Solventum has appointed Dr Parag Kachalia as global clinical evidence director for its digital platforms, where he will oversee clinical advisory strategies and scientific integration. Bringing 25 years of experience in clinical practice, academia, and dental technology, Kachalia aims to enhance digital workflows and support clinician decision-making worldwide.
The company maintained its full-year financial outlook and reported progress on its growth plan, despite a 13.2% sales decline in its orthodontic and implant segment.
Orca Dental AI and Planet DDS have partnered to integrate the AI-powered CephX imaging suite into the Cloud 9 practice management platform, bringing automated 2D and 3D radiographic reporting to orthodontists.
Smile Doctors secured $125 million in growth capital and reported double-digit growth in early 2026, with 591 supported locations and plans to surpass 600 locations by year-end, according to the company.
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Universal Orthodontic Lab has named Dr Ryo Hamanaka chief clinical officer and head of its Experimental Applications Group, overseeing clinical strategy and development of new orthodontic solutions.
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Young Innovations has named Rebecca Whitney chief executive officer, effective July 1, 2026. Whitney brings more than 25 years of medical technology leadership experience to oversee strategy and operations across the dental portfolio.
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Align Technology will appoint Kevin Conroy as chairman of the board effective July 1, 2026, succeeding C Raymond Larkin Jr, who will retire after more than two decades of board service.
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Dentsply Sirona has named John Fortson executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective July 20. Fortson brings over 25 years of finance and operational leadership experience to the dental manufacturer.
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Align Technology previewed new digital tools for the Invisalign system—including a 3D-printed attachment system, integrated buttons, and an updated palatal expander—at its 2026 EMEA Ortho Summit in Barcelona.
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Henry Schein has named William K “Dan” Daniel as independent chairman of the board, effective May 21, 2026, succeeding Stanley M Bergman, who transitions to chairman emeritus after 44 years as a director.
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As the clear aligner manufacturer expands its domestic manufacturing and U.S. market presence, Vice President Jason Tabb explains how a reliance on long-term clinical feedback is driving the company’s strategy.
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Great Lakes Dental Technologies has appointed David Josza as president and CEO, effective May 11, 2026. Josza brings experience from the medical and dental device sectors to the employee-owned orthodontic laboratory.
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