Technological Revolution: AI and Smart Hardware Reshaping Care
Dreame Technology Unveils Next-Gen AI Oral Care
On April 29, 2026, Dreame Technology revealed its roadmap for next-generation oral care at a Silicon Valley launch event. The company previewed the X10F, a new product integrating AI algorithms with precision sensing to address the "blind brushing" problem. By combining sonic vibration, smart pressure sensors, and spatial positioning, the device aims to digitize the professional Bass brushing method, offering users an intelligent and guided cleaning experience.
usmile Promotes Industry Standards
In April 2026, usmile participated in the update of the "Electric Toothbrush" group standard (T/CHEAA 0050-2026), introducing definitions for intelligent technology and plaque removal rates. Concurrently, at the Western China Dental Exhibition in Chengdu, the brand showcased its "One Small Toothbrush" public welfare project, utilizing AI detection kits to advance preventive oral care for children.
Digital Dentistry AI Integration
US-based digital dentistry company Dandy launched "AI Scan Review," an AI chairside assistant capable of detecting crown preparation defects in real-time to reduce remakes. Additionally, Henry Schein One partnered with AWS to integrate generative AI into dental management platforms, providing real-time documentation assistance and predictive business intelligence.
Biotechnology: Synthetic Biology Leading Ingredient Innovation
BOP Wins Biotech Innovation Award
At the 4th SBC Synthetic Biology Industry Expo in Nanjing (April 2026), professional oral care brand BOP won the "Beauty Star" award for its bio-antimicrobial peptide ingredient. This component utilizes gene engineering to overcome the stability issues of natural peptides, achieving targeted biological inhibition. This marks a significant breakthrough in the industrial application of synthetic biology within the oral care sector.
New Academic Findings
Research teams from Spain and the UK discovered that users of antidepressants have a 59% lower risk of severe periodontitis, revealing a potential link between the anti-inflammatory properties of medication and periodontal health. Furthermore, new studies indicate that curcumin mouthwash holds clinical value for alleviating early-stage pain in orthodontic patients.
Market Dynamics: Channel Expansion and Global Layout
Canban Enters Trendy Beauty Retailers
Starting May 1, 2026, the oral care brand Canban officially entered 250 WOW COLOUR stores nationwide, targeting young consumers through trendy beauty retail channels. To date, Canban has covered over 1,000 cities and 110,000 offline touchpoints, with its offline toothpaste retail sales growth ranking among the top in the industry.
Smartee Global Milestone
In April 2026, Smartee announced that its global case volume had surpassed 2 million. The company also held academic exchange meetings in the UK, Spain, and Dubai to promote its "Mandibular Advancement and Repositioning Technology (MART)," accelerating its global expansion.
North American Mouthwash Trends
North America is projected to hold a 37.3% share of the global oral rinse market in 2026, driven by a mature medical ecosystem and significant demand for therapeutic rinses. Meanwhile, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to be the fastest-growing market with a 24.5% share, as local Chinese brands continue to enhance their competitiveness.
Regulation and Sustainability
China Strengthens Regulation and Green Standards
Following the implementation of the "Regulations on the Supervision and Administration of Toothpaste," the industry is focusing on raw material management and compliance. In November 2025, Peking University School of Stomatology initiated a research project on "Alternative Methods for Oral Mucosa Irritation,"推动ing the industry toward green and standardized development.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Smartee continues to run its "Industry Assistance for Disabled + Rural Revitalization" project in Inner Mongolia. Meanwhile, Taikang Bybo Oral Hospital established a "Geriatric Oral Special Needs Center" in Beijing to address the oral health demands of an aging society.
Capital and Industry Cooperation
Carbon Raises $60 Million
US 3D printing company Carbon secured $60 million in funding led by Sequoia Capital. Its dental clients now produce millions of custom parts weekly, solidifying the role of additive manufacturing in dentistry.
