June 2026 brought a series of new product releases and clinical software updates to the orthodontic market, including advanced intraoral scanners, expanded clear aligner capabilities, refittable retainers, and enterprise-level practice management platforms.
From robotic systems that fully automate instrument sterilization to AI-powered custom metal brackets, the winners of the 2026 AAO Ortho Innovator Award are tackling the specialty's biggest operational challenges. Take a closer look at the five breakthrough technologies recognized this year for advancing clinical care and practice efficiency.
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.
Kerr Dental has launched SimpliCut rotary diamond burs that are pre-sterilized out of the box for single-patient use.
Ormco launches Spark Retainers and BiteSync Class II Corrector in the United States and Canada, expanding digital orthodontic treatment options with flexible retention and bite correction tools.
The Invisalign Palatal Expander System has received CE Mark approval and MHRA registration, enabling its use in Europe and the UK.
OrVance has added a Light Shade and clear retainer indication to its Aligner Pontics product, now available through major distributors. In an interview with Orthodontic Products, OrVance's Mike Smurr discusses the updates and their impact on patient care and practice efficiency.
HealthyStart introduced the FasTrack System to address sleep-disordered breathing by improving treatment compliance and patient outcomes.
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