This is the first in a two part interview series with Dr Claudia Cruz about how the practice of orthodontics is rapidly changing and ways that doctors and their staff can manage these rapid changes. As AI makes inroads into many aspects of modern life, it is also quickly changing orthodontic treatment planning.  In particular, new dental treat

Introduction:  In 2020, ODL was trying to scale up its manufacturing of clear aligners. The clear aligner market has been growing by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29.5% from 2020. It was during this time that ODL began experiencing increased demand for clear aligners from their clients.The Buffalo-based company – which offers a

 1. Automated model orientation. Just a click and scans of both jaws automatically align.  2. Base. The base is automatically built and can be easily adjusted.  3. Visualisation. Vision rendering is getting more and more realistic.  4. Space Manager. Align teeth and distribute spaces automatically.  5. Virtual Articul

As we have approached 2023, I’d like to share what we achieved last year at SoftSmile and our aspirations for the New Year. 2022 was the year of transformation for SoftSmile. We are no longer just a daring startup. SoftSmile is a sustainable business that has created the best orthodontic treatment planner available on the market. Every month

A woman or man is only as good as their tools, or so the saying goes. When it comes to orthodontic technology, if these tools can open doors to care and help a clinician provide high-quality treatment, all the better.One such tool that is quickly infiltrating the dental and orthodontic market is artificial intelligence (AI). While it can be found i

I remember sitting in my orthodontist’s office when I was 11 years old dreading the pending embarrassment of getting metal braces. As I waited for the orthodontist, I looked up at an Invisalign ad in the exam room featuring a pretty blonde girl playing soccer. She looked happy and comfortable in her own skin even though she was wearing braces