Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Explosive Growth in Dental Implant and CAD/CAM Crown and Bridge Procedures Ensures Market Recovery and Fuels Dental Aesthetic Sales

VANCOUVER, July 27 /PRNewswire/ - According to new dental reports by iData Research (www.idataresearch.net), the leading global authority in medical device, dental and pharmaceutical market research, the U.S. market for dental implants is expected to regain double-digit growth by 2013, and will help drive the dental prosthetic market to reach over 82 million prosthetic placements by 2016. In addition, the dental bone-graft-substitute (BGS) market is estimated to double in value. Adoption of new technologies such as computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) will also boost growth in these markets, as companies such as Sirona, DENTSPLY and Nobel Biocare promote their CAD/CAM systems.

Smaller, cost-effective dental implant companies have been instrumental in fueling sales in the implant and prosthetics markets. These companies, such as Implant Direct and Blue Sky Bio have been gaining market share in recent months.

"Dental implants have earned the reputation of being the best aesthetic option for single-tooth replacement," said Dr. Kamran Zamanian, CEO of iData. "By 2016, over 20% of general practitioners are expected to place dental implants and their adoption of computer-guided-surgery will further the growth of this market."

The reports state that CAD/CAM manufactured prosthetics are expected to grow at double-digit rates, gaining unit share at the expense of conventionally made prosthetics. More dental laboratories are adopting the CAD/CAM technology, particularly due to falling prices of CAD/CAM blocks and the appeal for faster and more accurate prosthetic manufacturing.

The reports also state that the release of new BGS products from companies such as BioHorizons, Biomet 3i and Zimmer will drive dental implant use. Advancements in allograft and synthetic materials are increasing the application of BGS, and expanding the pool of patients eligible for dental implants and prosthetics.

iData's global 12-report series on the "Markets for Dental Implants, Prosthetics, CAD/CAM and Bone-Graft-Substitutes" covers implants, abutments, crowns, prosthetics, CAD/CAM systems and blocks, bone-graft-substitutes, membranes and tissue engineering products, around the world.

For more information, register free on iData's website at: http://www.idataresearch.net/idata/registration.php

About iData Research

iData Research (www.idataresearch.net/idata/discoveridata.php) is an international market research and consulting group focused on providing market intelligence for medical device and dental companies.

SOURCE iData Research Inc.

Explosive Growth in Dental Implant and CAD/CAM Crown and Bridge Procedures Ensures Market Recovery and Fuels Dental Aesthetic Sales
PR Newswire

VANCOUVER, July 27


Growth in Dental Implant Sales to Propel Bone-Graft-Substitute Market

Tue Jul 27, 2010 7:45am EDT

Friday, July 16, 2010

Research and Markets: Global Dental Implants Market 2010 - The Global Dental Implants Market to Grow from $3.2 Billion in 2010 to $4.2 Billion in 2015

Dental implants already hold a substantial 18% share of the global dental device
market, and are also expected to have one of the highest growth rates amongst
all dental device submarkets. This is primarily because dental implants offer an
effective treatment for edentulism and because of the rising demand for cosmetic
dentistry worldwide across all age groups.

The global dental implants market is expected to grow from $3.2 billion in 2010
to $4.2 billion in 2015 at a CAGR of 6% from 2010 to 2015. Europe currently
forms the world's largest market for dental implants with a 42% market share,
and is also expected to have the highest CAGR, 7.0%, from 2010 to 2015.

While the lack of consumer awareness in developing economies may hinder market
growth, industry players still have immense growth opportunities as merely 2% to
3% of the global edentulous population has already received dental implant
treatment so far. The aging baby-boomer population in developed nations offers
an especially high-growth opportunity, as this consumer segment is characterized
by high disposable income, and also by an increased need for dental care due to
longer life expectancy.

Global Dental Implants Market Report:

The report segments the Global Dental Implants Market based on:

* Dental Implants Market by Procedure
* Dental Implants Market by Material

This report on Global Dental Implants Market analyzes the market dynamics
exclusively from the industry point of view. The report aims at providing a
two-dimensional picture of the market by focusing on all aspects of the dental
implants market by reporting the key trends, which are further analyzed at the
micro market levels.

Each segment of the report will provide market tables, drivers, restraints and
opportunities along with the key players and competitive landscape. This report
will also provide more than 35 market tables for various geographic regions
covering the sub-segments and micro-markets. In addition, the report provides 30
company profiles for dental implants manufacturers, etc.

Comprehensive market analysis for the following sectors:

Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Semiconductor and Electronics,
Energy and Power Supplies, Food and Beverages, Chemicals, Advanced Materials,
Industrial Automation, and Telecom and IT. We also analyze retailers and
super-retailers, technology providers, and research and development (R&D)
companies.

Key Questions Answered:

* Which are the high-growth segments/cash cows and how is the market segmented
in terms of materials and procedure?
* What are market estimates and forecasts; which markets are doing well and
which are not?
* Where are the gaps and opportunities; what is driving the market?
* Which are the key playing fields? Which are the winning edge imperatives?
* How is the competitive outlook; who are the main players in each of the
segments; what are the key selling products; what are their strategic
directives, operational strengths and product pipelines? Who is doing what?

Key Topics Covered:

Table Of Content

1 Introduction

2 Summary

3 Market Overview

4 Market Determinants

5 Dental Implants Market

6 Geographic Analysis

7 Competitive Landscape

8 Company Profiles

Companies Mentioned:

* 3M
* Astra Tech Ab
* Avinent Implant System Sl
* Bego Implant Systems
* Biohorizons Implants System
* Biomain Ab
* Biomet 3I
* Biotech International
* Bti Biotechnology Institute
* Camlog Biotechnologies Ag
* Dentatus Ab
* Dentsply International Inc.
* Eckermann Laboratorium Sl
* Impladent Ltd
* Implant Direct Llc
* Institut Straumann Ag
* Keystone Dental
* Mis Implants Technologies Ltd
* Neoss Ltd
* Nobel Biocare Holding Ag
* Oco Biomedical, Inc
* Osstem Implant Co Ltd
* Riemser Inc
* Sybron Dental Specialties Inc
* Sweden & Martina S.P.A
* Tekka Sa
* Thommen Medical Ag
* Zimmer Dental Inc
* Ziterion Gmbh

For more information visit
http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/e63921/global_dental_impl

Research and Markets
Laura Wood, Senior Manager
U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907
Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716
press@researchandmarkets.com

Fri Jul 16, 2010 8:10am EDT
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announced the addition of the "Global Dental Implants Market (2010 - 2015)"
report to their offering.

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Friday, July 09, 2010

Biomet 3i and Renishaw plc- Now Providing the Latest Digital Dentistry Solutions to Laboratories, Dental Implant Professionals and Patients

Biomet, Inc. announces the collaboration of its subsidiary, Biomet 3i, an
industry leader in implant dentistry, and Renishaw plc, a leading manufacturer
of in-lab dental scanning systems, to offer comprehensive digital solutions to
dental professionals and patients worldwide.

Building on its portfolio of Patient Specific CAD/CAM Restorative Products,
Biomet 3i is expanding the boundaries of a traditional "dental implant" company
by providing a series of innovative digital solutions from which laboratories,
clinicians and patients can benefit. For Renishaw, which supplies precision
engineering products to sectors as diverse as aerospace and neurosurgery, it
represents the opportunity to spread its expertise in dental manufacturing to a
wider global audience.

These digital solutions offered by Biomet 3i and Renishaw include:

* 3i incise Copings and Frameworks;
* Renishaw contact scanners;
* 3i incise CAD software; and
* Renishaw in-lab milling machines

Using the Renishaw scanner and 3i incise CAD software, laboratories can obtain
broader access to a wide range of dental milling options, including the ability
to scan precision copy milled bar patterns.* Laboratories utilizing the
ProceraForte Scanner can also benefit from all of these options by using the 3i
incise CAD software.

Clinicians can now offer patients 3i incise Copings and Frameworks in Zirconia
and Cobalt Chrome** and precision copy milled bars.* These options are patient
specific and designed to result in beautifully crafted new smiles.

"We feel that this partnership will provide our mutual dental customers with
unsurpassed access to the latest in digital dentistry technology," said Maggie
Anderson, president of Biomet 3i. Sir David McMurtry, Chairman and Chief
Executive of Renishaw plc agreed, adding, "Renishaw is thrilled to be combining
its innovative engineering and CAD/CAM capabilities with Biomet 3i`s renowned
clinical excellence and international sales and marketing expertise."

About Biomet 3i

Biomet 3i, a division of Biomet, Inc.,is a leading manufacturer of dental
implants, abutments and related products. Since its inception in 1987, Biomet 3i
has been on the forefront in developing, manufacturing and distributing oral
reconstructive products, including dental implant components and bone and tissue
regenerative materials. The company also provides educational programs and
seminars for dental professionals around the world. Biomet 3i is based in Palm
Beach Gardens, Florida, with operations throughout North America, Latin America,
Europe and Asia-Pacific. For more information about Biomet 3i, please visit
www.biomet3i.com or contact the company at (800) 342-5454; outside the US dial
(561) 776-6700.

About Biomet

Biomet, Inc. and its subsidiaries design, manufacture and market products used
primarily by musculoskeletal medical specialists in both surgical and
non-surgical therapy. Biomet`s product portfolio encompasses reconstructive
products, including orthopedic joint replacement devices, bone cements and
accessories, autologous therapies and dental reconstructive implants; fixation
products, including electrical bone growth stimulators, internal and external
orthopedic fixation devices, craniomaxillofacial implants and bone substitute
materials; spinal products, including spinal stimulation devices, spinal
hardware and orthobiologics; and other products, such as arthroscopy products
and softgoods and bracing products. Headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, Biomet and
its subsidiaries currently distribute products in approximately 90 countries.
For more information about Biomet, please visit www.biomet.com or contact the
company at (800) 348-9500. Outside the U.S., dial (574) 267-6639.

About Renishaw plc

Renishaw is well established as the world`s leading provider of in-lab scanning
systems, having produced systems both under the Renishaw brand and under the
brand of a number of other key dental companies, for over 10 years. As a leading
engineering technology company, Renishaw has extensive research and development
programs , enabling users to benefit from over 35 years of cutting-edge
innovation in industrial measurement and CAD/CAM, bringing a new understanding
and precision to the manufacture of metal-free dental frameworks. Renishaw is
based in Gloucestershire, England, with operations internationally. For more
information about Renishaw plc, please visit www.renishaw.com.

*510(k) pending for precision copy milled bars scanned on Renishaw Systems, not
available for sale in the United States
**Cobalt Chrome only available in Europe
Nobel Biocare Services AG is the owner of ProceraForte mark.

Biomet 3i
Sharon Bournes, 561-776-7625
Director of Advertising, Promotions and Communications
Sharon.Bournes@Biomet.com
or
Biomet, Inc.
Bill Kolter, 574-372-1535
Corporate Vice-President, Public Affairs
Bill.Kolter@Biomet.com
or
Renishaw, plc
Chris Pockett, +44 1453 524133
Group Marketing Services Manager
Chris.Pockett@Renishaw.com

Fri Jul 9, 2010 3:06pm EDT
WARSAW, Ind.--(Business Wire)--

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Monday, July 05, 2010

Global Dental CAD Market 2009-2013

Infiniti Research Limited, Feb 2010, Pages: 22

CAD/CAM applications in dentistry help the dentists and dental lab technicians fabricate precise shapes and sizes for dental restorations, which includes inlays, onlays, crowns, and bridges. Further, dentists use this technology to provide their patients with durable, wellfitted single and multiple tooth restorations in a more efficient manner than traditional labfabricated restorations. Also, these applications allow dentists to design and manufacture high quality dental restorations in 3D, in a faster, easy and more accurate manner, when compared with the conventional manual techniques used for dental restorations.

Over the previous decade, the Dental CAD/CAM market has seen a consistent year-on-year growth; and despite the recession, investments in this market continued during early 2008. However, a slight slowdown in the investments in the Dental CAD/CAM applications had been observed towards the end of 2008. Nonetheless, this market is expected to grow during 2010.

With the widening range of the available solutions in dentistry, the demand for specialized applications and the size of product portfolio is also increasing. Many companies are now partnering with the recognized niche companies in the industry to add the already established products and process in their portfolio. As a result, partnership enables those companies to provide fast and precise manufacturing of dental parts for a variety of applications. For example, Dental CAD/CAM application's vendors are partnering with the companies dealing in 3D scanner and printer to provide complete solution suite to their customers.

The report by TechNavio Insights forecasts the size of the Global Dental CAD Market over the period 2009-2013. It segments the market into three geographic regions: Americas, APAC & EMEA, representing the market size and the forecast for each of these regions. Further, it discusses the key market trends, drivers & challenges, and profiles some of the key vendors of the Global Dental CAD Market.