International Registrants
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 International Buyers and Dealers
The U.S. Department of Commerce will help you identify and meet reputable U.S. companies and interested suppliers at the 2008 Annual Session in San Antonio through the International Buyer Program.
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International Dentists: Save Money on Registration by Becoming an ADA Member!
Join the ADA as an Affiliate member and pay only US$50 to attend the 149th Annual Session in
San Antonio, TX! A savings of $200. Non-member registration fees are $250. Affiliate membership is a greater value than ever for only US$75 annual dues for dentists who practice outside of the United States. International dentists who join the ADA have access to valuable benefits including an online subscription to the Journal of the American Dental Association and the new ADA Professional Product Review, member pricing on the new ADA CE Online program, discounts up to 50 percent on ADA Catalog products, reduced member rates for ADA Annual Sessions and much more! Visit the Affiliate membership area to learn more. Applications for 2008 Affiliate membership must be received no later than August 1, 2008.
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| Registration Fees |
| International Registrants |
Before Sept. 12 |
After Sept. 12 |
| International Dentist/ADA Affiliate Member** |
$50 |
$100 |
| International Dentist/Non-ADA Affiliate Member |
$250 |
$500 |
| International Undergraduate Dental Student* (mail/fax only) |
$35 |
$70 |
| International Dental Hygienist |
$35 |
$70 |
| International Dental Assistant |
$35 |
$70 |
| International Dental Business Assistant (Office Staff/Manager) |
$35 |
$70 |
| International Laboratory Technician |
$35 |
$70 |
| International Dental Dealer (Exhibits Only*** mail/fax only) |
$50 |
$100 |
| International Allied Health Professional |
$50 |
$100 |
| International Guest |
$25 |
$50 |
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VISA Requirements
It can now take as long as four months to get a visa to enter the United States. If you require a visa to enter the USA, please check with your local United States Embassy or Consulate to obtain the necessary documentation as soon as possible. Please use the following links to obtain more information regarding obtaining visas and machine-readable passports.
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Official Letter of Invitation
An official letter of invitation to attend the 149th ADA Annual Session will be sent upon written request. This invitation is intended to facilitate the participant's travel and visa arrangements but does not extend financial support. To request a letter of invitation, please fill out the form. Please allow 5-10 business days to receive your letter of invitation by e-mail.
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Certificate of Attendance
Each International Dentist who registers for the meeting will receive a Certificate of Attendance in his/her registration packet. Please present your registration acknowledgement letter to allow for expeditious completion of your registration.
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Dental Office and Dental School Tour for International Dentists
Exclusive Tour Designed for International Dentists
Designed specifically for international dentists, this tour offers a unique perspective and experience of dentistry in the U.S. Visit two state-of-the art dental offices: a general dentistry office and the shared office of an Endodontist and a Periodontist. At each stop, you will see first hand how an American office is developed and set up. The tour will also include a stop at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School, where you will see a clinical set-up for group practice training, a new pre-clinical simulation lab and 3-D cone beam radiology equipment.
Space is limited so make your reservations early. Cost includes roundtrip transportation from the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Tickets are limited to International Dentists. To register, go to the ADA Tours Web site and select # 20 on the registration form.
Cost: $15 per person
FR11 Friday, October 17 1:00 - 4:30 pm
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International Reception
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 6pm—7:30pm
Location:The Grotto at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
Join us for an evening of friendship, food, drink, music and fun in honor of all international guests. Network and meet with leadership from the American Dental Association and Dental professionals from around the world!
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About San Antonio
San Antonio is considered to be “the heart of Texas” and is famous for its well-preserved, multicultural history. The Annual Session will be held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, located directly on San Antonio’s renowned River Walk. The downtown area features excellent restaurants with menus that include a range of Southwestern, Mexican, and “Tex-Mex” food that must be experienced to be understood. San Antonio is a shopper’s paradise. Browse for hours in the small craft shops and boutiques of La Villita, a historic village from the late 1700s, or shop in the nearby Rivercenter Mall. Sightseeing attractions include, the Alamo--Texas’ most visited site, Hemisfair Park, and La Villita. Streetcars travel frequently between downtown and the King William Historic District. Austin, the capital of Texas, is just 129 km (80 mi) from San Antonio. October is an excellent time to visit San Antonio. The average daytime temperature in October is approximately 21°C (71°F), with an average of 7.1 cm (2.8 in) of rainfall.
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Download the Annual Session Program
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Contact the ADA
For questions regarding the ADA Annual Session contact the Center for International Development and Affairs:
American Dental Association
211 East Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL, USA 60611-2678
Tel: +1-312-440-2726
Fax: +1-312-587-4735
E-mail: international@ada.org
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