AI and Teledentistry

From market projections to new product launches, here are seven recent teledentistry updates to know: 

The global clear aligners market is expected to be worth $17 billion in about six years, according to a Grand View Research report released Nov. 23.

Grin has launched an AI-guided mouth scanner and treatment platform, the digital orthodontics company said Nov. 18.

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.

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.

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.