The survey of AAO members found that majority of respondents reported patients seeking retreatment in their orthodontic offices when DTC treatment didn’t include an in-person exam before starting.
The AAO accused the FTC of exceeding its authority in a proposed settlement with the Alabama Dental Board over teledentistry regulations.
The OrthoPulse Gen 2 includes new structural and technological improvements over the previous version of the photobiomodulation device.
The AAO advocacy toolkit is aimed at informing lawmakers about its concerns with direct-to-consumer orthodontic treatment.
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The direct-to-consumer aligner system reportedly relies entirely on teledentistry-based case review, allowing consumers to access the system from their web-enabled device.
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With Minimum Touch Orthodontics, John Graham, DDS, MD, has a treatment workflow that meets the needs of the “customer”
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Don’t assume that all teledentistry treatment is covered under your malpractice insurance, including any work performed for a DTC company, says the AAO.
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With all the signs pointing to teledentistry playing an increasing role in new patient consults and orthodontic treatment monitoring, the AAO reminds orthodontists to practice within parameters that protect patient health and safety.
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The rise of direct-to-consumer orthodontics has exposed a gap in how practices and DTC companies address generational habits, and patient concerns such as pricing, convenience, and practice visits. Now’s the time to close it.
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NexHealth’s custom scheduling tools will be used by SDC-affiliated dental practices to provide real-time online appointment booking.
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AAO “respectfully disagrees” with many of the National Advertising Division’s conclusions, but will comply with its recommendations.
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Candid will now use Carbon’s L1 3D printers and DLS process to produce clear aligner models as part of its doctor delivered aligner service.
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The acquisition of the Byte platform is part of Dentsply Sirona’s efforts to scale up its clear aligner business.
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MetLife plan participants can either start care at a SmileDirectClub SmileShops; at a SmileDirectClub Partner Network affiliated dentist or orthodontist office; or with a doctor-prescribed at-home impression kit.
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Treatment provided through the Smiles by Design premium service is provided under the direction of a U.S. licensed orthodontist.
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4 tips for getting patients started and compliant
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The new facility will be located in Columbia, is part of a major explanation of Smile Direct Club, where manufacturing of its oral care and teeth straightening products will be made.
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Through the partnership, Smile Brands dentists and orthodontists will offer SmileDirectClub’s direct-to-office treatment model to its patients.
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The bill, AB 1998, which will now advance in the California legislature, aims to establish additional consumer protections for direct-to-consumer orthodontic patients.
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Eligible Anthem plan members who cannot receive in-office clear aligner treatment or do not want in-office treatment can now do so remotely with byte aligners.
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The insurance company now covers at-home orthodontic aligners, overseen remotely by licensed dentists, with an average cost up to 60% less than traditional orthodontics.
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The patent comes as the company plans to slowly reopen its SmileShops around the world following closures related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreThe direct-to-consumer aligner company will use it’s 3D specialty lab to make mask, face shields, respiratory valves, and other supplies.
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