Medit launches global orthodontics division, acquires California training institute
Medit's acquisition of Progressive Orthodontics consolidates digital tools and education; relevant for orthodontists using or considering Medit technology.
Digital dentistry company Medit has established a global orthodontics business and acquired Progressive Orthodontics, an orthodontic education institution based in Aliso Viejo, California. The new division consolidates Medit's orthodontic products, services, and educational offerings under one business unit.
Medit's orthodontics portfolio expansion
The acquisition integrates Progressive Orthodontics, which has trained thousands of orthodontists, into Medit's operations. This move allows Medit to expand its presence in the orthodontics market by combining its existing digital tools with Progressive Orthodontics' established education programs and clinical expertise. The consolidation positions Medit to offer a more complete ecosystem for orthodontic professionals.
Education and training under one structure
Progressive Orthodontics' educational programs now operate within Medit's global orthodontics division. This integration enables the company to align its training curriculum with Medit's digital technology platform, potentially streamlining how orthodontists learn to use Medit's tools in clinical practice. The acquisition was announced on May 7, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What did Medit acquire in California?
Medit acquired Progressive Orthodontics, an orthodontic education institution based in Aliso Viejo, California. Progressive Orthodontics has trained thousands of orthodontists and is now part of Medit's new global orthodontics division.
What is included in Medit's new orthodontics division?
The division includes Medit's complete orthodontic portfolio: digital products, clinical services, and educational programs. Progressive Orthodontics' training programs are now integrated into this structure.
When did Medit announce the orthodontics division launch?
Medit announced the launch on May 7, 2026, in a company news release.
How does this acquisition benefit orthodontists?
The consolidation aligns Medit's digital technology platform with Progressive Orthodontics' established education programs, potentially enabling orthodontists to learn how to use Medit tools more effectively through integrated training.
