How Orthodontists Are Adopting Direct-Print Aligners
Early adopters are replacing vacuum formers with 3D printers that build aligners layer by layer.
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New Smartee-Dental Monitoring Integration Eliminates In-Office Scans for Refinement
Smartee Denti-Technology and Dental Monitoring have integrated their platforms to allow orthodontists to generate SmartSTL files for refinements without requiring in-office scans.
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Planet DDS Partners with DEO to Offer Launchpad Program to Members
Planet DDS has partnered with the Dentist Entrepreneur Organization to provide its Launchpad Program to over 550 DEO members nationwide.
uLab Systems to Expand uDesign Cloud Tools, Following In-Office Thermoforming Material Launch
With new features coming to its uDesign Cloud platform and the recent launch of Reva thermoforming sheets, uLab Systems is reporting over 98% on-time delivery of its uSmile aligners.
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Inside Align Technology’s Million-Custom-Appliances-a-Day 3D Printing Operation
Align Technology’s Srini Kaza details how large-scale and direct 3D printing are reshaping orthodontic care and what private practices can expect in the back half of 2025.
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Align Launches Global Campaigns to Promote Invisalign Options for Kids and Teens
Align Technology has launched coordinated global campaigns to promote its Invisalign solutions for kids and teens, highlighting its full range of clear aligner products for growing patients.
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Align Technology Launches Campaigns to Spotlight Orthodontists’ Stories
Align Technology has launched new regional campaigns in North America and EMEA aimed at highlighting orthodontists’ professional experiences through short video stories.
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Align Reports Q1 2025 Revenue Decline Despite Invisalign Growth
Align Technology reported its Q1 2025 results—showing aligner volume growth and foreign exchange headwinds—and provided updated commentary on potential tariff exposure.
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DentalMonitoring and Ormco Announce Remote Monitoring Partnership at AAO 2025
DentalMonitoring and Ormco have launched a new partnership offering 25% discounts on remote monitoring fees and a software integration to streamline refinement workflows for Spark aligner users.
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Graphy Launches Direct 3D-Printed Clear Aligners, Announces Integration with Medit Scanning Systems
Graphy has introduced directly 3D-printed clear aligners and partnered with Medit to support integration with digital scanning workflows.
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Inside Ormco’s Newest Technologies: EtchFree Bonding, Spark BiteSync, and Spark Retainers
Ormco Vice President Jay Issa discusses the company’s latest product launches scheduled for AAO 2025 and how clinician feedback is shaping its innovation strategy.
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Grin to Launch Digital Care Ecosystem at AAO 2025, Integrate with Clarity by Solventum
Grin will debut its new Care, Growth, Thrive ecosystem at the 2025 AAO Annual Session, featuring AI-driven tools and an integration with Solventum’s Clarity Portal.
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