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.
When the lingual orthodontic company InBrace suddenly ceased operations in April 2025, orthodontists were left stranded with unfinished cases. Rather than abandon the technology, Dr Scott Schwartz purchased the intellectual property to launch InSmile Braces—a completely rebranded, provider-focused lingual system designed to strip away clinical complexity.
Dentsply Sirona has announced the main stage lineup for DS World Las Vegas 2026, featuring presentations on digital workflows, implant therapy, and interdisciplinary collaboration, September 24-26 at MGM Grand.
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.
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From custom prescriptions and generative braces to ceramic and self-ligating designs, bracket manufacturers continue to expand treatment options for orthodontists. These systems aim to improve efficiency, control, and patient experience across a range of clinical needs.
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From precision cutters and ergonomic hand instruments to specialty removers and multifunctional mirrors, these orthodontic tools are designed to support efficiency, accuracy, and durability in everyday clinical workflows.
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AI-powered search is changing how patients discover orthodontic practices. A website that simply looks professional is no longer enough. Clear messaging, strong credibility signals, and a consistent digital presence are becoming essential for helping both patients and AI platforms understand and recommend a practice.
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Highly optimized practices may appear productive, but tight schedules and limited margin can leave them vulnerable when unexpected challenges arise.
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Orthodontic practices have access to more data than ever before, but technology alone does not improve efficiency. Roger P. Levin, DDS, explains why practice leaders should focus on a small set of key performance metrics, delegate data analysis to trained office managers, and use exception reporting to identify operational problems before they impact production and revenue.
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SoftSmile CEO Khamzat Asabaev explains how the company is addressing the limitations of traditional aligner workflows by uniting treatment planning, CBCT data, and manufacturing into a single, orthodontist-controlled platform.
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From automated SMS replies to a deep integration with Align Technology, Greyfinch CEO Jake Gulick explains how the platform is building a connected ecosystem to eliminate manual clinic workflows.
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In this episode, Gary Salman, CEO of Black Talon Security, joins the podcast to explore the harsh reality of navigating an orthodontic data breach. Moving beyond standard prevention advice, the discussion covers a real-world ransomware attack, the myth of cloud software immunity, and the critical first steps to take if your network is compromised.
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