Tinkerer vs. Automationist in Orthodontic Planning
Orthodontic software is evolving to support both hands-on clinicians and efficiency-minded practitioners, proving that digital automation does not require sacrificing precise clinical control.
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How SoftSmile Is Bringing Clinical Control and Integration to Aligner Workflows
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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Medline Sinclair to Distribute Dentsply Sirona Technology Portfolio in Canada
Medline Sinclair will distribute Dentsply Sirona’s full technology portfolio—including digital scanners and imaging systems—to dental practices across Canada starting September 1, 2026, under an expanded agreement.
New Study Finds OrthoFX Aligners May Offer Greater Efficiency and Predictability
Researchers evaluating mild-to-moderate malocclusions found that OrthoFX aligners tracked digital setups more faithfully than the market leader, reducing the need for mid-course corrections and extra virtual visits.
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How Three Orthodontists Achieved Faster Finishes and Fewer Refinements With Spark Aligners
Three orthodontists report faster treatment times and fewer refinements after switching to Spark Clear Aligners, citing up to 40% quicker finishes and more consistent outcomes in private practice settings.
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From Phase One to Complex Cases: The Clinical Versatility of Spark Aligners
Ormco’s Spark Clear Aligner System features tools like BiteSync and StageRx, offering orthodontists an integrated platform for treating a broader range of cases, according to the company.
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How Align Technology Is Engineering Orthodontics for Oral Health
Align Technology’s Dr Mitra Derakhshan discusses how the company’s R&D integrates tooth movement and oral health, with Invisalign treatment plans designed to address both aesthetics and long-term periodontal stability.
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Graphy Debuts Certificate Course for Shape Memory Aligners
Graphy has launched the SMA Certificate Course, a hands-on training program in 3D printing-based digital orthodontic workflows, announced at the 2026 SMA Legends Symposium in Seoul for orthodontists worldwide.
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Dentsply Sirona and Dreve Advance Clinical Evaluation of Direct Aligner Resin
Dentsply Sirona and Dreve have begun clinical evaluation of the FDA-cleared Primeprint Direct Aligner resin, aiming to assess its integration within Primeprint and SureSmile workflows following promising preclinical results.
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Clear Aligner Advisor Partners With Smile Partners USA
Clear Aligner Advisor will roll out its aligner training platform across Smile Partners USA’s 120 practices after a pilot program showed increased case starts and reported 97% associate retention, according to the companies.
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LuxCreo CEO: Direct-Printed Aligners Are No Longer ‘Five Years Away’
Direct-printed aligners are reaching a tipping point, according to LuxCreo CEO Mike Yang, PhD. New material science and a high-profile partnership are compressing the timeline from future promise to present reality.
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The New Phase I: How Aligners Are Redefining Early Orthodontic Treatment
Once the domain of expanders and partial braces, early interceptive care is being transformed by clear aligners designed for the unique challenges of mixed dentition.
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