August 2026 Orthodontic Product News Roundup
This month's roundup covers Dentaurum's new Orthocryl Pink shade, DEXIS's DDS certifications, Alta Smiles' funding for its bracketless system, and Planet DDS's expanded AI tools for orthodontic practices.
This month's roundup covers Dentaurum's new Orthocryl Pink shade, DEXIS's DDS certifications, Alta Smiles' funding for its bracketless system, and Planet DDS's expanded AI tools for orthodontic practices.
Preliminary clinical study data from Biolux Technology show aligner patients using OrthoPulse saw a 54% reduction in treatment time and 23% fewer office visits compared to controls, according Dr Bella Shen Garnett, who conducted the study.
June 2026 brought a series of new product releases and clinical software updates to the orthodontic market, including advanced intraoral scanners, expanded clear aligner capabilities, refittable retainers, and enterprise-level practice management platforms.
Planmeca has opened orders for its Onyx intraoral scanner, which offers both wired and wireless options and integrates with Romexis software for streamlined digital workflows in orthodontic and restorative practices.
Graphy expands its North American presence with new shape memory aligner production tools, software, and strategic partnerships announced at AAO.
Opening a new practice is an exciting prospect, but the design process can be a daunting task for orthodontists.
tab32 has launched Alpine, a cloud-based dental practice management platform allowing solo and small-group practices to sign up and begin use the same day, with pricing starting at $125 per month and no long-term contracts.
Biolux Technology has launched the OrthoPulse Summer Practice Integration Program to help orthodontic practices integrate near-infrared light therapy, with clinical data showing a 35% reduction in finishing aligners for Invisalign patients.