Market News
Recent Developments
- In September 2024, Zarc4Endo, a medical technology manufacturer, launched its product BlueShaper PRO at the 21st Biennial Congress of the European Society of Endodontology (ESE), a flagship event held from September 06, 2024 to September 09, 2024. The introduction of BlueShaper PRO marks a milestone in endodontics and solidifies Zarc4Endo’s position as a leader in innovation in the field of endodontics.
- In November 2022, Kerr Dental, a medical device company, launched its novel ZenFlex ONE reciprocating file, featuring a counter-clockwise flute. The new file is said to offer a simple solution for endodontic specialists and general practitioners performing root canal procedures. The ZenFlex ONE is designed to be used with Kerr motors as well as other reciprocating motion motors and has been tested to demonstrate more flexibility and resistance to cyclic fatigue.
- In May 2022, Septodont, a manufacturer of dental anesthetics, announced a new bioceramic root canal sealer – BioRoot Flow. Clinical advantages of this proprietary hydraulic sealer technology include:
- Creates an alkaline environment unfavorable for bacterial growth
- Long-lasting Ca release essential for bioactivity and mineral tag formation
- Ample working time of >60 minutes for multi-rooted molars
- Pure mineral formulation (eugenol- and resin-free) eliminates shrinkage, microleakage and staining
- Can be used with warm and cold obturation techniques
- Easy and fast to removal when retreating, and others
Acquisition and partnerships
- In March 2022, Benco Dental Supply Company, a dentistry company announced its partnership with Overjet, a global leader in dental artificial intelligence (AI). Overjet offers a U.S. FDA-cleared dental artificial intelligence platform that can accurately deliver clinical insights to improve the quality of patient care and practice performance. Through the collaboration with Benco Dental Supply Company, this software will be accessible to dentists across the U.S.
- In February 2022, Young Innovations, Inc., dental equipment and supplies manufacturing company, announced the acquisition of Medical Purchasing Solutions, a leading supplier of pharmaceuticals and other surgical supplies that meet the needs of the growing oral pain management, oral surgery, and dental implant markets. This acquisition of Medical Purchasing Solutions reflects the company’s continued commitment to invest in the oral surgery market.
- In February 2022, Benco Dental Supply Company announced the acquisition of Popp Dental Supply, a supplier of dental products. Popp Dental Supply was represented in transaction by Connect the Dents, LLC, a dental-specific M&A Advisory company based in New York, U.S.