EAS opens seventh annual congress on aligner orthodontics in Brussels
Aligner orthodontists should review the congress agenda at eas-aligners.com for plenary topics and the new Ortho Vision programme on emerging technologies.
The European Aligner Society opened its seventh annual scientific congress in Brussels on 17 April 2026. Over three days, the event brings together orthodontists, manufacturers and researchers to discuss aligner technology innovation and clinical practice, marking a decade since EAS was founded in Vienna in 2016.
Aligner technology and clinical innovation
The congress features AlignerLab 3.0, a dedicated day showcasing the latest advances in aligner technology through Innovation Lab presentations and workshops led by sponsoring companies. The main scientific programme delivers two days of plenary lectures, short communication sessions and coverage of contemporary clinical strategies and recent developments in aligner orthodontics. A new Ortho Vision programme on Saturday highlights emerging orthodontic companies and their innovations, aiming to connect technology providers with clinicians, researchers and industry partners to advance treatment outcomes and patient experience.
Practice leadership and professional development
The Practice Excellence Track targets clinical teams, combining science, management and teamwork to develop leadership, team coordination and operational efficiency in aligner-focused practices. EAS positions the congress as the primary continuing professional development event for aligner orthodontists and allied professionals across Europe and beyond. Since 2016, the society has hosted congresses in Venice, Malta, Porto, Turin, Valencia, Rhodes and Seattle, building an international community focused on raising awareness of aligner treatment effectiveness and establishing high clinical standards underpinned by research.
Frequently asked questions
When and where is the EAS seventh congress?
The European Aligner Society opened its seventh annual congress in Brussels on 17 April 2026, running for three days. More information is available at www.eas-aligners.com/eas-7-congress-agenda.
What is AlignerLab 3.0 at EAS7?
AlignerLab 3.0 is a dedicated day at the congress presenting the latest innovations in aligner technology through Innovation Lab presentations and workshops led by sponsoring companies.
What is the Practice Excellence Track?
The Practice Excellence Track is a congress programme designed for clinical teams that combines science, management and teamwork to strengthen leadership, team coordination and operational excellence in aligner-focused practices.
What is the new Ortho Vision programme?
Ortho Vision is a new Saturday programme highlighting emerging, innovative orthodontic companies and their technologies. It aims to foster collaboration between technology providers and the EAS community of clinicians, researchers and industry partners.
How long has the European Aligner Society been running congresses?
EAS was founded in 2016, holding its inaugural meeting in Vienna. The seventh congress in 2026 marks a decade of annual congresses held in cities including Venice, Malta, Porto, Turin, Valencia, Rhodes and Seattle.
