How do I get a Covid-pass?

You will receive access to the event with one of the following proofs: Vaccination certificate, Recovery Proof, or Negative test result.

Can I visit the event without a Covid-pass?

No, it’s not possible to visit the event without a valid Covid-pass.

Is there catering at your event?

Yes, the catering is open at our event.

What are the opening hours?

March 9: 13:00 - 20:00, March 10: 10:00 - 20:00, March 11: 10:00 - 17:00.

How can I best stay informed of all developments?

The best way to stay informed is through our social media channels.

Dental Expo Netherlands | TradeShowIntel

Name: Dental Expo Netherlands
Start: 2028-03-09
End: 2028-03-11
Location: Evenementenhal Gorinchem

Notable exhibitors

Companies exhibiting at Dental Expo Netherlands include 3Shape, ABN AMRO Bank N.V., ACTEON, ActieDent and Admetec.

3Shape
ABN AMRO Bank N.V.
ACTEON
ActieDent
Admetec

Event overview

Overview

Dental Expo is the largest independent event in the dental sector in the Netherlands.

It serves as a meeting place for dental professionals, providing opportunities to network, showcase new products, and maintain existing relationships.

The event focuses on development and innovation in the dental field.

TL;DR

1Dates: 9-11 March 2028 at Evenementenhal Gorinchem, Netherlands.
2Scale: One of the largest independent dental events in the Netherlands, bringing together more than 200 exhibitors.
3Audience: Dentists, dental hygienists, practice managers and students from across the Dutch dental sector.
4Programme: Educational seminars plus hands-on practice labs covering treatment units, phantom-head training and instrument techniques.
5Logistics: The venue sits on the A27/A15 with about 2,200 parking spaces, and Gorinchem station is roughly 15 minutes away by bus.

Why visit

Visitors to Dental Expo Netherlands can compare products from more than 200 exhibitors in one hall, covering dental equipment, implants, digital imaging, orthodontic materials and practice management tools. The programme pairs seminars with hands-on practice labs, where you can try scaler techniques and treatment-unit workflows on phantom heads. Gorinchem is straightforward to reach: the venue sits on the A27/A15 with around 2,200 parking spaces, and buses from Gorinchem station arrive in about 15 minutes. Networking is informal, which makes it easy to renew supplier contacts, meet new business relations and see how digital dentistry is developing before committing practice budget.

Why exhibit

Exhibiting at Dental Expo provides companies with direct access to a large audience of dental professionals. Scale: One of the largest independent dental events in the Netherlands, bringing together more than 200 exhibitors. Dental Expo plays a crucial role in connecting dental care professionals with the latest innovations in the industry. It serves as a platform for networking and collaboration, helping to drive advancements in dental technology and practices.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Dentists seeking the latest dental technologies

Dental hygienists looking for continuing education

Dental technicians interested in new materials and equipment

Dental assistants wanting to enhance their skills

Practice managers exploring business solutions

Students in dental programs seeking exposure to the industry

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Manufacturers of dental equipment and supplies

Providers of dental software solutions

Companies specializing in dental education and training

Distributors of dental products

Innovators in dental technology

Consultants for dental practices

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Dental equipment and instruments - chairs, handpieces and treatment units shown on the exhibition floor.

Implants and prosthetics - implant systems, abutments and prosthetic components for restorative work.

Preventive dental care products - hygiene, prophylaxis and patient-care lines.

Dental laboratory materials - materials and consumables for dental labs.

Practice management software - software and services for running a dental practice.

Digital imaging - OPG, CBCT and 3D face-scan systems using direct conversion detectors.

Orthodontics - items such as diamond-coated finishing strips for precise interproximal reduction.

Scalers and instrument handling - ultrasonic and hand scaler systems demonstrated in practice labs.

Hands-on training equipment - treatment units and phantom heads used for workshop training.

Practice management education - courses on management and leadership for practice managers.

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Evenementenhal Gorinchem

Franklinweg 2, 4207 HZ Gorinchem, Netherlands

Attend

Entry & tickets

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

9 March –1:00 PM – 8:00 PM

10 March –1:00 PM – 8:00 PM

11 March –1:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Who runs the show

Organisers

Easyfairs

What's on

Programme

Lecture

Workshop

Event days

13:00–14:00

Typical time

Speakers

Martijn Starre

Start and scale up banker healthcare @ Rabobank

How was it to start as a dentist?

Miran Mir

Dentist

How was it to start as a dentist?

Thursday, Mar 5, 2026

13:00 – 13:30

Hands-on training on treatment units and phantom models

Workshop

Edin Dental Academy

13:30 – 14:00

Financing healthcare innovation

Lecture

Dental Expo Theater

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Exhibitors

200

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

Dental Expo is the largest independent event in the dental sector in the Netherlands. It serves as a meeting place for dental professionals, providing opportunities to network, showcase new products, and maintain existing relationships. The event focuses on development and innovation in the dental field. Dental Expo plays a crucial role in connecting dental care professionals with the latest innovations in the industry. It serves as a platform for networking and collaboration,.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Dentists seeking the latest dental technologies, Dental hygienists looking for continuing education, Dental technicians interested in new materials and equipment, Dental assistants wanting to enhance their skills. Date: March 9-11, 2028. Location: Evenementenhal Gorinchem. Over 200 exhibitors showcasing the latest dental innovations. Networking opportunities with dental professionals. Dental Expo Netherlands attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Exhibiting at Dental Expo provides companies with direct access to a large audience of dental professionals. Dental Expo plays a crucial role in connecting dental care professionals with the latest innovations in the industry. It serves as a platform for networking and collaboration, helping to drive advancements in dental technology and practices. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers of dental equipment and supplies, Providers of dental software solutions, Companies specializing in dental education.

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Netherlands and the wider Benelux dental market — centred on Gorinchem, South Holland, drawing Dutch dental practices, labs, group practices and distributors with cross-border attendance from Belgium and western Germany.

Why it matters

Attending Dental Expo Netherlands on 2028-03-09 to 2028-03-11 in Gorinchem lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Digital buyer journeys

Dental professionals increasingly research products, compare suppliers and book meetings online before they reach the show floor.

Sustainability in procurement

Sustainability criteria are becoming part of purchasing decisions and supplier scorecards at dental trade fairs.

Automation and labour efficiency

Practice and lab managers look for equipment and software that reduce manual work and staffing pressure.

Regional supply-chain resilience

Buyers spread sourcing across Europe and beyond, favouring suppliers with local service and spare parts.

Hybrid engagement models

Live demonstrations stay central, but digital catalogues and follow-up webinars extend supplier contact beyond the show.

European dental trade fair circuit

Book hotels and supplier meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; peer shows in the European dental circuit fall in adjacent months, so a single trip can cover two events.

Dental teams and distributors use a rotating set of European dental fairs to compare equipment, implant systems, imaging and practice software across markets, with Dental Expo Netherlands covering the Dutch and Benelux mid-market.

Pre-show

Confirm exhibitor meetings, demo bookings and product shortlists for Dental Expo Netherlands.

Show week

Hall walk-throughs, live demos on treatment units and imaging systems, and supplier negotiations with Benelux distributors.

Peer events in the European dental calendar, positioned around the same clinical equipment, implantology and practice-management buying cycle as Dental Expo Netherlands.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · EUR

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

AMS

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

The main international gateway for the Netherlands and the widest long-haul choice. Rail alternative: intercity to Rotterdam or Utrecht, then onward train to Gorinchem in about 1 h 35–1 h 50 total, with taxi or bus 387 for the last stretch from Gorinchem station.

~68 km

to venue

55–70 min off-peak via A4 and A15

by car

RTM

Rotterdam The Hague Airport

Closest international airport to the venue but dominated by European short-haul routes. Bus 33 runs to Rotterdam Centraal in about 20 min, then train to Gorinchem via Dordrecht in roughly 40–50 min.

~52 km

to venue

45–55 min via A13 and A15

by car

EIN

Eindhoven Airport

Strong low-cost carrier coverage from across Europe. Airport bus to Eindhoven Centraal plus intercity rail to Gorinchem takes about 1 h 45–2 h with one or two changes.

~78 km

to venue

1 h–1 h 15 via A2, A15 and A27

by car

DUS

Düsseldorf Airport

Consider for German and intercontinental routings that price better into Düsseldorf; the drive crosses at Venlo or via Nijmegen onto the A15 straight to Gorinchem.

~185 km

to venue

2 h–2 h 20 via A57, A77 and A15

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

4-star

Gorinchem, adjacent to the venue

Not yet confirmed

4-star

Gorinchem, A27 corridor

Not yet confirmed

Boutique

Gorinchem

Not yet confirmed

Hotel

Gorinchem

Not yet confirmed

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

Bus

Estimated costEUR 2-4 per single ticket

Best forGorinchem station to Evenementenhal / Griendweg

Bus line 387 and Qbuzz Stadsbuzz 1 serve the venue in about 15 minutes from Gorinchem station; the nearest stop is about 800 m from the halls.

Taxi or ride-hail

Estimated costEUR 10-20 typical metered fare

Best forGorinchem station to Evenementenhal Gorinchem

Roughly a 10 minute drive; convenient with luggage or in wet March weather.

Car and parking

Estimated costEUR 8-11 per day for parking

Best forA27 and A15 to Gorinchem-East

About 2,200 parking spaces surround the venue and the site sits directly on the A27/A15, roughly 5 minutes from the Gorinchem junction.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forAmsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Evenementenhal Gorinchem

55–70 min off-peak via A4 and A15; The main international gateway for the Netherlands and the widest long-haul choice. Rail alternative: intercity to Rotterdam or Utrecht, then onward train to Gorinchem in about 1 h 35–1 h 50 total, with taxi or bus 387 for the last stretch from

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forRotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Evenementenhal Gorinchem

45–55 min via A13 and A15; Closest international airport to the venue but dominated by European short-haul routes. Bus 33 runs to Rotterdam Centraal in about 20 min, then train to Gorinchem via Dordrecht in roughly 40–50 min.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forEindhoven Airport (EIN) to Evenementenhal Gorinchem

1 h–1 h 15 via A2, A15 and A27; Strong low-cost carrier coverage from across Europe. Airport bus to Eindhoven Centraal plus intercity rail to Gorinchem takes about 1 h 45–2 h with one or two changes.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forDüsseldorf Airport (DUS) to Evenementenhal Gorinchem

2 h–2 h 20 via A57, A77 and A15; Consider for German and intercontinental routings that price better into Düsseldorf; the drive crosses at Venlo or via Nijmegen onto the A15 straight to Gorinchem.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa not required

ATA Carnet: check with organiser

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
Schengen short-stay visa for a business visit	Business travellers whose nationality is not visa-exempt for the Schengen area and who travel to the Netherlands for up to 90 days	Not yet confirmed	Apply well before travel; allow several weeks for the appointment and decision

Official visa page

Weather

Gorinchem has a temperate maritime climate (Koppen Cfb). March averages: daytime highs around 10-11 C, night lows around 3 C, with roughly 44-61 mm of rain spread over about 14-17 rainy days. Expect wind and frequent showers; plan for layered clothing and indoor networking.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

The Netherlands has well-developed and widely available mobile internet with fast, reliable connections. Visitors can compare airport SIM cards, local operator prepaid plans and travel eSIM options for data during the show.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Punctuality and direct communication

Dutch business meetings start on time and follow a structured agenda. Colleagues are direct and to the point, so arrive at agreed demo and meeting slots punctually and come prepared with specific questions on pricing, lead times and service contracts.

Tipping and payment

Service charges are included in Dutch restaurant and bar bills. Rounding up or leaving 5–10% is appreciated for good service, and card payment is accepted almost everywhere, including at the venue and in Gorinchem's hotels and cafés.

Dress, greetings and cycling

Dental trade fair dress in the Netherlands is smart business casual — a jacket with open collar is standard. Greetings are with a firm handshake, coffee breaks are informal and used for networking, and bicycles have priority on cycle paths, so watch the bike lanes when walking around Gorinchem.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: AMS

Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Gorinchem; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

Visa

The Netherlands is in the Schengen area. Many nationalities must apply for a short-stay Schengen visa before a business visit, supported by an invitation letter from a Dutch business and the official document checklist; visa-exempt nationalities can travel for short business trips without a visa. Check your own situation on the Dutch government visa check before booking travel.

Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

Processing: Submit the Schengen business visa checklist well before travel and allow several weeks for the appointment and the decision.

Business visit applications under Dutch short-stay rules need a travel purpose of economic interest to the Netherlands, such as consultations or training, and normally an invitation letter plus the required documents. Confirm the current checklist, appointment lead time and fee on the official Netherlands Worldwide and Dutch government visa pages.

Official

Hotels

Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

Check-in (recommended)

2028-03-09

Check-out (recommended)

2028-03-11

Areas to stay

Gorinchem · Gorinchem, A27 corridor · Gorinchem, adjacent to the venue

4 star

Not yet confirmed

4 star

Not yet confirmed

boutique

Not yet confirmed

hotel

Not yet confirmed

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): 55–70 min off-peak via A4 and A15; Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM): 45–55 min via A13 and A15; Eindhoven Airport (EIN): 1 h–1 h 15 via A2, A15 and A27; Düsseldorf Airport (DUS): 2 h–2 h 20 via A57, A77 and A15. Allow road or rail time to Evenementenhal Gorinchem; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Evenementenhal Gorinchem: Gorinchem, adjacent to the venue: Van der Valk Hotel Gorinchem; Gorinchem, A27 corridor: Van der Valk Hotel Gorinchem-A27; Gorinchem: Boutique Hotel Karel de Stoute.

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Gorinchem; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: From Gorinchem railway station, bus line 387 and the Qbuzz Stadsbuzz 1 reach Evenementenhal Gorinchem in about 15 minutes; the nearest bus stop is around 800 m from the venue. Taxis and bicycles are also options from the station.

Parking: On-site parking is available at Evenementenhal Gorinchem; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: March 2028

Temperature: March averages about 10-11 C (50-52 F) by day and around 3 C (37 F) at night in Gorinchem.

Seasonality: Early spring in Gorinchem is cool and changeable: roughly 44-61 mm of rainfall across about 14-17 rainy days in March, with wind and passing showers common.

Packing: Pack windproof and waterproof outer layers, warm mid-layers you can add or remove through the day, and comfortable footwear for wet pavements and cobblestones. A compact rain jacket or umbrella is useful for the walk to the venue.

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Friday 10 March 2028 (day two)

Dental Expo Netherlands runs Thursday 9 to Saturday 11 March 2028, and Friday delivers the best combination of density and access. All exhibitors are fully staffed and demo units are running, the conference programme carries its heaviest day of clinical and practice-management sessions such as the Edin Dental Academy hands-on training and the Dental Expo Theater lectures, and the evening networking window is at its busiest. Thursday is strong for launch news and first-look product announcements but heavily booked for meetings, while Saturday runs shorter hours with lighter exhibitor staffing — useful if your priority is quieter hands-on workshop time rather than supplier negotiations.

Confirm passport validity and visa status — Check Dutch government visa rules; a Schengen business visa needs an invitation letter and the official document checklist if you are not visa-exempt.

Book travel to the Netherlands — Gorinchem is reached via Dutch airports and rail; the venue sits on the A27/A15, about 5 minutes from the Gorinchem junction.

Reserve a hotel near the venue — Van der Valk Hotel Gorinchem is about 300 m from the halls; Boutique Hotel Karel de Stoute is approx. 2.8 km away.

Register online and arrange your badge — Register through the Dental Expo site at dentalexpo.nl and keep the confirmation for badge collection.

Plan meetings with exhibitors — Shortlist suppliers from the exhibitor list and request appointment slots before the show.

Download the programme and hall plan — Review seminar and practice-lab sessions and note hall locations for your priority stands.

Book hands-on workshop places — Practice-lab workshops such as scaler basics fill early, so reserve a slot if your registration allows.

Plan local transport — Bus line 387 and Qbuzz Stadsbuzz 1 connect Gorinchem station to the venue in about 15 minutes; parking is around EUR 8-11 per day.

Pack for a cool, wet March — Expect 10-11 C days, about 3 C nights and frequent showers: bring windproof and waterproof layers and comfortable shoes.

Prepare meeting documents — Bring product shortlists, budget notes and business cards for on-stand discussions.

Arrive and collect your badge — Travel to Gorinchem, check in, and confirm the next-day opening times and entry point at the venue.

Side trips

Rotterdam

Utrecht

Kinderdijk windmills (UNESCO)

Networking spots

Dental Expo Theater

Conference and Lecture Area

Edin Dental Academy hands-on zone

Workshop and Training Area

Exhibition hall catering square

Exhibitor and Visitor Lounge

Van der Valk Hotel Gorinchem bar and restaurant

Off-Site, 300 M From the Venue

Budget

Costs & budget

Build your working budget

Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.

Number of nights

Estimated budget

Live estimate

Per diem × 2€150.00

Estimated total€150.00

This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

visa_fee

visitor · Schengen short-stay business visa

EUR 90 / per person

official

hotel

visitor · mid-range room in Gorinchem

EUR 95–170 / per night

estimate

per_diem

visitor · meals and incidentals

EUR 45–75 / per day

estimate

airport_transfer

visitor · rail, Schiphol Airport to Gorinchem

EUR 25–31 / one way

estimate

taxi

visitor · Gorinchem station to Evenementenhal Gorinchem

EUR 10–20 / one way

estimate

booth_space

exhibitor · shell scheme stand, per square metre

EUR 200–320 / per sqm

estimate

Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status
visa_fee	visitor	Schengen short-stay business visa	EUR 90 / per person	official
hotel	visitor	mid-range room in Gorinchem	EUR 95–170 / per night	estimate
per_diem	visitor	meals and incidentals	EUR 45–75 / per day	estimate
airport_transfer	visitor	rail, Schiphol Airport to Gorinchem	EUR 25–31 / one way	estimate
taxi	visitor	Gorinchem station to Evenementenhal Gorinchem	EUR 10–20 / one way	estimate
booth_space	exhibitor	shell scheme stand, per square metre	EUR 200–320 / per sqm	estimate

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

visit

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Dentists, dental hygienists and practice managers who want to compare equipment, implants, imaging systems and practice software from more than 200 exhibitors and attend hands-on practice labs.

Min. budget

$350.00

Timeline

4-6 weeks for flights, hotel and any visa or invitation letter.

Risks

March hotel demand around Gorinchem can push room rates up if booked late

Schengen visa appointments and document checks can add weeks for non-EU visitors

Popular hands-on workshop slots fill before the show opens

exhibit

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Dental equipment makers, implant and orthodontic suppliers, digital imaging vendors and practice software firms targeting Dutch dental practices and labs.

Min. budget

$2,200.00

Timeline

3-4 months for stand booking, build and freight, with organiser forms due about 70 days before the show.

Risks

Hall allocation and stand position are confirmed by the organiser on a first-come basis

Demo units and treatment equipment need freight and customs planning

Staff travel and hotel rooms near the venue sell out early

skip

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Professionals with no dental purchasing remit this cycle, or those who can only review supplier catalogues online instead of attending.

Min. budget

Not yet confirmed

Timeline

None - use exhibitor catalogues and follow-up webinars instead.

Risks

Missing in-person hands-on training and equipment comparisons

Gallery

Photos

Official imagery from Dental Expo Netherlands

FAQs & glossary

Answers

Frequently asked

Glossary

Covid-pass: A digital certificate required for entry to the event, proving vaccination, recovery, or a negative test result.
Dental Expo: The largest independent event in the dental sector in the Netherlands.
Exhibitor: A company or individual that displays products or services at the event.
Visitor: A professional attending the event to explore products, network, and gain knowledge.
Networking: The act of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional contacts.
Seminar: An educational session at the event where experts share knowledge on specific topics.

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Sources

References

Publishers

Date checked

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