An evolution of the Createch Symposium
Innovation without limits:
Shaping the future of dentistry
22 – 23 May 2026 | Kursaal in San Sebastián, Spain
A milestone worth sharing
This year, we celebrate a defining milestone: 20 years of Createch innovation and the 5th edition of an event that has become a benchmark for inspiration, knowledge, and progress in our industry. For two decades, we’ve grown alongside a community that believes in excellence, collaboration, and the power of continuous evolution.
The 2026 edition marks the beginning of a new chapter. While we honor our journey, we will also reveal a new beginning – an evolution designed to strengthen our legacy and elevate the spirit that brought us here. Along this journey, we are proud to count on the collaboration of Straumann Lab Academy, whose expertise adds even more value to this year's experience with the 3rd EMEA Dental Lab Summit. More than a celebration, this is the future unfolding. Join us.
Program
This special edition is designed to inspire, inform and support your daily Lab and Clinical work. Across impactful keynotes and meaningful discussions, the focus is on practical relevance, fresh ideas and forward-looking perspectives that reflect both our legacy and the future we are shaping.
| Time | What | |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | Bus to the Kursaal from associated hotels | |
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Registration | |
| 09:00 – 09:15 | Welcome and presentation | Xabier Egurbide & Izaskun Guardiola and Gonçalo Pinto & Julian Lorenzen |
| 09:15 – 09:45 | Digital transformation for the new dentistry era | Xabier Egurbide & EMEA TEAM |
| 09:45 – 10:35 | Collaboration between lab & clinic in a fully digital restoration | Mona Eide-Gast & Toril Mørch Knutzen |
| 10:35 – 11:25 | Complex designs for full arch restorations for better clinical outcomes | Vincent Fehmer |
| 11:25 – 11:55 | Coffee break & innovation kiosks | |
| 11:55 – 12:45 | TBC | |
| 12:45 – 13:30 | What laboratories see that others miss | Leif Svensson |
| 13:30 – 14:15 | Lunch break & innovation kiosks | |
| 14:15 – 15:00 | Stress, pay and the things we don't say: chronicles of an imposter vol. 2 | Nina Frketin |
| 15:00 – 15:50 | Guided surgery: The importance of precision |
TBC |
| 15:50 – 16:35 | Dental technician to entrepreneur – running a successful business in a changing industry | Ashley Byrne |
| 16:35 – 17:10 | Q&A session | |
| 17:10 – 17:15 | Closing of day 1 | |
| 18:00 | Bus back to the hotels | |
| 20:15 | Bus to the networking event venue from associated hotels | |
| 20:30 | Symposium networking event | |
| 00:00 | Bus back to the hotels |
| Time | What | |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 | Bus to the Kursaal from associated hotels | |
| 09:00 – 09:15 | Opening second day | |
| 09:15 – 10:00 | The role of 3D printing in today's dental laboratorys | Bogdan Bulić |
| 10:00 – 10:50 | AI in dentistry: Smilecloud & digital workflow | Stefan Scholz |
| 10:50 – 11:40 | Digital lab management: Turning CAD/CAM complexity into efficiency | Vanda Santos |
| 11:40 – 12:00 | Coffee break & innovation kiosks | |
| 12:00 – 12:45 | TBC | |
| 12:45 – 13:10 | Q&A session | |
| 13:10 – 13:15 | Closing of the event | |
| 13:15 –14:30 | Lunch break & innovation kiosks |
Speakers
Renowned experts, industry leaders and best-in-class creative dental professionals will share their insights, experience and approaches, offering content that sparks ideas and helps elevate your daily work.
Ticket and Networking Event
Secure your place and join us for an inspiring experience. Your ticket provides full access to the entire program, including all sessions designed to inform, connect, and inspire throughout the congress.
In addition, enjoy the Networking Event. Meet and connect with peers and colleagues from across the industry and share an evening featuring great food, music, and entertainment in a relaxed atmosphere.
Ticket price: EUR 199
Early bird price until 15 March 2026: EUR 149
(Includes 1.5 days of congress participation, networking dinner and VAT)
straumann Lab Academy
A partner for the future of dental laboratories
The Straumann Lab Academy supports dental labs in navigating change and building long-term success. Through education, exchange and hands-on learning, we help lab businesses make the most of digital innovation and proven best practices.
Practical inspiration through events, courses and training experiences
Focus on real-world application, efficiency and sustainable growth
Built on four strategic pillars
Product Innovation: Digital workflow innovation, platform & service innovation and business innovation
RECAP 2024
The 20th Createch anniversary and 5th edition of our event marks a major milestone. After some remarkable editions with outstanding speakers and impactful sessions, this year we return to San Sebastián on 22 & 23 May with the ambition to make it unforgettable.
We want to honour the success of 2024 while elevating the experience with forward-looking insights, key industry experts, and the first subtle hints of our upcoming brand identity. In partnership with Straumann Lab Academy, attendees will enjoy high-value learning moments, meaningful exchanges, and a dynamic environment where innovation meets collaboration.
Between sessions, participants will connect with peers, discover the latest advancements, and enjoy the unique atmosphere and gastronomy of San Sebastián.
This edition celebrates our legacy – and opens the door to our future.
Highlights of past editions:
22 – 23 May 2026 | Kursaal in San Sebastián, Spain
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