The Annual International Dental Symposium & UDA Scientific Conference 2026 is a collaboration between UDA and Build Your Smile Dental Foundation (BYSDF) and will convene dental professionals, researchers, academicians, and students for two days of impactful knowledge exchange, innovation, and professional growth.
This prestigious event will take place on 24–25 January 2026 at the School of Public Health Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala – Uganda.
Theme: “Advancing Oral Health: Shaping Uganda’s Dental Professionals through Innovation.”
Sub-Themes
- Advancements in clinical and surgical dentistry.
- Education, training and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Innovation in dental technology and sustainability.
Abstract Format
- Title, Authors
- Objectives
- Methods
- Results
- Conclusion
- 350 Words
Key dates to note
15th Aug
Abstract Submission Opens
15th Aug
Early Bird Registration Opens
15th Nov
Early Bird Registration Closes
30th Nov
Abstract Submission Closes
15th Dec
Abstract Acceptance Notification
24th Jan
Opening Day of Conference
Registration Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UDA Member | UGX 250,000 |
| Non-UDA Member | UGX 350,000 |
| UDOTA Member | UGX 150,000 |
| Student | UGX 100,000 |
| EAC Attendees | USD 50 |
| International Attendees | USD 100 |
Accomodation Options
- Room Category
- Single Room
- Double Room
- Rate
- Single Room – $105.55
- Double Room – $115.55
- Bed & Breakfast
- Inclusive
- Distance from the Venue
- 2KM (8 minutes)
- Extras
- Free Wifi
- Gym
- Airport Pickup
- One way (1 person) – $45
- One way (2 people) – $55
- Address
Plot 54A, Kira Road, Kampala- Uganda
- Room Category
- Standard & Deluxe Single Room
- Standard & Deluxe Double Room
- Standard & Deluxe Twin Room
- Rate
- Standard Single Room – $120
- Deluxe Single Room – $140
- Standard Double Room / Twin Room – $145
- Deluxe Double Room / Twin Room – $160
- Bed & Breakfast
- Inclusive
- Distance from the Venue
- 2.5KM (8 minutes)
- Extras
- Free Wifi
- Gym
- Swimming Pool
- Address
Plot 3 Kitante Close (off Yusuf Lule Road)
- Room Category
- Standard Room
- Deluxe Room
- Executive Room
- Rate
- Standard Room – UGX 447,000
- Deluxe Room – UGX 497,000
- Executive Room – UGX 640,000
- Bed & Breakfast
- Inclusive
- Distance from the Venue
- 3KM (10 minutes)
- Extras
- Free Wifi
- Address
Plot 3 Kafu Road, Kampala – Uganda
- Room Category
- Standard Single Room
- Rate
- Standard Single Room – $150
- Bed & Breakfast
- Inclusive
- Distance from the Venue
- 3.6KM (11 minutes)
- Extras
- Free Wifi
- Gym
- Swimming Pool
- Address
Plot 1 Elgon Terrace, Kampala- Uganda
- Room Category
- Single Room
- Double Room
- Rate
- Single Room – $230
- Double Room – $270
- Bed & Breakfast
- Inclusive
- Distance from the Venue
- 3.3KM (11 minutes)
- Extras
- Free Wifi
- Gym
- Swimming Pool
- Spa
- Airport Pickup
- Toyota Crown – $65
- Mercedes Benz E-Class – $100
- Mercedes Benz S-Class – $130
- Toyota Prado – $100
- Toyota Landcruiser – $130
- Shuttle (2 people) – $100
- Address
Kintu Road, Kampala – Uganda
- Room Category
- Single Standard Room
- Rate
- $199
- Bed & Breakfast
- Inclusive
- Distance from the Venue
- 3.3KM (10 minutes)
- Extras
- Free Wifi
- Gym
- Swimming Pool
- Address
Ternan Avenue, Kampala – Uganda
- Room Category
- Single Room
- Double Room
- Triple Room
- Rate
- Single Room – UGX 170,000
- Double Room – UGX 250,000
- Triple Room – UGX 570,000
- Bed & Breakfast
- Inclusive
- Distance from the Venue
- 1.6KM (8 minutes)
- Extras
- Free Wifi
- Address
Plot 132 Bombo Road, Kavule, Kampala – Uganda
- Room Category
- Deluxe Single Room
- Deluxe Double Room
- Rate
- Deluxe Single Room – $120
- Deluxe Double Room – $140
- Bed & Breakfast
- Inclusive
- Distance from the Venue
- 2.3KM (11 minutes)
- Extras
- Free Wifi
- Gym
- Swimming Pool
- Address
Plot 72 Kira Road, Kampala- Uganda
We look forward to welcoming you to this landmark dental event. Mark your calendar, register early, and be part of shaping the future of dentistry in the region!
