Dental News

Smilers clear aligner system launches in the UK

LONDON, England: Henry Schein UK has launched Smilers and Smilers Expert, twin aligner solutions aimed at general dental practitioners and orthodontists, ...

Align Technology obtains CE marking in Europe for palatal expander

SAN JOSE, Calif., US: Align Technology has obtained CE marking in Europe and registration with the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency in ...

Streamlining clear aligner therapy–Success without attachments using the Progressive Smile Makeover Concept

Today, most aligner systems incorporate attachments as part of their treatment protocol. In most cases, dentists are requested to add a substantial number ...

Tooth whitening during Invisalign therapy offers a seamless treatment protocol

LONDON, England: Efficacy, efficiency and a seamless patient journey are the hallmarks of using the Invisalign Professional Whitening System in conjunction ...

Road to Rhodes: EAS announces location for 2025 congress

LONDON, England: The European Aligner Society (EAS) has confirmed that its sixth congress will be held from 22 to 24 May 2025 on the Greek island of ...

ADA releases first standard for clear aligner materials

CHICAGO, US: Aligner therapy has revolutionised the treatment of malocclusion; however, regulators have been unable to keep pace with the rapid market ...

Interview: Multilayer materials enhance the efficacy of aligner treatment

According to a recent study, aligner force depends on the type of material and the direction of movement, and multilayer materials are superior to ...

Straumann divests DrSmile, retaining a minority stake

BASEL, Switzerland: Straumann Group has agreed to sell its DrSmile clear aligner business to the Impress group, citing a desire to concentrate on ...

Interdisciplinary rehabilitation involving Froggymouth

The prevalence of malocclusion in adults is equal to or greater than what is documented in children.1 Studies in Sweden and the Netherlands have reported a ...

Align Technology awards research grants to 11 universities

TEMPE, Ariz., US: Align Technology has announced the winners of its annual research awards, naming 11 universities in Europe, the Americas and the ...

LM-Dental unveils enhanced My LM‑Activator for early orthodontics

PARGAS, Finland: LM-Dental, a dental instrument manufacturer located in the Southwest region of Finland, has recently announced the launch of My ...

“Integrating clear aligners expands the possibilities you have available to offer your patients”

Aimed at general practitioners who wish to start offering clear aligner treatment or those seeking refine their existing aligner workflow, a webinar on 10 ...

Ethical communication and brand building

As communication and marketing through social media become indispensable for cutting through the clutter of media communication, the dental ...

Breaking new ground in orthodontics with ClearCorrect

Nuvola aligners combined with a myofunctional device in paediatric treatment: A case report

In recent years, orthodontists have been treating patients of increasingly younger age.1 This is due to increased attention by paediatricians, greater ...

ClearCorrect launches new digital solutions globally

ROUND ROCK, Texas, US: ClearCorrect recently unveiled a new suite of products and features aimed at supporting clinicians in their provision of orthodontic ...

Discover the future of orthodontic and restorative care at IDEM Singapore

SINGAPORE: The first software of its kind, Invisalign Smile Architect combines planning for orthodontic and restorative care in a single platform, ...

Align Technology launches new online campus

Seeking to elevate the standard of care in dentistry by equipping dental professionals with the latest tools and knowledge in dentistry, Align Technology ...

How far has 3D printing brought clear aligners?

LONG BEACH, Calif., US: In the dynamic field of orthodontics, the advent of clear aligners has marked a significant leap forward, marrying aesthetics with ...

A non-surgical orthodontic approach using clear aligners in a Class III adult patient

Over the past decade, there has been a notable surge in the use of clear aligners, and their benefits and advantages have been extensively documented. ...

Excellence in aligner orthodontics: Fifth EAS congress maintains trajectory of growth

VALENCIA, Spain: This year marks the tenth year since the founding of the European Aligner Society (EAS) to provide information on aligner therapy to ...

Revolutionising dental treatments: The power of digital integration with Invisalign Smile Architect

In modern dental practices, a multidisciplinary approach is employed, each specialty collaborating towards the outcome in terms of predictability and ...

Passport to world-class aligner line-up in Valencia

VALENCIA, Spain: The European Aligner Society (EAS) has welcomed a record number of delegates to its fifth congress, which is taking place in Valencia. ...

The necessity of multiple aligner attachments—a reality check

In my practices, lecturing and life, I live by the acronym I:CAN—Improvement: Constant and Never-Ending. This means a constant search for better ways of ...

3D-printing acquisition may help Align Technology to break the mould

SAN JOSE, Calif., US: Align Technology has completed its acquisition of Cubicure, a polymer specialist and pioneer of direct 3D-printing technology based in...

SmileDirectClub leaves patients in the lurch

HOUSTON, Texas: The self-proclaimed democratiser of orthodontic care, SmileDirectClub (SDC) has abruptly shuttered its global business after less than ten ...

European Aligner Society makes significant announcements ahead of its Valencia congress

VALENCIA, Spain: The European Aligner Society (EAS) has made several significant announcements ahead of its fifth congress, which is taking place in ...

Webinar offers upskilling for advanced clear aligner treatment planning and execution

A comprehensive free webinar to feature on Dentsply Sirona Academy on 22 January will delve into the intricacies of clear aligner case selection, tooth ...

European Aligner Society announces aim to surpass the limits of aligner orthodontics at Valencia event

VALENCIA, Spain: The fifth congress of the European Aligner Society (EAS) is taking place in Valencia between 29 February and 2 March and will explore ways ...

Align Technology opens 2024 annual research programme to advance orthodontic care

TEMPE, Ariz., US: Align Technology has announced the opening of its 2024 annual research award programme to support clinical and scientific dental research ...