SAN JOSE, CA -- (Marketwired) -- 09/25/14 -- Align Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALGN) today expanded digital workflow options for the iTero® Intraoral Scanner by announcing availability of DENTSPLY Implants digital workflow that features connectivity with ATLANTIS™ custom abutments. iTero certified connectivity with ATLANTIS custom abutments helps simplify the treatment process for clinicians by reducing the number of required patient visits, saving valuable time for the practice and providing an improved patient experience. Intraoral scanning also helps improve the treatment workflow and offers process efficiency for the dental laboratory.

"Connecting with DENTSPLY Implants and ATLANTIS is part of Align's ongoing commitment to open digital workflows and expanding clinical procedures that begin with the iTero intraoral scanner," said Timothy A. Mack, Align Technology vice president business development.

The DENTSPLY Implants and ATLANTIS custom abutment workflow for the iTero intraoral scanner is now generally available in North America. A limited release is available in Europe until January 2015.

About Align Technology, Inc.
Align Technology is the leader in modern clear aligner orthodontics that designs, manufactures and markets the Invisalign® system, which provides dental professionals with a range of treatment options for adults and teenagers. The Company also offers the iTero 3D digital scanning system and services for orthodontic and restorative dentistry. Align Technology was founded in March 1997 and received FDA clearance to market the Invisalign system in 1998. Visit www.aligntech.com for more information.

For additional information about the Invisalign system or to find an Invisalign provider in your area, please visit www.invisalign.com. For additional information about iTero 3D digital scanning system, please visit www.itero.com.

About DENTSPLY Implants
DENTSPLY Implants offers comprehensive solutions for all phases of implant therapy, including ANKYLOS®, ASTRA TECH Implant System™ and XiVE® implant lines, digital technologies, such as ATLANTIS™ patient-specific CAD/CAM solutions and SIMPLANT® guided surgery, regenerative solutions, and professional development programs. DENTSPLY Implants creates value for dental professionals and allows for predictable and lasting implant treatment outcomes, resulting in enhanced quality of life for patients.

Visit www.dentsplyimplants.com for more information.

Source: Align Technology

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