SmileDirectClub has launched a treatment planning software that uses artificial intelligence to help physicians better visualize patient treatment, the Nashville, Tenn.-based teledentistry company said Nov. 15.
AI and Teledentistry
The U.S. digital dentistry market is set to grow significantly over the next few years, with its highest growth anticipated at $1.37 billion by 2027, according to an iData Research report released Nov. 12.
Many dentists have recognized that advanced imaging and CAD/CAM technologies can increase their efficiency and accuracy. In rural areas, these innovations play a central role in delivering outstanding patient care, while enabling practices to expand their offerings. This allows practices…
SmileDirectClub saw an 18.3 percent decrease in revenue in its third quarter over the prior year period, according to the company's third-quarter results released Nov. 8.
Tempe, Ariz.-based Align Technology plans to give $375,000 next year to support clinical and scientific research at universities worldwide, the Invisalign manufacturer said Nov. 2.
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Align Technology has agreed to buy back $100 million of its common stock under an accelerated stock repurchase deal with Citibank, the medical device company said Nov. 1.
Nashville, Tenn.-based SmileDirectClub is now a member of the American Academy of Clear Aligners, according to AACA's latest journal publication.
Tempe, Ariz.-based Align Technology earned $1.16 billion in revenue in its third quarter, the medical device company said Oct. 27.
Dental education is key to reaching the full potential of teledentistry, the American Dental Education Association said in an October report.
A team of researchers at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in Ann Arbor have created an algorithm to predict treatment outcomes for patients with peri-implantitis, according to an Oct. 22 university blog post.