ALGN

Align Technology, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets the Invisalign system of clear dental aligners and iTero intraoral scanners used in orthodontics and restorative dentistry. Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, the company operates globally with manufacturing facilities in Mexico, China, and Israel. Align's core business consists of two primary segments: Clear Aligner, which includes the Invisalign system for treating malocclusion, and Imaging Systems and CAD/CAM Services, which encompasses iTero scanners and digital orthodontic services. The company holds a dominant position in the clear aligner market, having shipped over 14 million Invisalign cases worldwide since its founding in 1997. Align serves both orthodontists and general practitioner dentists, with increasing adoption among GP dentists representing a significant growth driver. The company has expanded its product portfolio through strategic acquisitions, including Exocad, a dental CAD software provider acquired in 2020. Recent initiatives focus on artificial intelligence integration, digital treatment planning platforms, and geographic expansion in international markets, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Europe. Align employs approximately 22,000 people globally and generates annual revenue exceeding $3.7 billion. The company invests heavily in research and development to enhance treatment outcomes, improve manufacturing efficiency, and develop new applications for its clear aligner technology across various patient demographics and clinical cases.