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news - Jul 31, 2025 - 19:39
Align Technology Faces A Rough Patch Despite Market Leadership
Align Technology, a leader in clear orthodontic aligners and digital dental tools, faces financial challenges despite market leadership. The company reported Q2 2025 revenue of $1.012 billion, down 1.6% year-over-year, with shares dropping 42.5% from $231.88 to $133.33. While its clear aligner segment (80% of revenue) grew slightly, broader economic conditions and competition from direct-to-consumer brands like SmileDirectClub and Dentsply Sirona have pressured growth. Align's strong patent portfolio, digital ecosystem, and global provider network provide long-term resilience, but short-term headwinds include pricing pressures, restructuring costs, and market skepticism about near-term growth.
finimize.comnews - Jul 18, 2025 - 02:00
SmileDirectClub Bites Back at Critical NBC Nightly News Report
SmileDirectClub responded to a critical NBC Nightly News report that accused the company of misrepresenting teledentistry and failing to provide a balanced story. The company claimed the report misrepresented its platform and omitted key facts, including testimonials from 750,000 customers and support from 250 licensed dentists. Shares of the Nashville-based company fell 7.2% to $14.23. The NBC report highlighted customer complaints, including broken teeth and nerve damage, and cited over 1,800 Better Business Bureau complaints. SmileDirectClub reiterated compliance with FDA regulations and criticized NBC for not including statements from stakeholders.
thestreet.comnews - Jul 08, 2025 - 20:00
$31.75M Invisalign maker and SmileDirectClub antitrust class action settlement
Align Technology agreed to pay $31.75 million to resolve antitrust allegations in a class action lawsuit against SmileDirectClub. The settlement benefits individuals who purchased SmileDirectClub aligners between October 2017 and August 2022, with class members eligible for cash payments of $40–$60. The final approval hearing is scheduled for November 2025, with claim deadlines set for October 2025.
topclassactions.comnews - Jul 07, 2025 - 09:56
Clear Aligners Market Expected to Expand at a Steady 2025-2032
The Clear Aligners Market is projected to grow from USD 7.89 billion in 2024 to USD 70.55 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 31.5% between 2025-2032. The report analyzes market dynamics, key players, regional growth, and competitive landscape, including companies like Align Technology, Straumann Group, and SmileDirectClub.
newstrail.comnews - May 22, 2025 - 22:20
Draymond Green's Multimillion-Dollar Dental Company Investment Couldn't Save Him From Getting Roasted
Draymond Green invested in SmileDirectClub, a dental company he used for orthodontics, which grew from a $150 million valuation to $9 billion before filing for bankruptcy in 2023. The company was later acquired by SmileSet, and Green capitalized on his investment when the brand was at its peak.
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SmileDirectClub, Inc., an oral care company, offers clear aligner therapy treatment. The company manages the end-to-end process, which include marketing, aligner manufacturing, fulfillment, treatment by a doctor, and monitoring through completion of their treatment with a network of approximately 250 licensed orthodontists and general dentists through its teledentistry platform...Show More
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