Digital dentistry, innovation and networking in Mallorca — exocad Insights 2026

Introduction

PALMA DE MALLORCA, Spain — The fifth edition of exocad Insights convened the global digital-dentistry community in Palma de Mallorca under the theme “Calling All Heroes.” Organised by exocad, an Align Technology company, the meeting combined clinical and technical education, software demonstrations and partner showcases with structured networking and informal community events. The programme emphasised collaboration between laboratories and clinics, minimally invasive approaches and workflow efficiency in contemporary restorative and prosthetic practice.

What took place

The two‑day conference at the Palau de Congressos de Palma offered keynote lectures, partner sessions and hands‑on opportunities. Event features included:

• Keynote and partner presentations covering digital workflows and restorative concepts.
• Software demonstrations and an on‑site “exocad expert corner” where company specialists addressed practical user questions.
• A large innovation exhibition with strategic partner companies displaying CAD/CAM systems, machining equipment and dental materials.
• New initiatives and community programming such as an inaugural Women in dentistry lunch, a country spotlight programme (2026 focus: China), on‑site podcast recordings, beach tai chi and a fun run.
• Social events culminating in an exoGlam rooftop evening, plus awards and recognition moments honoring industry achievements.

Christine McClymont, global head of marketing and communications at exocad, hosted the event and welcomed attendees. exocad management represented at the charity booth included Maik Gerth (CTO), Novica Savic (CCO) and Tillmann Steinbrecher (CEO).

Key presentations and sessions

The Diamond partner sessions and speaker programme highlighted clinical and laboratory perspectives on modern digital restorative care. Notable sessions and presenters included:

• Dr Christian Coachman (Brazil) opened the second day and delivered a Diamond partner presentation titled “The seven steps towards modern dentistry.”
• An Advanced Restorative Treatment (ART) Diamond partner session featuring Andrea Piantoni, Massimiliano Rossi of IDI Evolution and Italian dentist Dr Federico Arosio.
• Dental technician Lukas Wichnalek (Mexico/Germany) presented “One vision, one smile: Creating esthetic benchmarks through global lab–dentist synergy,” illustrating laboratory‑clinic collaboration for aesthetic outcomes.
• The Women in dentistry lunch included a panel with Marjorie Andrade (dental technician and digital nomad), Beth Collington (President of exocad America), practice owner Michaela Sehnert, and moderator Christine McClymont, addressing professional development, leadership and visibility for women in the field.

Relevance for dental practice

exocad Insights 2026 combined technical education with practical exchanges between clinicians, technicians and industry partners. The event reinforced several themes of relevance to contemporary practice: integration of laboratory and clinical workflows, adoption of minimally invasive restorative strategies, and ongoing education around CAD/CAM software capabilities. The expert corner and partner exhibition provided direct access to product demonstrations and implementation questions that can inform practice and lab workflows.

Context and scope

The meeting positioned itself as an international forum for cross‑border knowledge exchange, exemplified by a country spotlight initiative (China, 2026) and a broad partner presence. The programme also expanded into professional development and community building with sessions addressing leadership and visibility for women in dentistry and informal activities designed to foster networking. The report of the event summarises the programme content and participants but does not provide quantitative attendance figures or clinical outcome data.

SOURCE

https://www.dental-tribune.com/news/digital-dentistry-innovation-and-networking-in-mallorca-exocad-insights-2026/