From digital workflow certifications and AI-driven practice software to bracketless wire systems and luxury custom retainers, explore the latest clinical innovations shaping the orthodontic specialty.
Acrylic Materials: Dentaurum Debuts Brighter Orthocryl Pink Shade
Dentaurum introduced a more vibrant shade of its Orthocryl Pink colored monomer for removable orthodontic appliances. Developed based on feedback from laboratories and practices, the redesigned acrylic aims to increase treatment acceptance among younger patients while maintaining the system’s historical processing reliability and material quality.
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3D Imaging: DEXIS Receives DDS Certification for Three Solutions
DEXIS received independent certifications from the Digital Dentistry Society (DDS) for its Imprevo intraoral scanner, ORTHOPANTOMOGRAPH OP 3D LX imaging system, and DTX Studio Clinic software. The global scientific organization evaluated each product independently, recognizing the platforms for safety, usability, and clinical relevance within a unified digital workflow.
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Lingual Systems: Alta Smiles Secures Seed Funding to Support C5 Hidden Orthodontics
Alta Smiles completed a series seed extension funding round to support the commercialization of its C5 Hidden Orthodontics solution. The bracketless system utilizes a patented nickel titanium wire technology placed on the back of the patient’s teeth, offering a compliance-free treatment option that straightens teeth invisibly.
READ MORE: Alta Smiles Secures Seed Funding and Appoints Former 3M, Dentsply Sirona Executives to Board
Practice Software: Planet DDS Expands AI Tools and Software Options
Planet DDS expanded its artificial intelligence agent suite with new scheduling tools and introduced a modular packaging model for its DentalOS platform. The new AI agents automate missed appointment and cancellation rescheduling, while the modular structure allows practices to customize their software capabilities across five distinct add-on suites.
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Aesthetic Appliances: The House of Melz Launches Icy Ortho Luxury Retainers
The House of Melz and Melz Grillz launched Icy Ortho, a luxury orthodontic appliance line featuring custom Hawley retainers made with precious metals and gemstones. The retainers, which combine clinical function with luxury design, are distributed exclusively to licensed practices through a wholesale B2B provider network.
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Industry Recognition: AAO Names 2026 Supplier of the Year Award Winners
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) announced the recipients of its 2026 Supplier of the Year Awards, honoring American Orthodontics (Gold), Henry Schein Orthodontics (Silver), and Legally Mine (Bronze). The program recognizes outstanding corporate partners for their contributions to the specialty, including providing critical clinical appliances, treatment solutions, and practice management services.
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