Planet DDS’s 2026 Dental Industry Outlook reports orthodontic case acceptance rose to 68.3% in 2025, but warns that inefficient chair time and treatment coordinator turnover remain key operational challenges.
OrthoPulse and Premier Orthodontic Practices have partnered to offer FDA-cleared near-infrared light therapy at POP-affiliated locations, expanding access to adjunctive treatment technology for orthodontic patients nationwide.
In the age of AI summaries, patient reviews do more than influence perception—they help determine which orthodontic practices appear in search results.
Bentson Copple Patterson & Associates will host a half-day Practice & Career Transition Seminar for orthodontists on April 30, 2026, in Orlando, covering transition strategies, market trends, and practice valuation.
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A federal judge denied Dentsply Sirona’s motion to dismiss a class-action suit alleging it misled investors about doctor oversight and failed to report thousands of Byte-related patient injuries to the FDA.
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Biolux Technology has partnered with Ortho Arch to distribute the OrthoPulse light-accelerated orthodontic device in Canada, expanding local sales, onboarding, and support for Canadian practices.
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DynaFlex has appointed Matt Miller as vice president to strengthen its commercial organization and support growth in orthodontics and dental sleep medicine, the company announced.
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Benco Dental will now distribute Dentsply Sirona’s imaging systems, intraoral scanners, and CEREC chairside systems in the U.S. under an expanded partnership, enhancing access to digital dental technology solutions.
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Lowery will succeed Stanley M Bergman, who will remain as chairman of the board after 35 years as chief executive officer.
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Patrik Eriksson has been named president of Patterson Dental North America, bringing more than two decades of experience in the dental and medical technology sectors.
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SmileSet aligners, retainers, and night guards are now available for tax-free purchase at FSA Store and HSA Store through a new telehealth collaboration with Health-E Commerce.
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The Invisible Orthodontist has appointed Lora Nash-Legrys as chief digital innovation officer to lead its global technology and digital performance initiatives.
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