The Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM) is one of the largest and most influential dental conventions in the world—and it returns November 28–December 3, 2025 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan.

Whether you're a dentist looking to grow your practice, a hygienist or assistant wanting to stay current, or a manager thinking ahead to staffing for 2026, GNYDM is one of the most valuable places to connect, learn, and stay competitive.

Why GNYDM Matters for Dental Offices in 2025

1. It’s the highest-traffic dental meeting in the U.S.

Attendees consistently highlight the size and scale of the conference:

“Largest Attendance of Any Dental Meeting in the U.S.” – Instagram

That level of attendance means one thing for practices: opportunity—to connect with vendors, discover new technologies, meet potential team members, and see what top offices across the country are doing to grow.

2. Hands-on, practical CE that elevates your entire team

GNYDM is known for its extensive education program, including:

• Hands-on workshops
• Live patient demonstrations
• Practice-management and team-building courses
• Digital dentistry, imaging, and workflow optimization sessions

For dental offices operating in increasingly competitive markets, these courses offer real tools to improve efficiency, treatment acceptance, and patient experience.

3. A powerful place to strengthen your employer brand

Patients choose modern practices. Team members choose organized ones.
And hiring in 2025 is still competitive, especially for:

• Dental hygienists
• Front office coordinators
• Dental assistants

Attending a major meeting like GNYDM signals something important:

Your practice invests in growth, training, and staying current.

That matters to job seekers—especially hygienists and young graduates entering the field who attend GNYDM in large numbers and actively follow the event online.

4. Networking that feels more like community

GNYDM isn’t just about products and CE.

It’s also about connection.

“You can follow the GNYDM via social media while you’re at the show and all year long! … Join the conversation with #GNYDM.” – GNYDM Official Page

“Boost brand visibility at GNYDM… one of the largest dental meetings.” – Instagram

The event has a huge social-media footprint, making it easier than ever to discover colleagues, speakers, vendors, and opportunities simply by monitoring the hashtag or sharing your own updates throughout the week.

How GNYDM Helps You Hire Better in 2025

While GNYDM isn’t a job fair, dental professionals are everywhere—students, early-career hygienists, assistants, returning-to-work clinicians, and providers looking to relocate.

Here’s how practices can leverage the event from a staffing standpoint:

✓ Spot emerging professionals

New grads attend in large numbers, especially hygienists and assistants. Making even a few genuine connections can open hiring opportunities later in the year.

✓ Get clarity on compensation and job market shifts

Vendors, CE instructors, and fellow dentists openly discuss salary trends, scheduling preferences, and team challenges—giving you a clearer picture of what candidates want in 2025.

✓ Discover tools that make hiring easier

From applicant-tracking platforms to AI tools to HR systems, the exhibit floor gives you a hands-on look at ways to streamline onboarding and reduce turnover.

Tips for Dental Offices Attending GNYDM 2025

• Bring your whole leadership team — clinical + administrative
• Plan your CE early — the best courses fill fast
• Take photos — share them on your practice’s social media for employer branding
• Walk the floor with intention — identify vendors related to efficiency, revenue, or staffing
• Schedule time for peer networking — some of the best insights come from casual conversations

Final Thoughts

The Greater New York Dental Meeting is more than a convention—it's a pulse check on where the dental profession is headed. 

For practices preparing for growth in 2026, attending is an investment in your team, your systems, and your competitive edge.

Princess Dental Staffing will have a booth this year at GNYDM 2025. Come on by and say hi!

If you're aiming to hire smarter, build a stronger team, or expand into new services this year, we’re here to help.

 

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