Summary: SureSmile marked its 30th anniversary with milestones including CBCT integration, customizable aligners, and cutting-edge tools like SureSmile Simulator4, demonstrating Dentsply Sirona’s commitment to advancing orthodontic care.

Key Takeaways:

  • SureSmile innovations, such as CBCT-based planning and clear aligners, have redefined orthodontic treatment possibilities.
  • Recent tools like SureSmile VPro and Simulator4 enhance patient comfort and engagement, supporting comprehensive care.

Dentsply Sirona’s SureSmile celebrated its 30th anniversary with the company noting the product’s innovations in hardware and software. Since 1994, SureSmile has been at the forefront of digital dentistry in orthodontics, evolving to meet the needs of dental professionals and patients, according to the company.

SureSmile’s story began with a breakthrough combining the world’s first wire-bending system developed by OraMetrix with treatment planning software and a 2D/3D intra-oral camera. Another major step forward came in 2008, when SureSmile became the first system to integrate CBCT data into its treatment planning software. This innovation gave orthodontists the ability to plan treatments with a full view of a patient’s oral anatomy, considering both teeth alignment and the surrounding bone structure for a more comprehensive approach.

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Expanding Capabilities and Patient Offerings

In 2015 Dentsply Sirona launched advanced features like Doctor Designed Treatment Planning, the Indirect Bonding System, and Interdisciplinary Planning, further optimizing treatment workflows and enabling more advanced treatment possibilities. In 2018, SureSmile introduced SureSmile Clear Aligners, marking the expansion of its portfolio to meet the growing demand among patients for customizable clear aligner solutions.

Recent Advances in Orthodontic Care

In 2021, the launch of SureSmile VPro, a high-frequency vibration device to improve the patient experience. When used with orthodontic treatment, the device delivers gentle vibrations that may reduce discomfort and improve aligner tracking. Most recently, in 2023, the introduction of SureSmile Simulator4, powered by DS Core, Dentsply Sirona’s cloud platform – allows patients to preview their future smiles during consultations, facilitating communication with their clinician and giving them greater confidence in their treatment decisions.

“Malocclusion is a prevalent oral health issue that can impact a person’s overall health and quality of life. Misaligned teeth affect not only dental health but also a person’s self-esteem, confidence, and social interactions,” said Chris Schlenk, group vice president orthodontic aligner solutions at Dentsply Sirona. “Dentsply Sirona is dedicated to transforming dentistry to improve oral health worldwide. With SureSmile, we are committed to supporting both patients and healthcare providers in the orthodontic field, addressing the critical need for effective and accessible solutions.”