026
Sips & Shopping Happy Hour
Explore the Expo Hall in a casual happy hour setting. Sip on complimentary beer, wine or soda while enjoying snacks, giveaways, and time to connect with vendors and your peers.
Sponsored by LassoMD and Mountain West Dental Institute
Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Location: CCC Expo Hall “D”
Rate: FREE
Friday, January 23, 2026
Friday Night Silent Disco Party
Keep the fun going at Friday’s Silent Disco Party. Grab a drink, enjoy bites, score giveaways and dance the night away. Whether networking or on the dance floor, this is an event you don’t want to miss.
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: CCC Four Seasons Ballroom
Rate: FREE
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Saturday Snacks & Shopping Break
Refuel for your final day of learning with complimentary snacks and drinks, giveaways and last-chance expo specials.
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm
Location: CCC Expo Hall “D”
Rate: FREE
Affiliated Group Events
Friday, January 23, 2026
Colorado Orthodontic Association Luncheon & Business Meeting
This luncheon and business meeting is open to active COA members. To register, select the luncheon (Course Code 1392) when you register for the convention.
Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm
Location: The Slate Hotel, Assembly Room
Cost: Free
Friday, January 23, 2026
Dental Alumni Reception
Join CU Dental and the CU Anschutz Office of Alumni Relations for a reception. This is a free opportunity to connect (or re-connect) with fellow CU Dental community members while enjoying heavy hors d’oeuvres and a drink ticket. This is a free event, but registration is required.
Time: 4:30pm – 7:00pm
Location: The Slate Hotel
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RMDC Special Features
Integrated Healthcare Summit
Don’t miss RMDC 2026’s new programming designed to show how oral care connects to whole-person health. Dive into cutting-edge education, diagnostic testing, health screenings and innovative approaches that bring dentistry and medicine together.
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Diagnostic Testing
Part of the all-new Integrated Health Summit, particpate in glucose monitoring and saliva testing to level up your health and learn how oral health affects whole body health.
Location: CCC Expo Hall D
Oral Health Screenings
Complimentary oral cancer, airway and myofunctional screenings.
Location: CCC Expo Hall D
Vitalant Blood Drive
Give the gift of life at RMDC. Join Vitalant’s on-site blood drive and make a lasting impact with your donation. Pre-registration required.
Time: Thursday & Friday, 11:00am – 4:00pm
Location: CCC Expo Hall D
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LABX
RMDC is launching LABX, a dedicated education and networking track designed for dental laboratory owners and technicians! Attend RMDC for FREE and be among the first to experience innovative products, cutting-edge technology and targeted education.
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Prize Payout
That’s right, get paid in the Expo Hall! Earn a shot at the Prize Payout by visiting participating booths for multiple opportunities to win $500 or $1,000!
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Dental Competitions
Show off your skills in the RMDC Dental Competitions! Test your x-ray reading abilities, with the top 5 finalists facing off on Saturday, January 24, for cash prizes. Or, step up to the Speed Scan Smackdown and put your intraoral scanning speed to the test—winners take home cash and bragging rights. LEARN MORE.
Après Ski Lounge
Take a break from the buzz of the Expo Hall and unwind in the Après Ski Lounge, RMDC’s cozy, ski-inspired retreat in the heart of the Expo Hall. Enjoy drinks and snacks, connect with colleagues over comfortable seating in alpine vibes.
Location: CCC Expo Hall D
Puppy Playtime
Get a dose of cuteness, snuggles, and a guaranteed endorphin boost during Puppy Playtime.
Sponsored by Cloud Dentistry and Advanced Sleep Center of Colorado
Location: CCC Expo Hall D
Posture Pavilion
Visit the Posture Pavilion in the Expo Hall for no-cost ergonomic checks and personalized recommendations from Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist, Ms. Cindy Purdy.
Location: CCC Expo Hall D
Tripartite Wellness Oasis
Need a break? Find calm in the Expo Hall in the Tripartite Wellness Oasis with chair massages, comfy seating, healthy snacks and more!
Sponsored by CDA & MDDS
Location: CCC Expo Hall D
LassoMD Headshot Lounge
Say cheese! Flash those pearly whites and get a complimentary professional headshot in the Expo Hall.
Location: CCC Expo Hall D – Booth #501
Teeth Obsessed Craft Pop-up
Join us for a one-of-a-kind, hands-on crafting experience created specifically for dental teams! The Teeth Obsessed Craft Pop-up offers a fun, creative outlet all three days of the RMDC with interactive sessions held every two hours. Whether you’re crafty or just curious, test your creativity and bring some fun to your RMDC experience.
Location: CCC Expo Hall D
Dykema Education Pavilion
Attend 1-hour CE courses in the Expo Hall classroom.
Location: CCC Expo Hall D
Area Discounts
Winter Park Resort
Extend your stay in Colorado by visiting the breathtaking Rocky Mountains. RMDC attendees can use this exclusive link to purchase $104 single-day passes and 30% off lodging at Winter Park Resort. LEARN MORE
Colorado Avalanche
RMDC has partnered with Avalanche to offer discounted tickets to RMDC attendees. Cheer on the 3x Stanley Cup-winning Colorado Avalanche as they face off against the Anaheim Ducks or the Philadelphia Flyers.
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FAST TRACK - Good Bugs, Quick Checks: Helpful Bacteria and Chairside Diagnostics - 8:00am - 9:00am
This session will introduce you to innovative research from the ADA Forsyth Institute (AFI) on Saccharibacteria and its potential role in reducing inflammation and supporting a healthy oral microbiome. Discover how Dr. Bor and his team are adapting CRISPRCas technology into a rapid, saliva-based diagnostic tool capable of identifying oral pathogens in minutes. Gain insight into how these advances can transform periodontal care and open the door to more personalized and preventive treatment strategies.
Speaker: Dr. Batbileg Bor
Session Code: 1342
The Dentist-Hygienist Team: Champions of Complete Health! Part 1 & 2 - 8:00am - 4:30pm
Very important shifts in dental and medical research and clinical applications are changing the way we understand, diagnose, prioritize and treat our patients. Dentists and hygienists have a unique opportunity to elevate dentistry’s role in complete health dramatically. Discover new insights into the critical connection between oral pathogens, infections, systemic inflammation, breathing disordered sleep, TMD, bruxism and dental malocclusions. Leave much better equipped to resolve everyday problems.
Speaker: Dr. DeWitt Wilkerson and Ms. Lora Hooper
Session Code: 1301 and 1302
FAST TRACK: Open Wide and Say “Ahhh … ha!”: Innovations in Integrating Oral Health into Whole Body Care - 9:30am - 10:30am
Learn how the health care team can work together to improve health, enhance patient experiences and help control the cost of care. Discover how safety nets have integrated oral health and primary care, focusing on patients with diabetes, HIV, and/or substance use disorders, as well as integration of oral health and behavioral health, and oral health and vaccinations.
Speaker: Dr. Leah Schulz
Session Code: 1370
FAST TRACK: Beyond Teeth: Identifying Key Oral Health Issues for Lifelong Pediatric Wellness - 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Explore the vital role of early pediatric oral health in overall lifelong wellness. Discuss early identification of oral health issues, implications of oral microbiome development, the effects of breastfeeding, common challenges in early childhood and the comparative efficacy of fluoride and hydroxyapatite. Leave equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to identify and address oral health concerns proactively, ensuring healthier outcomes from infancy through adulthood.
Speaker: Dr. Kami Hoss
Session Code: 1299
Inflammation, Chronic Disease and Oral Health - 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Eighty percent of adults have at least one chronic condition, and 68% have two or more. What is the underlying cause? Chronic inflammation. It has been shown to contribute to Alzheimer’s Disease, inflammatory bowel disease, colon cancer, pancreatic cancer and more. Oral inflammation is often overlooked as a potential risk factor. This course will explore the link between inflammation, chronic disease and oral health.
Speaker: Ms. Carol Jahn
Session Code: 1242
INDUSTRY ALLY EDUCATION: Healthy Mouth, Healthy Life – A Look Beyond the Toothbrush - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The mouth is a gateway to the rest of your body. Gum disease has been linked to increased risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes, inflammation and osteoporosis. Discuss how introducing beneficial bacteria is promising for reducing gingival inflammation. Learn how to successfully change your patients’ habits and views on the importance of daily biofilm management, show them new techniques and strengthen their motivation to use them.
Speaker: Ms. Shannon Nanne
Session Code: 1312
What Lies Beneath: Treating Periodontal Disease Systemically - 8:00am - 9:00am
Review oral pathologies that show evidence of systemic health issues and identify when to refer the patient out for blood work. Discover proper risk assessments for enhanced preventive oral health and investigate the latest technologies to prevent and treat both hard and soft tissue disease.
Speaker: Ms. Amber Auger
Session Code: 1239
FAST TRACK: The Pros and Cons of Probiotics and Prebiotics for Optimal Oral Health - 9:30am - 10:30am
Probiotics may have the ability to create a more symbiotic biofilm, which can then act to reduce the propagation of more pathogenic bacteria and promote a healthy intraoral environment. Dr. Geisinger will summarize the existing evidence on the potential benefits of probiotics and prebiotics in establishing and maintaining oral health.
Speaker: Dr. Mia Geisinger
Session Code: 1217
FAST TRACK: Is Predictable Medical Control and Treatment of Periodontal Inflammation Becoming a Reality? - 9:30am - 10:30am
The dentist of the future will likely have a greater role in oral medicine and the treatment of oral diseases using medical approaches that will complement and sometimes replace surgical procedures. Dr. Van Dyke introduces innovative and promising technologies for the control of periodontal inflammation and other inflammatory diseases.
Speaker: Dr. Thomas Van Dyke
Session Code: 1340
FAST TRACK: Oral and Systemic Health Dynamics in Diabetes - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Discuss the latest advances in periodontitis-systemic disease interconnection, offering new insights into the molecular mechanisms through which periodontitis contributes to the pathogenesis of systemic diseases. Explore intricate links between periodontitis and diabetes and review innovative strategies for targeted therapies to reduce the risk of complications of diabetes or their exacerbation, influenced by periodontitis.
Speaker: Dr. Hatice Hasturk
Session Code: 1345
FAST TRACK: Reversing Inflammation and Its Role in Chronic Disease - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Discuss the latest advances in periodontitis-systemic disease interconnection, offering new insights into the molecular mechanisms through which periodontitis contributes to the pathogenesis of systemic diseases. Explore intricate links between periodontitis and diabetes and review innovative strategies for targeted therapies to reduce the risk of complications of diabetes or their exacerbation, influenced by periodontitis.
Speaker: Ms. Leslie Flowers
Session Code: 1268
FAST TRACK: Comprehensive Approaches for Complete Health - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
In conversations about the “essential” nature of oral health to whole-body, systemic health, dental practitioners and advocates must be prepared to engage. Learn to bridge interdisciplinary approaches to participate in chronic disease management for oralsystemic conditions and identify skills to include in the whole health toolbelt to support a new paradigm for oral health
Speaker: Dr. An Nguyen
Session Code: 1316
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