Here are four dental supply chain updates Becker's has reported on since Sept. 7:
1. SmileGuard resin, a new 3D printing material developed by Desktop Metal, received FDA clearance.
2. Mussel Polymers developed an alternative tooth sensitivity treatment designed to help alleviate pain.
3. 3Shape will provide digital dentistry solutions and training and support services to DSOs under SevÄredent Sourcing Solutions as part of a partnership between the two companies.
4. SmileDirectClub has become a member of the Dental Trade Alliance, a dental supply distributor network.