Align Technology awarded $300,000 in research grants to 12 universities worldwide as part of its 15th Annual Research Award Program, supporting orthodontic and dental research across the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
Planet DDS’s latest report analyzes data from 2,500+ orthodontic practices, revealing a 68.3% case acceptance rate and production benchmarks that highlight significant growth opportunities for the specialty.
From robotic systems that fully automate instrument sterilization to AI-powered custom metal brackets, the winners of the 2026 AAO Ortho Innovator Award are tackling the specialty's biggest operational challenges. Take a closer look at the five breakthrough technologies recognized this year for advancing clinical care and practice efficiency.
The ADA and ADEX will integrate the ADA’s objective structured clinical exam into the ADEX Dental Examination by August 2026, aiming to streamline dental licensure and improve portability for candidates in 48 jurisdictions.
Align Technology reported Q1 2026 revenues of $1.04 billion, up 6.2% year-over-year, driven by record Invisalign clear aligner shipments and growth across patient demographics, according to the company.
A research team led by Dr Gang Shen has published a new malocclusion classification system in JAO, adding facial appearance, jaw position, and TMJ health to guide orthodontic treatment planning.