The newest aligner features are designed to improve clinical control, streamline workflows, and enhance efficiency.
The clear aligner landscape is shifting rapidly, with new technologies and tools designed to help orthodontists deliver more precise, efficient, and flexible treatment. Innovations range from advanced bonding attachments and AI-powered treatment planning to simplified pricing models and in-office production materials. As practices navigate a competitive market and rising patient expectations, these updates reflect a growing emphasis on clinical control, streamlined workflows, and adaptable solutions for both routine and complex cases.
Solventum
Say goodbye to imprecision and hello to simpler, faster attachment bonding with Clarity Precision Grip Attachments—the first 3D-printed, fully-cured, pre-loaded attachments exclusively available with Clarity Aligners. Unlike traditional, technique-sensitive methods, Clarity Precision Grip Attachments minimize variability and messy cleanup, saving practices time while improving outcomes. Each attachment is fully customized to match the patient’s unique anatomy, promoting greater bonding consistency and seamless integration with Clarity Aligners.
ALURE ORTHO
Allure Ortho has partnered with ARCAD, a leader in technology for dental aligners and digital orthodontics. We are now able to provide Aligners by Allure powered by ARCAD, a full-service aligner system, pairing the popular Zendura Flex Aligner Material with ARCAD’s revolutionary software system. This all-inclusive system offers everything from free treatment planning to a free aligner ultrasonic/UV light cleaning pod at one set fee of only $19 per aligner. No extra fees.
Ormco
Spark Clear Aligners continues to innovate with the new StageRx visual treatment planning feature. StageRx revolutionizes aligner treatment planning with an intuitive drag and drop command block-based interface. Access a rich library of expert protocols with ease and further customize protocols for the patient, or even save them in your library. It is powerful, versatile, and designed for orthodontists. Also, the new Spark BiteSync Class II correction system offers a streamlined solution for synchronized mandibular advancement, maxillary distalization, and dental alignment.
Henry Schein Orthodontics
Smilers Expert aligners unlock a new level of functionality for Henry Schein Orthodontics customers with its Nemotec-powered software. Featuring aligner treatment plans created by on-staff orthodontists, an intuitive and easy-to-navigate case management platform, multiple aligner thickness and trimline options, AI aligner case assessments/simulations, real root segmentation with CBCT, and advanced tooth movement modification tools such as the timeline editor, only available within Smilers Expert.
Angel Aligner
Angel Aligner KiD is a flexible, all-in-one solution that combines dental alignment, jaw development, and functional therapy into a streamlined system. Flexible options include angelButtons, A6 Mandibular Advancement Solution for Class II, Protraction Solution for Class III (combining angelHooks and Face Masks), specialized smaller attachments, curved & bite turbos, eruption guides, custom trimlines, tongue cribs, and tongue positioners—making Angel Aligner KiD a versatile solution that adapts to each patient’s needs.
OrthoFX
OrthoFX is redefining midcourse corrections with Rescue aligners—the only treatment recovery aligners with minimal disruption for your practice and patients. When used in combination with free FXOnTrack remote monitoring, doctors can approve Rescue aligners when off-track treatments are detected. Rescue aligners are shipped directly to the patient’s address in less than 2 weeks, eliminating unnecessary office visits for new scans or a treatment reboot. Learn more about Rescue aligners at orthofx.com/rescue-treatment-recovery.
Dentsply Sirona
SureSmile Clear Aligners deliver predictable results—75% of 200,000+ cases required no refinements over 3 years. This can mean less chair time, greater efficiency, and happier patients. With easy treatment planning, broad scanner compatibility, and a flat-rate Complete Case option that includes whitening (only available in the United States) and the SureSmile VPro High-Frequency Device, SureSmile simplifies your workflow and enhances patient value. It is time to realign your expectations for what is possible for clear aligner treatment with SureSmile. (Note: Based on an internal analysis in excess of 200,000 global SureSmile aligner cases started and completed between January 2021-June 2024.)
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Align Technology
The Invisalign clear aligner system straightens teeth and treats malocclusions with a series of custom-made, removable, clear aligners. It’s now available with mandibular advancement featuring occlusal blocks (MAOB) for growing patients in the late mixed or early permanent dentition stages (ages 10 to 16), who are still experiencing growth. Invisalign treatment combines cutting-edge virtual modeling software, the world’s largest 3D manufacturing operation, and patented SmartTrack aligner material designed to deliver more gentle, constant force to improve control of tooth movements.
uLab Systems Inc
uLab has introduced Reva thermoforming sheets—now available on shopulab.com. Designed for dental professionals, Reva offers exceptional clarity, strength, and a slimmer profile to enhance the in-office aligner experience. With rapid thermal response, effortless cutting, and minimal finishing, Reva streamlines production while delivering outstanding results. Three thicknesses are available for aligners, templates, and retainers. Try Reva today and enjoy introductory discounts for a limited time. Learn more about Reva at ulabsystems.com/usmile.
FirstClass Aligners
FirstClass Aligners is redefining affordability and quality in clear aligner treatment. Lab-direct pricing at $19.50 per aligner or retainer. 3D treatment plans reviewed by orthodontists help practices increase profitability and enhanced clinical results. FirstClass uses Zendura FLX to create our aligners and has introduced Essix for our retainers—both materials are among the very best in the aligner industry. To learn more email [email protected].
ORTHO-BYTE
Made of a patented three-layer material for superior comfort and crack-resistant durability, BKleer Invisible Aligners are crystal clear and more stain resistant than any other aligner brand. The easy to use, state-of-the-art ISMYL aligner portal puts you in charge to determine the best course of action. Ortho-Byte offers unlimited free mid-course corrections and unlimited refinements for the best results. Up to full arch (7-7) treatment options for accurate and discreet correction of misalignments delivered in less than 10 days.
NEOLab
The Relapse Aligner Solution from NEOLab provides flexible treatment for mild to moderate corrections. Package options allow for flexible treatment on one or both arches, for mild or moderate corrections, with transparent, upfront pricing. Relapse Aligners are ideal for patients with minor corrections, who don’t qualify for full aligner treatment plans, or simply want to fix relapse from previous orthodontic work.
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