Paris Court Ruling on Canceled Feature Has Minimal Impact on Angelalign Customers
Angelalign Technology announced that a ruling by the Paris Patent Court regarding a feature will not affect its European customers. The company has already replaced the disputed "torque ridges" with new technology.
Angelalign Technology Inc. announced on October 18, 2026, that a decision by the Paris local division of the Unified Patent Court concerning its "torque ridges" feature does not impact the availability of its products in Europe. The company has already integrated next-generation torque control technology, replacing the feature in question.
The court's ruling found that the "torque ridges" feature infringed upon a patent held by Align Technology Inc. Angelalign stated that its customers in Spain, the UK, and outside Europe, including the Americas and Asia, are unaffected by this decision. The company has discontinued sales of "torque ridges" in Europe, introducing an upgraded "pressure points" feature, which launched in September.
Xavier Cherbavaz, General Manager and Vice President for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East at Angelalign, noted that "torque ridges" have already been withdrawn from sale in Europe. The "pressure points" solution is designed to enhance torque control and reflects the company's commitment to innovation. Angelalign emphasizes its dedication to providing orthodontists with clinical solutions.
The company is carefully reviewing the court's reasoning and considering all available options. Angelalign states that it takes intellectual property rights seriously and strives to respect existing patents. It will continue to innovate and enhance its products for the benefit of providers and their patients.