The National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) plans to unify the names of online-listed units and pricing methods; special rectification of medical devices recovers 5.9 billion yuan in back …

National Healthcare Security Administration Seeks Comments on "Medical Insurance Medical Consumables Listing Unit Dictionary" to Promote Standardization of Provincial Listing Units

On July 30, 2026, the National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) released the "Medical Insurance Medical Consumables Listing Unit Dictionary (Draft for Comments)" to solicit public feedback, with the comment period ending on August 5, 2026. The dictionary covers 15 major categories, listing 257 items under dental materials, and clarifies billing units and listing principles, aiming to unify the naming and billing methods of listing units across provinces. The dictionary requires enterprises to maintain data uniformly on the National Medical Insurance Information Business Coding Platform, which takes effect after provincial review, and follows four principles: minimum billing unit, standard unification, and morphological classification. Dental materials total 257 items, with feedback due by August 5.

State Taxation Administration: Medical Device Special Rectification Recovers 5.9 Billion Yuan in Taxes, Files Cases Against 3,611 Medical Device Distributors

On July 28, 2026, the State Taxation Administration (STA) announced at a State Council Information Office press conference that in the first half of the year, it filed cases against 3,611 medical device distribution enterprises nationwide, recovering 5.9 billion yuan in back taxes, accounting for approximately 3.3% of the annual tax revenue loss. This special rectification focused on cracking down on high-risk behaviors such as invoice forgery and pay-for-prescription sales. Data shows that in the first half of the year, tax-related violations were investigated and dealt with according to law, recovering 180.6 billion yuan in tax revenue, a year-on-year increase of 20.8%. As of press time, the STA has not disclosed the specific list of enterprises or regional distribution.

Nearly 9,000 Medical Device Enterprise Business Filings Cancelled in Zhengzhou

Since June 2026, according to incomplete statistics from DENTALGOODNEWS (Leading Dental Industry Media, DGN), the Zhengzhou High-tech Zone, Jinshui District, and Erqi District have cancelled a total of approximately 8,990 Class II medical device business filings, including approximately 3,222 in the High-tech Zone, 4,189 in Jinshui District, and 1,579 in Erqi District, all due to enterprises failing to maintain conditions for continued operation or being unreachable.

Orthognathic Surgery Suspected of Being Performed in Reverse; Wuhan University School and Hospital of Stomatology: Investigation Team Established, Attending Physician Suspended

On July 27, 2026, Wuhan University School and Hospital of Stomatology (WHUSS) issued a notice stating that a special investigation team had been established and the attending surgeon involved had been suspended from clinical duties to cooperate with the review. Media reports and statements made by the parties involved in interviews mentioned details of the surgery and costs for secondary repair; as of press time, the investigation conclusions and subsequent handling arrangements have not been publicly disclosed.

Align Technology 2026 Q2: Revenue of $1.056 Billion, Up 4.33% Year-on-Year; Net Profit Down 13.09% Year-on-Year

On July 29, 2026, Align Technology released its second quarter 2026 financial results, with quarterly revenue of $1.056 billion, a year-on-year increase of 4.33%, and net profit of $108 million, a year-on-year decrease of 13.09%, primarily due to an approximately $37.5 million UK VAT liability. Clear aligner business revenue reached $871 million, up 8.24% quarter-over-quarter, becoming the revenue leader; imaging systems and services revenue was $185 million, down 10.82% year-on-year. The company repurchased approximately $67 million in shares during the quarter and held $1.103 billion in cash.

Beijing Zhongzha Oral Co., Ltd.: 2026 H1 Revenue of 40.0351 Million Yuan, Up 68.38% Year-on-Year

On July 31, 2026, Beijing Zhongzha Oral Co., Ltd. released its 2026 semi-annual report, achieving operating revenue of 40.0351 million yuan in the first half of 2026, a year-on-year increase of 68.38%, with operating cash flow turning positive to 7.8776 million yuan and net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent company reaching 3.6633 million yuan, an increase of 82.94%. The company manages 44 clinics with 376 employees and added 6 subsidiaries during the period. During the reporting period, company supervisor Wu Dongmei's spouse Zhang Shengping provided property leasing, with a related-party transaction amount of 219,200 yuan, which was approved by the shareholders' meeting.

WHOLE SHINE MEDICAL's Equity in Fushun Bank to Be Auctioned by Judicial Order at 30% Discount

On July 27, 2026, WHOLE SHINE MEDICAL Technology announced that the Shanghai Financial Court will auction its 6.68% equity stake in Fushun Bank on the Taobao judicial auction platform from August 24-27, with a starting price of 265 million yuan, against an appraised value of 378 million yuan, representing a discount of approximately 30%. The auction was initiated due to a contract dispute with Gold Begonia Asset Management. As of press time, the auction remains in the public notice phase.

China Oral Industry Group Holdings Limited Places New Shares at 11% Discount; HK$20 Million Reserved for Acquisition Redirected to Working Capital

On July 27, 2026, China Oral Industry Group Holdings Limited (HK GEM 8406) placed 328.2 million new shares at HK$0.056 per share, a discount of approximately 11%, raising net proceeds of approximately HK$18.29 million. Approximately 60% (about HK$10.97 million) will be used to strengthen financial resources, and approximately 40% (about HK$7.32 million) for general working capital. The previously reserved HK$20 million for acquisition purposes has been fully redirected to working capital. The final deadline for the subscription is August 17, 2026.

Allgens Medical Technology Co., Ltd. Transitions to State of No Actual Controller

On July 25, 2026, Allgens Medical Technology Co., Ltd. announced that the company no longer has an actual controller, as the former parties acting in concert dissolved their agreement due to voting disagreements. The top four shareholders hold dispersed stakes, with Huang Wanlan holding 11.72% voting rights, Hu Gang 6.92%, and Cui Han 1.84%. The company stated that this change, as well as the correction of the 2025 dental implant gross margin from decline to increase, will not have a material adverse impact on daily operations, financials, or going concern capability, and resulted from information verification errors.

Shanghai Health "15th Five-Year Plan": 100% AI + Healthcare Application Scenario Coverage Target by 2030

On July 30, 2026, the Shanghai Municipal People's Government released the "Health Development '15th Five-Year Plan," specifying that by 2030, AI application scenario coverage in sub-medical institutions will reach 100%, and locking the national immunization program vaccination coverage rate for age-appropriate children at 98% as the sole binding indicator. Additionally, oral health has been incorporated into the "5 Health" public health actions, proposing digital management measures for oral health among children, adolescents, and the elderly. The plan concludes by emphasizing the strengthening of technology-enabled Older Adults Oral Health Promotion Action.

28 Patient Records Filled Out Non-Compliantly; Dental Institution Fined 16,000 Yuan

Between April 29 and June 19, 2026, a dental institution in Xiantao City failed to fill out and maintain medical records in accordance with regulations while treating 28 patients, resulting in a warning and a fine of 16,000 yuan imposed by the Xiantao Municipal Health Commission. The penalty was based on Article 47 of the "Regulations on the Prevention and Handling of Medical Disputes." Previously, in September 2025, an oral outpatient clinic in Fuzhou was also fined 10,000 yuan for non-compliant medical record management.

US Court Rules: Dental DSO AI Call Analysis Does Not Constitute Illegal "Interception"

On July 24, 2026, the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois dismissed a class action lawsuit filed by patients against dental DSO Heartland Dental and its communications service provider RingCentral regarding AI call analysis, ruling that the AI system's real-time transcription and sentiment analysis of calls without patients' explicit consent falls within the ordinary course of business exception of RingCentral's core services and does not constitute illegal interception. The court terminated the case with prejudice, meaning plaintiffs cannot refile the same claims.

Henry Schein One Introduces Dental Cybersecurity Platform to Strengthen Clinic Data Protection

On July 21, 2026, Black Talon Security and Henry Schein One's TechCentral reached a strategic resale agreement to launch the EAGLEi continuous threat management platform. The platform integrates natively with Dentrix and Dentrix Ascend, offering 24/7 monitoring, six daily endpoint scans, and automated remediation of up to 70% of vulnerabilities, and has served over 2,400 dental organizations. TechCentral Chief Technology Officer Alan Rencher stated that this collaboration helps dental clinics obtain enterprise-grade security protection to address AI-driven cyberattack challenges.

New Data: 43% of US Dentists Use AI, Over 80% of Whom Do Not Adopt AI Treatment Recommendations

Recently, the ADA Health Policy Institute released its Q2 2026 US Dental Economic Report, surveying 552 private practice dentists. Results showed that 43.3% have adopted AI, primarily for imaging diagnostics; only 12.9% plan to use AI for treatment recommendations, while 82.6% do not. The report also noted that consumer dental spending grew 1% over the past 12 months, equipment and consumables prices and employee hourly wages have both risen 23% since 2021, and the dental service reimbursement index has increased 19%.

US Proposes to Regulate Teledentistry Orthodontics: In-person Examination + X-ray Review Required Before Initiation; Violators May Face Lawsuits

On July 22, 2026, Texas Congressman Brian Babin introduced the Oversight of Responsible Teledentistry for Healthy Outcomes Act (ORTHO Act, H.R. 9829), which requires that in-person oral examinations and X-ray reviews be completed before initiating remote orthodontic treatment, and authorizes the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general to enforce violations. The bill has been referred to the House Energy and Commerce Committee for consideration.

New Research: Dentists May Play a Greater Role in Vaccination

On July 28, 2026, the University of Pennsylvania released a study surveying 163 patients on the role of dentists in HPV and COVID-19 vaccine education and administration. Results showed that patients had significant reservations about dentists' involvement in HPV vaccine efforts, primarily stemming from insufficient vaccine knowledge; acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine was relatively higher. The study noted that high dental visit frequency and strong patient-dentist trust could position dental settings as a supplementary channel for vaccine education and administration. The survey represents preliminary validation based on convenience sampling, and conclusions require further research and policy support.