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Align Technology’s stock opened up 50% this morning. This is on Orthoclear’s web site:

“Dear OrthoClear Doctors and Patients,

Today, OrthoClear announced that Align Technology – the makers of Invisalign® – has purchased OrthoClear’s intellectual property, including the company’s extensive patent portfolio related to the manufacturing of clear, removable aligners. 

As part of this agreement, Align has committed to complete treatment of all current OrthoClear cases at no charge to the treating doctor.  This includes cases in the United States, Canada, and Hong Kong.

Doctors may contact Align directly at 888-822-5446 to discuss the status of their cases.

Sincerely,

The OrthoClear Team”