SmileDirectClub Receives Another Favorable Ruling from 11th Circuit Court

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SmileDirectClub Wins Legal Battle

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has ruled in favor of SmileDirectClub, Inc. (Nasdaq: SDC), dismissing an appeal by the Alabama Board of Dentistry aimed at shielding itself from antitrust liability. This decision, referencing a similar case against Georgia's dental board, reinforces SmileDirectClub's mission of democratizing access to affordable oral care. The company, utilizing a telehealth platform, aims to offer effective teeth straightening solutions without high costs. The ruling highlights the ongoing support from the FTC and DOJ for SmileDirectClub's business model.

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• Court ruling affirms SmileDirectClub's position against antitrust claims.
• Support from FTC and DOJ enhances SmileDirectClub's credibility.
• Decision reinforces the company's mission to democratize oral care access.

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Court Rejects Alabama Board of Dentistry’s Attempt at Interlocutory Appeal

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SmileDirectClub, Inc. (Nasdaq: SDC), a next generation oral care company with the first medtech platform for teeth straightening, today announced that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11^th Circuit again sided with the company, rejecting the Alabama Board of Dentistry’s attempt to shield itself from antitrust liability through an interlocutory appeal. Relying on its recent decision in SmileDirectClub, LLC v. Georgia Board of Dentistry et al., Case No. 19-12227, the 11^th Circuit Court of Appeals granted SmileDirectClub’s motion to dismiss the Alabama Board’s appeal. SmileDirectCub, issued the following statement from Susan Greenspon Rammelt, SmileDirectClub’s Chief Legal Officer and EVP of Business Affairs:

“SmileDirectClub is pleased with the Appellate Court’s decision and we are grateful for the amicus support of the FTC and DOJ in this matter. For the past seven years, the company has been working to democratize access to premium, oral care and although it is always our preference to work with and educate dental boards and associations on the many benefits of our telehealth platform, we cannot and will not allow anticompetitive conduct to interfere with our mission.”

About SmileDirectClub
SmileDirectClub, Inc. (Nasdaq: SDC) (“SmileDirectClub”) is an oral care company and creator of the first medtech platform for teeth straightening. Through its cutting-edge telehealth technology and vertically integrated model, SmileDirectClub is revolutionizing the oral care industry, offering consumers the ability to get clinically safe and effective treatment but without the 3x markup. SmileDirectClub’s mission is to democratize access to a smile each and every person loves by making it affordable and convenient for everyone. SmileDirectClub is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and operates in the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, Austria, Hong Kong, Singapore, Spain and Mexico. For more information, please visit SmileDirectClub.com.

Contact: SmileDirectClub Media Relations: Press@SmileDirectClub.com 

 

FAQ

What was the recent court ruling regarding SmileDirectClub (SDC)?

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit rejected an antitrust appeal from the Alabama Board of Dentistry, siding with SmileDirectClub.

How does the court decision impact SmileDirectClub's business operations?

The decision allows SmileDirectClub to continue its operations without the threat of antitrust liability from the Alabama Board.

What support did SmileDirectClub receive from government agencies?

SmileDirectClub received amicus support from the FTC and DOJ during the legal proceedings.

What is the significance of the ruling for SmileDirectClub's future?

The ruling strengthens SmileDirectClub's legal standing and supports its mission to provide affordable oral care.