AI and Teledentistry

Nashville, Tenn.-based SmileDirectClub has announced its financial results for 2021's first quarter, ending March 31.

Henry Schein One has unveiled its new software module Consistency of Care, which integrates dental and medical patient records.

SmileDirectClub shares fell 6 percent in after-hours trading after the company said a cyberattack in April delayed and disrupted parts of business in a disclosure filing, The Wall Street Journal reported May 4.

Invisalign purchasers filed a class-action lawsuit May 3 against Invisalign maker Align Technology, accusing it of monopolizing the U.S. aligner market since at least 2017.

Englewood Cliffs, N.J.-based Arfona, a dental 3D printing and digital technology company, partnered with Los Angeles-based Dentulu and Impress3D to provide patients with greater access to more affordable tooth replacement options.

Newport Beach, Calif.- based Simply Mobile Dentistry has partnered with Los Angeles-based Dentulu, a teledentistry company, to allow dentists to see patients virtually.

Tampa, Fla.-based SmylUSA, a clean aligner company, has partnered with The TeleDentists to provide its customers with access to virtual dentists, according to an April 14 announcement.

Teledentistry has garnered attention over the past few years as potentially playing a key role in improving the access to dental care. Can it stand up to the hype?

Los Angeles-based Dentulu, a teledentistry platform, is expanding its partnerships and services, according to an April 12 news release.

Nashville, Tenn.-based SmileDirectClub has launched a Lifetime Smile Guarantee, guaranteeing qualifying customers a straighter smile for life, according to an April 7 news release.