Shape the Future with Orthodontic Products
The Orthodontic Products editorial calendar outlines the key themes and innovations that will drive the orthodontic industry forward in the coming year. Align your marketing efforts with our content to reach an engaged audience of orthodontic professionals. By strategically positioning your brand within our publication, you can enhance your visibility and influence in the field.
2026 Calendar
January
Cover Story: Aligners in Phase 1: Digital Tools for Early Treatment
Features
- Beyond the Scan: How Advanced Imaging Is Powering the Next Generation of Orthodontic Workflows
- Infection Control in the Digital Era Automating the Front Desk: Streamlining Patient Communication and Scheduling
- Home Recovery Tech: Light, Vibration, and Temperature Therapies for Pain Relief
Focus On
- Practice Operations Software
- PMS, Analytics & Workflow Integration
February
Cover Story: Designing for Fewer Refinements: How Digital Precision Is Streamlining Orthodontic Finishing
Features
- Lasers in Orthodontics: Expanding Clinical Applications and Practice Efficiency
- Remote Monitoring in Orthodontics: How Virtual Oversight Is Reshaping Patient Care
- Marketing by the Numbers: Tools That Turn Leads Into Starts
- Staying Fresh in Treatment: Hygiene and Relief Products Patients Actually Use
Focus On
- Orthodontic Mechanics & Anchorage Solutions
March
Cover Story: The Digital Surgical Workflow: From Plan to Post-Op Precision
Features
- Aligner Attachments vs. Fixed Appliances: What Works Best for Deep Bite Cases?
- The Power of Collective Purchasing: How Buying Groups Are Changing Ortho Economics
- Training for Tomorrow: Building a Digitally Fluent Ortho Team
- Retainers Reimagined: Post-Treatment Care Patients Can Manage at Home
Focus On
- 3D Printers, Materials & Post-Processing Equipment
- Bonding Systems & Digital Bracket Placement Tools
April/May
Cover Story: Braces Make a Comeback: What’s Driving Patient Preferences in the Aligner Era
Features
- From MARPE to Direct-Print: Custom Expansion Comes of Age
- 2025 Orthodontic Practice Survey
- Data-Driven Decisions: How Analytics Are Helping Orthodontists Evaluate Products
- The Patient Starter Kit Reboot: What Every Practice Should Send Home
Focus On
- Clear Aligner Systems & Accessories
- Retention Systems & Post-Treatment Products
Bonus Distribution
AAO Annual Session, Orlando
June
Cover Story: Crowding and Alignment Efficiency—The Custom Revolution
Features
- Best Practices and New Materials for Direct, Indirect, and 3D-Printed Appliance Bonding
- Retention & Long-Term Stability—The Digital Recall Era
- Financial Intelligence: Using Data Platforms to Strengthen Practice Profitability
- Staying on Track: Digital Tools That Keep Patients Wearing and Complying
Focus On
- Bracket Systems & Archwires
- Orthodontic Instruments
July/Aug
The Wellness Issue: Building a Healthier Orthodontic Practice
Cover Story: The Healthy Orthodontist: Rebalancing the Modern Practice for Well-Being
Features
- Clinical Wellness: Ergonomics and Longevity: Protecting the Body Behind the Smile
- Personal Wellness: The Mindful Practice: Integrating Wellness into the Workday
- Team & Culture: Team Wellness that Works: Creating a Culture of Support and Retention
- Operational Wellness: Digital Efficiency as Self-Care: Using Smart Systems to Reduce Stress
Focus On
- Ergonomic Equipment & Operatory Design
- Training, Education & Team Development Tools
September/October
Cover Story: In-Office 3D Printing: From Retainers to Custom Appliances
Features
- Class II Correction in a Digital Workflow
- All-In on Aligners: Inside the Workflow of Fully Digital Orthodontic Practices
- Sustainability in Orthodontics: How Green Practices Are Shaping the Modern Clinic
- Troubleshooting at Home: How Digital Guidance Reduces After-Hours Calls
Focus On
- Imaging Systems & Software
- Bonding & Debonding Tools
Product Focus (Nov/Dec)
Features
- Annual directory of products in the orthodontic space
Organized by product category, each entry includes a concise product description, manfucturer’s contact information, and product image - Categories include clinical supplies, imaging, software, practice management services, and products for patients
Print Production Dates
| ISSUES | SPACE CLOSE | ADS DUE | EST ARRIVAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12/19/25 | 12/26/25 | 1/29/26 |
| February | 1/12/26 | 1/15/26 | 2/18/26 |
| March | 2/19/26 | 2/24/26 | 3/26/26 |
| April/May | 4/2/26 | 4/7/26 | 5/7/26 |
| June | 5/14/26 | 5/19/26 | 6/22/26 |
| July/August | 7/11/26 | 7/15/26 | 8/14/26 |
| September/October | 9/14/26 | 9/17/26 | 10/20/26 |
| November/December | 11/12/26 | 11/17/26 | 12/21/26 |