IDEM 2024 delivers on exceptional dentistry

Koelnmesse

Thu. 25. April 2024

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SINGAPORE: The highly anticipated 13^th International Dental Exhibition and Meeting (IDEM 2024) concluded on 21 April at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre with record-breaking success. IDEM 2024 welcomed 8,917 attendees from 74 countries and regions, exceeding the previous participation record by 36%. The event offered a showcase of cutting-edge dental innovations and expertise, spanning over 17,000 m² of exhibition space.

Commenting on the event’s achievements, Mathias Küpper, managing director and vice president for Asia Pacific at Koelnmesse in Singapore, said: “The success of IDEM 2024 was based on the reputation and the credibility we have developed here in Singapore for over 20 years. The feedback from the exhibitors and the delegates has been excellent. We will build on what we have achieved this year here at IDEM and continue to emphasise a quality, high-level scientific programme and bring the latest technologies and innovations to future editions of IDEM.”

The exhibition floor hosted 500 exhibitors showcasing 629 brands from 35 countries and regions, covering prosthodontics, orthodontics, endodontics, paediatric dentistry and more. There were 12 national pavilions, representing Australia, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan and the US. Exhibitors presented their newly launched products and unveiled their latest technologies, highlighting IDEM’s role as a go-to launch pad for dental brands in the Asia Pacific region.

In addition to the exhibition, IDEM 2024 featured a comprehensive scientific conference programme and hands-on workshops, presented by 44 speakers. The sessions included the Dental Hygienist and Therapist Forum and the inaugural Asian Speaker Series and covered a wide range of topics across three tracks running concurrently. The lecture titled “SDA Masterclass: The black, white and gray of crack management” attracted 904 delegates, making it the most attended session of the conference programme.

Dental professionals from around the world converged in Singapore for education, networking and a large exhibition at IDEM 2024. (Image: Koelnmesse)

Held at the legendary Marina Bay Sands, IDEM 2024 attendees were treated to excellence in education, venue and opportunities for professional development. (Image: Koelnmesse)

IDEM 2024 welcomed 8,917 attendees from 74 countries and regions, exceeding the previous participation record by 36%. (Image: Koelnmesse)

With presenters joining from around the globe, IDEM offered the chance to enhance clinical experience, management and techniques. (Image: Koelnmesse)

Master classes and lectures were available on a broad range of topics, with something for every specialty. (Image: Koelnmesse)

IDEM 2024 offered clinicians the opportunity to try new products, software and techniques first-hand with guidance from world-class experts. (Image: Koelnmesse)

Extending education and enhancing skills was the rule of the day at IDEM 2024 with classes full of some of the brightest practitioners from around the world. (Image: Koelnmesse)

Between courses, lectures, events and the exhibition hall, opportunities for networking and investing in a more modern practice abound at IDEM 2024. (Image: Koelnmesse)

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Finding the best solution for your dental practice needs was easy at IDEM 2024. (Image: Dental Tribune International)

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Event organizers rang in IDEM 2024 with a ceremonial gong. (Image: Koelnmesse)

Hands-on instruction offered at IDEM. (Image: Koelnmesse)

Clinicians learned exactly what their patients can expect from new technology, software and digital dentistry workflows. (Image: Koelnmesse)

Continuing education was a major part of the offering of IDEM 2024, with clinicians coming from around the world to brush up on skills and learn new cutting-edge strategies to apply in their practice. (Image: Koelnmesse)

Captivating discussions were a theme at the Innovation Arena, with global experts bringing their best to contribute to the development of many specialties. (Image: Koelnmesse)

For those eager to try new products, IDEM 2024 provided ample opportunities. (Image: Koelnmesse)

Language was no barrier to education at IDEM 2024, and with dozens of countries represented, new technologies, techniques and ideas were disseminated across the globe. (Image: Koelnmesse)

IDEM 2024 provided one of the most robust networking opportunities of the year for clinicians, vendors, educators and stakeholders. (Image: Koelnmesse)

The event also offered networking and educational opportunities for dentistry professionals and aspiring dentists at the Innovation Arena. Additionally, the student programme, themed “Crafting Bright Smiles, Shaping Future Dentists”, provided a platform for dental students to connect with industry leaders and build valuable connections with mentors.

With the resounding success of this year’s event, IDEM looks forward to welcoming attendees to the next edition, which will take place on 17–19 April 2026 at Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, promising even more innovation, education and collaboration.

For more information and updates on IDEM, please visit www.idem-singapore.com.