AI-powered search is rewriting who gets recommended in orthodontics. The standardization that made DSOs efficient now works against them—and for the first time, independent practices hold a structural advantage. Here are practical tips on how to seize the moment before the window closes.
July 2026 brought a series of new product releases and clinical software updates to the orthodontic market, including AI-driven treatment planning tools, custom bracket systems, enterprise cybersecurity solutions, and advanced clinical handpieces.
EPIC4 Specialty Partners says it isn't a DSO or an OSO. Founded by 18 orthodontists who pooled their practices in a single day, the doctor-led group is betting it can preserve clinical autonomy, ease administrative burdens, and give associates a debt-free path to ownership.
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.
Dentsply Sirona will host a webinar April 9 on integrating orthodontics and restorative dentistry, outlining a workflow for clinicians to achieve esthetic outcomes using clear aligners and composite procedures.
The AAO has endorsed Panacea Financial to provide members with exclusive rate discounts and zero origination fees on practice and personal loans, following a multi-month evaluation process.
KaleidoscopeAI is launching KAL, an AI-driven growth system for orthodontic practices, to assess and improve digital visibility across AI search tools, debuting at the AAO Annual Session in Orlando where it will offer complimentary AI visibility audits to attendees.
Beyond patient care, Hessam Rahimi, DDS, DMSc, MBA, leverages his practice to test innovative orthodontic solutions, such as Brava by Brius.
From gamified apps to remote monitoring, digital tools help teens stay compliant and give adults the convenience and clarity they expect.
As patient behavior shifts and economic pressures persist, orthodontic practices are rethinking how treatment coordinators approach the new patient consult. Structured systems, clear goals, and performance tracking are becoming essential to improving case acceptance and sustaining growth.