Name

Smartee Denti-Technology

Legal name

Shanghai Smartee Denti-Technology Co., Ltd.

Website

https://smarteealigners.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Smartee Denti-Technology is a Shanghai-based digital orthodontic company founded in 2004 that designs and manufactures clear aligner systems, serving over 99,000 dental professionals across 57+ countries through proprietary mandibular repositioning technology and AI-enabled treatment planning.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Clear Aligner Orthodontics

NAICS

Dental Laboratories (339116), Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Clear Aligner Orthodontics (HLABABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Orthodontic Appliances & Aligners Fabrication (HLABAJAD), Adult Orthodontics (HLABABAC)

Keywords

• Clear aligners
• Orthodontic solutions
• Dental devices
• Mandibular repositioning technology
• Digital orthodontics

Headquarters

HQ city

Shanghai

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Clear Aligner Products: Smartee designs and manufactures custom clear orthodontic aligners (GS, GE, Alpha, Kinder, Teen series) sold to orthodontists and dental professionals who then provide treatment to patients. The company serves over 99,000 partner doctors across 57 countries through direct sales and distributor networks.
2. OEM Manufacturing Services: Smartee provides manufacturing support for other orthodontic brands. In October 2025, a strategic partnership with Straumann Group was formalized, under which Smartee manufactures Straumann's ClearCorrect clear aligner brand across selected EMEA and APAC markets.
3. Sleep Appliance Products: Smartee launched Smartee Sleep Aligners in October 2025 for treating obstructive sleep apnoea and snoring, targeting a new therapeutic category beyond traditional orthodontics.
4. Digital Treatment Planning Services: AI-powered Live 3D treatment planning tool and SmarteeCheck digital case management system enabling clinicians to plan and manage orthodontic treatments, with new customization features for material and trimline selection.

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Smartee Denti-Technology designs, manufactures, and sells custom clear orthodontic aligners and digital orthodontic solutions for adults, teenagers, and children. Its product portfolio includes Smartee GS (mandibular repositioning aligners for Class II malocclusions), Smartee GE, Smartee α (Alpha), Smartee Kinder, Smartee Teen, and Smartee Sleep Aligners. Products are sold exclusively to licensed orthodontists and dental professionals across 57 countries through direct sales and distributor networks.

Product overview

Smartee Denti-Technology is a digital orthodontic solutions provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of clear aligner products organized into tiered product lines: Smartee GS (premium mandibular repositioning aligners for Class II malocclusions with S8-SGTB technology), Smartee GE (standard invisible aligners for general malocclusions), Smartee α (flexible daytime/nighttime aligners), and pediatric/teen lines (Smartee Kinder with Disney licensing, Smartee Teen). Supporting these core aligner products are accessory modules including S5 intelligent rotation center, S7 PLUS molar distalization, S11 palatal expander, S15 traction devices, and K1-K5 early intervention series. The company also launched Smartee Sleep Aligners (SA/SA Plus) combining anti-snoring therapy with orthodontics. Technology foundation includes the SmarteeCheck digital platform, Smartee Platinum proprietary dental sheet material, fully automated manufacturing, and AI-powered Live 3D treatment planning. The portfolio serves over 99,000 partner doctors across 57+ countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Smartee GS: Mandibular repositioning aligners for treating Class II malocclusions and skeletal discrepancies
• Smartee GE
• Smartee α (Alpha)
• Smartee Kinder
• Smartee Teen
• Smartee Sleep Aligners
• SmarteeCheck
• Smartee Academy
• Smartee Digital
• Smartee Doctor App
• Smartee Assistant App
• Smartee Sales App

Products and services

• Smartee GS Mandibular Repositioning Aligners Premium mandibular repositioning aligner system using proprietary GS Mandibular Repositioning Technology for treating Class II malocclusions and skeletal jaw discrepancies. Features S8-SGTB and S8-SGHB variants for mandibular advancement and correction of severe jaw misalignments. Used by orthodontists and dental professionals.
• Smartee GE Invisible Dental Aligners Standard invisible dental aligner system for treating various malocclusions including crossbite, anterior crossbite, deep overbite, overjet, and crowding. Designed for adult orthodontic treatment by dental professionals.
• Smartee α (Alpha) Clear Aligners Clear aligner system offering daytime and nighttime wear options for flexible treatment scheduling. Targets conditions including anterior teeth protrusion, bimaxillary protrusion (with TAD assistance), and deep overbite with retroclination. Used by orthodontic professionals.
• Smartee Kinder Pediatric Aligners Pediatric orthodontic aligner solution designed for early treatment of malocclusions in children, featuring licensed Disney characters (Mickey, Frozen, Spider-Man, Stitch, Iron Man) to increase patient engagement. Includes K1-K5 series for various early intervention needs. Prescribed by orthodontists for pediatric patients.
• Smartee Teen Invisible Aligners Orthodontic aligner solution for teenagers featuring mandibular repositioning technology (SGTB) and Disney character licensing. Designed for facial convexity, mandibular retrusion, and growth-based orthodontic treatment in adolescent patients. Used by orthodontic professionals.
• Smartee Sleep Aligners (SA and SA Plus) Sleep aligners designed to treat obstructive sleep apnoea hypopnoea syndrome (OSAHS) and primary snoring. Smartee SA targets airway management and Smartee SA Plus combines airway management with orthodontic treatment. Prescribed by dental and sleep professionals for patients with sleep-disordered breathing.
• SmarteeCheck Digital Case Management System Digital case management platform enabling clinicians to submit cases, plan treatments, and manage patient workflows. Includes the Smartee Doctor App for mobile case management. Used by orthodontic professionals for case submission, real-time treatment animation confirmation, and case status tracking.
• Live 3D Treatment Planning Tool AI-powered digital treatment planning tool for orthodontic case design, enabling generation of 3D treatment simulations and aligner designs. Used by clinicians within the Smartee digital workflow.
• Smartee Academy International educational platform offering lectures and courses delivered by global orthodontic experts on invisible orthodontics and Smartee treatments. Supports clinical adoption and confidence among orthodontic professionals.
• Smartee Platinum Dental Sheet Proprietary multi-layer thermoplastic dental sheet material combining varying hardness and softness for robust orthodontic force and excellent resilience. Features stain resistance, long-lasting stress retention, tear resistance, high elasticity, and enhanced invisibility. Used in manufacturing Smartee clear aligner products.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Straumann GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2025Strategic partnership announced October 2025 aimed at developing an advanced orthodontics platform and co-innovating in clear aligner technologies. The partnership includes joint development, technological collaboration, and a small equity investment by Straumann into Smartee. Under the agreement, Smartee provides manufacturing support for Straumann's ClearCorrect clear aligner brand across selected EMEA and APAC markets.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Align Technology: Maker of Invisalign, the global market leader in clear aligners. Directly comparable to Smartee as a clear aligner brand serving orthodontists with comparable workflow tools, though Align has dominant North American share and brand recognition Smartee lacks.
• Angelalign Technology: China-based clear aligner manufacturer and the closest direct competitor to Smartee in the domestic Chinese market. Both compete in mandibular repositioning technology, pediatric lines, and Asia-Pacific expansion, with Angelalign having achieved a public listing.
• Ormco (Envista): Owner of Spark Clear Aligners and a major orthodontic supplies manufacturer. Competes with Smartee for orthodontist accounts globally and offers comparable fixed-appliance and clear aligner product portfolios.

Broad incumbents

• Straumann Group: Global dental implant and orthodontics leader, owner of ClearCorrect clear aligner brand (manufactured by Smartee). As a strategic partner and equity investor in Smartee, Straumann is both customer and broader competitor in digital orthodontics.
• Dentsply Sirona: Global dental equipment and orthodontics major offering SureSmile clear aligners alongside a broader dental equipment portfolio. Comparable as a multi-product dental incumbent with a direct clear aligner product competing for the same orthodontic accounts.
• 3M Oral Care (Solventum): Former 3M Oral Care business (now Solventum) was a major provider of Clarity aligners and orthodontic brackets. Comparable as a large diversified dental player with overlapping clear aligner products, now operating as an independent dental/orthodontics-focused entity.

Others

• Henry Schein: Global dental distribution and products company serving orthodontic practices. Comparable as a major channel partner/distributor in the orthodontic supply chain, even though not a direct aligner manufacturer.

Regional players

• Modern Dental Group: Hong Kong-based global dental prosthetic devices manufacturer with significant China and Asia-Pacific operations. Comparable as a regional dental manufacturer in the same geographic markets, though focused on prosthetics rather than clear aligners.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Smartee-Clear-Aligner-107206607688617
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/smarteechina

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds4 records

Investors8 records

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M&A

Investments

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