From product launches to FDA clearances, here are six supply chain updates to know:
1. Dental supplier 3Shape and Colgate-Palmolive launched the Colgate Illuminator, a patient-tailored tooth-whitening tool that allows dentists to show patients their potential results using Colgate's Optic White Professional kit.
2. Zimmer Biomet homed in on the expected benefits of NewCo, the spinoff company for their spine and dental business.
3. Orthodontics technology company SoftSmile received FDA 510(k) clearance for its AI-powered Vision software, which allows orthodontists to create aligner treatment plans in-house.
4. SmileDirectClub expanded its oral care line with the launch of dissolving whitening strips.
5. Dental laser company Biolase and medical device company EdgeEndo were granted FDA 510(k) clearance for their EdgePRO irrigation system, a disinfecting alternative for root canals.
6. Dental supplier Envista completed the divestiture of its KaVo dental treatment unit and instrument business.