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Dentsply Sirona offers new on-demand Aligner Course Series

CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: The Aligner Course Series is an on-demand programme designed to equip dental practitioners with the knowledge and skills needed to ...

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Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting: vVARDIS showcases oral care solutions for orthodontic patients

CHICAGO, US: Additional oral hygiene measures are usually recommended to supplement daily toothbrushing in orthodontic patients because they are prone to ...

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3D-printing acquisition may help Align Technology to break the mould

SAN JOSE, Calif., US: Align Technology has completed its acquisition of Cubicure, a polymer specialist and pioneer of direct 3D-printing technology based in...

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SmileDirectClub leaves patients in the lurch

HOUSTON, Texas: The self-proclaimed democratiser of orthodontic care, SmileDirectClub (SDC) has abruptly shuttered its global business after less than ten ...

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Predictable aesthetic success with a digital workflow

Dentists today are living during exciting times when advancements in materials, techniques and diagnostics allow us to predictably improve the quality of ...

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Introducing Tru-Tain DX: Pioneering the future of aligner materials

In the ever-evolving field of orthodontics, advancements in technology continue to revolutionize the way we approach teeth straightening. Among the ...

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Align Technology opens 2024 annual research programme to advance orthodontic care

TEMPE, Ariz., US: Align Technology has announced the opening of its 2024 annual research award programme to support clinical and scientific dental research ...

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Study raises concerns about AI in remote monitoring of clear aligner therapy

BOSTON, US: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in remote monitoring for clear aligner therapy is becoming increasingly popular and promising greater ...

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Drop in orthodontic case starts spooks Align Technology investors

SAN JOSE, Calif., US: The world’s largest clear aligner treatment provider has alerted investors to a substantial slowdown in new orthodontic appointments...

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In the laboratory: Automation rules the future of 3D printing

NEOLab, located in Andover in Massachusetts in the US, is the largest privately owned orthodontic laboratory in the country. With more than 45 years in ...

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SmileDirectClub files for bankruptcy

HOUSTON, US: The flag-bearer for at-home clear aligner therapy has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US, signalling a potential shake-up in...

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“We strive to go BEYOND”

Caring for the environment requires more than providing sustainable products and dentists are looking to manufacturers for leadership in ethical, inclusive,...

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A predictable orthodontic digital workflow

For years, orthodontic practices like mine had to rely on different providers for the latest digital technology. One company provided the scanner, another ...

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COVID-19 pandemic had both positive and negative consequences for orthodontists

RICHMOND, Va., US: No orthodontic clinician in the world was left unaffected by the extreme adaptation to practice and procedure required during the ...

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Spark Clear Aligners announces key clinical updates and doctor-driven innovations in Release 14

Brea, Calif. (Aug. 8, 2023) – Ormco Corporation announces the highly anticipated Spark Clear Aligners Release 14. Release 14 continues Spark’s ...

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Agreement frees thousands of clear aligner patients from non‑disclosure agreements

WASHINGTON, US: Patients who are unhappy with their orthodontic treatment must be allowed to speak out about it and file complaints if necessary. This was ...

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Align Technology is an official sponsor of this year’s Super Bowl

TEMPE, Ariz., US: As part of the effort to increase awareness of its Invisalign brand among football fans worldwide, Align Technology has become an official...

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3D-printing start-up promises 100-fold reduction in print times

BOULDER, US: After raising an astounding US$1.3 million (€1.24 million) in a seed funding round, Vitro3D will take its place as a commercial rival in ...

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Addressing smile aesthetics with digital orthodontic planning and treatment: A case report

In an era where aesthetics and beauty dominate in advertisement, social media and many other aspects of our everyday lives, patients are actively involved ...

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Clear aligner company uLab Systems included in list of fastest-growing US companies

MEMPHIS, Tenn., US: The young orthodontic company uLab Systems has been recognised as one of the fastest-growing private enterprises in the US for 2022. The...

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A new era in orthodontics presents exceptional opportunity

During 30 years of practice, I’ve lived through more than a couple of eras in orthodontics. Each one has presented us with new challenges and new ...

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American Association of Orthodontists highlights health and financial risks of mail-order orthodontics

Mail-order orthodontic treatment that is promoted as “easy” and “affordable” is leading to many patients seeking help in-office by trained ...

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Aspen Dental introduces aligner system that gives patients tray on first day

CHICAGO, Ill., USA: In a clearly distinctive move to make perfect smiles easy and accessible, Aspen Dental Management Inc. (ADMI) is launching Motto, a new,...

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Excellence made easy: A Story of ContacEZ innovation

More than 30 years ago, Dr. Daniel S. Kim, then a young prosthodontist in training, was assigned a patient who had lost a crown. Kim found that the dentin ...

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