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34 events DENTAL TECHNOLOGY, JANUARY-MARCH 2025

IDS 2025: LEADING GLOBAL TRADE FAIR GUIDES

THE DENTAL WORLD INTO THE FUTURE

DENTAL TECHNOLOGY TEAM

The International Dental Show 2025 held from March 24th – 29th in
Cologne, Germany was more than just an industry meeting point - it stood IDS 2025 IN NUMBERS
for a joint step forward into a future-looking, increasingly digitalised and
connected dental world. The immense joyful anticipation among the com- • 135,000 visitors from 156 countries
panies, dental practices and laboratories was clearly tangible in the exhibi- • Over 15 percent increase in the number of visitors from the
tion halls: People met people, ideas and solutions were discussed and
exchanged in the course of personal dialogues. Furthermore, a high level of previous edition
internationality characterised the overall picture in the halls - the world- • 2,010 companies from 61 countries
wide dental industry was visibly represented both in terms of the exhibitors • 463 exhibitors from Germany and 1,547 exhibitors from
and the visitors. abroad
In spite of geopolitical uncertainties and economic challenges, the num-
ber of trade visitors rose by more than 15 percent compared to the previous • Total exhibition space spanning 180,000 square metres
event. As such, this year's trade fair demonstrated what is possible when the
industry comes together.
The 41st IDS came to an end with a convincing overall result that not
only exceeded the key figures of IDS 2023, but also confirmed its claim of
being the international benchmark in quality, reach and professional rele-
vance. It became apparent once more: Germany is a key innovation hub of
the dental world - and the trade fair location Cologne serves as an active
driving force for the future of the industry.
Dr. Ajay Sharma, Head of Department of Dental Sciences, Max Smart
Hospital Saket, New Delhi who has been attending IDS for 20 years now
was pleasantly surprised by the huge number of Indian attendees. “The
2025 International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne was a success on all
fronts, with strong growth and international reach. The event emphasized
technological advancements and digital solutions, along with the impor-
tance of professional dialogue and collaboration among dental profession-
als. Additionally the show addressed current challenges such as the promo-
tion of young talent, the lack of skilled labor, sustainability, and the imple-
mentation of artificial intelligence.” he added.
As Dr. Vikas Agarwal, CEO, Dentalkart put it very aptly “IDS Cologne
2025 was an exceptional showcase of dental innovation and global collab-
oration. The emphasis on digital dentistry, sustainability, and AI-driven
CEO Markus Heinz presents Ivoclar's comprehensive portfolio
solutions was remarkable, underscoring how rapidly technology is reshap-
ing our industry. A must-attend event for every dentist and technician aim- dimensions in dentistry. This year too IDS showcased the latest
ing to stay ahead in this evolving landscape.” technologies in dentistry; be it Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Imaging
Pune based dental technician Nikhil Jadhav commented “I have Softwares or even material science for that matter. Now looking forward
been at this trade fair several times in the past and I can say without to IDS 2027 to update my knowledge further with the latest trends and
a doubt that attending this event lights up your mind in all possible technologies.”

PICTURES SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS

The IDS 2025 in Cologne showcased a host of innovations ranging from digital technologies
and their extension in the direction of Cloud computing and Artificial Intelligence. 3D printing and aligner model production was one of the main highlights of IDS 2025