From real-time practice management tools and clinical imaging upgrades to innovative patient care kits and orthodontic accessories, explore the latest developments shaping the specialty this month.
Digital Workflows: DEXIS Rolls Out Updates Across CBCT, Scanning, and Cloud
DEXIS announced a coordinated set of innovations across its digital imaging ecosystem, including a Motion Correction feature for CBCT units, a new slim tip for the Imprevo scanner, and the expansion of its DEXIS IOS Cloud platform. The updates aim to resolve daily clinical challenges such as patient motion and scanning difficult anatomies.
READ MORE: DEXIS Rolls Out Updates Across CBCT, Intraoral Scanning, and Cloud
Imaging Software: Orca Dental AI and Planet DDS Partner on Cloud-Based Imaging Integration
Orca Dental AI partnered with Planet DDS to integrate its CephX AI imaging suite directly into the Cloud 9 practice management platform. The collaboration brings real-time, AI-driven cephalometric analysis and instant 2D and 3D radiographic reports into clinical workflows to improve diagnostic consistency and streamline case presentations.
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Skeletal Anchorage: Dentaurum Expands tomas Orthodontic Implant Portfolio
Dentaurum expanded its temporary orthodontic micro anchorage system (tomas) with new 12 mm and 14 mm pin lengths for increased primary stability and bicortical anchorage. The company also introduced a new digital scanbody to support intraoral digital capture and planning within digital orthodontic workflows.
READ MORE: Dentaurum Expands tomas Orthodontic Implant Portfolio with New Pin Lengths and Digital Tools
Patient Care: Brace Face Kit Launches for At-Home Orthodontic Care
The Brace Face Kit is a new at-home management solution designed by orthodontic assistants to help patients manage minor braces issues between visits. Housed in a portable case, the kit contains professional-quality instruments, relief gel, and how-to cards with QR codes linking to instructional videos.
READ MORE: Brace Face Kit Introduced for At-Home Orthodontic Patient Care
Patient Records: Intake Dental Launches Dental Passport Mobile App
Intake Dental released the Dental Passport, a free mobile wallet application for Apple Wallet and Google Wallet that allows patients to store and share their dental records. The patient-owned platform translates health histories, x-rays, and insurance details into 19 languages, allowing seamless portability across different practices.
READ MORE: Intake Dental Launches Dental Passport for Digital Patient Records
Practice Software: Black Talon Security Launches AURA Ai Assistant
Black Talon Security introduced AURA Ai, a secure artificial intelligence companion designed for healthcare and dental practices. The platform utilizes a secure Knowledge Vault to store practice-specific materials like employee handbooks and standard operating procedures, helping administrators safely manage daily operations and HIPAA compliance.
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Patient Accessories: AlignerOff Retractable Clear Aligner Removal Tool Launches
AlignerOff LLC introduced its Retractable Aligner Removal Tool, an accessory designed by a registered dental hygienist to help patients remove tight clear aligners hygienically. The device features a long-reach hook that accesses the posterior edge of the aligner and retracts into the body of the tool for clean storage.
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Elastics & Elastomerics: Snapz Innovations Launches Flavored Orthodontic Bands
Snapz Innovations released Snapz Tasty Bands, a line of flavored orthodontic elastic bands designed to improve patient comfort and compliance. Available in mint and cherry, the bands function identically to traditional elastics while reducing the dry, rubbery taste often associated with conventional orthodontic bands.
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Treatment Acceleration: Biolux Technology Reports Clinical Data on OrthoPulse Device
Biolux Technology released preliminary data from a clinical evaluation showing that its OrthoPulse near-infrared light therapy system significantly improves Invisalign treatment efficiency. Patients using the photobiomodulation device experienced a 55% shorter average treatment time and required 21% fewer office visits.
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Practice Software: Intiveo Launches Command Center for Dental Practice Operations
Intiveo released the Command Center, a real-time operational system that helps dental and orthodontic practices track appointments, patient communications, and daily tasks. The software organizes workflows under four outcome pillars, automatically flagging unconfirmed appointments, incomplete forms, and missed calls.
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Moisture Control: Great Lakes Dental Technologies Acquires Dri-Angle Maker
Great Lakes Dental Technologies acquired Dental Health Products, the manufacturer of Dri-Angle, a saliva-control product that covers the parotid area to maintain a dry field during bonding and cementing. The acquisition integrates Dri-Angle fully into the Great Lakes employee-owned manufacturing and distribution network.
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Practice Software: Valian Launches Instant Insurance Verification for Orthodontic Practices
Valian launched an instant insurance verification tool that allows orthodontic practices to check patient coverage in real time. Processing in under a second using only a patient’s member ID and date of birth, the system automatically adds detailed benefit breakdowns and active status information directly to patient profiles.
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