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    2026 exhibitor plannerOfficial details reviewed

    Southwest Dental Conference

    The Southwest Dental Conference combines continuing education with an exhibit hall for dental professionals. Exhibitor banners should identify the practice problem, clinical workflow, or business outcome addressed without overstating health or performance claims.

    Dates
    Aug 21–22, 2026
    Location
    Dallas, TX
    Hilton Anatole
    Confirm on official site

    Artwork-ready checkpoint

    Aug 14 · five business days before opening

    Production + shipping

    24-hour production and FREE next-day air are separate timelines.

    Final check at checkout

    Use the displayed delivery estimate—not this planning checkpoint.

    Banner direction

    Make the booth readable from the aisle.

    Use a direct category headline and one supported benefit. Keep regulatory, clinical, or technical qualifiers accurate, and give demonstrations and detailed comparisons their own booth signage.

    Details verified with the organizer

    • The official conference dates are August 21–22.
    • The official venue is the Hilton Anatole in Dallas.

    Last reviewed 2026-08-05. Event details can change; the official organizer remains the source of truth.

    Size ideas

    Three common starting points

    6 × 2 ft

    Table-front or low rail

    Confirm the visible table width and attachment method.

    8 × 3 ft

    Back-wall or aisle header

    Check pipe-and-drape width and neighboring sightlines.

    8 × 8 ft

    Step-and-repeat backdrop

    Verify booth depth, stand footprint, and fire rules.

    These are planning examples, not event specifications. Confirm booth dimensions, permitted display height, mounting, and fire-code requirements in the exhibitor manual before ordering.

    Before artwork approval

    Four checks that prevent show-floor surprises

    1. 01

      Booth dimensions

      Measure the visible area after tables, displays, monitors, and neighboring booths are considered.

    2. 02

      Hanging and fire rules

      Confirm material, height, rigging, grommet, stand, and flame-resistance requirements with show management.

    3. 03

      Shipping destination

      Check advance-warehouse and direct-to-show dates. Do not assume the convention center accepts unattended packages.

    4. 04

      Distance readability

      Print a reduced proof, step back, and make sure the brand, category, and main message remain easy to scan.

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