Call for Presentations & Posters

Please complete and submit this form for consideration to present a breakout session or a poster at our in-person SCDA CON, April 16-19, 2026, in Dallas, Texas.

Presenters MUST register for the conference in order to present. Upon acceptance, presenters recieve a discount code to use for registration.

• Authors provide SCDA an irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free license to use the abstract in SCDA’s publications and materials.
• Authors declare that the research submitted here complies with the guiding principles for experimental procedures found in the Declaration of Helsinki, and that all conflicts of interest will be properly displayed on the poster or presented AT THE BEGINNING of the lecture. 

 

Breakout Presentation Priority Topics:

Through the theme “Blazing New Horizons” we will explore new technologies, partnerships, collaborations and — not to mention — the modern-day pioneers of hospital, geriatric and disability dentistry. We want to hear how you are "Blazing New Horizons" in Special Care Dentistry and pushing our industry into a new frontier. Our Conference Planning Committee will give priority to the following:

• Self-Advocate Voices (if a self-advocate is a presenter or co-presenter)
• Hands-on Workshops featuring Clinical Topics (you may get to present multiple times throughout the conference)
• Product Demos/ Noninvasive Clinical Products (you may get to present multiple times throughout the conference)
• Artificial Intelligence
• Primary Care Integration of Oral Health
• Salivary Diagnostics
• Accountable Care Organizations specialized on IDD population or disability waiver programs
• Home/Remote monitoring: Smart Toothbrushes, Intraoral Cameras, Oral Sensors, Teledentistry Platforms, Wearable Devices, etc.
• Insurance Reimbursement/ Codes
• Sleep Apnea

 

Poster Presentations:

Prizes are available for posters submitted by students & residents. 

Clinical Case Study Posters:

A clinical case study poster presents a detailed account of a patient's condition, diagnostic process, treatment, and outcomes, with the aim of highlighting a unique or noteworthy aspect of the case. The poster should be visually appealing and well-organized, with a clear flow of information. 

Key Elements of the Clinical Case Study Poster:

• Title: A clear and concise title that accurately reflects the case and its focus. 
• Introduction: Briefly introduces the case, its relevance, and the learning objectives. 
• Case Description:
  • Patient Demographics: Relevant patient information, excluding any
    identifying details. 
  • Presenting Complaint: The patient's primary reason for seeking care. 
  • History: Relevant medical, family, social, and medication history. 
  • Physical Examination: Briefly summarizes key findings. 
  • Investigations: Includes relevant lab results, imaging, and other
    diagnostic tests. 
  • Treatment Plan: Details the approach to management, including
    interventions and medications. 
  • Outcome: Describes the patient's progress, response to treatment, and final outcome. 
  • Acknowledgements: Recognizes those who contributed to the research. 
  • References/Citations: Lists the sources used in the research.

Research Study Posters:

A research study poster is a visual communication tool used to present the key findings and methods of a research project. It's essentially an illustrated abstract, designed to be concise, informative, and engaging for viewers. A good poster effectively summarizes the research, allowing viewers to quickly grasp the main points and encouraging discussion with the researcher.

Key Elements of the Reseach Study Poster:

• Title: Clearly states the research topic. 
• Abstract: A brief summary of the research, often including the research question, methods, and key findings. 
  • Introduction/Background: Provides context for the research, highlighting the problem or question being addressed. 
  • Methods: Describes the research design, procedures, participants, and materials used. 
  • Results: Presents the key findings, often using visuals like graphs, charts, and tables to display data. 
  • Discussion: Interprets the results, explains their significance, and discusses limitations or future research directions. 
  • Conclusion: Summarizes the main findings and their implications. 
  • Acknowledgements: Recognizes those who contributed to the research. 
  • References/Citations: Lists the sources used in the research.

 

Due dates:

• October 3, 2025 - Breakout Presentations Submissions 
• January 31, 2026 - Poster Presentations Submissions accepted on a rolling basis until this date.