The orthodontic marketplace of the 21st century is changing at a rapid pace. The traditional ways of caring for patients are quickly being replaced by new technology like chairside intra-oral scanners, in-office 3D printers, and clear aligner fabrication materials. These new developments combined with advances in digital treatment planning software

The SoftSmile team recently announced a partnership with Medit, a global leader in Intraoral Scanning (IOS).  Medit delivers advanced 3D digital solutions tailored for dental labs and clinics. Medit’s flagship products are intraoral scanners which are renowned for their precision, ease of use, and speed. The integration of Medit’s

SmileDirectClub approached us in early 2020 with an offer to acquire SoftSmile. We declined. The latest SmileDirectClub news is they filed for bankruptcy on September 29. 2023. Bankruptcy is not the end—many stellar businesses have weathered it. However, this bankruptcy is particularly consequential for the aligner industry. It is yet another

Developments in computer-aided design – including digital treatment planning software like VISION by SoftSmile – combined with the growing use of digital workflows and the popularity of three-dimensional (3D) printing have revolutionized how orthodontic practices manage aligner cases. As this trend continues to grow, we may be seeing ju

Time is an orthodontist office’s most valuable resource. With so many competing interests for their attention, it is a daily challenge for doctors and office staff to manage time and maximize their effectiveness at work.  Among the daily challenges facing orthodontists are: Managing chairside time with patients Supervising office st

Chair-side 3D printing of milling and restorative appliances has been available for years but hasn’t been considered a disruptive means of technology in the restorative dentistry industry. Extended efforts, inaccuracies, and lack of dentist and patient satisfaction have hampered the technology’s potential. However, the use of