Orthodontics

'Shape memory' aligners may be on the horizon
By Ava Barros
West Virginia University (WVU) researchers are testing clear plastic dental aligners made with “shape memory” material, offering a potential alternative to metal braces, according to a WVU press release.
June 20, 2025
WVU researchers are testing technology that allows orthodontists to print patients’ dental aligners in their offices using a soft plastic with “memory” that helps the aligners hold their shape.
Clinical tip: The importance of photography with orthodontics
By Kevin Henry
This CDOCS clinical tip focuses on the orthodontic portion of your practice and the value of quality photography.
May 14, 2025
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This technology may help inexperienced dentists
By Ava Barros
This technology may help improve dental bracket placement, particularly for less experienced dentists, according to a study recently published in Computers in Biology and Medicine.
May 8, 2025
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AAO names new president
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) has named Dr. Steven M. Siegel as its 2025-26 president.
May 7, 2025
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DSO Smile Doctors expands network in Q1
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental service organization (DSO) Smile Doctors added six new affiliate practices and one new location in the first quarter of 2025.
May 1, 2025
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Align launches aligners with occlusal blocks
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Align Technology Inc. has launched Invisalign with mandibular advancement featuring occlusal blocks in the U.S. and Canada.
May 1, 2025
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Medit, Graphy to partner on orthodontics
By Ava Barros
Digital dentistry firm Medit has partnered with dental 3D printing materials provider Graphy to advance digital orthodontics.
April 30, 2025
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Sensei, DentalMonitoring partner
By Ava Barros
Carestream Dental’s practice management brand Sensei has integrated with DentalMonitoring with the goal of enhancing digital orthodontic care.
April 29, 2025
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Ormco launches retainers, corrector system
By Ava Barros
Orthodontic technology manufacturer Ormco has launched Spark retainers and the BiteSync Class II Corrector in the U.S.
April 28, 2025
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The future of noninvasive orthodontics may rely on this
By Ava Barros
The protein ATF6 may be a promising target for developing noninvasive orthodontic treatments by triggering the production of tumor necrosis factor alpha, or TNFα, in immune cells called macrophages, according to a news release.
April 25, 2025
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OrthoFX launches rescue aligners
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
OrthoFX has launched its Rescue aligners, which are designed to fix off-track treatments faster and with fewer disruptions.
April 24, 2025
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The surprising way aligners may give oral health a boost
By Ava Barros
Orthodontic treatments, particularly clear aligners, may improve oral health by stabilizing the oral microbiota and minimizing plaque buildup, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
April 8, 2025
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