orthoplus

Name

orthoplus

Legal name

Orthoplus SAS

Website

https://orthoplus.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Orthoplus is a French medical device manufacturer and distributor, founded in 1986, that designs and sells orthodontic and Functional Education products — including EF Line splints, the CARRIERE System, Prepoplus mouthguards, and in-office 3D printing/thermoforming equipment — to orthodontic practitioners and paramedical professionals in over 30 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthodontic Medical Devices

NAICS

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

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Dental Equipment & Supplies (3843)

akta.pro primary industry

Early Interceptive Orthodontics (Phase I) (HLABABAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Orthodontic Appliances & Aligners Fabrication (HLABAJAD), Clear Aligner Orthodontics (HLABABAD), Pediatric Orthodontics (HLABABAB)

Keywords

• Orthodontic medical devices
• Functional education splints
• Carriere orthodontic system
• In-office aligner fabrication
• Pre-orthodontic mouthguards

Headquarters

HQ city

Igny

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical device product sales: Orthoplus manufactures and sells a comprehensive range of orthodontic and functional education medical devices including splints, brackets, archwires, instruments, 3D printing materials, and thermoplastics equipment. Products are sold directly to orthodontic practices and through distributor networks in 30+ countries.
2. Professional training and education services: Orthoplus generates revenue through professional training programs, symposiums, and educational events (Ze EFex Symposium, European CARRIERE System Symposium) targeting orthodontic and paramedical practitioners. Training is delivered through a dedicated formations website with multiple pedagogical formats.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Orthoplus manufactures and distributes a comprehensive range of orthodontic medical devices, including Functional Education splints (EF Line) for early intervention of orofacial dysfunctions from age 3, the Carriere System for orthodontic correction via the Sagittal First philosophy, Prepoplus pre-orthodontic interception mouthguards, and complete in-office aligner fabrication equipment (3D printing and thermoforming). The company also delivers professional training programs, symposiums, and an interactive device selection guide to orthodontic and paramedical practitioners across 30+ countries.

Product overview

Orthoplus is a French manufacturer and distributor of orthodontic solutions, specializing in Functional Education devices. The company operates a multi-brand portfolio architecture comprising the core EF Line functional education splint system (including EF Classique, EF Spécifique, EF Mécanique, and Motivation sub-products), the Système Carriere complete orthodontic correction system (featuring Motion Carriere, Motion Pro, Gamme SLX 3D, archwires, and accessories), and the newly announced MF Line for myofunctional therapy. Additional product categories include general orthodontic supplies, retention devices, pliers and instruments, 3D printing solutions (Formlabs, Volumic), thermoforming equipment (Erkodent, Volumic), and laboratory products. The company distributes to over 30 countries through international partners.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EF Line®: Comprehensive range of functional education splints and appliances designed for the correction of orofacial dysfunctions in children and adults, incorporating the 6 keys of the EF Line concept (Lip Bumper, Arch shape, Language guidance, Oversize, Double gutter, Indentations).
• Prepoplus
• MF Line®
• Système CARRIERE®
• Pandasmile

Quantifiable outcome

• Functional Education reduces the duration of traditional orthodontic treatment
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• DB OrthodonticscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Orthoplus announced a partnership with DB Orthodontics in 2026 described as 'un Partenariat au Service de l'Orthodontie Moderne' (a partnership serving modern orthodontics). The collaboration aims to bring combined expertise to orthodontic professionals through joint product offerings and market presence.
• ErkodentcoreTechnology or IntegrationErkodent supplies thermoforming machines and accessories for Orthoplus's in-office aligner fabrication solution. Erkodent products are described as offering quality, handling, comfort, efficiency, and reliability in creating unique and custom-made pieces for orthodontic practices.
• VolumiccoreTechnology or IntegrationVolumic provides French-made 3D printers for Orthoplus's in-office manufacturing solution. Volumic 3D printers feature a simple and affordable technology enabling simultaneous printing of 8 to 10 dental arches, supporting the 'cabinet 2.0' modernization concept.
• UFSBD (Union Française pour la Santé Bucco-Dentaire)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrthoplus has partnered with UFSBD (French National Association for Oral Health) for 5 years as part of its CSR commitments. The partnership aims to make Functional Education, particularly early treatment of dysfunctions in very young children, more accessible. UFSBD data cited on website indicates two out of three children are likely to need orthodontic treatment.
• Le Rire MédecinminorOthersOrthoplus has supported the Le Rire Médecin association for five years. This association trains professional clowns and sends them to visit sick children in more than 50 paediatric wards throughout France, aligning with Orthoplus's commitment to children's health and well-being.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Align Technology: Maker of Invisalign clear aligners and iTero scanners — the dominant player in orthodontic appliance manufacturing that Orthoplus competes with via its in-office aligner fabrication concept. Both target orthodontic practices seeking modern treatment workflows.
• Ormco: Long-established orthodontic appliance manufacturer offering brackets, wires, aligners (Spark), and instruments — directly comparable to Orthoplus's Carriere System and general orthodontic supplies portfolio.
• American Orthodontics: Privately held US orthodontic manufacturer with a comprehensive bracket, wire, and accessory catalog sold globally to orthodontic practitioners — closely comparable to Orthoplus in product breadth and B2B orthodontic distribution.
• TP Orthodontics: Mid-sized orthodontic device manufacturer offering brackets, bands, adhesives, and aligner-related products distributed through a global dealer network — analogous to Orthoplus in size, channel structure, and product mix.
• DB Orthodontics: UK-based orthodontic products manufacturer and Orthoplus's 2026 strategic partner; produces brackets, wires, and aesthetic appliances for orthodontic professionals. Directly comparable as a specialist orthodontic device peer.
• GC Orthodontics: Orthodontic division of GC Corporation offering brackets, tubes, bands, and archwires globally through distributors — comparable to Orthoplus as a specialist orthodontic manufacturer serving practitioners in 30+ markets.
• Forestadent: German orthodontic appliance manufacturer specializing in brackets, wires, and aesthetic orthodontic systems sold internationally — comparable to Orthoplus as a European-rooted, mid-sized specialist in orthodontic hardware.

Broad incumbents

• Dentsply Sirona: Largest global dental equipment and consumables manufacturer with a significant orthodontic (Dentsply Sirona Orthodontics / SureSmile) franchise. Competes broadly with Orthoplus across orthodontic supplies, aligners, and digital workflows.
• Henry Schein Orthodontics: Distribution arm of Henry Schein focused on orthodontic practices, offering an extensive multi-brand catalog including appliances, aligners, and imaging — comparable to Orthoplus's role as a specialist orthodontic supplier but at vastly greater scale.
• 3M Oral Care (Solventum / 3M Health Care): Major diversified manufacturer of orthodontic brackets, adhesives, and preventive products; now part of Solventum. Comparable to Orthoplus as an orthodontic device manufacturer, though operating at materially larger scale and broader product breadth.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/OrthoplusFrance
• Facebookfacebook.com/orthoplusfr
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/orthoplus
• Instagraminstagram.com/orthoplusfr

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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