exocad, an Align Technology company and a leading provider of dental CAD/CAM software, has announced extended programme details for Insights 2026, taking place from 30 Apr to 1 May 2026 in Palma de Mallorca. Under the motto “Calling all heroes”, the global event will bring together dental professionals from around the world for two days of knowledge exchange, product innovation, and high-value clinical and laboratory education.
A strong line-up of international speakers
The expanded 2026 programme will feature leading voices in digital dentistry from both laboratory and clinical fields:
• Dr Alexis Ioannidis, University of Zurich: Exploring communication-driven restorative workflows
• Caroline Kirkpatrick, clinical dental technician: Challenging conventional workflows and encouraging crown and bridge technicians to rethink the potential of removable solutions
• Dr Zhiqiang Luo, University of Michigan School of Dentistry: Addressing the transformative power of the “digital patient” in modern care pathways
• Seth Potter, digital designer and independent certified trainer for exocad: Demonstrating how modern smile design can enhance both treatment acceptance and business growth
• Michaela Sehnert, dentist and “Heroes of digital dentistry” testimonial: Sharing strategies to strengthen patient communication and elevate aesthetic outcomes
• Prof Dr Marco Tallarico, University of Sassari: Presenting an interdisciplinary treatment workflow using exocad ART and exoplan
• Lukas Wichnalek, dental technician: Introducing a standardised method for aesthetic patient data acquisition using TruSmile
Key leadership insights from exocad
The programme will include key sessions from exocad leadership, such as “exocad: What’s new, what’s next”, presented by chief executive officer, Tillmann Steinbrecher, and senior marketing manager, Niloofar Sotouhi, followed by “The inside track: exocad’s take on digital dentistry”, a panel discussion featuring chief technology officer, Maik Gerth, chief commercial officer, Novica Savic, and Steinbrecher.
Exclusive iTero diamond sessions
The Insights programme will also feature exclusive sessions by diamond partner, iTero:
• Dr Christian Coachman, dentist and dental technician: The seven steps towards modern dentistry
• Andrea Piantoni, chief executive officer of IDI Evolution; Massimiliano Rossi, head of strategy and marketing at IDI Evolution; Dr Federico Arosio, dentist; and Zelko Relic, executive vice-president and chief technology officer at Align Technology: Advanced restorative treatment — accelerating remarkable transformations together
Innovation expo, partner sessions and updates
An innovation expo will showcase manufacturers and distributors of dental materials, equipment and CAD/CAM technologies. On day two, diamond, platinum and gold partners will host dedicated sessions to present innovations, clinical cases and product updates, many of which are being launched in conjunction with Insights 2026.
Women in dentistry lunch
Insights 2026 will introduce the inaugural “women in dentistry lunch”, a networking and knowledge-sharing session focused on professional development, leadership and visibility for women in dentistry. The panel, moderated by Christine McClymont, global head of marketing and communications at exocad, will feature Marjorie Andrade, Beth Collington, president of exocad America, and Michaela Sehnert.
Spotlight country 2026: China
For the first time, exocad will introduce a rotating spotlight country concept. In 2026, China will take centre stage, highlighting region-specific innovations, expert insights and dedicated sessions, and celebrating one of the world’s most dynamic digital dentistry markets.
Tickets, evening event, and activities
Team discounts are available for tickets, which include access to lectures, breakout sessions, the innovation expo and the evening celebration “exoGlam night”, as well as a range of new morning activities designed to energise and connect participants.