Medit, a global leader in digital dentistry solutions, has announced the establishment of its Global Orthodontic Business Division and the acquisition of Progressive Orthodontics, a leading orthodontic education institution headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California. The acquisition was completed through Medit’s U.S. subsidiary, Medit USA Inc., and marks the Seoul-based company’s most significant strategic expansion into the orthodontic segment to date. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Founded more than 40 years ago, Progressive Orthodontics has educated tens of thousands of practitioners across more than 60 countries through clinical training programs emphasizing practical, case-based learning across diagnosis, biomechanics, and treatment execution. Under Medit’s ownership, the institution will continue its seminar and training programs while expanding its SmileStream planning and hardware offerings. Its curriculum will also be progressively integrated with Medit’s digital solutions to create a unified clinical and technological learning experience.
The newly established Global Orthodontic Business Division will serve as Medit’s central platform for orthodontic products, services, and education, backed by the company’s 3D scanning technology and AI-driven dental software platforms. The division will oversee Medit’s complete orthodontic portfolio, including the Medit Orthodontic Suite — a digital platform for simulation, treatment planning, and case design — and Medit Aligners, an end-to-end clear aligner solution, both currently available in the United States with broader global availability planned. The Newport Beach, California office of Medit USA will serve as the division’s headquarters and hub for product development, clinical collaboration, and practitioner education across the Americas.
Medit said the move reflects its broader strategy to expand its digital dentistry ecosystem beyond scanning hardware into integrated clinical workflows, combining technology, education, and practitioner networks to accelerate the adoption of digital orthodontics globally. The company currently operates across more than 190 countries.
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“This acquisition and the launch of our Global Orthodontic Business Division represent a defining moment for Medit. We are not simply entering the orthodontic space; we are committing to reshaping it. Progressive Orthodontics brings a legacy of clinical excellence and an unparalleled educator network that, combined with Medit’s innovation in software, creates a force that will redefine how orthodontic care is learned, practiced, and delivered worldwide.”
Han Ryu, CEO, Medit
“Joining the Medit family is the natural next chapter for Progressive Orthodontics. For decades, we have been committed to one purpose: elevating the art and science of orthodontics through education. Now, with the resources, technology, and global reach of Medit behind us, we can extend that mission to every corner of the world and equip the next generation of clinicians with both the knowledge and the digital tools to excel.”
Miles McGann, CEO, Progressive Orthodontics
