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Thank you for your IPS e.max cases – we look forward to reviewing them.
Do you make your patients smile?
If yes, we’d love to see your work!
Changing people’s lives for the better by giving them back their smile – that’s our mission, and above all, it’s yours. With the Ivoclar Smile Award, we want to make these stories visible. As a dental technician or dentist, you have the opportunity to show us how you’ve made a positive impact on your patients’ lives.
The Ivoclar Smile Award stands for excellence in dentistry – from timeless materials to digital solutions. It honors work that combines esthetics, precision and innovative spirit. What unites all winners? They create real value with passion. Share your best IPS e.max case and secure your chance to win the Ivoclar Smile Award.
Because our motto is: Making People Smile!
And by that, we don’t just mean your patients – we mean you, too. Because we want you to enjoy your work and celebrate long-term success with IPS e.max.
Timeline
Submission Start
Nov 1st 2025
Submission Deadline extended to
May 15th 2026
Jury Voting
May/June 2026
Announcement of finalists
June 2026
Celebration of the winners
August 2026
Ivoclar Smile Award 2026 for IPS e.max
For the 2026 edition, the spotlight falls on IPS e.max, an all-ceramic material family has set important standards and driven innovation in minimally invasive treatment approaches for years, significantly improving patient care. With survival rates of over 95% after up to 17 years, the IPS e.max family also stands out for its long-term clinical success.
The Ivoclar Smile Award 2026 aims to showcase how IPS e.max has positively transformed patients’ lives around the world.
IPS e.max – all ceramic, all you need!
Two categories – one mission:
We celebrate excellence in two exciting categories: One honors experienced teams of dental technicians and dentists who join forces to demonstrate their expertise in quality and esthetics.
The other highlights young talents under 30 who impress with creativity and passionate motivation.
No matter the path – the goal is the same: Making people smile.
Proven Masters
Team up: dentist and technician
Experienced individuals with a track record of excellence and deep expertise
Rising Talents
For dental technicians below age of 30
Emerging professionals/specialists with fresh perspectives and strong potential
Prizes & Recognition
Celebrate Dental Excellence in Mexico 2026
Finalists not only compete for attractive prizes – they will also be invited to the Ivoclar LATAM Symposium in Mexico in August 2026, taking the spotlight at the official Award Ceremony.
Share your best IPS e.max case and join the Ivoclar Smile Award.
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