LEIPZIG, Germany: The first quarter of 2024 has yielded mixed results for dental companies. Leading dental laser provider BIOLASE experienced a 22% drop in its US laser revenue, and global distributor Henry Schein reported a decrease in sales of dental consumables in North America. Meanwhile, Dentsply Sirona increased its business in China by 53%, and Align Technology announced a record shipment in the coveted teens clear aligner category. The following report looks at how the largest manufacturers fared during the period amid restraint from clinicians, patients and dental support organisations (DSOs).