Report
POV on Clear Aligners Digital Workflows
This point of view explores the role of digital workflows in the clear aligner market, with a focus on Align Technology, a leading provider of orthodontic solutions. Founded in 1997, Align has expanded beyond clear aligners through strategic acquisitions, including the iTero intraoral scanner in 2011 and exocad, a CAD/CAM software company, in 2020. These additions enabled the company to build an integrated digital ecosystem spanning clear aligners, imaging systems, and design software. Invisalign generated approximately $3 billion in revenue in 2022 and has supported treatment for around 14 million patients worldwide. The report highlights how digital workflows, including intraoral scanning, digital treatment planning, and CAD/CAM technologies, are improving efficiency, accuracy, and patie
