For dental professionals—whether you are a practicing clinician, a laboratory owner, a distributor, or a manufacturer—Moscow offers a dynamic and well-established trade fair landscape. The Russian dental market is one of the largest and most rapidly modernizing in Eastern Europe, and the capital city hosts two major annual exhibitions. Marked by high attendance and robust educational programming, these events serve as essential platforms for launching new products and continuing professional development.
Here is your essential guide to the dental industry calendar in Moscow for 2026/27.
The Spring Giant: Dental Salon 2026 (April)
If you have room in your calendar for only one event, the Moscow International Dental Forum & Exhibition “Dental Salon” is the definitive anchor of the Russian dental calendar.
Key Details at a Glance
- Name: Dental Salon 2026 (59th Edition)
- Dates: April 21–24, 2026
- Venue: Crocus Expo IEC, Pavilion 2 (Halls 5, 7, 8), Moscow
- Organizer: DENTALEXPO Exhibition Company
- Frequency: Annual
A Major Industry Gathering
With its 2026 edition marking the 59th occurrence of this storied event, Dental Salon has clearly stood the test of time. The April 2026 exhibition brought together more than 350 participating companies from across the globe, including manufacturers and distributors from Russia, Belarus, Germany, Italy, Pakistan, Poland, Switzerland, and South Korea.
The scale is impressive not just in exhibitor count but in brand representation; attendees had access to products from over 1,000 manufacturers under one roof. This makes it one of Europe’s largest dental exhibitions and the second most prestigious in Russia.
Beyond the Exhibition Hall
What truly distinguishes Dental Salon is its robust educational component. The event is more than a trade show—it is a major academic forum.
- All-Russian Scientific Conference: The 54th All-Russian scientific and practical conference of the Russian Dental Association (RDA), titled “Actual Problems of Dentistry,” was held as a core part of the scientific program.
- Hands-On Learning: Hundreds of educational lectures and masterclasses covering all sections of dentistry took place directly at the exhibitors’ stands, allowing dentists to learn about new techniques and technologies from the brands supplying them.
- Specialized Symposia: The program also included a dedicated Dental Lab symposium, making the event highly relevant for dental technicians and lab owners.
Innovative Hybrid Format
Recognizing the challenges of international travel, the organizers introduced a hybrid format for Dental Salon 2026. In this model, the physical exhibition at Crocus Expo is complemented by an online platform. This allows international visitors or those unable to travel to Moscow to view exhibitor catalogs, watch video materials, and communicate directly with suppliers digitally, extending the reach of the event beyond the physical venue.
Key Product Segments
The exhibition floor is organized around three core pillars of the dental industry:
- Dental Practice: Equipment, instruments, and technologies for clinical dentistry.
- Dental Laboratory: Materials, machinery, and CAD/CAM solutions for prosthetic fabrication.
- Infection Control & Maintenance: Sterilization, hygiene, and clinic management solutions.
The Autumn Option: Dental-Expo Moscow 2026 (September)
For those who miss the spring event or want a second touchpoint in the second half of the year, Dental-Expo Moscow provides an excellent autumn alternative.
Key Details at a Glance
- Name: Dental-Expo Moscow (60th Edition)
- Dates: September 21–24, 2026
- Venue: Crocus Expo IEC, Pavilion 2, Moscow
- Organizer: DENTALEXPO Exhibition Company
- Frequency: Annual
A Second Major Platform
Dental-Expo Moscow is the second major international dental forum and exhibition hosted annually by DENTALEXPO. It follows the same successful formula as the spring Dental Salon, offering a unique platform for all major manufacturers and newcomers from around the world to launch their latest innovations and technologies to the Russian market.
Ideal for Year-End Planning
For distributors and purchasing managers, the September timing is strategic. It allows for year-end purchasing decisions, planning for the upcoming calendar year, and assessing new products that have entered the Russian market during the year. Like its spring counterpart, it features a comprehensive business program including conferences, master classes, and product presentations.
A Year-Round Venue: Crocus Expo
Both major dental exhibitions—Dental Salon in April and Dental-Expo in September—are held at the Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre. The venue is located at Mezhdunarodnaya Street, 18, Krasnogorsk, Moscow Region, easily accessible via the Myakinino metro station. Crocus Expo is a modern, world-class facility that regularly hosts events of significant scale, making it well-suited to the demands of major international trade fairs.
Also Worth Noting: Healthcare Exhibition (December)
While not a dedicated dental-only event, the Zdravookhraneniye (Healthcare) Exhibition, scheduled for December 7–10, 2026 at Crocus Expo, is worth mentioning for dental professionals. This is a massive international exhibition covering medical technology, medical devices, and consumables. Dental equipment and materials are included in its scope. It represents an excellent opportunity to network with the broader medical industry and explore cross-sector synergies between dentistry and general medicine.
Strategic Recommendations for 2026
For Dentists & Clinicians:
Your primary target is Dental Salon (April) . The concentration of masterclasses, live demonstrations, and the Russian Dental Association conference makes it the premier event for clinical education and seeing new techniques applied in real-time.
For Dental Technicians & Lab Owners:
Both Dental Salon (April) and Dental-Expo (September) feature dedicated laboratory sections and symposia. Choose the date that best fits your schedule; the content quality is high at both.
For Distributors & Manufacturers:
Both Spring and Autumn exhibitions are critical. They represent the two main windows each year to launch new products, meet with regional distributors, and assess the competition in the Russian market.
For International Attendees:
Take advantage of the hybrid format offered at Dental Salon. Registering for the online platform can provide valuable pre-show information and allow you to schedule meetings with exhibitors before you travel.
Moscow’s 2026/27 dental exhibition season offers a comprehensive and mature landscape for professionals across the entire dental industry. From the massive spring gathering of Dental Salon to the strategic autumn timing of Dental-Expo, each event serves a distinct purpose and audience.
For those looking to enter or expand within the Russian dental market—or simply to see the latest in global dental technology from a unique vantage point—Moscow’s Crocus Expo is the place to be. With hundreds of exhibitors, thousands of attendees, and world-class educational programming, these events are not to be missed. Mark your calendars for April and September, and prepare to connect with one of Europe’s most dynamic dental communities.