Align Technology

Align helps people straighten their teeth using clear, removable plastic covers instead of metal braces. The company also makes digital cameras that take 3D pictures of teeth to help dentists plan treatments. These tools help doctors and patients see how a smile will change before the work even begins.

The Tools Behind the Smile

• Clear Aligner: Removable polymer appliances sold under the Invisalign brand for treating misaligned teeth; represented approximately 80% of net revenues in 2025.
• Systems and Services: Digital intraoral scanners and computer-aided design software used for dental procedures; represented approximately 20% of net revenues in 2025.
• Comprehensive Packages: Full treatment solutions for adults and teenagers with complex dental needs, including Invisalign First for children.
• Non-comprehensive Packages: Short-term treatment options for mild tooth movement or dental relapses, such as Invisalign Go and Express.
• Vivera Retainers: Custom-made clear plastic covers designed to keep teeth in their final position after orthodontic treatment is finished.

Recent Strategic Moves

• Acquired Cubicure in January 2024 to gain proprietary direct 3D printing technologies for manufacturing dental devices.
• Launched the iTero Lumina scanner in January 2024 featuring multi-direct capture technology for faster and more accurate digital images.
• Introduced the Invisalign Palatal Expander System in 2023 after receiving 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
• Expanded the Align Digital Platform in 2025 by adding the Oral Health Suite to help doctors engage patients during consultations.

What Makes Align Different

The company maintains a vast intellectual property portfolio with over 1,100 active U.S. patents and uses data from 22 million treated patients to refine its software. Align operates a global manufacturing network with fabrication sites on three continents to stay close to international customers.

Tracking the Performance

• Net revenue reached $1 billion in Q4 2025, a 5.3% increase from the $995.2 million reported in Q4 2024.
• Net income rose to $135.8 million in Q4 2025, up 30.8% from the previous year.
• Free cash flow grew to $289.7 million in Q4 2025, representing a 10.1% increase year-over-year.
• Operating income hit $159.6 million in Q4 2025, compared to $144.1 million in Q4 2024.

Evolution of Digital Dentistry

Align has transitioned from a niche dental startup to a global medical device leader that has treated 22 million patients. The company continues to integrate 3D printing and artificial intelligence to move orthodontic care from physical molds to a fully digital workflow.