uLab Systems, an innovation leader in the clear aligners market and creator of the uSmile aligner product line, uDesign treatment planning software and uAssist concierge service, which collectively make up the Smart Outcomes platform for a Smart Office platform exclusively for orthodontists, is pleased. to announce the ability to ship uSmile retainers directly to patients at the discretion of the prescribing physician.
uLab enables on-demand personalized branding for orthodontists who want to promote their brand to patients. Custom logos are printed on the product packaging and holder.
Orthodontic practices now have the flexibility to determine the preferred destination for subsequent retainer orders after confirming the initial set fit during an office visit as part of the treatment plan. This improvement simplifies the process of holding treatment, offering increased comfort for both patients and offices. Patients who need retainers replaced while away at college, after relocation, or those with hectic schedules can avoid an extra trip to their orthodontist’s office. Quick and easy access to replacement retainers can go a long way in preventing relapse. The option to send subsequent Preservation Orders to an address other than the physician’s office is presented as an option during the check-out process.
“In an environment where convenience is key for patients and time-saving workflows are a top priority for busy offices, we felt it was critical to allow the orthodontist to choose when it is easiest and most convenient to be sent to their patient rather than the office “, he said. Amir Abolfathi, CEO of uLab co-founder. “When a patient finishes active treatment, they want their ongoing care to be easy. These are the simple innovations that can really mean a lot to our customers.”
uLab offers a powerful retention platform for orthodontists to prescribe retainers their way. uSmile retainers can be ordered a la carte or in a package that includes a stylish retainer case that can be customized with the practice’s logo. Tools such as digital bracket removal, lingual bar adjustments, and the ability to create active retainers give orthodontists a range of flexibility not available on other alignment platforms. Retainers can be created from the office and printed in the office, or sent to the uAssist service and ordered from our US-based manufacturing facilities. The option to send eligible retention orders to an alternate address is available in uDesign versions 7.3 and later.
“Ordering repeat retainers from uLab has saved my office a lot of time. I recently started using the bracket removal feature to have retainers ready when debonding,” said Dr. Eric Wu of Wu Orthodontics in Palo Alto, California. “Once a patient is done with arm therapy and we find that their components fit well, they can be replaced without an office visit—they love it!”
uLab’s upcoming webinar, Successful Retainers at Debond with Taylor Dushkin, Director of Operations at Hunter Family Orthodontics in The Woodlands, Texaswill cover how they use the uDesign retainer platform to plan their first set of retainers for patients.
About uLab systems
uLab Systems is led by an experienced team of healthcare innovators who help transform options for orthodontic practices to provide the best outcomes for their patients. uLab’s mission is to advance the orthodontic industry with aligner products and digital treatment planning software that allow orthodontists to regain control of their treatment plans. uLab sustainably manufactures uSmile aligners in Memphis, TN, recycling over 80% of mold making materials.
uSmile clear aligners, uAssist concierge service and uDesign software are available in orthodontic practices in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
To learn more, visit www.ulabsystems.com.
