New System Offers More Comfort and Stays Clearer Longer¹⁻²

Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) ("Bausch Health") and its oral health care business, OraPharma, today announced the U.S. launch of the OraFit™ custom clear aligner system, which is indicated for correcting malocclusion, which is also known as crooked or misaligned permanent teeth. The new OraFit™ aligner system uses high-performance materials in a three-layer design that offers dental professionals and their patients the latest in clear aligner technology and addresses the increased demand for improved aesthetics, more comfortable aligners and overall long-term oral health.¹

"Malocclusion is one of the most common dental problems, and it impacts approximately two out of three people in the United States³," said Joseph C. Papa, chairman and CEO, Bausch Health. "With the availability of OraFit™, dental professionals have a new custom aligner option that can easily fit into their patients' daily routines as it aligns their teeth into position with improved comfort due to the gentle, consistent pressure OraFit™ applies²."

Compared to many other aligners, the plastic material OraFit™ is made with has been proven to stay clearer longer and is highly crack-resistant¹. The OraFit™ system also includes an intuitive, user-friendly online resource that allows dental professionals to easily submit cases and approve treatment plans.

"Many of my patients with malocclusion are reluctant to use braces or aligners as a result of the impact they can have on their appearance," said David J. Wohl, DDS, PC, general dentist, Fairfield, Conn. "The clarity of OraFit™ may help to increase patient acceptance and compliance while also offering a meticulous fit. These benefits, along with the seamless integration that the online resource provides for my aligner wear protocols, has made OraFit™ a welcomed addition to my practice and to my patients."

Additionally, during the 2022 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting, which takes place Feb. 24-26, 2022, two presentations will feature OraPharma products, including:

● "Adjunctive Periodontal Therapy" Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 at 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. CT; Friday, Feb. 25, 2022 at 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. CT; and Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022 at 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. CT at McCormick Place West (2301 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, in the OraPharma booth #5029)

Timothy Donley, DDS, MDS, will discuss the state of periodontal disease (gum disease) in the 21st century including risk factors, diagnosis guidelines and treatment options. This presentation will also discuss data on the efficacy and uses for OraPharma's treatment for periodontal disease, Arestin®(minocycline HCI) Microspheres, 1mg.

● "General Dentistry Guide to Clear Aligners" Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. CT and Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. CT at McCormick Place West (2301 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, in the Corporate Learning Theater)

Dr. Wohl will lead a discussion on the state of the aligner market, including the oral benefits they offer, patient identification and the considerations clinicians should take when selecting aligners such as OraFit™.

For more information on the OraFit™ aligner system, visit www.myorafit.com.

References

1. Zendura XL Design Verification Report- Stain Resistance #18-05 Rev1 (v0.1)

2. Zendura Dental (2022). Zendura FLX Properties. Accessed Feb. 16, 2022. https://www.zenduradental.com/pages/zendura-flx-properties

3. Neely ML, Miller R, Rich SE, Will LA, Wright WG, Jones JA Effect of malocclusion on adults seeing orthodontic treatment

4. Cleveland Clinic (2022). Malocclusion. Retrieved from https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22010-malocclusion. Accessed Feb. 7, 2022.