Digital buyer journeys
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Event overview
Overview
The Glasgow Study Day is Scotland's largest one-day dental event, regularly attracting nearly 400 members of the dental team, students, and trade representatives. This year's event will feature renowned speakers and cover various topics in dentistry, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities.
Glasgow Study Day takes place in Glasgow, UK. Venue: Scottish Event Campus (SEC).
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Glasgow Study Day takes place on 4 December 2026 in Glasgow, UK.
- 2Scale and Focus: Scotland's largest one-day dental event, attracting nearly 400 dental professionals.
- 3Organiser: Hosted by CGDent Scotland, dedicated to enhancing dental practice standards.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include dentists, dental students, and trade representatives.
- 5Entry: Special rates available for CGDent members and recent graduates.
Why visit
The Glasgow Study Day is Scotland's largest one-day dental event, regularly attracting nearly 400 members of the dental team, students, and trade representatives. Attendees include dentists, dental students, and trade representatives.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will gain visibility among key dental professionals and have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a targeted audience, enhancing their market presence. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Dental technology companies showcasing innovative solutions., Suppliers of dental equipment and materials., Educational institutions offering dental training programs.. Position your offer across dental equipment and technology for practitioners.,.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
General dental practitioners and associates in NHS Scotland and private practice, attending for verified clinical CPD.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists updating periodontal, preventive and direct-access care skills.
Dental nurses and practice team members looking for decontamination, radiography and chairside updates.
Dental students and dental foundation trainees building CPD records and first supplier contacts.
Practice owners and practice managers comparing equipment, materials, software and practice-service suppliers.
Community dental service and hospital dental clinicians working across Scotland.
Dental care professionals and practice staff from the north of England and Northern Ireland for whom Glasgow is a straightforward travel day.
Trade and supplier representatives staffing the accompanying dental exhibition.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Dental chair, delivery unit and surgery equipment distributors demonstrating chairside hardware.
Dental materials and consumables suppliers covering composites, bonding agents, endodontics and impression materials.
Decontamination and infection-control suppliers of autoclaves, washer-disinfectors and handpiece maintenance systems aligned to Scottish decontamination guidance.
Dental imaging and digital workflow vendors: intraoral scanners, sensors, CBCT and practice management software.
Dental laboratories and prosthetics providers quoting crown, bridge, denture and aligner work to practices.
Professional services exhibitors: dental indemnity providers, specialist accountancy, recruitment and patient finance.
Postgraduate education providers, dental publishers and CPD platform suppliers.
Hygiene and periodontal product companies showing ultrasonic scalers, prophylaxis and preventive ranges.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Surgery equipment: dental chairs, delivery units, operating lights, suction and compressors.
Infection prevention and decontamination: autoclaves, washer-disinfectors, handpiece servicing and compliance documentation.
Restorative materials: composites, bonding agents, glass ionomers, matrices and polishing systems.
Endodontics: rotary files, apex locators, irrigants, obturation systems and magnification.
Imaging and diagnostics: intraoral scanners, intraoral sensors, CBCT, radiography accessories and imaging software.
Practice management software, patient communication tools and digital record keeping.
Hygiene and periodontal instruments: ultrasonic scalers, hand instruments, prophylaxis and air-polishing.
Practice services: indemnity, accountancy, recruitment, patient finance and practice sales.
CPD and postgraduate training resources for the whole dental team.
Location & Facilities
Venue
Scottish Event Campus (SEC)
Scottish Event Campus (SEC), Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Facilities
Parking
Scottish Event Campus (SEC) in Glasgow typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: City-centre parking in Glasgow includes NCP car parks such as Glasgow King Street and pre-bookable spaces listed on JustPark and Parkopedia; daytime rates vary by operator, so pre-book where possible.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Scottish Event Campus (SEC) for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Who runs the show
Organisers
CGDent Scotland (CGDSCOT CIC)
Organiser
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Glasgow, UK
Why it matters
On 2026-12-04 to 2026-12-04, Glasgow Study Day in Glasgow covering Dental equipment and technology for practitioners., Educational resources for dental professionals., Dental materials an gives technology buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · GBP
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Glasgow Airport
The closest international airport for the Glasgow conference. Airport bus services and taxis run to the centre; rail connections continue from Glasgow Central. Confirm current operators and times on the Glasgow Airport site
TBA
to venue
Approx. 15-25 minutes to the city centre depending on traffic
by car
Edinburgh Airport
A useful alternative when Glasgow flights are full or expensive. Take the tram or bus to Edinburgh Gateway or Haymarket, then rail to Glasgow Queen Street
TBA
to venue
Approx. 60-80 minutes by road or rail connection
by car
Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Serves a limited set of routes; check whether your carrier flies there before booking, as the onward transfer is longer than from GLA
TBA
to venue
Approx. 40-50 minutes by road, longer by rail with a change
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Premier Inn Glasgow Stepps (M80, J3)
budget
Stepps, north-east of Glasgow city centre4.1
USD 95–122 / night
Free parking on site; motorway access via M80 junction 3.
Premier Inn Glasgow (Cambuslang/M74, J2A)
budget
Cambuslang, south-east of Glasgow city centre4.2
USD 95–122 / night
Free parking; M74 junction 2A access.
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Riverside by IHG
budget
Glasgow City Riverside4.2
USD 95–122 / night
Free cancellation; pet-friendly.
Holiday Inn Glasgow City Theatreland by IHG
midscale
Theatreland, central Glasgow4.3
USD 150–190 / night
Free cancellation; free Wi-Fi.
voco Grand Central Glasgow by IHG
upscale
Central Glasgow4.4
USD 150–202 / night
Free cancellation; pet-friendly.
Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa
luxury
Blythswood Square, central Glasgow4.5
USD 230–265 / night
Free cancellation; spa and hot tub.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Airport bus
Estimated costGBP 2.50-5.50 single Tube or tram journey
Best forGlasgow Airport (GLA) to Glasgow city centre
Dedicated airport bus services run between Glasgow Airport and the city centre; see Glasgow Airport's official to-and-from bus page for current routes and times.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. GBP taxi/rideshare from GLA to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forGlasgow Airport (GLA) to Scottish Event Campus (SEC)
Taxi ranks at the airport terminal; journey covers the short motorway run into the city.
Subway and bus
Estimated costGBP 2.50-5.50 single Tube or tram journey
Best forWithin Glasgow (SPT network)
Glasgow Subway and bus network operated under Strathclyde Partnership for Transport; use for city-centre to venue movement.
Rail
Estimated costGBP 9-20 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forGlasgow Central / Queen Street stations to city districts
National rail services arrive at Glasgow Central and Queen Street; onward local travel by bus, subway or taxi.
Weather
Glasgow in early December is winter: expect cold, often wet and windy conditions with short daylight hours. Pack a waterproof outer layer and warm layers, and allow extra time for travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
UK mobile networks offer prepaid SIM and eSIM options for visitors; venue Wi‑Fi availability varies - confirm with the organiser.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
Smart casual is typical at UK trade shows unless meetings require formal attire.
Arrival
Arrive early on day one for badge collection and venue orientation.
Winter daylight
Early December in Glasgow has short daylight hours; plan evening travel between hotels and the SEC with that in mind.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Glasgow; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Glasgow Airport: Approx. 15-25 minutes to the city centre depending on traffic; Edinburgh Airport: Approx. 60-80 minutes by road or rail connection; Glasgow Prestwick Airport: Approx. 40-50 minutes by road, longer by rail with a change. Allow road or rail time to Scottish Event Campus (SEC); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Scottish Event Campus (SEC): Stepps, north-east of Glasgow city centre: Premier Inn Glasgow Stepps (M80, J3); Cambuslang, south-east of Glasgow city centre: Premier Inn Glasgow (Cambuslang/M74, J2A); Glasgow City Riverside: Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Riverside by IHG.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Glasgow; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Glasgow's public transport is coordinated by Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT), covering the Subway, bus and rail links. Use SPT for ticket and route information; Glasgow City Council also publishes public transport guidance. Glasgow Central and Queen Street are the main national rail terminals.
Parking: Glasgow parking is available through operators including NCP (for example NCP Glasgow King Street) and pre-bookable spaces via JustPark from around GBP 4.50-4.70 per day in the city centre area. Parkopedia and Glasgow City Council guidance list car parks, street parking and private garages. Confirm event-day availability and tariffs before travelling.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: December 2026
Temperature: Daytime highs typically 6-8 C with overnight lows around 1-3 C; frost is possible and snow is occasional rather than typical. Wind chill near the Clyde makes it feel colder than the thermometer suggests, so plan for a coat rather than a light jacket.
Seasonality: Early December is one of Glasgow's wettest and darkest periods: rain on roughly half of the days, often as short heavy showers driven by wind, and daylight only from about 08:30 to 15:45. Carry a waterproof outer layer, allow buffer time for weather-related transport delays, and plan indoor options for any spare hours before or after the conference.
Packing: Glasgow in early December is winter: expect cold, often wet and windy conditions with short daylight hours. Pack a waterproof outer layer and warm layers, and allow extra time for travel.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Glasgow Study Day usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm your delegate place on cgdentscot.org.uk and check whether the rate is member, non-member, DCP or student, plus the cancellation terms.
T-2
Block 4 December 2026 in the practice diary and arrange clinical cover or reschedule patients for the full day, not just the morning.
T-3
Book rail into Glasgow Central or Queen Street, or a flight to Glasgow (GLA), preferring flexible or refundable tickets for December weather risk.
T-4
Reserve a Glasgow hotel and check the cancellation window; Premier Inn Stepps and Cambuslang plus Holiday Inn Express City Riverside are the budget starting points, with Theatreland and Central options for a shorter walk.
T-5
Download the draft lecture programme and mark the sessions that map to gaps in your GDC CPD record, such as restorative, periodontal, decontamination or compliance topics.
T-6
Send any dietary or accessibility requirements to the organiser, since the day includes a two-course lunch.
T-7
Plan the final leg to the venue: airport bus or taxi from GLA, or subway, bus or taxi from Central or Queen Street, and note the walking route.
T-8
Pre-book city-centre parking through NCP or JustPark if driving, and check event-day tariffs rather than assuming venue parking.
T-9
Pack for a Glasgow December: waterproof shell, warm layers, comfortable shoes, notebook and charged phone or tablet for notes.
T-10
Recheck train or flight status and the venue address on the organiser site, and set an alarm that allows buffer time for weather delays.
T-11
Collect your CPD attendance certificate or confirmation at registration and file it straight into your GDC CPD record while the hours are fresh.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at the venue
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Glasgow Study Day registration concourse
the venue
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
the venue
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights£190.00
- Per diem × 2£150.00
Estimated total£340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Glasgow Study Day fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Glasgow Study Day, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Dental equipment and technology for practitioners. solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Glasgow Study Day in Glasgow.
Min. budget
$536.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Dental equipment and technology for practitioners. products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,412.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Glasgow show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is the CGDent Scotland dental conference in Glasgow?
It is a one-day dental CPD meeting held in Glasgow on 4 December 2026, organised under the College of General Dentistry Scotland domain cgdentscot.org.uk. The published format combines 5.75 hours of CPD lectures, a two-course lunch and a trade exhibition for the Scottish dental team. Check the organiser site for the final programme and venue address.
How many CPD hours does the day give me?
The published format lists 5.75 hours of CPD lectures. When you register, ask whether those hours are certified as verifiable CPD and keep the certificate with your GDC CPD record, since the lecture total is the part of the day that counts towards your registration.
How do I register and what does it cost?
Registration is handled through cgdentscot.org.uk. The 2026 delegate fee is not stated in the sources available here, so check the organiser booking page for member, non-member, DCP and student rates, and for any early-booking deadline before you commit to travel.
Who is the conference aimed at?
The whole dental team: general dental practitioners and associates, hygienists, therapists, dental nurses, practice managers and dental students, plus foundation dentists in their first year of practice. The exhibition side also serves practice owners comparing equipment, materials and software suppliers.
Can dental students and dental care professionals attend?
Yes. Conferences in this format are open to registered dental care professionals and students as well as dentists, and separate DCP and student rates are commonly published. Confirm the applicable rate and any proof of registration required on the organiser booking page.
What is included in the delegate fee?
The published format includes the CPD lecture programme and a two-course lunch. Refreshments, parking and any social element should be confirmed with the organiser, and dietary requirements are best flagged at the point of booking.
How do I get to the venue from Glasgow Airport?
Glasgow Airport (GLA) sits west of the city and is linked to the centre by dedicated airport bus services, taxi and onward rail connections from Glasgow Central. Allow buffer time in December for weather and traffic, and check the Glasgow Airport to-and-from pages for current operators and times.
Should I travel by train instead?
If you are coming from elsewhere in Scotland or the north of England, rail into Glasgow Central or Queen Street is usually the simplest option, with onward bus, subway or taxi to the venue. Book flexible tickets where possible because December weather can disrupt services.
Where should I stay in Glasgow?
Budget options include Premier Inn Glasgow Stepps, Premier Inn Glasgow Cambuslang and Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Riverside; midscale and upscale choices include Holiday Inn Glasgow City Theatreland, voco Grand Central and Kimpton Blythswood Square. Rates rise in December, so book early and check cancellation terms.
Is there parking at or near the venue?
Glasgow city-centre parking is available through operators such as NCP and pre-bookable spaces via JustPark, with day rates in the region of a few pounds to low double figures. Confirm event-day tariffs and whether the venue itself has delegate parking before driving in.
Will the lectures be recorded or available afterwards?
Recording and post-event access are not stated in the sources available here. If you cannot attend in person, ask the organiser directly whether slides, recordings or a repeat session will be offered.
What should I wear and what is the weather like?
Dress is professional or smart casual. Early December in Glasgow is cold, wet and windy with short daylight hours, so a waterproof outer layer, warm layers and comfortable shoes for walking between station, hotel and venue are sensible.
Can my company exhibit or sponsor?
The event includes a trade exhibition alongside the lecture programme, which is how dental suppliers reach delegates. Contact the organiser through cgdentscot.org.uk for stand availability, sponsorship options and exhibitor terms.
Glossary
- CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
- The learning dental professionals must record to stay on the GDC register. A one-day conference such as this Glasgow meeting supplies a concentrated block of lecture hours that can be logged against the annual CPD requirement.
- Verifiable CPD
- CPD with clear aims, outcomes and evidence of participation, which the GDC expects registrants to record. Delegates should ask for a certificate stating the hours and whether the lectures count as verifiable when booking.
- GDC (General Dental Council)
- The UK regulator of dentists, hygienists, therapists, nurses and other dental care professionals. It sets the CPD and standards requirements that make a day like this relevant to registration.
- DCP (Dental Care Professional)
- Collective term for registered team members other than dentists, including hygienists, therapists, nurses, technicians and clinical dental technicians. Many conferences publish separate DCP delegate rates.
- GDP (General Dental Practitioner)
- A dentist delivering general primary care dentistry, usually in a high-street practice. GDPs are the core audience for clinical update lectures and materials exhibitions.
- NHS Scotland primary care dentistry
- Scottish NHS general dental services, remunerated through the Statement of Dental Remuneration item-of-service system rather than the UDA contract used in England. Scottish practitioners attend for updates that fit that system.
- SDR (Statement of Dental Remuneration)
- The Scottish arrangement listing NHS dental treatments and the fees payable for them. Practice owners and associates keep an eye on SDR changes, which often surface in conference policy updates.
- SHTM 01-05 / decontamination guidance
- Scottish health technical guidance on decontamination in dental practice, covering cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation of instruments. Suppliers at the exhibition typically align autoclave and washer-disinfector claims to it.
- Dental foundation training
- The supervised first year of practice for newly qualified dentists in Scotland. Foundation dentists attend conferences for CPD, peer contact and a first look at equipment and materials suppliers.
- Direct access
- The arrangement allowing patients to see a hygienist or therapist without a dentist first examining them. It shapes how hygiene and therapy delegates choose instruments, recall protocols and patient communication tools.
- Intraoral scanner
- A handheld device that captures digital impressions for crowns, bridges, aligners and dentures, replacing some impression materials. Scanner vendors use dental exhibitions for hands-on demonstrations.
- Indemnity cover
- Professional protection against claims arising from clinical work. Indemnity providers exhibit because delegates review cover levels when changing roles or practice arrangements.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Glasgow Study Day 2026
- Glasgow UK
- Dental equipment and technology for practitioners
- Educational resources for dental professionals
- Dental materials and supplies for various procedures
- Software solutions for dental practice management
- Trade show B2B Trade Expo Glasgow
- Dental equipment and technology for practitioners.
- digital transformation expo
- Glasgow technology expo 2026
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