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Example Sentences

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Global volumes for clear aligners increased 0.5% sequentially and 4.9% from the prior year.

From Barron's • Oct. 30, 2025

An entire conversation about aligners ensued as another dialogue was happening in my head.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 23, 2024

The treatment’s appeal and perceived benefits boil down to convenience and affordability - still, Al-Jewair notes, past demographic research has found that the majority of patients seeking direct-to-consumer aligners came from higher economic backgrounds.

From Washington Times • Dec. 29, 2023

Over the years, dental associations around the world have been urging caution or expressing opposition to direct-to-consumer aligners — what some call “DIY” dentistry.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 13, 2023

The firm, boosted by selfies and positive reviews online, had also faced issues with patent clashes and dentists' concerns ranging from aligners fitting poorly to claims of permanent nerve damage and tooth loss.

From BBC • Dec. 10, 2023