The ClinCheck signature experience

Dr Waddah Sabouni

Mon. 3. November 2025

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Nearly three decades ago, the Invisalign system transformed orthodontics with aligner therapy. Yet, behind every smile was a complex, time-consuming treatment planning process. Clinicians had to submit physical impressions, write detailed instructions for CAD and wait weeks for a plan that met their expectations. Delays were common, and the process often felt disconnected from the patient experience.

Recognising this challenge, Align Technology did not just improve the system; it reimagined it. The company’s vision was a streamlined, personalised planning experience that prioritised clinical goals and could be completed in minutes rather than weeks.

From manual to mastery: The evolution of Invisalign treatment planning

A pivotal shift came with the migration of ClinCheck software to the cloud, enabling real-time collaboration and digital precision. Over time, Align introduced tools that reshaped how dental professionals plan treatments:

Personalisation: Plan Editor and 3D Controls with ClinCheck Live Update allow real-time customisation.
Efficiency: The Flex Rx prescription form simplifies workflows for scalable planning.
Control: Preferences Templates and Template Editor ensure faster, consistent set-ups and approvals.

Together, these innovations form the ClinCheck signature experience, a unified ecosystem that empowers clinicians to create personalised treatment plans in minutes. Built with clinicians in mind, it gives us greater control over digital orthodontic treatment. That is why the name “ClinCheck signature experience” resonates with me—it is not just a workflow but a philosophy.

ClinCheck Live Plan: The vision realised

The culmination of Align’s vision is ClinCheck Live Plan, an integral part of the ClinCheck signature experience. It delivers initial treatment plans in just 15 minutes, depending on case complexity and adherence to technical requirements. I recall receiving my first plan that quickly—it was a game-changer!

Any selected Preference Template enables clinicians to apply consistent treatment standards across multiple cases and practices.

The Flex Rx prescription form streamlines case submission and simplifies communication between clinicians and digital treatment planners.

ClinCheck Live Plan will allow clinicians to receive many initial treatment plans within minutes, accelerating case turnaround.*

CBCT integration within the ClinCheck software provides enhanced visualisation and precision for complex orthodontic cases.

Plan Editor and 3D Controls offer real-time adjustment capabilities, allowing clinicians to customise treatment plans with greater accuracy.

ClinCheck Live Update enables instant visual feedback on tooth movements, improving collaboration and clinical efficiency.

As someone who values efficiency, this tool lets me present the treatment plan during the first visit and begin treatment sooner. But ClinCheck Live Plan offers more than speed: it enhances treatment effectiveness. The treatment plans align closely with my clinical goals, supporting improved outcomes.

The ClinCheck signature experience is the pinnacle of a multi-year journey into which Align has invested millions in research and development, drawing on insights from more than 20 million Invisalign smiles to deliver a more predictable planning experience. It rests on the belief that automation does not replace expertise; it enhances it.

Paradoxically, by automating the planning process, Align has given clinicians more control. We remain the authors of each treatment plan, and mastering this technology elevates us as dental professionals.

From vision to reality: A new paradigm for orthodontics

The ClinCheck signature experience marks a paradigm shift in digital orthodontics. It enables customised, consistent, real-time treatment planning that enhances our skills and improves patient outcomes.

For clinicians, it is a gateway to digital mastery. For patients, it means faster treatment starts and better results. With the ClinCheck signature experience, we bring them one step closer to their new smiles.

Editorial note:

More information can be found at www.invisalign.eu.

*Based on Invisalign primary orders submitted that qualified for ClinCheck Live Plan (a successful iTero scan, a Preferences Template and no CBCT scan) between January and June 2025. A total of 230,601 orders were analysed. Time was measured from the receipt of all required materials until the ClinCheck plan became available for clinician review. Of these qualified orders, 91.17% were available for review within 15 minutes or less, with a median time of 7 minutes. These orders represent 47.26% of total submissions with a Preferences Template. Includes Invisalign-trained clinicians in the North America, LATAM, EMEA and APAC regions. Data on file at Align Technology, as of 28 October 2025.

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