#23 - Josh Jakson: Recap of exocad Insights 2026

From AI-powered crown design and cloud-based workflows to exocad ART, faster zirconia sintering, and the future of digital dentistry, Rob Norton and Josh Jakson unpack their biggest takeaways from exocad Insights 2026 in Mallorca, Spain. Josh shares firsthand insight into the latest developments inside the exocad ecosystem, including AI Crown workflows, exocad Hub, browser-based design tools, minimally invasive treatment planning, and new innovations shaping the future of dental labs and restorative dentistry. The conversation also explores the growing role of automation, the importance of technician artistry, and how digital workflows are changing collaboration between labs, clinicians, and assistants. Rob and Josh also discuss exocad ART and ortho-restorative treatment planning, cloud-based case collaboration, mobile workflows, advancements in exoPlan 3.3, faster full-arch zirconia workflows, hybrid manufacturing, layered restorations, the technician shortage, and the future of dental technology education for labs, assistants, and clinicians. Whether you're a dental technician, clinician, assistant, or digital dentistry enthusiast, this episode is packed with real-world insight into where the industry is heading next!